2011 Call for Proposals- Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation |2011 grants- health in developing countries

Round 7 of Grand Challenges Exploration (GCE)
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation-2011 call for proposals
Deadline- 19 May 2011
Grants Amount- $100, 000 with an opportunity to receive a further $ 1 million

2 page proposals on innovative ideas that can transform health services in developing countries.

Background
Grand Challenges Explorations (GCE) supports hundreds of early-stage research projects – including many ideas that have never before been tested -- and scientists from a wide range of disciplines and regions. The Explorations initiative funds innovative ideas that could lead to new vaccines, diagnostics, drugs, and other technologies targeting diseases that claim millions of lives every year.
GCE is an extension of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s commitment to the Grand Challenges in Global Health, which was launched in 2003 to accelerate the discovery of new technologies to improve global health. To date, the foundation has committed over $500 million to support hundreds of projects on topics such as making childhood vaccines easier to use in poor countries, and creating new ways to control insects that spread disease.
Eligibility:
Grand Challenges Explorations is open to both foreign and domestic (USA)  non-profit organizations, for-profit companies, international organizations, government agencies and academic institutions. Grants will not be provided to individuals.

2011 PROGRAMME OFFICERS POSITIONS AT HIVOS |2011 NGO JOBS IN EAST AFRICA

The Regional Office for East Africa of the Dutch Humanist Institute for Cooperation with Developing Countries (Hivos) promotes economic and social empowerment of poor and marginalized people in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya.
                      
The Regional Office for East Africa of the Dutch Humanist Institute for Cooperation with Developing Countries (Hivos) promotes economic and social empowerment of poor and marginalized people in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya.
 2011 JOBS AT HIVOS

The Regional Office for East Africa of the Dutch Humanist Institute for Cooperation with Developing Countries (Hivos) promotes economic and social empowerment of poor and marginalized people in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya. We are looking for 2 Programme Officers Rights and Citizenship (full time).

Hivos promotes economic and social empowerment of poor and marginalized people in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya. Our Regional Office for East Africa is looking for a fulltime Programme Officer Green Entrepreneurship.

2011 Call For Proposals- Democratic governance ( Kenyan CSOs) Amkeni Wakenya

Supporting Kenyan civil society to participate effectively in democratic governance and reforms


Call for Proposals

Deadine Thursday April 14 2011

THEME: From Haki Yetu to Jukumu Langu!

UNDP Kenya and a number of Development Partners- European Union Delegation in Kenya, Embassy of Norway, Embassy of Sweden and the Embassy of The Netherlands- have established a Civil Society Democratic Governance Facility known as Amkeni Wakenya. This Facility aims to support the country in its efforts to uphold democratic governance, human rights and the rule of law through enhanced empowerment of the people and strengthening of relevant governance institutions

Under its Strategic Plan for 2011- 2015, Amkeni Wakenya intends to support citizen awareness and engagement in the development and implementation of laws and policies in three (3) strategic areas: Access to Justice, Local governance/Devolution, and Human Rights.

The call for proposals is open to local Civil Society Organizations duly registered in Kenya.

 Thematic  Areas  of Funding

a.    Access to justice especially for the  poor  and marginalized
b.    People Centered Devolved Government
c.    Realization of  Human Rights including Economic, Social , Cultural Rights 
d.    Long-term institutional reforms under Agenda 4 of the National Accord and Reconciliation Act

The Facility invites Applications from qualified local Civil Society Organizations, which have been in existence for more than two (2) years from all over the Country. Organizations from rural and remote areas of the Country are encouraged to apply

Organisations should submit both a Concept Note and Full Applications.

For more details please visit this website  UNDP website




2011 Opportunities at Forum Syd- Baseline Survey Consultant

Purpose of ToR-  Consultancy to conduct a baseline study for the Tushirikishe Jamii Project (a social accountability project)

Deadline for submission- 21 March 2011


Objectives of the Baseline Survey
         To provide information for planning the project, including information about nature of governance of constituency development initiatives in Kenya; and specifically looking at the 6 focus constituencies. ( looking at both the demand and supply side)
        To provide information on the status of community participation especially the target group in the constituency development initiatives in the target constituencies.
        To provide benchmark information for measuring project achievements and impact (at the project objectives, intermediate results levels)
        To provide information on the number of civil society/youth groups actively engaged in issues of citizen participation in good governance in the target
        To identify benchmarks and indicators which can be used as a point of reference for monitoring and evaluation of the Tushirikishe Jamii project
        To  review current  monitoring and evaluation tools identify gaps and clear indicators for the Tushirikishe Jamii project
  • To review the LFA with inclusion of baseline and targets

