# Reliefweb Jobs Spider (`getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider`) Actor

The Reliefweb Jobs Spider efficiently scrapes job listings from ReliefWeb, offering structured data for analysis. It features high data quality, proxy support, customizable inputs, and scalable performance, making it ideal for market research, competitive intelligence, and HR analytics.

- **URL**: https://apify.com/getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider.md
- **Developed by:** [GetDataForMe](https://apify.com/getdataforme) (community)
- **Categories:** AI, Automation, E-commerce
- **Features:** Limited permissions
- **Stats:** 12 total users, 0 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
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## Pricing

from $9.00 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

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In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.

Apify vocabulary and the platform model are defined once, in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md.

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You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.

Do not guess an integration path. Every one of them is in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md: the Apify MCP server, Agent Skills with the Apify CLI, the JavaScript and Python clients, the REST API, and the account-free path for an agent with no human to sign in. It also carries the rule on stating cost before the first paid run.

For examples already wired to this Actor's own input schema, see the [API](#api) section below.

Each client library has reference documentation the quickstart does not restate: [JavaScript/TypeScript](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs.md) (`npm install apify-client`) and [Python](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs.md) (`pip install apify-client`).

# README

## Reliefweb Jobs Spider

The Reliefweb Jobs Spider is a powerful tool designed to scrape job listings from ReliefWeb, providing users with structured data for analysis and decision-making. This actor is ideal for organizations and individuals looking to gather comprehensive job market data from a reliable source.

### Features

- **Comprehensive Data Extraction**: Extracts detailed job listings including job title, organization, location, and application deadlines.
- **High Data Quality**: Ensures accurate and up-to-date information by scraping directly from ReliefWeb.
- **Efficient Performance**: Optimized for speed and reliability, handling multiple URLs simultaneously.
- **Proxy Support**: Utilizes Apify's residential proxy to avoid IP bans and ensure continuous data collection.
- **Customizable Inputs**: Easily configure URLs and proxy settings to tailor the scraping process to your needs.
- **Structured Output**: Provides data in a structured JSON format for easy integration into your systems.
- **Scalable Solution**: Suitable for both small-scale and large-scale data collection needs.

### Input Parameters

| Parameter           | Type   | Required | Description                                                                 | Example                                      |
|---------------------|--------|----------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|
| `Urls`              | Array  | No       | List of URLs to scrape. Must be valid HTTP/HTTPS URLs.                      | `["https://reliefweb.int/jobs?page=1"]`     |
| `proxyConfiguration`| Object | No       | Proxy settings to use during scraping. Defaults to Apify's residential proxy.| `{"useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]}` |

### Example Usage

#### Example Input JSON

```json
{
  "Urls": [
    "https://reliefweb.int/jobs?page=1"
  ],
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}
```

#### Example Output JSON

```json
[
  {
    "job_id": "4209120",
    "title": "Administrative Assistant",
    "job_url": "https://reliefweb.int/job/4209120/administrative-assistant",
    "country": "Philippines",
    "organization": "IOM",
    "posted_date": "2026-04-24T05:30:04+00:00",
    "posted_text": "24 Apr 2026",
    "closing_date": "2026-05-07T00:00:00+00:00",
    "closing_text": "7 May 2026",
    "actor_id": "PZVq6ihcbE4IL9QF3",
    "run_id": "McoucDgi5Q2GbBmve"
  }
]
```

### Use Cases

- **Market Research and Analysis**: Gather data on job trends and demands in various sectors.
- **Competitive Intelligence**: Monitor job postings from specific organizations.
- **Content Aggregation**: Compile job listings for job boards or newsletters.
- **Academic Research**: Analyze employment trends and patterns for research purposes.
- **Business Automation**: Automate the collection of job data for HR analytics.

### Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Reliefweb Jobs Spider" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters as needed.
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction.
5. Monitor progress in the log.
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel).

### Output Format

The output is a JSON array where each object contains:

- `job_id`: Unique identifier for the job.
- `title`: Job title.
- `job_url`: Direct URL to the job listing.
- `country`: Country where the job is located.
- `organization`: Organization offering the job.
- `posted_date`: Date the job was posted.
- `closing_date`: Application deadline.

### Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

- Email: support@getdataforme.com
- Subject line: "custom support"
- Contact form: <https://getdataforme.com/contact/>

We're here to help you get the most out of this Actor!

# Actor input Schema

## `Urls` (type: `array`):

The urls for the spider.

## `proxyConfiguration` (type: `object`):

Specifies proxy servers that will be used by the scraper in order to hide its origin.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "Urls": [
    "https://reliefweb.int/jobs?page=1"
  ],
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}
```

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": true,
        "apifyProxyGroups": [
            "RESIDENTIAL"
        ]
    }
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = { "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": True,
        "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"],
    } }

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}' |
apify call getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,getdataforme/reliefweb-jobs-spider"
        }
    }
}
```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/PZVq6ihcbE4IL9QF3/builds/fyeYkK4ruCsu3qScE/openapi.json