Job Posting

: 10/Mar/2025

Closure Date

: 24/Mar/2025, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: NFIDD – Director’s Office – Divisional Support and Project Cycle Unit

Job Type

: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location

: Italy-Rome

Duration: Up to 11 months

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Knowledge Management & Communication (KMC) Activities:
    • Support the implementation of KMC activities for specific projects, including Tuna, Deep-sea Fisheries, and Global Coordination Projects.
    • Design and execute KMC activity plans, ensuring they align with project objectives and outcomes.
    • Prepare, process, and disseminate KMC materials (e.g., reports, newsletters, briefings) according to the project document.
  2. Program-Level KMC Coordination:
    • Support the overall KMC strategy for the Common Oceans Program.
    • Assist in implementing and managing KMC plans for program-level coordination between the child projects, ensuring messaging is consistent and aligned with the program’s goals.
    • Coordinate across teams to maintain a consistent narrative about the program’s progress and outcomes.
  3. Management of Knowledge Management System:
    • Maintain and support the document repository for the program, ensuring easy access to information and materials.
    • Regularly update the repository with news, project outputs, and key documents.
    • Manage and oversee a shared calendar for upcoming events, deadlines, and activities related to the program.
  4. Liaison with Partners and Stakeholders:
    • Coordinate with Common Oceans Program partners to gather necessary content for KMC activities.
    • Establish and maintain communication with KMC service providers for the preparation and dissemination of KMC materials.
  5. Collaborate with Communications Team:
    • Work closely with the Common Oceans Senior Communications Consultant and OCC Communications Coordinator to ensure consistent, high-quality messaging across the program.
    • Ensure that all communications align with corporate policies and quality standards.
  6. Event & Meeting Organization:
    • Assist in the organization, execution, and follow-up of meetings and events related to KMC efforts.
    • Participate in KMC working group meetings, providing input as necessary, and ensuring KMC goals are reflected in program activities.
  7. Content Management for Websites:
    • Collaborate with the webmaster and OCCI/CSI focal points to manage content on the program’s dedicated websites, ensuring they remain current and informative.
    • Regularly update the website with relevant news, resources, and project developments.
  8. Reporting & Performance Analysis:
    • Document KMC efforts for internal and external reporting.
    • Provide regular reporting input, including performance analysis and progress updates.
  9. Adherence to Corporate Publishing Standards:
    • In collaboration with the NFI Publication Assistant, ensure all publications and documents are processed according to the FAO’s Publication Workflow System (PWS).
    • Ensure that all publications meet FAO’s corporate publishing standards.
    • Constantly liaise with the Publishing Group at FAO for updates and to ensure proper processing.
  10. General Support and Other Duties:
  • Assist in a wide variety of other tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the Common Oceans Program.
  • Perform duties in accordance with the evolving needs of the program.

Skills and Qualifications Likely Required:

  • Communication and Coordination Skills: Strong ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent messaging.
  • Knowledge Management Expertise: Familiarity with document management systems and the ability to manage a knowledge repository effectively.
  • Event Management: Experience in organizing events and meetings, as well as following up on action items and ensuring that key tasks are completed.
  • Website and Content Management: Basic understanding of content management systems (CMS) for maintaining websites and online resources.
  • Publication Handling: Knowledge of corporate publishing standards, particularly in relation to FAO or similar international organizations.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Ability to track activities, analyze data, and prepare reports for internal and external purposes.

The ITU160 Gender Champions initiative is a fantastic opportunity for young women passionate about digital development and transformation to gain exposure to global events and contribute to shaping the digital future. Through this initiative, the Government of Canada and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) are selecting nine young women aged 18–25 to participate in key events, such as:

  • WSIS+20 High-Level Event
  • AI for Good Global Summit
  • ITU’s 160th Anniversary Celebrations

The initiative will cover travel and accommodations for the selected participants, who will travel to Geneva for these major global events, scheduled for 7–11 July 2025. The selected participants will have the chance to network with international experts, showcase their work in digital transformation, and contribute to discussions on the future of technology and development.

This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to advance gender equality and empower young women in the digital sector globally. It’s an exciting opportunity for young women working in digital development to amplify their impact and broaden their professional horizons.

Key Responsibilities and Opportunities:

  1. Engage with Key Stakeholders:
  2. Amplify Your Work in Digital Development and Transformation:
  3. Co-Design and Facilitate a Workshop on Promoting Gender Equality in Digital Transformation:

Application Deadline: April 6, 2025

Upcoming Courses

The 2025/26 course year comprises two short courses, SC92 and SC93, as well as the 49th six-month long course, EM49. Further information on the courses and application periods can be found below. In addition to the course descriptions, please also note our hints on application, explanations regarding the application portal and answers to frequently asked questions

► If you have an important question that is not addressed on our website or in the help texts within the application form, please contact us at unep@mailbox.tu-dresden.de. Before reaching out, we ask you to check the resources provided thoroughly.

