Springer Biographies: An Insider's Account

Howie, Ian

This book is more than an autobiographical account of the career of a young graduate from Australia who spent his life working as a United Nations official. It is in fact, a critical, indispensable debriefing of a UN insider’s account as it follows the life of a development practitioner for more than three decades within the global aid sector.

It also goes where few others have dared to go before, providing first-hand insights into the realities of a UN career official’s life. While many throughout the world may wish to join the “UN family” or have already become part of the development sector, it is presumed they all have a vision to act as vehicles for positive social change. However, expectations can and may differ once realities have sunk in. The book opens a unique space in the international aid sector – particularly, population security – around elements of personal and professional rewards and costs.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2021-09-16

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783030770624

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-77063-1

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 247