UN Jobs: IRC – WPE Psychosocial Assistant

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UN Jobs: IRC – WPE Psychosocial Assistant

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Job Description

Fondée en 1933 à la demande d’Albert Einstein, l’International Rescue Committee (IRC) est l’un des plus importants organismes humanitaires au monde. L’IRC vient en aide, prévoit des mesures de réadaptation et apporte un appui en matière de reconstruction au lendemain d’un conflit aux victimes d’oppressions et de conflits violents. Présente dans plus de 40 pays, la mission d’IRC est d’aider les personnes dont les vies et les moyens de subsistance sont ébranlées par les conflits et les catastrophes à survivre, se relever et prendre en main leur avenir.

Face à une crise humanitaire croissante, l’IRC lance des programmes d’urgences dans la région de l’Extrême-Nord du Cameroun. Les programmes prévus comprennent la santé environnementale, la sécurité alimentaire, la protection et autonomisation des femmes et la Protection et Etat de Droits.

Sommaire

Au sein de L’International Rescue Committee (IRC), le programme de Protection et Autonomisation des Femmes (PAF) est engagé dans la lutte contre les violences basées sur le genre. A cet effet, il fournit une assistance aux survivantes de Violences Basées sur le Genre (VBG).

L’assistante, chargée de suivi des activités de prise en charge psychosociale des survivantes de VBG, travaille majoritairement dans le cadre de la réponse d’urgence aux violences sexo-spécifiques dans les zones des déplacées et/ou retournées après le déplacement et a pour fonction de renforcer les compétences des partenaires du programme PAF qui gèrent des activités d’accompagnement psychosocial, y compris le counseling individuel et la gestion des cas. Cela inclut aussi l’assistance aux partenaires, qui n’ont pas développé ces compétences, leur initiation à l’avenir, si approprié, au sein de leurs projets pour maximiser la récupération psychosociale de la plupart des participantes et assurer leur réintégration au sein de leur famille et/ou communauté.

Zone d’intervention

L’assistante sera basée à Amchidé.

Responsabilite

L’Assistante Psychosociale est sous la responsabilité de l’officier de gestion de cas. Elle est chargée de :

Assurer la gestion des cas des survivantes de VBG, conformément aux standards minimums et dans la bonne application des protocoles et outils de gestion de cas ;

Encadrer directement les Cases Worker de l’espace sûr et les volontaires psychosociaux, et aura des interactions fréquentes avec les autres membres de l’équipe du projet, en particulier les autres assistants techniques ;

Former et renforcer selon les principes directeurs et la gestion de cas de VBG les capacités des Cases Workers de l’espace sur, des partenaires dans leur travail de prise en charge psychosociale, suivre les cas, faire le counseling individuel, référence aux centres de santé ainsi qu’aux autres services disponibles ;

Faire la supervision des activités de gestion et le suivi de cas des survivantes à chaque site où nécessaire, surtout pour les cas difficiles ou compliqués, pour assurer que chaque cas est bien pris en charge du rapportage jusqu’à la sortie ;

S’assurer, avec des supervisions régulières et ponctuelles, que l’activité de prise en charge respecte les critères établis par le programme PAF, moyennant la check-list de qualité du programme PAF ;

Collecter les données sur les cas rapportés et assurer la disponibilité des traitements et outils nécessaires pour donner l’appui médical et psychosocial aux survivantes (y compris le kit post-viol, les endroits confidentiels et privés, les fiches des données, etc.) :

S’assurer de la mise en œuvre des activités Girl Shine, dans l’espace sûr et accompagner les case workers, mentors et facilitateurs pour la réalisation de l’approche ;

Assurer le suivi et le renforcement des capacités des organisations communautaires de base ;

Encadre et assurer le suivi du mobilisateur communautaire dans son département

S’assurer de la qualité des données collectées sur le terrain et de leur transmission dans les délais aux superviseurs :

S’assurer de la bonne adhésion de la communauté, y compris des leaders communautaires, de la zone d’intervention, aux interventions du programme PAF.