92nd UNEP/UNESCO/BMUV International Short Course — Sustainable Mobility: Transforming Urban Spaces (SC92)
Duration: August 17, 2025 – September 21, 20251 (on-site in Dresden)
Application period: February 11, 2025 – March 18, 2025

93rd UNEP/UNESCO/BMUV International Short Course — Navigating Water Challenges: Climate Change and Resource Management (SC93)
Duration: October 05, 2025 – November 09, 20252 (on-site in Dresden)
Application period: February 25, 2025 – April 01, 2025

49th UNEP/UNESCO/BMUV International Postgraduate Course on Environmental Management for Developing Countries (EM49)
Duration: January 08, 2026 – July 24, 20263 (on-site in Dresden)
Application period: March 18, 2025 – April 23, 2025

► Download the description of the upcoming courses here: UNEP-UNESCO_BMUV-Postgraduate-Courses_2025-26.pdf
 

Alumni seminar: Nature-Based Solutions: Enhancing the Water-Food-Biodiversity Nexus
Duration: November 26, 2025 – December 10, 2025 (on-site in Dresden)
Application period: March 11, 2025 – April 14, 2025

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The COLOCAL project welcomes you to apply to its 2025 scholarship program for the Climate Change & Development MSc. at the Department of Environmental Science and Management, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB). 

What you need to know:

  • The scholarship will cover full tuition fees for the one-year master’s program and research expenses
  • Research focus must be locally-led adaptation in coastal Bangladesh
  • Selected candidates must be willing to take part in national and local workshops as resource persons after thesis completion

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Recent graduate with a 4-year undergraduate degree from any university
  • Early career professionals working in the environment or the development sector (NGOs, government organizations, international organizations, research firms, etc.)
  • Scholarship is for Bangladeshi nationals only
  • Undergraduate CGPA has to be 2.5 or above

APPLY HERE

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BACKGROUND
Muslim communities in many developing countries that are not members
of IsDB generally lag behind in education, especially in technical education
and professional specialization. This is an obstacle that must be overcome
if the communities are to improve their socioeconomic conditions, preserve
their cultural and religious identities and make meaningful contributions to
the development of their countries.
To respond to their development needs, IsDB established the Scholarship
Program for Muslim Communities (SPMC) which was launched in 1983 with
53 students from India, Sri Lanka and Kenya.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The program is intended to be for academically meritorious but financially needy Muslim students with a strong desire to engage in social services and community development. They must also be able to
meet the following eligibility criteria:
In need of financial assistance without which study may have to stop
Maximum age of 24 years.
Not an IsDB staff member or Executive Director, his/her alternate, and/or staff of any type of appointment (including temporary and consultant) of the IsDB Group nor a close relative by blood or adoption, with the term “close relative” defined as mother, father, sister, half-sister, brother, half-brother, son,
daughter, aunt, uncle, niece, or nephew.
Completed senior secondary education (or the equivalent of approximately 12 years of education) with good grades in major science subjects.
Provided evidence of language proficiency in the university medium of instruction as relevant. The language proficiency must be supported by a document or certificate, e.g., for English, by a recognized language certificate such as TOEFL or IELTS or by having passed the required level test conducted such as by the British Council or equivalent system in French or other languages.
Provided certified English or French translation of all documents in case they are initially in other languages.
Be medically fit and willing to undergo medical examination after selection.
Having secured admission in one of the disciplines covered under the program at a recognized college or university in their own country is desirable.
Not living in a country other than his/her home country.
Not a beneficiary.
NOTES:
The IsDB scholarship may only supplement, and shall not duplicate, any other source of financial support the applicant might have. If the applicant is awarded a scholarship, he/she must inform IsDB at that time if he/she has other sources of scholarship funding.
Sending the application or getting admission by the academic institution does not mean that the applicant has been accepted for a scholarship. Accordingly, the applicant should not take any action concerning his/ her current employment or otherwise until notified by IsDB of having been awarded a
scholarship.
Scholarship Programs
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About

The goal of the ICANN Fellowship Program is to strengthen the diversity of the multistakeholder model by fostering opportunities for individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities to become active participants in the ICANN community.

