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OHCHR Internship in the Human Rights Field (Temporary Position Available)

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Exudes pride in one's work and accomplishments; exhibits expert knowledge of a field; is diligent and effective in upholding commitments, adhering to deadlines, and producing outcomes; is driven by professional issues instead of emotional ones; demonstrates perseverance when dealing with challenging issues or tasks; maintains composure amid trying circumstances. COMMUNICATION: Uses language, tone, style, and...

Grant applications are now open to all photographers worldwide

These grants are open to photographers from all over the world. For its Revolutionary Storyteller Grant, the nonprofit Photographers Without Borders (PWB) is currently accepting applications. Five photography projects with a strong call to action for protecting land and/or water will be chosen for the program. A grant of $5,000 USD will be given to chosen initiatives. Photographers having...

Up to 10 journalists may get full scholarships from DW Akademie.

Young journalists, media executives, and other pros in the communication field are eligible to apply. For its September-starting International Media Studies program (IMS) in Bonn, Germany, DW Akademie is currently taking applications. A master of arts degree will be given to students who successfully complete the four-semester course of study. The curriculum includes the fields of media and...

Scholarships from the 2023–24 LSHTM Fund are accessible in the UK

Donors to the LSHTM Fund have made it possible for these scholarships to exist. The LSHTM Fund, which is supported by hundreds of alumni and supporters, awards scholarships to the next generation of leaders in global health. The two scholarships offered this year are designed to help outstanding individuals who otherwise would not be able...

Finance and budget officer, p4 needed in Nairobi

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme A master's degree or its equivalent in business administration, finance, or a closely related discipline is necessary. The advanced university degree may be substituted with a first-level university degree and two (2) more years of relevant experience. It would be ideal to successfully complete both degree granting and non-degree data analytics, business analytics,...

In Nairobi, the United Nations Environment Programme is looking for a Programme Management Assistant, G6.

Understanding of and aptitude for implementing the financial policies, guidelines, and practices of the UN Environment Programme. Understanding of the complete spectrum of financial and budgetary functions, including database management, claims processing, and program formulation, as well as the ability to extract, evaluate, analyze, and prepare data. Ability to recognize and fix operational issues and data anomalies....

A temporary position is available at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights for a human rights intern.

The intern will assist OHCHR in achieving its goals, which include working to defend all human rights for all people, assisting in the empowerment of individuals to realize their rights, and assisting those in charge of ensuring the implementation of those rights.   The activities carried out within the designated work unit, as well as the individual's...

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) provides direct funding to NGOs

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) provides direct funding each year to hundreds of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) working across the globe to strengthen democratic institutions and advance democratic goals. NED awards more than 2,000 grants annually to non-governmental organizations operating overseas that promote democracy in more than 100 nations. NED is interested in hearing proposals for impartial...

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS OPEN: Award for human rights defenders in danger given by Front Line Defenders in 2023

The 2023 Front Line Defenders award for human rights defenders at risk nomination process is now open. The Front Line Defenders Award was created in 2005 to recognize the efforts of HRDs who courageously contribute greatly to the advancement and defense of the human rights of others while taking significant personal risks. The Award gives the...

Health for All Film Festival open

This film festival welcomes participation from independent filmmakers, production businesses, NGOs, communities, students, and film schools. The fourth Health for All Film Festival, which emphasizes problems related to global health, is being organized by the World Health Organization (WHO). The competition has three categories: greater health and wellbeing, health emergencies, and universal health coverage (UHC). Submissions must be...