Qualite Technique

Renforce une adhérence aux principes de base de VBG pendant toutes les activités PAF ;

S’assure que l’engagement avec les femmes, filles et leur communauté correspond aux meilleures pratiques pendant le travail avec les survivantes de VBG

Grants, Planning et Implementation

Prépare et maintient/met à jour les plans de travail afin d’assurer une bonne gestion du programme ;

Renforce l’engagement régulier avec les femmes et les filles pour assurer l’accès aux services de bas ;

Crée et réalise une série d’activités de groupe pour les femmes et les filles qui sont adaptées à leurs âges. ;

Participe à l’évaluation systématique des formations, en particulier des post-tests, et s’assure que les formations et le post-test respectent les critères du programme PAF

Respecte les principes directeurs [respect, confidentialité, non-discrimination, sécurité], et traite les survivantes avec du respect et de la compassion en gardant la confidentialité ;

Assure le respect de la sécurité, sûreté et confidentialité des espaces confidentiels des zones d’intervention.

Participe à l’évaluation et la définition des besoins du programme PAF et à la remontée de l’information.

Suivi

Préparer et soumettre les plans trimestriels, mensuels, hebdomadaires pour le travail dans un délai convenable, et incorporer les commentaires du superviseur comme demandé ;

Produire les rapports mensuels et les transmettre au gestionnaire du programme et/ou a la coordinatrice ;

S’assurer que tous les documents financiers seront complétés et soumis avec précision, comme demandé par les politiques de l’IRC.

General

S’engage à respecter l’IRC Way (Déontologie IRC).

S’engage à s’assurer de la mise en œuvre optimale de ces Politiques dans son cadre de travail.

Est disponible pour effectuer toute autre tâche ponctuelle jugée utile par son supérieur direct ou par l’IRC.

Produit les rapports des activités programmatiques à la fin du mois.

Participe activement aux réunions hebdomadaires de l’équipe PAF ainsi que dans les formations internes et externes, journées de réflexion d’équipe et autres réunions ou ateliers ;

Collabore étroitement et de manière efficace avec les responsables des autres volets au sein du programme PAF ;

Assister aux diverses réunions à l’intérieur et à l’extérieur de l’IRC comme demandé par le Gestionnaire PAF, ou la Coordinatrice de programme ;

Réaliser d’autres tâches demandées par la hiérarchie du programme PAF

Autre Function

Assurer que toutes les activités seront mises en place en accordance avec les politiques opérationnels de l’IRC.

Autres tâches additionnels affecté par le superviseur.

Qualifications

– Être de nationalité Camerounaise ; – Avoir au moins 2 ans d’expérience professionnelle dans le domaine de l’assistance psychosociale et la gestion des cas, en particulier, dans le domaine de l’appui psychosocial aux survivantes de VBG ; – Avoir de l’expérience dans l’animation de formations, de sessions de renforcement de capacité et de coaching – Avoir de l’expérience dans l’appui technique aux partenaires communautaires (ASBLs, OCBs) ; – Avoir l’expérience de travail au sein d’une ONG internationale ou nationale reconnue pour la valeur de ses dispositifs organisationnels ; – Expérience et/ou intérêt prouvé concernant la réponse et la prévention des violences faites aux femmes et aux filles. – Compétence en communication interpersonnelle ; – Très fortes capacités de travail, en équipe et en autonomie ; – Fortes capacités d’expression écrite et de synthèse ; – Aptitude à prendre des décisions et les assumer ; – Avoir une bonne capacité rédactionnelle en matière de rapports et correspondances administratives ; – Avoir une bonne maitrise de la notion d’appui holistique aux survivantes de violences sexuelles ; – Capacité à participer de manière entièrement neutre et transparente aux activités du programme, en particulier en gardant la confidentialité dans le relais de l’information et le contact avec les survivantes ; – Disponibilité et motivation pour travailler plusieurs jours par semaine sur le terrain ; – Être disposé à effectuer des déplacements dans le département du Mayo sava, y compris les zones les plus reculées – Être originaire de Amchidé est un atout – Parler et écrire couramment le français – La connaissance de l’ensemble des langues locales (de populations hôtes et déplacées) est indispensable.

