Help applying

In most cases, we only require a CV/resumé and a cover letter. To strengthen your application:

• Keep your CV to 2–4 pages and your cover letter to 1–2 pages.

• Tailor both documents to highlight the tasks and qualifications mentioned in the job advert.

If additional documents (such as diplomas) are needed, this will be clearly specified in the job advert.

We only accept applications submitted electronically through our career pages (applications by email cannot be considered). To apply:

1. Go to Work with us

2. Find the job you want to apply for

3. Click “Apply Now” and complete your application

No, we do not accept unsolicited applications.

We encourage you to:

• Regularly check our website for open positions.

• Look out for occasional open calls, where you can express interest in specific types of positions. These are published the same way as regular jobs.

Yes. You can update your application at any time before the application deadline by logging in to your profile.

Try the following:

• Use a different browser (Chrome, Edge, or Safari) on a desktop or laptop.

• Check that all mandatory fields are filled and all required documents (highlighted in red) are uploaded.

• Clear your browser’s cache and cookies.

If you still experience issues:

• Contact [email protected].

• If the deadline is today, please complete the support form on the bottom of this page.

You can request a new password here. Please check your spam folder, as the reset email might end up there.

If you still experience difficulties, contact [email protected] for assistance.

External job boards sometimes display expired vacancies. To confirm whether a position is still open, always check our open jobs page.

If the vacancy is not listed there, the application deadline has passed or the recruitment has been cancelled. Please note that application deadlines always close at 23:59 local time (where the position is based).

The deadline for all applications is 23:59 local time (where the position is based).

We welcome interns who are currently enrolled in an academic institution (university level). To view open internship opportunities, visit our open jobs page.

Please note:

• The internship must end no later than the last day of the month in which you complete your studies.

• We are not able to offer internships to students in primary or high school, or to graduates who have already completed their studies.

Volunteers are an important part of DRC’s work.

• In Denmark, you can sign up here

• In some of our country operations, volunteer opportunities are also available (usually only for nationals of the country in question). If interested, please contact the local office directly.

After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email (please check your spam folder if you don’t see it). If you do not receive a confirmation, try submitting your application again.

After the deadline has passed, the selection panel reviews all applications. You will hear from us as soon as possible, and no later than 8 weeks after the closing date.

In certain emergency contexts with limited capacity, responses may take longer — but we do our best to keep candidates informed.

The selection process may vary depending on the role, but it usually follows these steps:

1. The selection panel reviews all applications and shortlists those that best match the job requirements.

2. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a written test (depending on the role).

3. Candidates with the highest scores are invited for an interview (in person or online via MS Teams).

4. The selected candidate is asked to provide references for a background check.

5. All other candidates are informed by email once the process is complete.

Due to the high volume of applications (around 250,000 each year), we are not able to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not invited for an interview.

A National Contract means the position is offered under local terms and conditions. It is not considered an international contract, and the terms for expatriate staff do not apply.

The position is open to all nationalities, provided a work visa can be obtained (immigration rules differ by country). If in doubt, we encourage you to contact the DRC office in the relevant country.

Our national positions follow the wages, terms, and working conditions of the country where the role is based, always respecting the minimum standards set by DRC. These include:

• Extended parental leave

• Global standards for sick leave

• Insurance coverage

• Psychosocial support

• A DRC-defined upper limit on working hours

International contracts are governed by Danish labour law and come with a separate set of benefits. You can read more about international (expatriate) contracts here.

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