Established in 1944, the WBG is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for development solutions. In fiscal year 2018, the WBG committed $67 billion in loans, grants, equity investments and guarantees to its members and private businesses, of which $24 billion was concessional finance to its poorest members. It is governed by 188-member countries and delivers services out of 120 offices with more than 16,000 staff located…

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? 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…

This course will cover the agricultural and urban water quality issues in Florida, their bases, land and nutrient management strategies, and the science and policy behind the best management practices (BMPs). Students will learn to evaluate BMP research and analyze its role in determining practices and policies that protect water quality.

Each part of the world faces specific vulnerabilities to climate change and has different opportunities to mitigate the effects and build resilience in the 21st century. With the ratification of the Paris Agreement, many countries have acceded to act in combatting climate change. Indeed, without climate action, decades of sustainable development is at risk, thus making this a ‘make or break’ point in time. Showcasing the most recent scientific…

The Specialist would work in the following areas: • Contributing to the broader work of ENB GP on improving environmental sustainability; and identifying and pursuing innovative approaches including contributing to preparation and supervision of projects in the areas of blue economy (fisheries and coastal zone management in particular); • Leading or contributing to relevant analytical work and project preparation and implementation in the areas…

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is the world’s premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine…

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. The mission of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), as described in the Lima Declaration adopted at the fifteenth session of the UNIDO General Conference in 2013, is to promote and accelerate…

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded in 1967 with the purpose of promoting regional cooperation in Southeast Asia, in the spirit of equality and partnership and thereby contribute towards peace, progress, and prosperity in the region. ASEAN comprises ten (10) countries in Southeast Asia. It was proclaimed a Community through the “Kuala Lumpur Declaration on ASEAN 2025: Forging Ahead Together”, signed by the ASEAN Leaders…

Oxford Policy Management (OPM) is a reputable international development consultancy; specialized in full public policy lifecycle from research to policy development & evaluation to implementation. We count over 500 colleagues, from 18 offices worldwide, and deliver projects in over 100 countries in Social, Economic and Governance Policy sectors. Oxford Policy Management is inviting applications for opportunities in the International Policy…

UNESCO, as the lead agency for Sustainable Development Goal 4 on Inclusive Quality Education is currently seeking a pro-active, visionary Director for the Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP). The right candidate will be a seasoned leader, able to foster trust through an inclusive approach, and inspire others. The Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) is…

Ce projet a été initialement conçu pour être une composante d'un programme plus large de développement intitulé « Promouvoir la production agricole au Mali » (PAPAM). La stratégie du projet est de s'attaquer aux facteurs de la dégradation des Terres et des ressources naturelles à travers une approche de l'élimination des obstacles. Le choix des résultats et des sites de co-soutenir les objectifs généraux du programme de PAPAM. Ce projet mettra l…

Le projet se fonde sur les leçons apprises de la phase initiale du Programme Conjoint Jeunesse et Résilience (PCJR) au Mali. Outre la cible “jeunesse”, il prend en compte la promotion et la protection des femmes. Les jeunes, les femmes et les autres groupes vulnérables des régions de Gao, Tombouctou et Kidal qui sont les zones d’intervention seront les principaux bénéficiaires. Les acteurs institutionnels de mise en œuvre (Gouvernement, Société…

World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. Our work focuses on building sustainable and liveable cities and working towards a low carbon economy. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote…

The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. Established in 1975, IFPRI currently has more than 600 employees working in over 50 countries. HarvestPlus seeks a highly motivated Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Monitoring, Evaluation, and…

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation…

EntreMundos es una organización sin fines de lucro que trabaja con proyectos y organizaciones locales. en Guatemala para aumentar sus capacidades institucionales. El Instituto para el Desarrollo Económico Social de América Central (IDESAC) trabaja en el entorno para promover una ciudadanía comprometida con las personas que más lo necesitan en el país para poner fin a la pobreza y la discriminación. El puesto en Ecología Ambiental se centra en los…

EntreMundos es una organización sin fines de lucro que trabaja con proyectos y organizaciones locales. en Guatemala para aumentar sus capacidades institucionales. El Instituto para el Desarrollo Económico Social de América Central (IDESAC) trabaja en el entorno para promover una ciudadanía comprometida con las personas que más lo necesitan en el país para poner fin a la pobreza y la discriminación. El puesto en Ecología Ambiental se centra en los…

BASIC FUNCTION: The iterative development of interactive decision support tools and rapid assessment ‘score-cards’ for the targeting of environmental measures specifically riparian buffers. Development of computational screening tools for prioritisation and opportunities mapping for buffer actions at national to catchment scales. Engagement with stakeholders. Develop web/cloud based interactive resources for various stakeholders (e.g. farmers…

The mighty Amazon Jungle is a truly biological diverse area where unique flora and fauna can be spotted. The famous Amazon River runs through this country and this region that hosts the greatest rainforest in the world. Unfortunately, due to deforestation, commercial logging operations and climate change this ecosystem and the life of its iconic wildlife, plant species and local communities is constantly under threat. The fate of the Amazon lies…

The challenges facing water managers across the world increasingly require leaders able to cross social, environmental and technological boundaries, to combine disciplinary knowledge, and to use theory to inform effective practice. The Master of Integrated Water Management creates water leaders by drawing on international teaching and research from many fields to provide a trans-disciplinary, whole-of-water-cycle approach to water management. The…

Climate science is the study of atmospheric conditions, which are generally determined by factors such as temperature, wind, air pressure and water vapour at any specific time. The earth's atmosphere is composed of a mixture of moisture, temperature and gases which, in one way or another, control the conditions that are vital for the occurrence of life on earth. These conditions are always somewhat active, and are subject to change at every…

With the ever increasing need to deliver sustainable solutions for water and land management worldwide, being able to assess potential nature based solutions (NBS) in different contexts will become a key skill for all designers, regulators, consultants, academics, and NGOs involved in environmental studies. This short course will illustrate how nature based solutions can contribute to deliver sustainable land and water management. You will…

Description The Water Funds Training provides a field-tested, step-by-step curriculum for developing Water Funds. Co-developed by experts in Water Funds and adult learning, this curriculum has been iteratively refined through field tests in key geographies wherein TNC and its partners are currently developing Water Funds, including sites across Africa, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and North America Learning Objectives Become a water-wise…

The mandate of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is to promote sustainable and inclusive development and regional connectivity in the Asian and Pacific region. ESCAP’s role as a regional development arm of the United Nations Secretariat is to support its membership with policy-oriented research and analysis, normative support and technical assistance and capacity building, to respond to the…