Opportunities

The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The German Red Cross assists in disaster response, rehabilitation and capacity building projects internationally on appeals of their sister organisations within the Movement.

GRC is currently seeking a Project Manager Food Security / Organic Farming

The GRC jointly implements two food security projects in Gedaref and Kassala States in East Sudan with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS). One project is BMZ-financed and is running since May 2015 – June 2017, the other one is EuropeAid-funded with a project period from January 2015 – December 2017. The projects aim to increase agricultural diversification in altogether 16 villages in rural districts in Gedaref and Kassala, Sudan, to make the population more resilient in regards to food security. The projects focus on community-based activities and community mobilization and farmers are trained through the Farmer Field School approach and Trainings of Trainers (ToT). Sustainable agricultural and organic farming techniques are demonstrated and water harvesting systems constructed. Village gardens are established and trees planted in the villages. In addition, community committees are formed and strengthened to contribute to food security planning in their communities. The project manager will be subordinated technically to a GRC program coordinator who is in overall charge of the two projects.

Duration: starting June 2016 for one year with possibility of extension 

Location: Kassala, Sudan, with regular visits to Gedaref
 

Asian Development Bank is inviting applications for Internship Program for graduates to work in a major international development organizations. Applicants must be enrolled in a Master’s- or PhD-level program at a school in one of the ADB member nations, both prior to and after the internship assignment. Internship candidates have to be nationals of ADB members. The duration should be a minimum of eight (8) weeks (56 days) and a maximum of 26 weeks or six (6) months for one internship assignment.

Internship candidates must:

Interpeace is a Swiss non-profit organization that works in close partnership with national partner organizations and the UN. Its aim is to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion. Interpeace also strives to assist the international community (and in particular the United Nations) to play a more effective role in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world through better understanding and response to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social and political cohesion.

Interpeace is supported by bilateral and multilateral donors as well as private funding. The organization is currently active in Africa, Central America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia

The CEPF will make small grants (<US$20 thousand) in Myanmar in support of strategic conservation in the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot. Eligibility for funding extends to local NGOs, community groups, private companies, and other civil society organizations. The closing date for letters of inquiry (English, Burmese) is 07 March 2016

The AVPN Conference  is going to Hong Kong! After 3 years in Singapore, it is now moving to other Asian cities to tap deeper into the social investing and philanthropy markets there. If you have an interest in learning more about venture philanthropy and social investing, then the AVPN Conference is the best platform to find out what is currently making great strides forward in the field.

The UNV Strategic Framework 2014-2017 advocates for the effective enhancement of the capacity of UNV Field Units based at the country level with high quality programme advisory support through a regional office. The Strategic Framework informs the Global Programmes in the following focus areas: a) Access to Basic Services, b) Community resilience for environment and disaster risk reduction, c) peace building, d) Youth and national capacity building through volunteer schemes. Within the context of the UNV Strategic Framework and through the Global Programmes, the UNV Regional Offices are to provide high quality programmatic support and establish strategic partnerships at the regional level to promote volunteerism for peace and development in their respective regions.

Under the direct supervision of the  UNV  Regional Manager, who is the head of the UNV Regional Office, the UN Volunteer Regional Basic Social Services Specialist will:

Victory Garden Initiative is a non-profit organization that builds communities who grow their own food as a way of life; creating a community based, ecologically sustainable, socially just and nutritious food system.                                                 

Land O’Lakes International Development is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose vision is to be a global leader in transforming lives by engaging in agriculture and enterprise partnerships that replace poverty with prosperity, and dependency with self-reliance. The organization has a history of 34 years of engaging in international agriculture and economic development programs, implementing more than 280 programs in 80 countries since 1981.

Land O’Lakes International Development seeks an experienced Technical Advisor for the livestock value chain to provide technical leadership on livestock activities for the anticipated USAID-funded livestock production for improved nutrition program in Rwanda. The Technical Advisor will be responsible for activities related to livestock practices and technology—from improving livestock productivity to strengthening the livestock value chain through public and private partnerships and working with producer groups and service providers on inputs, technical advisory and financial services.

e-Agriculture is currently looking for an intern for a 6 month internship with the e-Agriculture Community of Practice. The internship will be based in Rome, Italy at FAO. The internship can either start in February or July

The selected candidate will be a member of the Good Practices Team within the Capacity Development Unit, Division for Partnerships, Advocacy and Capacity Development (OPC) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) offers short courses in Israel in subject areas of agriculture, climate change, and related themes. Courses are available in English, Spanish, Russian, and French. Courses in English include Agricultural Extension Methods (17 January through 03 February); Post-Harvest Handling of Fresh Commodities (07 through 26 February); Modern Apiculture (28 March through 14 April); Climate Change and Agriculture (03 through 15 April); Integrated Pest Management (03 through 22 April); Renewable Energy (16 through 31 May); Clean Technologies (30 May through 23 June); and others. For most courses, MASHAV offers a limited number of scholarships to cover course fees, accommodation, medical insurance, and other expenses in Israel (but not international airfare). Applications are submitted through Israel's diplomatic missions at country level.

