The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) Bogor, Indonesia and the Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) jointly offer a 4-year PhD scholarship on the topic of land use changes in the (sub)tropics in the context of climate change and forests (REDD+). The PhD scholar will be part of the research project ”Global Comparative Study on REDD+” (GCS), led by CIFOR; in particular…

This program, in Agri-Food Technology, aims to equip students with the advanced skills, knowledge and expertise to undertake technical and production management roles in the globally important agri-food sector. The agri-food sector is intrinsically linked to challenges around land and water use, climate change and health and well-being. Students will have the opportunity to study areas such as advanced crop science, advanced food manufacturing…

This e-learning course will help participants to better understand the linkages between gender and the environment. It will provide the knowledge and tools to mainstream gender and become an effective change-maker for sustainable development. It will also give you facts and figures, and a better understanding of the global international frameworks related to gender and environment. Some modules of this e-learning course will be, among others…

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The objective of the project is to mainstream the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services into coastal zone management and into the operations and policies of the tourism and physical development sectors in the Republic of Mauritius through a ‘land- and seascape wide’ integrated management approach based on the Environmental Sensitive Areas’ (ESAs) inventory and assessment. More specifically, the project will…

The project will evaluate whether and under which site conditions agroforestry in Germany can be a land-use alternative that is ecologically more sustainable than conventional agriculture by Comparing the nutrient response and nutrient retention efficiencies of experimental agroforestry systems with conventional agriculture in central and eastern Germany; Assessing soil nutrient availability and nutrient losses through teaching from these systems…

The course is intended to help with the understanding of the linkages between gender and the environment. It will provide the knowledge and tools to mainstream gender and to create effective change-maker for sustainable development. It will also provide facts and figures, and a better understanding of the global international frameworks related to gender and environment. Key courses will be, among others: Gender and Biodiversity; Land Degradation…

The University of Queensland offers a Bachelor of Sustainable Agriculture program which is an introduction to the scientific and practical aspects of the sustainable agriculture industry. It offers knowledge and practical skills to help commercial farmers sustainably increase their output through innovative solutions and to develop agricultural solutions to some of the critical issues facing the planet. Some key courses in this program will be…

The World Future Council is looking for a Research Intern for 'Scaling up Agroecology'. The World Future Council (WFC) is a global forum of 50 respected personalities who give voice to the shared ethical values of citizens worldwide. The Council works closely with policy-makers, civil society and business to identify and implement best policies to protect the rights of future generations. Main responsibilities of this internship will be, among…

Water is a key component of development. The course offers a broad-based coverage of the principles and practices of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). The IWRM is a process that promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land and related resources in order to maximize economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems. The objectives of training are, among…

The Master of Forest Science and Management gives students the opportunity to gain expertise for an industry that is key to the economic success of many countries, but which has numerous challenges associated with climate change, the commoditisation of forest products and land management. Study subjects will aim at problem solving and innovation for resource management, with a focus on the environmental science impacts of forestry. Key modules in…

Battelle manages and operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) project, which is a 30+ year project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. The Field Ecologist position will provide guidance to temporary field crews while working in the field and laboratory. Some key responsibilities of the position will be, among many others: Lead, perform and coordinate plant phenology…

he Nauru R2R project Outcome 2 focuses on the development of an integrated landscape management practices to be adopted by local communities living with the ‘bottom-side’ and applicable ‘ridge’ and ‘topside’ areas not covered by mining. The Senior Technical Advisor will be expected to work with Division of Environment and Agriculture to develop an integrated agriculture and land use plan for Nauru R2R project sites. The plan is essential for…

Holistic Management Canada hosts six-day Holistic Management courses across Canada that provide participants with the tools and knowledge to make decisions towards a known direction. Participants learn how to apply the principles of Holistic Management to their operation by creating a Holistic Goal, a profit-based financial plan and a biological/grazing plan. Hands on learning is supported through a combination of large group, small group and…

CAMRIS seeks an International Agricultural Expert for the upcoming mid-term evaluation of the Agriculture and Rural Development Support (ARDS) Project in Ukraine. The purpose of the ARDS is to evaluate performance evaluation assessing the relevance and effectiveness interventions focused on land reform, boosting local economic development through implementation of a land management pilot and increasing small farmers’ participation in value chains…