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Grant Opportunities: ISC Innovator Award – Nominate Now!

Grant Opportunities

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Grant Opportunities: ISC Innovator Award – Nominate Now!

Deadline: 8-Aug-22

The International Sculpture Center (ISC) is accepting nominations for its Innovator Award to recognize the creative innovation of individuals, organizations, or collectives who develop new ideas and work to improve and/or expand the field of contemporary sculpture.

The recipient of this award demonstrates a commitment to their community and effects social change through their work.

Benefits

$1,000 Cash prize
One year Professional (individual) or Associate (organization) level ISC Membership
Recognition on sculpture.org and in Sculpture Magazine
Virtual event to present work/project to the ISC Sculpture Community issue of Sculpture
Residency opportunity (if available)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants may apply as individuals or groups.
Available for both domestic and international entities.
Open to sculptors/groups working in any material or medium.
Any individual or organization may complete the submission for the innovator award. You do not need to be nominated and can complete the submission form for yourself or your organization.

For more information, visit https://sculpture.org/page/innovator-award#application

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Deadline: 31-Jul-22 The UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons has launched its Sub-grant Programme 2 of the sixth Call for Proposals to provide essential humanitarian, legal and financial aid to victims of trafficking in persons through established channels of assistance. Objectives This Call for Proposals takes into consideration the importance of harnessing all available resources towards the implementation of activities aimed at meeting the objectives of this … [Read more…] about UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons launches 6th Call for Proposals

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Deadline: 31-Aug-22 The Fondation Botnar is inviting applicants to submit research proposals as part of the new interdisciplinary research program: ‘Technology and youth participation in governing intermediary cities in LMICs’ (TYPCities). The program will run for three years (2023-2026). TYPCities will generate original research analysing how technology can be used to enable youth participation in the governance of intermediary cities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The … [Read more…] about Fondation Botnar launches TYPCities Research Call

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Deadline: 14-Jul-22 The Health Systems Global (HSG) and the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research (the Alliance) are pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2022 HPSR Societal Awards. The 2022 HPSR Societal Awards is to recognize and celebrate high standards of professional performance and exceptional contributions of individuals or organizations to the field of health policy and systems research and health systems strengthening. The 2022 award ceremony will be … [Read more…] about Call for Nominations: 2022 HPSR Societal Awards

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Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Microsoft is pleased to announce an open call for the Climate Innovation Fund to accelerate technology development and deployment of new climate innovations through equity and debt capital. Areas Microsoft will primarily deploy this capital in two areas: to accelerate ongoing technology development by investing in project and debt finance; and to invest in new innovations through equity and debt capital. In addition to this new fund, they will … [Read more…] about Microsoft announces Climate Innovation Fund

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Deadline: 1-Jan-23 The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation is seeking applications for its Grant program to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. The foundation helps build the capacity of organizations and coalitions with grants that support research or improve the learning and generation of local solutions to complex problems. The foundation supports projects that … [Read more…] about The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation Grant Program

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Deadline: 15-Jul-22 Applications are now open for the 2022 BMJ Global Health Grant to support early career researchers in low-income and lower-middle-income countries (LMICs). Established in 2019, the BMJ Global Health Grant recognises early career researchers from LMICs working in the field of global health and is awarded to the applicant whose abstract describes the most original methodological contribution to the field of global health and whose summary demonstrates the greatest … [Read more…] about BMJ Global Health Grant Program

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Deadline: 24-Jul-22 The Digital Defenders Partnership is currently seeking applications for its Sustainable Protection Fund to help human rights organisations or collectives build their long-term digital security capacities. The Sustainable Protection Fund covers a number of costs which contribute to strengthening an organisation or collective’s capacity to respond to digital threats. These can include, for example: New computers, servers, or hosting for data or websites. Technical … [Read more…] about Sustainable Protection Fund: Open Call for Sub-Saharan Africa

