UNU-INWEH is looking for a dynamic individual committed to policy-relevant research in the field of managing water resources for the alleviation of environmental and human health risks

India-EU Water Partnership invites applications for the consultancy position in Holistic River Management. This consultancy will be done at their office in India.

The Ford Motor Company makes grants for ongoing and non-profit projects focused on conservation engineering, protection of the natural environment, and environmental education in countries of the Middle East and North Africa. For 2018, a total of US$105 thousand is available for initiatives in Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, and Yemen. This year Ford offers a special category grant (US…

The Allianz Climate Risk Research Award supports scientific research that improves the understanding of climate change-related risks. The 2018 Award focuses on the topic “Climate risk: real-time information and new technologies”. PhD students from all around the world who are in the final stage of their research and postdoctoral researchers who have recently finished their research, are invited to apply. Four finalists will receive a monetary…

The UK Natural Environment Research Council and funding partners invite proposals for the Towards a Sustainable Earth (TaSE) initiative, which aims to improve our understanding of the complex interactions between people and the environment required to make progress in achieving the United Nations Global Goals (Sustainable Development Goals). Applicants are invited to submit multilateral collaborative research proposals comprising eligible…

Cartier supports women entrepreneurs who lead social enterprises in their early phases that have potential to grow significantly. Cartier reviews applications from Latin America, North America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East & North Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Previous laureates have included several whose work links to environment and related issues, e.g., product recycling, low-cost energy, water treatment, fair trade, and…

The Canon Collins Trust seeks to support exceptional individuals who are committed to social justice in Southern Africa. The Trust offers 3-year scholarships for students studying justice, including politics and the environment, among others. In 2018 most awards will be valued at R70 thousand for each year of study at Masters and PhD level. Applicants must be nationals of — or have refugee status — in Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique…

The United Nations University Vice-Rectorate in Europe (UNU-ViE) - SCYCLE, it is an independent programme hosted by UNU-ViE in Bonn (Germany). SCYCLE envisions to enable societies to reduce the environmental load from production, use and the disposal of ubiquitous goods and especially electrical and electronic equipment to sustainable levels by means of independent and both comprehensive and practical research providing more thorough fact bases…

The Swedish Committee for Afghanistan invites applications for the position of Context Analysis of Environment.

The economic, social and environmental challenges of today need bright new thinking that will shape tomorrow. EFI’s Young Leadership Programme targets the leaders of that future, bringing young professionals together with experts to create a new space where change can happen. Young Leadership Programme Mediterranean Edition 2018: The Mediterranean, with its ecological and social specificities, has untapped potential to contribute to the leading…

The Environmental Science major offered by Baylor University combines laboratory work, field work and classroom study. This program is for students interested in a variety of fields including forestry, wildlife management, water resources and environmental chemistry. Graduates can expect to find job opportunities as lab researchers, consultants, environmental engineers or analysts, among other professions. Other students continue their education…

The UNDP-GEF Sustainable Forest and Land Management in the Dry Dipterocarp Forest Ecosystems of Southern Lao PDR Project (SAFE Ecosystems Project) aims to support the government of Lao PDR to facilitate a transformative shift towards sustainable land and forest management in the forested landscape of Savannakhet Province. For this assignment, the Sustainable Forest and Land Management in the Dry Dipterocarp Forest Ecosystems of Southern Lao PDR…

The European Commission calls for concept notes for the Zimbabwe Agricultural Growth Programme (ZAGP). Proposed projects must contribute to the development of a diversified and efficient agriculture sector that promotes inclusive green economic growth. This call for proposals focuses on Animal Health and Food Safety Systems. The grant requested under this call must be between € 3 and 3.6 million. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations…

Global Forest Watch seeks tech innovators, journalists, conservationists, campaigners, and analysts who are committed to expanding their forest monitoring experience and sharing this knowledge with others in their networks. The five-month Fellowship will run from July through December 2018. Fellows will participate in regular online meetings and pieces of training to offer innovative ideas on strategies to protect forests. Each fellow will…

The annual Climate and Clean Air Awards are given to recognize exceptional contributions and actions taken by individuals or groups to reduce carbon and methane emissions. Any individual, city, subnational government, national government or private entity taking decisive action on short-lived climate pollutants are encouraged to apply.

