Background: Mercy Corps has a deep history of climate change related work across Africa. As the challenges of climate change continue to grow, and the Sahel in particular continues to feel the negative implications, Mercy Corps seeks to update its strategies and approaches in order to grow our impact. Purpose / Project Description: The Consultant will be tasked with working closely with Mercy Corps country teams in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso…

Islamic Relief is an international aid and development charity, which aims to alleviate the suffering of the world's poorest people. It is an independent Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984. As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless of race, religion or gender. Project background The proposed…

AgraME is the leading event promoting sustainable, innovative agricultural practices to ensure food security in the region. The organisers want to make the event more responsible and play a role in helping the market improve its own sustainability through connecting people with the networks and knowledge they want to help solve the big challenges in the agriculture sector. AgraME is committed to showcase in the world’s top technologies and…

Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda by supporting the transformation to More efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for Better production, Better nutrition, a Better environment and a Better life, leaving no one behind. The Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) promotes integration of innovative…

UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels forms a contiguous spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. In this context, UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), a…

They are a team of over 200 people across eight offices, dedicated to protecting life on Earth. They work in over 50 countries, ingeniously using the law to create systemic change. They focus on the most pressing environmental challenges, because a future in which people and planet thrive together isn't just possible - it's essential. About the role They are looking for a Lawyer with an in-depth knowledge of Philippine energy, environmental, and…

Financed by the Government of Switzerland, European Union and Government of Sweden and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Municipal Environmental and Economic Governance (MEG) Project is a 12-year intervention in the domain of local governance in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Project overall goal is to contribute to the democratisation of local governance in Bosnia and Herzegovina and more equitable, effective, and…

The Water Project unlocks human potential by building and connecting global networks of local leaders, communities of generous supporters, and an informed public to provide sustainable water and sanitation programs to needlessly suffering communities in developing countries. We are committed to bringing people together to solve the problem of finding clean water. Whether it's our local teams in the field, our international staff, our donors and…

Work on the sustainability challenges of our time If you want to work towards finding solutions for societal problems related to natural resource depletion and environmental change, then this is the Master’s programme for you. The Environment and Resource Management (ERM) Master’s trains you to become part of the next generation of environmental leaders who work on the sustainability challenges of our time. From the role of climate change in…

Working at the World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank consists of two entities – the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). It is a global development cooperative owned by 189 member countries. As the largest development bank in the world, the World Bank provides loans, guarantees…

The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) vision of a world where people and nature thrive depends on bold, strategic action to tackle climate change. During this critical decade, we must leverage our strengths and reputation as a science-based, nonpartisan conservation organization to influence ambitious climate policy, deploy robust field projects, and increase the visibility, effectiveness, and financing of nature as an essential component of climate…

COOPI has been present in Sudan since 2004 providing humanitarian assistance to the affected population in North Darfur that for a long time has been the scene of armed clashes and particularly hit by periods of severe natural disasters. Recently COOPI expanded the area of intervention to East of Sudan responding to floods and eefugees from Tigray emergencies. Following the civil war in nearby Ethiopian region of Tigray, thousands of people fled…

Programme Highlights: HIGH LEVEL PANELS High level experts from around the world have been invited to participate in three high level panels to set the scene for the week’s discussions and presentations. The panel topics are: Delivering SDG Outcomes: 5 Years on and Looking to 2030 Private Sector Adaptation to a World of Climate Change and Water Extremes Water Related Data, Technology and Capacity Building for Developing Countries IWRA AWARDS…

War and conflict can severely disrupt the governance of the environment. What is the impact on both people and the environment? The Environmental Challenges: Scarcity and Conflict in the Natural Environment is an online course that explores war and conflict and their impact on the environment and people. This course explores the three main aspects of conflict and resource scarcity and help students apply them to the negotiation and decision…

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. In more than 40 countries and over 20 U.S. cities, our dedicated teams provide clean water, shelter, health care, education and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people. This is a senior management position…

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION The project is approved. Join our community, where we experiment with reducing our own waste, produce food in permaculture garden, learn innovative educational methods, permaculture, ecological gardening and the old crafts. Assist us to preserve cultural heritage, the authentic crafts, traditions and nature. Help us spread the word about low waste management, permaculture and Erasmus+. Come and meet like-minded people and be…

With world attention on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. By focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches, they tackle urgent threats with practical solutions. They are one of the world’s largest environmental organizations, with more than two million members and a staff of approximately 700 scientists…

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. As a science-based organization, they create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that they can create a world in which people and nature thrive. They are rooted in their Mission and guided by their Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People…