Rural development job opportunities

About the positionThe AquayaLEARN Fellowship enables African students and young professionals to collaborate with Aquaya's research team to develop and implement innovative water and sanitation solutions.Fellows will be based in the Nairobi, Kenya or Accra, Ghana office.2024 ProgramsAquaya'sWaterTRACSprogram focuses on three key areas: monitoring water quality, conducting research to translate da...

YOUR ROLEAs a Program Officer at Justdiggit, your role consists of:1. Project Planning and Implementation2. Stakeholder Engagement3. Budget Management4. Capacity Building and Training KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Involvement in the co-creation and development of rural communication strategy Support administratively and perform project management duties Ensure timely and successful delivery of (on- and of...

The Aquaya Institute is a non-profit research and consulting organization dedicated to improving health in the developing world. We deliver the knowledge and tools that are required to achieve universal access to safe water and sanitation. About the position The AquayaLEARN Fellowship enables African students and young professionals to collaborate with Aquaya s research team to develop and implem...

MANDATE The core mandate of Machakos University is to Teach, Train, conduct Research, Innovate, Collaborate, generate new knowledge and Community Service. IDENTITY STATEMENT Machakos University is an academic institution committed in transmitting knowledge, skills and attitude through science, Technology and Innovation for the benefit of humanity. VISION STATEMENT A preferred University of Schola...

The Project Facilitator is responsible for effectively implement Ripple Effect's activities in the field according to objectives of the IDRC Project. The role will be at the forefront of project implementation, working daily with farmers and other stakeholders.Key responsibilitiesProject implementationBe responsible for the overall implementation of project activities in the allocated project are...

Job DescriptionThe Credit Officer (CO) is the frontline representative of the organization. As such, he or she plays a crucial role in the institution's effectiveness. The CO is responsible to ensure that each Yehu member is satisfactorily serviced and that each group and center is operating effectively. Qualifications/ ExperienceOpen minded friendly, enthusiastic personality with strong interest...

The Aga Khan Academies are an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalisation of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without re...

About youThe successful candidate will have strong knowledge and demonstrated practical experience in community development involving application of sustainable development methodologies, knowledge in extension services delivery, experience in developing effective plans, implementing, and monitoring the plans and working in youth support programmes. They must be an experienced motorcycle rider.Th...

The Aga Khan Academies are an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalisation of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without re...

The Project Facilitator is responsible for effectively implement Ripple Effect s activities in the field according to objectives of the IDRC Project. The role will be at the forefront of project implementation, working daily with farmers and other stakeholders. Key responsibilities Project implementation Be responsible for the overall implementation of project activities in the allocated project ...

Greenlight Planet is on a mission to revolutionize rural energy access for the 1.5 billion off-grid villagers who use dirty, dangerous kerosene lanterns for light. In four years we ve sold 1.6 million solar lights to off-grid families in South Asia and Africa all paid for up-front, in cash the latter 1 million customers acquired over the past year. Our products were recognized recently as the bes...

About you The successful candidate will have strong knowledge and demonstrated practical experience in community development involving application of sustainable development methodologies, knowledge in extension services delivery, experience in developing effective plans, implementing, and monitoring the plans and working in youth support programmes. They must be an experienced motorcycle rider. ...

In Kenya, Oxfam works with others to alleviate poverty and inequality. We work with the most vulnerable communities in the dry and remote northern regions, and in the impoverished slums of the capital, Nairobi. In Kenya, the highest poverty levels are in the northern pastoralist districts in some areas 95% of people fall below the poverty line Project Specific Objectives Increased local climate-r...

MAIN OBJECTIVE OF THE KILMEAP PROJECTThe project's main objective is to accelerate the growth of the Improved Cook Stove (ICS) sector with an irreversible market transformation that will significantly increase the level of ICS production, improve the quality of the products, and increase sales. To enable such a paradigm shift, two main barriers will have to be addressed. On the supply side, the I...

Our proven approach brings smallholder farmers together to learn new skills and share knowledge so they can improve their livelihoods and thrive. Farmers working alongside Ripple Effect learn more, grow more and sell more. Summary The Project Facilitator is responsible for effectively implement Ripple Effect s activities in the field according to objectives of the IDRC Project. The role will be a...

Our proven approach brings smallholder farmers together to learn new skills and share knowledge so they can improve their livelihoods and thrive. Farmers working alongside Ripple Effect learn more, grow more and sell more About you The successful candidate will have strong knowledge and demonstrated practical experience in community development involving application of sustainable development met...

Key Responsibilities:Performing study specific assays, viral loads, UECs, CBC, CD4 count Malaria tests, Blood sugar, microscopy etcConducting screening and diagnostic tests for priority conditions in accordance with established protocols.Sample collection and handling: DBS for viral sequencing (VS) and pharmacokinetics (PK), Phlebotomy whole blood for viral load analysis and Infant DBS for Early ...

Job Description Key Responsibilities Oversee the Human Rights pillar of IMPACT, Sucafina's sustainability sourcing program, with a particular focus on child protection, workers rights and gender equality. Based on internal standards and relevant regulations ensure incorporation of relevant human rights requirements in IMPACT. Provide technical guidance and oversight to country project teams on co...

Practical Action is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. We find out what people are doing and help them to do it better. MAIN OBJECTIVE OF THE KILMEAP PROJECT The project s main objective is to accelerate the growth of the Improved Cook Stove (ICS) sector with an irreversible market transformation that will signif...

Key Responsibilities: Performing study specific assays, viral loads, UECs, CBC, CD4 count Malaria tests, Blood sugar, microscopy etc Conducting screening and diagnostic tests for priority conditions in accordance with established protocols. Sample collection and handling: DBS for viral sequencing (VS) and pharmacokinetics (PK), Phlebotomy whole blood for viral load analysis and Infant DBS for Ear...

We believe EVERYONE in the world deserves access to the internet and affordable communications. Communications have an incredibly positive impact on improving the lives of individuals and accelerating the economic and social growth of developing countries; yet 4.4 billion people around the world are still unconnected and many more are poorly serviced. At poa! we believe everyone deserves access t...

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. Key Responsibilities: Performing study specific assays, viral loads, UECs, CBC, C...

Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa. We use our analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and, through better decisions, to unlock substantial value for our clients and society. While we are the largest economics-based consulting firm in Africa, we use a large number of techniques and approaches to achieve clarity for decision-makers. We work across various domains. Early specialisa...

RESPONSIBILITIESScience and Technical LeadershipManage in collaboration with core Roadmap partners the regionalization and resulting evolution of the global NCS Roadmap's framework to align with Africa's values, contexts, and needs, for example, to emphasize sustainable development, livelihoods, and biodiversity priorities.Lead, support, and/or coordinate the identification and development of hig...