Fellows are exposed to the workings of the ICANN community, are assigned a mentor, and receive training across different areas of knowledge and skill building before, during, and after an ICANN Public Meeting. Travel assistance to attend the meeting is also provided.

Fellowship participants come from a variety of backgrounds. Check out program participants and statistics for more information.

Eligibility

Candidates from all regions and sectors are welcome to apply to the ICANN Fellowship Program.

Participants of the Fellowship Program must:

  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Be interested in, or already engaged in, the various components of ICANN’s work in policy building, the operation of the Domain Name System and the security and stability of the global Internet
  • Complete mandatory ICANN Learn course(s); learn more here
  • NOT be involved in or associated with other ICANN supported travel programs at time of selection
  • Policy Forum applicants must have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship
  • Have previously received no more than two fellowships; second and third time fellows must prove their involvement and engagement in one of the ICANN communities (learn more here)

Returning fellows will be considered for the Tarek Kamel Fellowship Recognition. The award recognizes outstanding contributions of fellows in furthering ICANN’s capacity development efforts in their respective regions. Learn more here.

A selected Fellow, who lives or works in African region with technical background will be considered for Paul Muchene Fellow Award. The Paul Muchene Fellow Award is a tribute to Paul Muchene, an ICANN Fellowship Program participant and ICANN organization staff member who passed away in August 2022. To learn more here.

For more information, please see the program’s Terms & Conditions and Selection Criteria.

Requirements

Fellowship recipients are expected to:

  • Engage in Fellowship Program Mentoring processes
  • Complete additional required ICANN Learn courses
  • Attend the ICANN Public Meeting and required activities, including but not limited to ICANN Fellowship sessions during the ICANN Meeting
  • Network and interact with program alumni and community members
  • Complete the post-meeting survey

Participants are encouraged to actively contribute to ICANN policy development processes and Fellowship alumni network upon completion of the Fellowship Program.

Apply

The Fellowship application round for ICANN84 Annual General Meeting is now open. The deadline to submit applications is March 25, 2025 at 23:59 UTC Time.

Please note, that you need an ICANN Account in order to apply for the Fellowship Program.

If ICANN meeting is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually.

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Are you ready to begin an exciting academic journey? We are thrilled to announce a wide range of fully funded PhD opportunities at Europe’s most prestigious universities. These positions span a variety of cutting-edge disciplines, offering you the chance to make a meaningful impact in your field of interest.

Available Disciplines Include:
Computer Science💻, Environmental Science🌍, Medical Science🩺, Biological Science🧬, Physics ⚛️, Chemistry🧪, Engineering ⚙️, Agricultural Science🌾, and Economics 💹.

Why Apply?

  • Fully Funded: Focus on your research without financial worries.
  • Global Impact: Contribute to groundbreaking research that shapes the future of science and technology.
  • Open to All Nationalities: International candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
  • Prestigious Institutions: Work at top-ranked universities across Europe.

🇦🇹 Graz University (Austria)
🇧🇪 Belgian Nuclear Research Centre (Belgium)
🇧🇪 Ghent University (Belgium)
🇫🇷 Sorbonne Universite (France)
🇱🇺 University of Luxembourg (Luxembourg)
🇱🇹 Kaunas University (Lithuania)
🇳🇱 University of Groningen (Netherlands)
🇳🇱 University of Amsterdam (Netherlands)
🇳🇱 Maastricht University (Netherlands)
🇳🇱 Delft University (Netherlands)
🇳🇱 Wageningen University (Netherlands)
🇳🇴 Norwegian University (Norway)
🇸🇪 Lantbruks University (Sweden)
🇸🇪 Luleå University (Sweden)
🇸🇪 Uppsala University (Sweden)
🇨🇭 University of Basel (Switzerland)
 

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The Africa Fellows in Education Program(AFEP) aims to address the local capacity gap arising from the inability of individuals, institutions and governments to effectively use student outcome data to improve education policy in schools. AFEP addresses the challenge by supporting a local network of fellows with enhanced skills in evaluating existing educational research, developing and using performance data to make better decisions, and introducing rigorous evidence into the decision-making process

Local expert researchers will also form a constituency for expanding and improving assessment structures in their countries.AFEP therefore seeks to groom a group of Africa-based leaders capable of developing evidence and shaping educational policies relevant to their countries.

Structure of AFEP

The program is organized around a combination of in-country activities and network/training opportunities regionally and abroad.Under the two out-of-country segments, it is expected that the successful fellows will have the opportunity to attend two of the most prominent international conferences on the economics of education – the CESifo Economics of Education conference and the Association for Education Finance and Policy (AEFP) conference.