2011 Call for proposals for CSOs/NGOs - Finnish Embassy Fund for Local Co-operation in Zambia

 Deadline- Wednesday 16th March 2011, 16.00 hrs
Call for proposals - Finnish Embassy Fund for Local Co-operation in Zambia
The Embassy of Finland in Lusaka hereby invites Zambian organisations, institutions and companies to submit project proposals to the Fund for Local Cooperation. Projects shall contribute to any of the Fund’s objectives, namely:
Good governance
1.    Promote transparency and accountability in development policies and programmes through anti-corruption efforts and projects enhancing public participation
2.    Contribute to improved access to justice and safeguarding of human rights, especially of women and persons with disabilities
 Private sector development
1.    Improve the capacity of small scale producers/MSMEs/SMEs to access markets and trade possibilities, especially with Finnish counterparts
Culture
1.    Promote creative industries and preservation of valuable components of the cultural and historical heritage

2011-2012 Fellowship Opportunities for citizens of African countries- Peace & Security

Peace and Security Fellowship for African Women - 2011/2012
Deadline- Thursday 31 March, 2011


 
This is a call for applications for the Peace and Security Fellowship for African Women for 2011/2012. Starting from October 2011, the Peace and Security Fellowships for African Women will be delivered by the African Leadership Centre, Conflict Security and Development Group (CSDG), King’s College London and the Institute for Development Studies (IDS), University of Nairobi.
 The Fellowships bring together African women in the early stages of their careers to undertake a carefully designed training programme in conflict, security and development.

 
This training is followed by an attachment to an African Regional Organisation or a Centre of Excellence to acquire practical experience in the field of peace and security. It is intended that this project will train African women to develop a better understanding of African peace and security issues, in order to increase their participation in conflict management processes and other areas of security concerns for Africans.
The Peace and Security Fellowship Programme for African Women is designed to expose young professional African women to the complexities of conflict, security and development.
Purpose

The exposure is to equip them for careers in this field by developing their expertise to generate African-led ideas and processes of change for Peace and Security Fellowship for African Women addressing challenges on the African continent.

 
The Fellowships especially aim to ground this expertise on peace and security in the pursuit of excellence and integrity.

 
The Fellowship is conceived against a number of background factors:

 
This Fellowship is aimed at challenging the existing tendency that seems to reinforce the male dominant discourse on conflict and security related matters. The Fellowship is designed to develop the network of African women scholars working in the field whilst linking them with the peace and security mechanisms of relevant institutions.

 
Eligibility  
  • Candidates must be female citizens from African countries.
  • Successful candidates must hold valid travel documents prior to acceptance. Successful candidates must hold valid travel documents prior to acceptance.
  •  Candidates must have knowledge of, or experience of women’s rights, gender and development issues. Candidates must have knowledge of, or experience of women’s rights, gender and development issues. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to contribute to work on peace and security in Africa Candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to contribute to work on peace and security in Africa
  • Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the core values of the programme and the ALC : Independent thinking; Integrity; Pursuit of Excellence; and a Value for all forms of Diversity Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the core values of the programme and the ALC : Independent thinking; Integrity; Pursuit of Excellence; and a Value for all forms of Diversity 
  • Candidates must have a relevant institutional base and be endorsed by an organisation with which they have been involved for at least two years. Exceptional candidates without such organisational ties will be given special consideration Candidates must have a relevant institutional base and be endorsed by an organisation with which they have been involved for at least two years. Exceptional candidates without such organisational ties will be given special consideration
  • Candidates must have a demonstrable plan for how to utilise knowledge gained in the Fellowship upon return to their countries and organisations Candidates must have a demonstrable plan for how to utilise knowledge gained in the Fellowship upon return to their countries and organisations
  • Candidates must hold a Master’s or Bachelors degree with an equivalent level of professional experience. Candidates must hold a Master’s or Bachelors degree with an equivalent level of professional experience. 
  • Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English
Programme Delivery
 

 This is a one-year Fellowship, divided into two 6-month phases.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to contribute to work on peace and security in AfricaCandidates must have knowledge of, or experience of women’s rights, gender and development issues.

