Event Review: “Pursuing Dreams on the International Stage: In-Depth Analysis of Building Competence and Skills for International Organizations”

Speaker: Mr. Li Donglin

Host: School of International Organizations, Renmin University of China

Date: May 7, 2025

Speaker Bio: Mr. Li Donglin, a former Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) for Myanmar and the Pacific Region, and a special expert for the China Scholarship Council, has nearly 30 years of experience in the field of labor, with a global presence spanning 11 countries.

Lecture Overview: On the afternoon of May 7, the School of International Organizations at Renmin University of China invited Mr. Li Donglin to deliver a captivating lecture titled “Pursuing Dreams on the International Stage: In-Depth Analysis of Building Competence and Skills for International Organizations.” Drawing from his extensive professional background at the Ministry of Labor and Social Security and the ILO, Mr. Li provided an in-depth analysis of how young professionals can integrate their career development with the current unprecedented international landscape and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

As a seasoned career mentor, Mr. Li shared his journey of growth and achievement on the international stage. He emphasized the importance of serving national strategies and telling China’s story well, encouraging students to embrace a global perspective and to put their patriotic feelings into practice by bravely stepping onto the world stage. The core of his lecture focused on career development and employment, offering valuable and actionable career advice tailored to the recruitment practices of international organizations, including written tests and interviews. This advice covered both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, laying a solid foundation for students’ future international endeavors and clarifying their career development path.

The lecture was rich in content and practical insights, leaving students feeling highly rewarded and filled with confidence and anticipation for their future international career development.