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Deadline: 15-Jul-22 The Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists (YLCES) is offering grants to environmental educators for instruments and supplies to facilitate youth environmental research and data collection and to equip the rising generation with scientific thinking abilities. YLACES works to provide environmental research opportunities for all students. However, barriers such as lack of school resources, unsafe neighborhoods in which to conduct research and physical … [Read more…] about Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists Grants Program

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Deadline: 29-Jul-22 Are you an emerging artist or storyteller on the pulse of entrepreneurship in Africa? Apply for the Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund. The Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund calls for applications from emerging artists, journalists and content creators including bloggers, vloggers, and podcasters whose work offers a more contemporary and authentic narrative of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs in Africa. Named after patron, African business leader and philanthropist, Tony … [Read more…] about The Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund – Apply Now!

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Deadline: 20-Jul-22 The International Center For Journalists (ICFJ) is pleased to announce the 2022 Africa Regional Journalism Workshops that aim to focus on equipping African journalists with relevant resources, tools, and knowledge covering existing and new challenges, such as COVID-19 and disinformation. The program also aims to create lasting professional ties between African and American journalists rooted in a shared understanding and appreciation for the role of responsible … [Read more…] about 2022 Africa Regional Journalism Workshops

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Deadline: 15-Aug-22 The World Trade Organization (WTO) Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Informal Working Group (MSME Group), in partnership with the International Chambre of Commerce (ICC) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), is calling for proposals that help small businesses to transition to more sustainable business practices and contribute to global decarbonization. The aim of the 2022 competition is to find ways of helping small businesses reduce their carbon footprint … [Read more…] about 2022 Small Business Champions Competition

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Deadline: 31-Jul-22 EU Cyber Diplomacy Initiative – EU Cyber Direct has launched the EU:CD Fellowship for Junior and Mid-Level Experts from partner countries that will run from September 2022 to October 2024. The main purpose of the EU:CD Fellowship is to support partner countries and non-governmental stakeholders to engage in international cyber diplomacy debates through addressing development of skills and knowledge at the individual level. The Fellowship will pay particular attention to … [Read more…] about EU:CD Fellowship for Junior and Mid-Level Experts

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Deadline: 22-Aug-22 The Illegal wildlife Trade (IWT) has launched a funding call “Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund” to provide innovative and scalable solutions to reduce pressure on wildlife from illegal trade and, in doing so, reduce poverty in developing countries. The IWT Challenge Fund provides flexible funding to innovative and scalable solutions to drive transformational change. The IWT is a complex, fast changing and varied problem where traditional approaches that focus on … [Read more…] about Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund: Round 9

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Deadline: 20-Jul-22 The International Network for Sustainable Financial Policy Insights, Research and Exchange (INSPIRE) has announced an open call for Research and Policy Project Proposals: Environment-related financial risks and regulatory capital requirements. The objective of this call is to support prudential regulators and supervisors in creating the evidence base and analytical understanding to enable integration of environment- or climate-related financial risks into their … [Read more…] about Open Call for Research and Policy Project Proposals

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Deadline: 1-Aug-22 The Free Press Unlimited is seeking nominations for the Most Resilient Journalist Award for journalist who has demonstrated extraordinary strength of character, courage and perseverance in reporting the news. Nominees of the Most Resilient Journalist have often faced imprisonment, violence and censorship for doing their job. They have shown a strong commitment to press freedom and independent information, and are generally highly-regarded journalists who are willing to … [Read more…] about Free Press Unlimited seeking Nominations for Most Resilient Journalist Award

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Grant Opportunities: 2022 IMF Youth Fellowship Program

Grant Opportunities

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Grant Opportunities: 2022 IMF Youth Fellowship Program

Deadline: 20-Aug-22

The 2022 International Monetary Fund (IMF) Youth Fellowship Program is offering an opportunity for young participants to become part of the global efforts to build forward better and join the IMF at the forefront of the response to the global economic challenges.