The technical consultant, with guidance and supervision of the General Secretary GFAFO, the Pilot Project Works Supervisor and with support from the relevant Ministries, will undertake the following: Duties and responsibilities, among others: Undertake a topographic survey of identified 5-acre plot to determine and map the contours of the target area and existing features to support the redesign of the existing drainage system. This should…

The Agriculture program offered by the Louisiana State University teaches everything you need to know about crops. Also, it touches upon the manner in which you could turn agriculture into business. The Agriculture program offered by the Louisiana State University offers the following concentrations: Agribusiness Finance: Develop your knowledge of agriculture finance to pursue a career in rural development or investment practices; Food Industry…

La Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agricultura (FAO), les da una cordial bienvenida al Seminario Virtual “La Agenda 2030 y las oportunidades para las sociedades rurales: Integración de los Objetivos de Desarrollo sostenible (ODS) a la institucionalidad de los países de América del Sur”. La alimentación y la agricultura son fundamentales para alcanzar plenamente el conjunto de objetivos de desarrollo sostenible. Son…

Los días 13 y 14 de junio próximos tendrá lugar en la sede de CosmoCaixa en Barcelona el II Natural Capital Summit, organizado por Ecoacsa y la Fundación Empresa y Clima. El evento busca acercar a las empresas y organizaciones cómo se está «Trabajando sobre el terreno», tal y como reza su lema, en Europa y el resto del mundo en materia de capital natural para mejorar las estrategias corporativas y las políticas ambientales. Con el fin de lograr…

EPM (Empresas Públicas de Medellín) y el PNUD coinciden en trabajar con las comunidades e instituciones de la cuenca del río Porce, para que mejoren sus condiciones de desarrollo sostenible, generen alianzas estratégicas y autogestionen su desarrollo en los ámbitos culturales, ambientales políticos, sociales y económicos, promoviendo la paz, la reconciliación, afianzando su identidad regional y el tejido social, acrecentando los servicios…

The objective of the assignment is to bring the water treatment plants to a condition where they are able to consistently deliver a quality of water equal to or better than the national drinking water quality standard and to include procedures and monitoring systems that assist in achieving this outcome.

This Agricultural Science with Honours course at University of Tasmania specifically aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, competencies and awareness in preparation for employment in agricultural research organisations and businesses as well as for higher degree research. The BAgrSc(Hons) program aims to provide: Advanced knowledge and scientific training in a specialised area of agricultural science; Training in research as…

The project development support unit (PDSU) will have specialists covering related sectors. He/She shall (i) Undertake sector preparatory work, define the scope of the ensuing project, prepare the procurement plan and undertake (a) technical and systems assessment, (b) safeguards due diligence, and (c) financial sustainability and economic viability assessment of the ensuing project; (ii) Assist the IA in undertaking advance contracting actions…

In close collaboration with Department of Rural Development, the national consultant will provide technical support for construction/upgrading of community-managed water supply systems for 25 communities in Hsehsing township with the following specific tasks: Facilitate to establish Water User Committees Conduct feasibility study of water supply systems Conduct an assessment of WASH situations in potential schools and health centers Provide…

Le cours propose une lecture de l’environnement urbain en Afrique à travers les thématiques les plus pertinentes pour mesurer le niveau de développement d’un pays : eau et vie urbaine, assainissement (eaux usées et pluviales), gestion des déchets solides, agriculture urbaine. L’entrée du cours n’est pas disciplinaire, mais thématique. Le cours articule différents échelles de lecture de la ville (régional, inter urbain et intra urbain) pour…