Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. With funding from USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), Mercy Corps’ Nawiri Program is leading a consortium of…

Founded in 2006, the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), is an African-led African-based organization that seeks to catalyze Agriculture Transformation in Africa. AGRA is focused on putting smallholder farmers at the center of the continent’s growing economy by transforming agriculture from a solitary struggle to survive into farming as a business that thrives. Under its 5-year strategy, AGRA looks to catalyze and sustain an…

An effective state is essential to achieving sustainable socioeconomic development. With the advent of globalization, there are growing pressures on governments and organizations around the world to be more responsive to the demands of internal and external stakeholders for good governance, accountability and transparency, greater development effectiveness, and delivery of tangible results. Governments, parliaments, citizens, the private sector…

We are currently seeking a regional Junior Climate Policy Analyst based in East Africa for our new DOWN2EARTH project. The job offer is linked to the project run-time which ends in September 2024. The starting date is envisioned for January 2021. The objective of the DOWN2EARTH project is to improve the understanding of future risks from water scarcity and food insecurity in particularly vulnerable countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia) in the Horn…

The agriculture sector presents a unique opportunity for youth to create decent work for themselves and for others; with the current impacts of climate change and global warming, sustainable agriculture is a solution to find a good balance between the need for food production and the preservation of the ecological system within the environment. Agroecology is a promising way to support a transition towards more sustainable food systems. Some of…

Development choices today influence the adaptive capacity of people and their governments well into the future. We cannot afford to delay adaptation planning and action. However, many development policies, plans, and projects currently do not take climate change into account due to a lack of awareness and clarity on how to effectively develop and integrate adaptation options. Intended Attendees: Target groups for the course include administration…

Nutrition International vision is a world where everyone, everywhere is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Nutrition International (NI) Strategy and Growth unit is responsible for Resource Mobilization with a key focus on Pitch investment case, Increase + diversify donor base, and Build a resource mobilization global culture. The unit comprises a global team of professionals located in our regional offices Asia, Africa…

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The Urban Basic Services Section of UN-Habitat is building capacity of city officials and other stakeholders on data collection and evidence-based planning of interventions, to improve…

Winrock is seeking WASH Technical Director candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)project in Kenya. The project will apply a facilitative approach, working across government, private sector, and civil society, to strengthen availability, accessibility and reliability of WASH services. The project will foster close alliances with county governments and build their capacity for service delivery and regulation…

The Analytics, Gender, Inclusion Learning and Evaluation (AGILE) Units’ M&E Technical Advisor is an active member of the Project Systems Team, a high performing team focusing on ensuring AGILE practice on projects is professionally executed in line with Winrock and donor standards. The Technical Advisor focuses on providing corporate guidance on what is expected for AGILE at the project level and developing tools and training to support project…

Winrock is seeking WASH Technical Director candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded water security improvement project in Tanzania. The project will apply a facilitative approach, working across government, private sector, and civil society, to improve the provision and governance of WASH services and the management of water resources. The project will foster close alliances with national, district and basin-level water authorities and build…

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.The challenges of working in difficult conditions to bring much needed food and support to our recipients while inherently rewarding, can place a great deal of pressure and stress on WFP staff. As a part of a multidisciplinary team under the Staff Wellness…

The International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is involved in data gathering and analysis, research, field projects, advocacy, and education. IUCN has widened its focus beyond conservation ecology and now incorporates issues related to sustainable development in its projects. IUCN does not itself aim to mobilize the public…

African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier multi-lateral development finance institution fostering economic growth and social progress in Africa. The AfDB's primary goal is to reduce poverty and improve living standards by mobilising resources in and outside Africa and providing financial and technical assistance for development projects and programs in Africa. The Agriculture, Human and Social Development Complex (AHVP) leads in implementing…

The Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance serves the United Nations globally to drive organizational excellence through innovation, accountability and solutions. The education requirement for the job is an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced…

The United Nations Children's Fund is a United Nations agency responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. it is among the most widespread and recognizable social welfare organizations in the world, with a presence in 192 countries and territories. UNICEF's activities include immunizations and disease prevention, administering treatment for children and mothers with HIV, enhancing childhood and maternal…

Cette manifestation d’intérêt est dirigée aux organismes de recherche, « think tanks » et aux organismes dont la mission et le mandat sont d’orienter les politiques publiques et autres interventions grâce à des efforts de production de données probantes et propre au contexte local, et qui sont situés dans les pays à faible revenu et à revenu intermédiaire (PRF-PRI). Cet Appel a pour but de financer des projets de recherche qui produiront des…

This project will contribute towards sustainably improve food security, nutrition and livelihoods and to build resilience among vulnerable households and their communities in West Pokot. This goal will be achieved by increasing targeted households’ incomes through improved agricultural production, diversified food availability and water infrastructures for irrigation. The consortium is composed of 5 NGO; CEFA is in charge of 3 main components…

The SEI Africa internship program provides a unique learning opportunity for postgraduate (MSc and PhD) students and recently graduated students from diverse academic backgrounds. SEI values diversity and encourage qualified women and men to apply. Our internship programme is part of capacity building activities and is designed for talented and motivated individuals who would like to gain knowledge and learn skills in the field of environment and…

The United Nations World Food Programme(WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. WFP Kenya Country Strategic Plan is based on the National Zero…

The Sub-regional Resilience Team for Eastern Africa (RTEA), based in Nairobi, and in close coordination with Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), is providing strategic, programmatic and technical guidance to FAO and member country programmes on the resilience agenda. Recognizing its complementary function to enhance country-level efforts in the resilience agenda, the sub-regional resilience team contributes to increasing the…

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. This post is located in the Finance and Budget Unit, Management, Advisory Under the general guidance of the Financial Management Officer and direct supervision of the Associate Finance…

Immerse yourself into the Kenyan culture as you work closely with farmers who are developing new methods of farming in soil-less environments. Provide them with the extra hands they need to continue farming and supporting their rural community. Program Highlights: Gain experience working in agriculture and hydroponic farming Harvest fruits and vegetables Care for livestock Support the local community by helping farmers with their day-to-day work…

Africa Insect Science for Food and Health (ICIPE) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods while preserving…

Africa Insect Science for Food and Health (ICIPE) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods while preserving…