Participants will have virtual access to the IMF Annual Meetings and participate in virtual training led by IMF experts and development professionals to boost their knowledge and communications skills and share their views on the current economic environment, focusing on addressing inclusive growth, food insecurity, inflation, and climate change while building a better future for youth.

Benefits

Unique and rewarding opportunity for young professionals to meet scholars, activists, leaders and experts while creating lasting connections with other youth fellows from around the world
Participation in workshops and discussions with senior IMF staff on current global economic issues including inclusive growth, food insecurity, and climate change
Virtual access to the Annual Meetings seminars and events
Becoming part of the IMF Youth Network to connect with previous IMF Youth Fellows and stay informed of future opportunities, events and publications

Eligibility Criteria

Ages between 20-35
Citizen of an IMF Member Country
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
- Social activism and/or engaging with a civil society organization
- Entrepreneurship and/or participating in a start-up
- Content creation and/or contributing to independent platforms
Knowledge and expertise in international studies, basic economics and development issues particularly on inclusive economic growth, food security, inflation, and climate change
Students or graduates in the field of international relations, development, communications, journalism, economics, or related fields.
Basic knowledge of English (for the training program and Annual Meetings coverage)

For more information, visit https://www.imf.org/en/News/Seminars/Campaigns/2022/2022-annual-meetings-fellowship-contest

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Deadline: 15 September 2022 The Alongside Wildlife Foundation has announced the grant program to support the kinds of important wildlife projects that are typically overlooked by most major organizations. This is a seed grant program, meaning they prioritize projects that have not yet started or are within their first year. Projects should focus on terrestrial and shoreline-associated animals (including invertebrates). They do not generally fund marine work. They do not fund projects that … [Read more…] about The Alongside Wildlife Foundation Seed Grants Program

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Deadline: 12-Aug-22 Microsoft is currently accepting proposals for the AI for Accessibility Grants Program to empower your work through grants, investments of technology, and expertise. AI for Accessibility grants support projects that use AI to empower people living with disabilities. They are looking for individuals or teams who are not only passionate about making the world more inclusive, but also firmly rooted in the communities they intend to benefit. They want to invest in ideas … [Read more…] about AI for Accessibility Grants Program – Apply Now!

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Deadline: 8-Aug-22 The International Sculpture Center (ISC) is accepting nominations for its Innovator Award to recognize the creative innovation of individuals, organizations, or collectives who develop new ideas and work to improve and/or expand the field of contemporary sculpture. The recipient of this award demonstrates a commitment to their community and effects social change through their work. Benefits $1,000 Cash prize One year Professional (individual) or Associate … [Read more…] about ISC Innovator Award – Nominate Now!

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Deadline: 8-Aug-22 The Elton John AIDS Foundation is accepting concept notes for Robert Key Memorial Fund (RKMF) to address violence, stigma, and discrimination towards sex workers at-risk or living with HIV. The Fund welcomes proposals that use an intersectional approach to address particularly marginalised communities of sex workers, such as LGBTQ+ sex workers, male sex workers, migrant/refugee sex workers, sex workers who use drugs, and young people involved in sex work. Priorities … [Read more…] about Robert Key Memorial Fund: Addressing Violence, Stigma, and Discrimination Towards Sex Workers

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Deadline: 29-Jul-22 The Call For Proposals for the third annual Quantum Ten Equity in Education International Conference is now open. The purpose of this conference is to expand upon understanding of the Q10 framework, theories, and practices, and move ‘beyond talk’ about equity in education. This conference strives to transform practice by taking an action-oriented approach to intentionally integrate the elements of the Q10 framework. Your presentation should advance learners’/attendees … [Read more…] about Quantum 10 Equity in Education International Conference 2022

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Deadline: 31-Jul-22 Applications are now open for the African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) Fellowship which offers a limited number of fellowships for participation in this three-day celebration of the continent’s investigative reporting. This year the conference will return to a face-to-face event in Johannesburg, Oct 31 – Nov 2 and will offer inspiring talks, engagement, networking and cutting-edge training in a range of skills. The Fellowship will cover flights to … [Read more…] about Call for Applications: AIJC2022 Fellowship