The AKF provides support to civil society organizations in several countries of Central and South Asia, the Middle East, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Inter-American Foundation supports PhD research in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) on themes related to grassroots development. Past projects have included topics in agriculture, watershed management, and climate change (among others). The competition is open to citizens of the USA and citizens of independent Latin American and Caribbean countries (except Cuba) who are PhD candidates at universities in the USA. The deadline for applications in the 2016-2017 cycle is 29 January 2016.

Voices of Youth is happy to announce that applications for the next round of VOY Blogging Internships are now open.

The 3-month internship, starting in December 2015, offers young people aged 14-24 an opportunity to develop their writing, research and critical thinking skills and allows them to connect with other engaged young people around the world in global dialogue.

The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo. Junior Fellows are recruited through a competitive application process twice per year. Graduate students interested in the work of the United Nations — and in particular, UNU — are encouraged to apply.

The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole. The programme provides opportunities for the development of new skills and knowledge and is a unique and constructive setting for the practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.

The World Bank Group Internship offers highly motivated and successful individuals an opportunity to improve their skills while working in a diverse environment. Interns generally find the experience to be rewarding and interesting.

This internship typically seeks candidates in the following fields: economics, finance, human development (public health, education, nutrition, and population), social science (anthropology, sociology), agriculture, environment, private sector development, as well as other related fields.

The African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) is a continental development program that recruits and works with youth volunteers, to work in all 54 countries across the African Union.

AU-YVC promotes volunteering to deepen the status of young people in Africa as key participants in the delivery of Africa's human development targets and goals. It brings people together to share skills, knowledge, creativity and learning to build a more integrated Continent and by implication strengthen Africa's relevance in the globalized world.

The European Bank for Rural Development (EBRD) is currently inviting applications from the eligible applicants for the post of senior admin assistant based in London

The senior administrative assistant is responsible for all general admin tasks within the team with the added responsibility, such as budget management/assistance, portfolio administration, procurement administration etc.

Schumacher College is an international centre in ecological studies, social action and transformative education. With an enviable reputation for cutting-edge learning, its postgraduate and short courses deliver a unique brand of small group, residential learning experiences. The college campus is part of Dartington, a progressive rural farm estate in Southwest England.

They are seeking to appoint a fulltime, permanent lecturer for our postgraduate programme in Ecological Food Systems. This interdisciplinary course, delivered in collaboration with Plymouth University, explores research and practice that addresses the social, ecological and economic challenges our food systems face in the 21st Century. The college’s sustainable food production courses started in 2008, as part of its land-based operation growing organic food for the college and trials in Agroforestry.

They are looking for an engaging communicator and innovator, with a passion for ‘whole person learning’. You will have extensive experience in sustainable food or agriculture, in an academic, campaigns or practitioner context. You will have a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience, strong organisational skills and be committed to the values and ethos of Schumacher College. Excellent English language skills are required. As well as teaching and associated academic duties, you will guide and support the students’ learning journey. You will collaborate with colleagues in delivering a programme that is innovative, pioneering and a catalyst for positive change in food systems.

There is an option for this post to be residential.

For more information about Schumacher College visit www.schumachercollege.org.uk

To apply for this role, please send your completed application to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (link sends e-mail) or send via post to: HR & Payroll, Dartington Hall Trust, Dartington, TQ9 6EL.

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Closing Date: 12 noon Wednesday 14th October 2015

Interviews will be held on Monday 26th October 2015

The Nestlé Foundation supports research in human nutrition in low-income and lower middle-income countries. In relation to agriculture, the Foundation will consider research on food policy, food production, and food technology if the intervention has high potential for sustainable improvement of nutritional status and public health. The Foundation offers training grants, pilot grants, and full project grants. Priority is for proposals submitted by researchers in developing countries, or jointly with partners in developed countries. Letters of intent can be submitted at any time.

The OECD is a global economic forum working with 34 member countries and more than 100 emerging and developing economies to make better policies for better lives. Its mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. The Organization provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Environment Directorate (ENV) is looking for an Environmental Economist with particular expertise in the interactions of trade and environmental policies. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Head of the Environment and Economy Integration (EEI) Division and will contribute to the Division’s work on trade and environment, as well as on other issues such as resource productivity, and environmental policy design and evaluation.