In addition to these conferences, the fellows will participate in a series of short courses designed to be most suitable to their needs, covering topics such as evaluation methods, communications, incentive structures, and other related areas while also allowing fellows to foster international connections. They will also be series of lectures of testing and performance measurement. The first two weeks are slated for September and November 2025,with the other two happening in March 2026.

Funding Information

The funding includes a $35k research grant. The program will also directly cover up to the $25k in expenses for mentorship, study visits, conference travel and in-country workshops to share research findings and training.

Eligibility

  1. Be a national of a Sub-Saharan African country;
  2. Have an MA or PhD degree, preferably in Economics, education policy, social/public policy, development studies or international development, with a strong focus on education. While a PhD is not mandatory, GEAI and PEP encourage fresh PhD graduates who can benefit from mentorship and additional training to become solid researchers;
  3. Be proficient in quantitative data analysis, with a strong knowledge of data analysis software such as R and Stata;
  4. Not be older than 35 years old;
  5. Demonstrate interest in education policy research and analysis;
  6. Work for the government or have an affiliation at either a research or higher education institution in a Sub-Saharan African country and intend to do so for the foreseeable future;
  7. Qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Process

  1. A two-page statement of interest;
  2. A two-page essay. The essay must be prepared in English. In this essay, the applicant must
    a. either think and write about a specific education problem in their home country and how it could be scientifically evaluated using quantitative methods.
    b. or write an essay responding to any of the questions under the five thematic areas of our partner institution, Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) Africa (see attached thematic areas). Similarly, candidates must explain how such questions could be scientifically evaluated using quantitative or mixed (quantitative and qualitative) methods.
  3. A detailed and updated CV with at least two (2) referees the selection committee can contact.

Click here to register and apply.

Deadline for submitting application

Applications should be submitted before April 30th,2025 at 23:59 GMT

Agricultural cornfield

The Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens (BKMC) is proud to host the 4th edition of the Youth AgriChampions – a Peer2Peer workshop series on climate adaptation in agriculture. The initiative brings together youth grassroot voices from the world of smallholder farming and agricultural entrepreneurship in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda and Zambia, to share their on-the-ground experience with adapting their practices to climate change. During the workshops, the BKMC Youth AgriChampions will develop a youth demand paper to be elevated by BKMC Co-chair and 8th Secretary-General of the UN, Ban Ki-moon, in his advocacy work.  This year’s thematic focus will be on locally-led adaptation for smallholder farming.

In the past years, selected Youth AgriChampions joined the BKMC delegation on the ground at the African Food System Forum in Rwanda and COP29 in Azerbaijan to launch the Youth AgriChampions Demand Paper and represent farmers’ voices around the world.

Upon successful completion of the workshop series, participants are awarded certificates signed by Ban Ki-moon himself and become part of our ever-growing BKMC Youth AgriChampions Alumni Network.

The applications for the 2025 cohort are open from 11th until 24th March 2025. Apply by 24 March 2025 at 23:59 CET.

Application criteria:

  • Smallholder farmers, agricultural entrepreneurs, and youth employed in the agricultural sector who want to share experiences, advocate for smallholder farmers, and work on developing a youth-demand paper for world leaders
  • Age 18-35 years
  • Citizens/nationals of the following countries: Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Zambia
  • Working/worked on a climate adaptation project or have expertise in the topic
  • Keen interest in agriculture, climate change, and food systems

Apply here

This workshop series allows innovative young minds from the grassroots world of smallholder agriculture to interact and express their wishes for solutions and support on the challenges they face with agricultural adaptation to climate change in their respective countries. Over the course of three workshops, the Youth AgriChampions will discuss and develop a set of demands which will be collated in a paper and presented to the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and Co-chair of the Ban Ki-moon Centre, Ban Ki-moon, who will use it in his advocacy work.

During the first two workshops, input will be given by experts in agricultural adaptation to inspire the Youth AgriChampions for the development of their demands. These demands will also be used to advocate on behalf of smallholder farmers and smallholder agriculture stakeholders at COP30 to help support agricultural adaptation efforts.

Upon successful completion of the workshop series, participants are invited to attend the online closing ceremony during which they will be awarded certificates signed by Ban Ki-moon himself. Furthermore, five best practice examples of the Youth AgriChampions’ current work on adapting to climate change will also be showcased on the Ban Ki-moon Centre’s platforms.

The workshop series is hosted and created by the Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens, under the framework of the Elevating Agricultural Adaptation program. Find the workshop series dates below. 100% participation in the workshops is required.