 The first phase will be delivered at the ALC, Nairobi and King’s College London.
Particular aspects of the programme will be delivered at King’s College London in London.
These include orientation, institutional visits and simulation seminars. The core of the training will be delivered at the ALC in Nairobi and will be led by CSDG, IDS and ALC Senior Fellows and designated mentors for the programme.
For further details visit this website  Peace and Security fellowship for African women 2011-2012

2011 NGO job vacancies| Gender & Conflict Coordinator IRC

Gender & Conflict Coordinator
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Deadline: 04 March 2011
Job type: Permanent    
Location: Kenya

IRC is currently preparing a proposal in response to a USAID-funded request for applications to expand the presence of GBV prevention and response programming throughout Kenya and support the development of peace networks and platforms for women to be effectively involved in decision making and take leadership of their country. The Gender and Conflict Coordinator will advise the Women’s Peace Campaign Project and related staff, including IRC country management, on issues related to gender and conflict ensuring that prevention and mitigation strategies are put in place at all levels of program implementation.

2011 NGO Vacancies| Project Manager- Dadaab, Kenya

Project Manager
Organization: CESVI - Italy
Deadline: 31 March 2011
Job type: Temporary     (9 months)
Location:  Dadaab, Kenya

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
·        University-advanced degree in Political Sciences, Engineering, or related fields
·        Extensive experience (3-5 years) in emergency projects management and implementation
·        Very good administration and accounting skills (on-the-spot constant supervision and monitoring upon project administration is required)
·        Ability to prepare clear and concise report and project proposals' development - writing skills
·        Office management skills - problem solving
·        Leading and representation skills - liaison/negotiation and lobbying
·        Ability to make effective decisions under time pressure
·        Capacity to work independently, strong strategic and creative thinking
For further details  visit this site

2011 NGO jobs| Program Manager- Catholic Relief Services

Program Manager II –MYAP Coordinator
Organization- Catholic Relief Services/DRC
Deadline: 01 May 2011
Job type: Permanent
Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Catholic Relief Services/DRC is seeking a MYAP Coordinator for a 5-year MYAP that is currently being developed. The starting date of the project will be July 2011. Focus provinces will be North Kivu and Maniema.   The MYAP Coordinator will take the lead in the overall management of the CRS activities under the MYAP, as well participate actively in the overall planning and decision making as a member of the Program Management Unit (PMU).
For further information visit this site
To apply visit-  www.crs.org/about/careers

2011 NGO jobs| Regional Programme Manager- East Africa

Regional Programme Manager- East Africa
Organization- Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD)
Contract: 3-year contract
Salary: £32,469 - £36,024 p.a.
Based: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 20 March 2011
CAFOD  is seeking a strategic leader to oversee the management of our development and humanitarian programmes in East Africa. You will be an empowering people manager, a skilled networker and an excellent communicator. Your main role will be to:
  • Provide vision and enthusiastic leadership to the East Africa programme team in Nairobi;
  • Promote and support the development of programmes with partners and sister agencies;
  • Manage the implementation of strategic and operational plans;
  • Ensure that CAFOD is effectively represented to key international and local players.
You will have the ability to develop vision with colleagues and to think, manage and communicate strategically. You will be fluent in English and confident in playing a representation role in a sensitive environment.

Forum Syd Consultancies 2011- English to French Translator

Purpose: Consultancy to provide professional English to French translation services

Forum Syd would like to hire the service of a competent individual or firm  to translate a finance manual and annexes that are currently in English.

Application deadline- March 07 2011. 

Click here for the full terms of reference Terms of Reference- English to French translation


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10 years experience enhancing donor-funded partner organizations’ capacities in strategic planning, financial, administrative, organizational and programming management. Skilled in donor partner organizational assessments and partner capacity building. A 10 years experience in managing development donor-funded projects in the thematic areas of poverty-reduction, governance and democracy, conflict transformation and integration of Gender, Justice and Peace issues into mainstream programs (HIV/AIDS, Agriculture, Water and Sanitation, Emergency)

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