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Deadline: 25-Jul-22 The Singapore International Foundation (SIF) is seeking applications for its Arts for Good (A4G) Fellowship, an annual programme that aims to grow a community of practice that harnesses the power of the arts and culture to create positive social change. The Arts for Good (A4G) Fellowship is organised annually to grow the A4G ecosystem, by fostering a community of practice that harnesses the power of arts and culture to create positive social change. The Fellowship … [Read more…] about Arts for Good Fellowship – Apply Now!

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Deadline: 14-Sep-22 The call for applications for the 2023 United Nations – The Nippon Foundation Fellowship is now open. The objective of the United Nations – The Nippon Foundation Fellowship is to provide funded opportunities for advanced training in the field of ocean affairs and the law of the sea, or related disciplines including marine science in support of management frameworks, to mid-level Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States so that they … [Read more…] about 2023 United Nations – The Nippon Foundation Fellowship

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Deadline: 15-Sep-22 Applications are now open for the World Water Challenge 2022, an international contest for water solutions. As a follow up activity of the 7th World Water Forum in 2015, it has been annually held in conjunction with the Korea International Water Week(KIWW), aiming to identify imminent water problems that world is facing and to find feasible solutions to them. The program is aiming at identification of science, technology and policy based solutions to imminent water … [Read more…] about [Now Open] The 8th Edition of World Water Challenge 2022

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Deadline: 24-Jul-22 The Vital Voices Global partnership is seeking applications for its Global Ambassadors Program (GAP), that is designed for women leaders of purpose-driven businesses, social enterprises and non-profit organizations – providing mentorship, training and a network of support to help grow your organization and your personal development. The program includes one on-one mentoring sessions and strategic workshops focused on building organizational management, financial acumen … [Read more…] about Global Ambassadors Program Now Open

Plan International jobs: Inclusive Quality Education (IQE) Network Coordinator

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Inclusive Quality Education (IQE) Network Coordinator

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Date: 17-Aug-2022

Location: Globally,, Flexible

Company: Plan International

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 75 countries.

The Opportunity

Plan International’s global strategy: All Girls Standing Strong (2022-2027) prioritises prioritises Inclusive Quality Education (IQE) as one of its key thematic Areas of Global Distinctiveness (AoGDs). Within our Inclusive Quality Education Hub we focus on developing programme and influencing models and guidance for country level work, tools and guidance, capacity-strengthening initiatives as well as undertaking advocacy on inclusive quality education for children and youth in all their diversity and generating research and evidence which supports Plan’s gender-transformative approach.

In this role as the IQE Network Coordinator you will support the work of the IQE Hub to effectively coordinate and administer the global Education networks and activities, including supporting the Networks in organising their meeting and other activities as needed.

You will be responsible for knowledge management within the IQE Hub and wider network, which includes documenting best practice, tracking and managing service requests and supporting the Hub with key administrative responsibilities including reporting, data storage/ management and workplan and budget coordination.

You will enable the effective use of online platforms and digital tools for the purpose of learning, sharing, information and membership management of the networks. The role will also provide project management support and leadership on special initiatives and bespoke pieces of work related to the learning and development priorities of the IQE Hub.

About You

Demonstrable experience after having worked in or studied one or more of the following; human rights, child rights, education and/or gender studies
Strong digital skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office package and knowledge of Sharepoint
Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time management skills across multiple time zones are essential qualities and the ability to analyse, collate, structure and condense complex technical content into accessible, practical messages and tools is critical.
Good understanding of major concepts and trends in human rights, education and/or gender equality. Experience working on development / knowledge management at the country or community level in the global south is preferred
Fluent written and spoken English is essential. The ability to effectively communicate in other languages such as French or Spanish would be highly advantageous.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please refer to the role profile here

Location: The location of this role can be flexible where Plan International has an office* that can employ on behalf of the Global Hub and you have the pre-existing right to work and live.