  • Workshop 1: 14th May, 16:30 – 18:30 CEST
  • Workshop 2: 21st May, 16:30 – 18:30 CEST
  • Workshop 3: 28th May, 16:30 – 18:30 CEST
  • Closing Ceremony: 10th July, 16:30 – 18:30 CEST

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Job Title:  Internship Program

Posting Start Date:  3/7/25

Job Description: 

Organization Information


The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among 
the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a New Partnership Worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 

In seeking to attain this objective, the African Union intends to build its capacity to deliver, among others, the implementation of its organizational structure. 

In this pursuit, the African Union Commission invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for its Internship Program.

AU Values  

            • Respect for Diversity and Team Work             • Think Africa Above all                     

            • Transparency and Accountability                    • Integrity and Impartiality                       

            • Efficiency and Professionalism                       • Information and Knowledge Sharing

Purpose of the Internship

The African Union Internship Program provides an opportunity for interns to complement their educational experience and to develop their professional skills and experience through The AU internship program is a full-time engagement through which qualified individuals from diverse academic backgrounds are given the opportunity to gain professional exposure within the AU. As an organization which promotes respect for diversity and team work, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Applicants should have a keen interest in the work of the AU and demonstrate the ability to interact with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and beliefs.


The program aims to expose participants to the workings of the AU at an early stage of their professional career and strengthen their personal and professional skills. It provides an avenue for participants to gain hands-on experience in various applicable fields, while learning in an intercultural environment.  The AU will further gain support from participants who possess adequate knowledge and skills in relevant areas and serve as a potential grooming ground for future African Leaders.

Focus Area

In general, interns assist in providing administrative and technical support for effective implementation of African Union programmes, projects and activities in its below Department/Directorates: 

–    Cabinet of the Chairperson
–    Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson
–    Office of the Director General
–    Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE)
–    Economic Development, Trade, Industry, Mining (ETIM)
–    Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI)
–    Infrastructure and Energy (IE)
–    Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
–    Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHS)
–    Human Resources Management (HRM)
–    Operations Support Services
–    Management Information Systems Division
–    Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
–    Conference Management and Publications (CMP)
–    Office for Safety and Security Services
–    Citizens and Diaspora (CIDO)
–    Medical and Health Services
–    Financial Control Unit
–    Office of Strategic Planning and Delivery
–    Office of Internal Oversight (OIO)
–    Quality Assurance and Control
–    Ethics, Integrity and Standards
–    Office of the Secretary to the Commission
–    Office of the Legal Counsel (OLC)
–    Office of Protocol
–    Partnership and Resource Mobilization
–    Women, Gender and Youth (WGY)
–    Information and Communication
–    Peace Fund Secretariat
–    New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)

Eligibility Requirements

•    Actively enrolled in at least the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program OR
•    Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree or an advanced/ post graduate (Masters) qualification in a related academic field; 
•    Be nationals of a Member State of the African Union.
•    Be full time students currently enrolled in the final year of their Bachelors or graduate school program.
•    Be fluent in at least one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French or Portuguese).
•    Be no more than thirty-two (32) years of age at the time of selection.
•    Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity.
•    Have not been convicted of any serious criminal offence excluding minor traffic offences.  
•    Prior work experience is not required for the internship positions.
 

Terms and Conditions

•    The AU will have no financial obligation towards interns – travel arrangements and cost of accommodation and living expenses will be the responsibility of the interns. 
•    AU will use reasonable efforts to assist the interns in obtaining their entry and residence visas.
•    Interns will not be entitled to any compensation for travel. 
•    The internship will be authorized only once for three (3) month renewable one time for any candidate
•    Interns are not entitled to medical travel or medical evacuation to and from the internship location at the expenses of the Commission. Interns shall therefore have an individual insurance coverage throughout the duration of the internship.
 

Required Skills

•    Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
•    Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications, 
•    Good interpersonal skills
•    Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
•    Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage
 

Core Competencies

•    Ability to communicate clearly
•    Ability to write clearly and concisely
•    Be committed to work
•    Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
•    Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity
 

Applications

Application for admission to the AU Internship Program are submitted online. 
If you are a first-time user of our online registration system, you will need to register before you can log in. You are advised to provide as much relevant information as possible. 
Applicants must submit the following supporting documents with their online application:
•    A motivation letter indicating what they expect to gain out of the internship program
•    A copy of valid passport or national identity card
•    Certified copies of relevant academic certificates
•    Current curriculum vitae (CV)
•    Recommendation letter for internship from the institution of learning that they are attending
•    Upon successful submission of their application, applicants will receive an email confirmation that their application has been successfully received.

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