The position is in the framework of the FAO-GEF project “Strengthening agro-climatic monitoring and information systems (SAMIS) to improve adaptation to Climate Change and Food Security in Lao PDR”. The GIS Expert will provide support to the activities included in Component 2 of the project and other activities related to spatial information systems. The GIS Specialist will perform the following tasks, among others: Provide technical support for…

The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is an international autonomous, non-profit, research organization supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ICARDA’s mission is to reduce poverty, enhance food, water, and nutritional security, as well as environmental health in the face of global challenges including climate change. Within the strategy of ICARDA's scientific…

Agriculture is New Zealand’s largest industry and helps set the country apart in the international agriculture field. New Zealand is the world’s 8th largest milk producer, is known for its commercial fishing and aquaculture industry and is the largest Venison exporter in the world. Agricultural Science interns in New Zealand can choose from internships that focus on a range of projects, including: land preservation, agri-food and agri-technology…

This assignment will support the implementation of the EU funded project on "Support to the Attainment of Vision 2030 Through Devolved Land Reforms in Community Lands of Kenya". The program's overall objective is to improve food security through equitable and secure access and management of land for better livelihoods and socioeconomic development in all counties as per Vision 2030. The consultant will provide technical know-how in natural…

The Fairfax County Government in Fairfax, Virginia is seeking an Urban Forestry Division Director. The Director will help to lead, plan, direct and manage Fairfax County's urban forestry program for the benefit of the county's 1.2 million residents. Some of the specific duties will be, among others: Lead the Urban Forest Management Division to establish and ensure success of long-term strategic goals and initiatives and short-term projects…

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry (MAWF) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing the Sustainable Management of Namibia’s Forested Lands (NAFOLA) Project with funding from the Global Environmental Facility (GEF). The project aims to reduce pressure on forest resources by facilitating the gazettement of community forests, and increasing the capacity for the uptake of improved agriculture…

This course focuses on the basics of implementing the REDD+ activities at the national or sub-national level. REDD+ stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation and Conserving and Enhancing Forest Carbon Stocks. Once this course is completed, participants will be able to: Identify and describe steps involved to design and implement REDD+ activities; Identify and describe the guidelines for creating REDD+ programs…

Along tropical coastlines, mangroves are vital for healthy ecosystems and human communities. Despite the significance of these habitats, in the last few decades they have been extensively degraded and cleared, often in the interest of economic growth. Fortunately, such attitudes are changing and there is now increasing global appreciation for the remarkable mangrove forest. This e-learning course is an introduction to the mangrove - a rare and…

This e-learning course provides the necessary knowledge to build a sustainable national greenhouse gas inventory (NGHGI) and to assess emissions from the agriculture sector. The course contains a general overview on: the role and goals of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC); the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines for NGHGIs; the inventory cycle and the main elements and principles for…

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry (MAWF) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing the Sustainable Management of Namibia’s Forested Lands (NAFOLA) Project with funding from the Global Environmental Facility (GEF). The project aims to reduce pressure on forest resources by facilitating the gazettement of community forests, and increasing the capacity for the uptake of improved agriculture…

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. The IITA seeks a highly motivated Project Manager with field experience in agricultural technology transfer and management of complex partnerships to manage two similar multi-institutional projects in Mali and…

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry (MAWF) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing the Sustainable Management of Namibia’s Forested Lands (NAFOLA) Project with funding from the Global Environmental Facility (GEF). The project aims to reduce pressure on forest resources by facilitating the gazettement of community forests, and increasing the capacity for the uptake of improved agriculture…

Over 800 multi-sector stakeholders from across Africa and around the world will meet in Nairobi, along with at least 30,000 people online, at the Prospects and Opportunities for Restoration in Africa Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) at UN Environment headquarters in Nairobi Aug. 29-30. The event will highlight many current landscape restoration initiatives and help set the stage for many more, demonstrating how countries are building on political…

The International Soil Modeling Consortium (ISMC) aims to integrate and advance soil systems modeling, data gathering,and observational capabilities, through: Bringing together leading experts in modelling soil processes within all major soil disciplines; Addressing major scientific gaps in describing key processes and their long term impacts with respect to the different functions and ecosystem services provided by soil; Promoting integration of…

The primary objective of the BLM Utah youth program is to work with a qualified Youth Conservation Corps to engage youth, veterans, tribal youth, and others ages 16-30 from local and surrounding communities across Utah to assist completing projects that help protect and promote multiple-use conservation projects on public lands. The BLM Utah is committed to connecting diverse youth to their public lands and natural and cultural heritage through…