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The Africa Platform for Social Protection (APSP) is a network of individuals and organizations operating at grassroots, national and regional levels, with a commitment to promoting a strengthening the social contract between states and citizens. Rationale The current and most common funding mechanism by competition/call for proposals is not yielding much results despite investments in coalitions ...

Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Support the development of project/s and concept/s for GEF-8 specifically focusing on: mercury in products, artisanal and small-scale gold mining, and enabling activities, and with relevant experts and stakeholders in coordination with the countries Support task ...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme...

Task description Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Management Officer and the direct supervision of the programme Budget Officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Drafts, in consultation with the UNEP GEF Coordination Office, Communications Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, and UNEP GEF Chemicals and Waste unit, an internal and external communications ...

Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Expert technical support to the FARM global child project, as well as regional child projects, and successful project management of the FARM global child project execution. Engage stakeholders and co-finance partners to bring in external knowledge into the FARM p...

Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Analyse scenario to develop sectoral strategies and projects on chemical and pollution management in the key sectors prioritized by the Global Framework on Chemicals and UNEP s Programme of Work, namely plastic, electronics, and textiles. For the above three sect...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Task description Under the overall supervision of the Senior P...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Task description Under the direct supervision of the Programme...

JOB PURPOSE The Policy and Advocacy Lead position is an exciting regional role contributing to a flagship FCDO funded, consortium delivered programme: The Girl Generation: Support to the Africa-led movement (ALM) to end FGM/C the programme (TGG:ALM). The programme was established to contribute to a significant reduction in the practice of FGM/C in four focal countries in Africa, by accelerating p...

Amref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office of Amref Health Africa, Africa s largest International Health NGO. This is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average annual budget of USD 40million. JOB PURPOSE The Policy and Advocacy Lead position is an exciting regional role contributing to a flagship FCDO funded, consortium delivered programme: The Girl Gene...

The Research Team Leader will support the Alliance's strategic objectives under its Climate Action Lever, emphasizing the integration of scientific findings, alongside associated tools, information, approaches, and services into actionable strategies, policies, plans, and practices for climate resilience. Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams within the Alliance, One CGIAR Initiative...

The Research Team Leader will support the Alliance s strategic objectives under its Climate Action Lever, emphasizing the integration of scientific findings, alongside associated tools, information, approaches, and services into actionable strategies, policies, plans, and practices for climate resilience. Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams within the Alliance, One CGIAR Initiative...

Established in 2019, the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) was created to address these four crises, maximizing impact for change at key points in the food system. Summary The Research Team Leader will support the Alliance s strategic objectives under its Climate Action Lever, emphasizing the integration of scientific findings, along...

JOB PURPOSEThe Policy and Advocacy Lead position is an exciting regional role contributing to a flagship FCDO funded, consortium delivered programme: The Girl Generation: Support to the Africa-led movement (ALM) to end FGM/C the programme (TGG:ALM). The programme was established to contribute to a significant reduction in the practice of FGM/C in four focal countries in Africa, by accelerating po...

AltGen boasts some 100-odd years of combined experience in HR and capacity development; and is supported by a passionate team spread across the African landscape. Requirements Education A bachelor s degree or higher in a relevant field (BCom, Business Management, Economics) MBA is beneficial Experience 5 years of experience in project management in the carbon market (carbon capture, utilisation, ...

The purpose of the CCS Partnerships Manager - Capacity Strengthening is to lead in supporting activities under the CCS pillar 3) strengthening capacity of local partner organizations with an emphasis on accompaniment and mentorship. The Partnerships Manager - Capacity Strengthening is responsible to establish a common approach and good practices for partnership between international and local par...

The purpose of the CCS Partnerships Manager - Capacity Strengthening is to lead in supporting activities under the CCS pillar 3) strengthening capacity of local partner organizations with an emphasis on accompaniment and mentorship. The Partnerships Manager - Capacity Strengthening is responsible to establish a common approach and good practices for partnership between international and local par...

Mercy Corps is a global humanitarian aid agency engaged in transitional environments that have experienced some sort of shock: natural disaster, economic collapse, or conflict. Summary The purpose of the CCS Partnerships Manager Capacity Strengthening is to lead in supporting activities under the CCS pillar 3) strengthening capacity of local partner organizations with an emphasis on accompaniment...

Reporting To:Field CoordinatorQualification/ ExperienceAssist in the implementation of agricultural activities outlined in the project, including but not limited to:Capacity building through training programs on good agronomic practices.Work with our WASH team to establish and maintain a farming irrigation system in two farms in Wajir County.Distribution of certified seeds and tools to local farm...

Reporting To:Field CoordinatorQualification/ ExperienceAssist in the implementation of agricultural activities outlined in the project, including but not limited to:Capacity building through training programs on good agronomic practices.Work with our WASH team to establish and maintain a farming irrigation system in two farms in Wajir County.Distribution of certified seeds and tools to local farm...

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an international humanitarian organisation that provides development programs and humanitarian relief around the globe, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief. Reporting To: Field Coordinator Qualification/ Experience Assist in the implementation of agricultural activities outlined in the project, including but not limited to: Capacity building thr...

NGO job opportunities in Kenya. About Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is powered by the belief that a better world is possible. To do this, we know our teams do their best work when they are diverse and every team member feels that they belong. We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be stronger and have long term impact. The Program / Department / Team Mercy Corps Sudan c...

Description About Mercy CorpsMercy Corps is powered by the belief that a better world is possible. To do this, we know our teams do their best work when they are diverse and every team member feels that they belong. We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be stronger and have long term impact.The Program / Department / Team Mercy Corps' Sudan crisis response seeks ...