What sets us apart?
DevelopmentPeople is the only HR and recruitment consultancy company with an exclusive focus on the development sector and has a truly global scope. Since 2007, we have provided global talent acquisition support for the international development sector, assisting non-profit organizations, consultancy firms, government, and major donors.
Our commitments
Ensuring Data Security
DevelopmentPeople is committed to protecting the privacy of its candidates and strives to provide a safe and secure candidate experience. We are a GDPR (European data-protection regulation) compliant organization. Since this legislation was enacted on May 25, 2018, DevelopmentPeople has significantly invested in data protection compliance.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
DevelopmentPeople takes its environmental and social responsibility seriously. Its CSR policies are part of the DevelopmentPeople CSR Manual and are implemented in the daily practice of our employees, consultants, and suppliers.
Championing merit-based recruitment
DevelopmentPeople embraces merit-based recruitment. We select candidates based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and ability to perform the job effectively. Our clients in the public and private sectors value our commitment to ensuring fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices.
Upholding High Standards of Quality
We practice thorough quality control. Before it is submitted, each deliverable is checked by four eyes on various aspects (layout, editing, quality of content). Client feedback is responded to quickly and efficiently. Our project managers ensure our assignments are delivered on time, within scope and budget. DevelopmentPeople is an ISO-9001 certified organization.
Ethical standards
DevelopmentPeople has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We take proactive steps in our daily work to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labor, or human trafficking. DevelopmentPeople is a socially responsible business with respect for human rights, particularly labor rights, human values, and employment standards.
