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GW Student

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Humanitarian assistance is a broad field of activity that includes responses to earthquakes, floods ... is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.

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Advocacy to Protect Refugees

Seattle, WA · On-site

$53K - $65K/yr

Fundraiser, canvasser, non-profit, entry level, graduate, immediate start, PTO, start now, marketing, sales, fundraising, charity, fundraising, canvassing, human rights, humanitarian, human rights ...

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Advocacy to Protect Refugees

Seattle, WA · On-site

$53K - $65K/yr

Fundraiser, canvasser, non-profit, entry level, graduate, immediate start, PTO, start now, marketing, sales, fundraising, charity, fundraising, canvassing, human rights, humanitarian, human rights ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Carlisle, IA

$165K - $214K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Beverly, MA

$187K - $242K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Coleman, MI

$142K - $184K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Ringgold, GA

$145K - $187K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Lakewood, NY

$155K - $200K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Williams, CA

$174K - $225K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

United States Army

Active General Pediatrician

Metter, GA

$135K - $175K/yr

... diseases during humanitarian missions, contingency operations, and peacetime. Your scope of ... Experience Level: Entry Level Requirements * Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an ...

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How much do entry level humanitarian jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level humanitarian in the United States is $19.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Entry Level Humanitarian job?

An Entry Level Humanitarian job involves supporting humanitarian efforts through roles in disaster relief, community development, advocacy, or program coordination. These positions are typically with non-profits, NGOs, or international organizations and may involve tasks like research, logistics, fundraising, or direct assistance to affected communities. They often require strong communication skills, adaptability, and a passion for helping others. Some roles may require travel to crisis-affected areas, while others support initiatives from an office setting.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level humanitarians, and how can they be addressed?

Entry level humanitarians often encounter challenges such as adapting to diverse cultures, working in resource-limited environments, and managing shifting priorities in fast-paced projects. Building resilience, seeking feedback from experienced colleagues, and staying open to learning are effective ways to overcome these obstacles. Many organizations also offer onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing training to help new employees adjust. Embracing these supports can help you grow professionally while making a real impact in humanitarian work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Humanitarian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Humanitarian, you typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like international relations or social sciences, along with a genuine interest in global or community development. Familiarity with data collection tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes donor or project management systems can be beneficial. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and teamwork skills help you stand out in this position. These abilities ensure you can effectively support projects in diverse settings, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and respond flexibly to evolving humanitarian needs.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Humanitarian job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,831 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Student Administrative Assistant I _On-Campus FWS

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$18.40/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Administrative Assistant I _On-Campus FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
Elliott School of International Affairs
Department Name
180103 ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR ACADEMIC PRGMS
Department Bio
The Humanitarian Action Initiative (HAI) was founded in 2020 as part of an Elliott School initiative to support scholarship and policy engagement on humanitarian assistance. Humanitarian assistance is a broad field of activity that includes responses to earthquakes, floods, droughts and famines, involves assistance to refugees and migrants, and addresses basic human needs to permit individuals affected by conflict, climate change, or health emergencies to live life with dignity. Through our events, research activities, and policy engagement, we introduce the many dimensions of humanitarian assistance to the GW community, engage in critical inquiry, and produce scholarship to inform humanitarian policy and practice.
Position Specific Summary
Administrative Assistants should be comfortable performing the following job duties:
  • Correspond via email with faculty, staff, and students.
  • Input data for scheduling, hiring, enrollment management, curriculum management, and related administrative processes.
  • Assist in event coordination and event delivery.
  • Update course and curriculum information on the ESIA website.
  • Assistance with course marketing and flyer materials.

Standard Position Description
The student will serve as an administrative assistant and perform tasks to support the operations of the the office or department. Tasks may include: assembling materials, filing, photocopying, giving directions or information, responding to phone or email inquiries, scanning and/indexing documents, light data entry, and other general office tasks. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.
Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
07/15/2026
Job Close Date
08/07/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
Hybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work)
Hiring Manager Name
Chiara Evelti
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required., Work with or have contact with minors. - Background check required.

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