Type of Role: Fixed term contract until end June 2023 with possibility of extension

Salary:  We will be happy to disclose the salary and applicable benefits to applicants as part of this process, however, please kindly note that this will vary according to the location of the appointed candidate and therefore it is not possible to include full details here. As an indication if this role was based in the Global Hub office in the UK the salary would be circa £33000 per annum

Closing Date: 1st September 2022

*Applicable locations include: Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Central African Republic, China, Colombia, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Finland, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Korea, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Spain, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Togo, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

UN Jobs: DRC – Regional Program Quality and Development Coordinator – Senegal

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August 20, 2022

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Senegal

DRC – Regional Program Quality and Development Coordinator

Organization

Danish Refugee Council

Posted

12 May 2022

Closing date

4 Sep 2022

Position title : Regional Program Quality and Development Coordinator

Supervised by : Regional Head of Program

Reporting to : Regional Head of Program

Duty station : Dakar with travels

Area of operation : Region of West Africa

Employment period : 12 months (potentially renewable)

Type of contract : Expatriate contract

Salary & Benefits Band : Non Management F, accompanied position

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.

Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

Background

DRC has been operating in West Africa since 1998. The DRC West Africa Regional Office (hereafter: WARO) is based in Dakar, Senegal, and covers six countries outside of Senegal. Led by the Regional Director, the DRC WARO oversees, supports and provides strategic directions for DRC’s Country Offices within the region, which currently includes Mali, Burkina Faso, the Niger, Nigeria, Cameroon and the Central African Republic.

Purpose

DRC West Africa Regional Office is looking for an experienced Program Development & Quality coordinator to drive high quality program development in support of countries and multi- country strategic initiatives in the WANALAC region. The role is expected to maintain high-quality proposal development across variable country contexts; and will actively seek to support DRC in developing quality and innovative interventions, multi-country funding opportunities and consortium partnerships.

The WA Program development& Quality regional coordinator reports to the Regional Head of Program and works in close collaboration with the Regional SMT, countries SMTs, the Regional Technical Coordinators, Country Technical teams and other members of the regional and country program teams.

Responsibilities

Program Opportunities :

Supports the design and implementation of national and regional resource mobilization strategies intended to strengthen funding and partnerships to deliver the regional strategic development plan and results contract.

Supports the adequate resourcing of programmes within the West Africa region.

Monitors the funding pipeline and leads on new strategic business development and forecasting

Actively identifies, qualifies and tracks funding and partnership opportunities in a systematic manner in pursuit of supporting DRC programming in the West Africa region.

Actively tracks multi-country funding opportunities and looks for new consortium partnerships with stakeholders at regional level for multi-country programming.

Bid development:

Prepares all necessary groundwork for national, multi-country or multi-regional proposal development and bid management ;

Helps assemble bid development teams.

Ensures quality of proposals of country, multi-country or multi-regional strategic bids in strong collaboration with regional and country program teams to ensure high quality competitive proposals in order to successfully secure institutional donor funds at scale

When manageable, he/she may be asked to carry out other duties requested by the Regional Head of Programme or the Regional Director.

Required Qualifications

Mandatory:

University degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Law, Economics, or International Development or other relevant experience. An Advanced degree is preferred.

At least 3 years’ experience and success in leading proposals development for bilateral and multilateral donors for an international agency;

Demonstrable experience working in engaging with bilateral and multilateral donors for an international agency;

Demonstrated ability to devise and implement resource mobilisation strategies;

Proven ability to secure new business opportunities and partnerships;

Strong networking, representation, and negotiation skills;

Superior computer skills;

Required Skills & Qualities

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly

Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment

Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment

Proven analytical and critical thinking skills

Team-oriented & good sense of humor

Excellent writing skills (English)

French writing and speaking desirable

General Regulations

The employee shall follow :

DRC regulations on safety, health, COVID-19 norms and hygiene

The Code of Conduct and all ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework

Rules for the use of the DRC guesthouse, which is a working accommodation

In addition :

Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization

Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period

Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization

Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request

DRC as an employer By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:

Professionalism, impact & expertise
Humanitarian approach & the work we do
Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
Culture, values & strong leadership
Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply!

