The Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) seeks applications for a Consultant to join the proposed School of Environment and Sustainability to help build out our research on questions of environmental governance. The core task of the person in the first two years will be to expand on existing research on climate governance at the urban and regional scale, focusing particularly on Asia and Africa, looking specifically at institutional…

The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB or IDB or BID) is the largest source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. Established in 1959, the IDB supports Latin American and Caribbean economic development, social development and regional integration by lending to governments and government agencies, including State corporations. The IDB makes loans to the governments of its borrowing member countries at standard commercial…

FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia has a priority Regional Initiative 3 focuses on sustainable natural resources management under a changing climate. One of the key output for this initiative to support Member States in strengthening national capacities for achieving sustainable natural resources management, including the adaptation and mitigation to climate change and disaster risk reduction in agriculture, forestry and fisheries…

These Master’s Scholarships are awarded annually to qualifying applicants with demonstrated potential to become future water leaders.

The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Kenya, in partnership with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD1) In-Country/In-Region Scholarships Programme and African university partners, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for PhD scholarships in the African Regional Postgraduate Programme in Insect Sciences (ARPPIS).

Description Established in 1944, the World Bank Group (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…

FFI is seeking a highly experienced conservation professional to manage FFI’s newly established Eastern Atlantic Islands Programme. You will represent FFI in the region and ensure the effective management and technical delivery of projects in Cape Verde and Príncipe, leading on the development of projects in these countries and elsewhere in the Eastern Atlantic, working in close collaboration with FFI’s teams and partners in the region

The IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) operates in twenty-four countries in the Horn of Africa, eastern Africa, southern Africa and the Western Indian Ocean. IUCN ESARO engages directly in biodiversity conservation in the region through its innovative thematic programme, Conservation Areas and Species (CAS). The Environmental and Social Management Officer will work under the direct supervision of the SADC TFCA Financing…

The uniqueness of the Cubango-Okavango River Basin (COBR) and natural resource value was recognised jointly by the three basin states twenty years ago with the formation The Permanent Okavango River Basin Water Commission (OKACOM) and a call for multi-lateral action to protect it from unsustainable development. Development pressures, for a number of reasons, have been slow to materialise and the basin is still one of the least utilised in terms…

The Instituto de Pesca, a scientific research institution and the São Paulo state Secretary for Agriculture and Supply, is looking for a passionate and dedicate Young Investigator interested in developing innovation within the area of Limnology for application in Aquaculture. The current research interest includes the development of scientific and technological tools in order to promote aquatic environment monitoring and sustainability of fish…

The SUEZ-Institut de France Award includes two categories, for two types of applicant: The Access to Essential Services Award, for a sum of €50,000 is awarded to a non-profit organisation as a reward for its innovation. The Social Entrepreneurship Award, for a sum of €50,000, is awarded to a social entrepreneur for an initiative in the field of water access, sanitation or waste management. Applications are selected according to the following…

The leading exhibitions in the BIOFACH World connect organic marketplaces with international demand in 7 key economic regions of the world – and promote the development of regional markets at the same time. BIOFACH takes place for the 29th year in succession in 2018 and can look back on an outstanding success story. Don't miss it!

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…

Global trade with agricultural and food products offers a huge potential for contributing to food security, for example by enabling the provision of diverse food sources. On the other hand, trade may also jeopardize local and regional agricultural markets and producers, especially in developing countries. Further, the carbon footprint of food products and, thus, the impact on climate change, but also food scandals have increased the awareness to…

The Ecosystem Service Patnership (ESP) organizes regional conferences every other year.This conference is organized to draw attention to the key role ecosystems are playing in the development of the economy, human wellbeing and culture in (Sub-Saharan) Africa. Yet, in spite of all the benefits of ecosystem services (or Nature’s Contributions to People) the ecosystems providing them are facing many threats affecting the livelihoods and resilience…

Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General…

The Statistics Division internship is for at least two months with an opportunity for an extension up to six months, depending on the needs of the division. Interns work five days per week (37.5 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. The ESCAP Statistics Division is guided by the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics and the Principles Governing International Statistical…

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period…

ALLPA accompagne des familles dans la production agricole et de fromage or il est difficile pour elles de trouver des nouveaux marchés pour écouler leur production. La création d’une marque ou d’un label mettant en valeur les produits de la région permettrait d’augmenter les débouchés pour les produits de ces familles. Actuellement, les familles produisent à petite échelle. Ils produisent entre 4 et 10 kg de fromage frais par jour. Ils le vendent…

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP’s Regional Offices help to implement global programmes in the regions, by initiating, coordinating and…

The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, and is a hosting member of the PRACE European distributed supercomputing infrastructure. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service…

Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The Latin America and the Caribbean Office located in Panama City works closely with the…