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Application due: 26/05/2022

Workplace: Dakar with travels

Department/Country: Senegal

Contract type: Expatriate

Homepage: drc.ngo

ABOUT DRC

DRC (Danish Refugee Council), founded in Denmark in 1956, is Denmark’s largest and the world’s leading non-profit, independent, rights-based refugee organization.

Our vision is to assist refugees, internally displaced people and their host communities to a dignified life. We protect lives and human rights and empower beneficiaries throughout conflict displacement by providing shelter, food, and hope in terms of work, education and integration towards a sustainabl

How to apply

Application Process

Are you interested? Then apply for this position online: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process. DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Closing date for applications: 04 September 2022. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.

Grant Opportunities: Global LGBTI Aging Small Grants Program

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Grant Opportunities: Global LGBTI Aging Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Aug-22

Applications are now open for the Global LGBTI Aging Small Grants Program to encourage new empirical research and data collection on LGBTI older adults (ages 50 and above) in the Global South (Latin America, Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa, Asia, and Pacific Islands).

The program also aims to strengthen the capacity of researchers from the Global South to further conduct rigorous, impactful research on issues impacting LGBTI older adults through networking, knowledge exchange, and mentorship, when needed.

Goals

The program promotes two goals:

Generate sound empirical research on issues impacting LGBTI older adults in the Global South (Latin America, Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East/North Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands) that impacts law, policy, and service provision.
Strengthen the capacity of researchers from the Global South to further conduct rigorous, impactful research on issues impacting LGBTI older adults through networking, knowledge exchange, and mentorship (as needed).

Project Topic Areas

The Williams Institute and SAGE are interested in supporting LGBTI asset-based, applied research focused on the following topics:

LGBTI identity development in later life
caregiving, social support, and kinship among LGBTQI older adults
elder healthcare access and quality of services
experiences of discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, class, anti-Blackness, colorism, anti-indigenous bias, and/or immigration status for LGBTI older adults
experiences and impact of violence and elder abuse on LGBTI elders
impacts of the criminalization of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression;
advocacy, community organizing, and social movement participation by and for LGBTI older adults.

Funding Information

They plan to fund projects with a budget up to $4,999.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must reside or work in the following regions: Latin America, Caribbean, SubSaharan Africa, Middle East/North Africa, Asia, or Pacific Islands.
Senior and junior faculty from a variety of disciplines, including social sciences (e.g., economics, sociology, demography, social psychology), public health, empirical legal studies, and public policy, are encouraged to apply.
Advanced graduate students (PhD, JSD) interested in pursuing research focused on LGBTI older adults, as well as experienced researchers unaffiliated with academic institutions or who work with civil society organizations, are also eligible to apply.

For more information, visit https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/programs/small-grants-program/about-our-grants/

UN Jobs: Regional Projects Manager – Senegal

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August 19, 2022

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Senegal

Regional Projects Manager

Organization

Danish Refugee Council

Posted

19 Aug 2022

Closing date

2 Sep 2022

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.

Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

1 – Background

DRC has been providing relief and development services in West Africa since 1998 and in Latin America and the Caribbean since 2011. Using a human rights framework, the DRC WANALAC operation focuses on people who are affected by displacement, including refugees, internally displaced, migrants, and host communities in Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Colombia, Libya, Mali, Mexico, Niger, Nigeria, Tunisia, Venezuela. Led by the Regional Executive Director, the DRC WANALAC oversees, supports, and provides strategic directions for DRC’s Country Offices within the above-mentioned regions. The WANALAC Regional office also supports multi-country projects and non-operational initiatives, focusing on protection analysis and displacement trends, civil society engagement, as well as advocacy and policy initiatives related to displacement. DRC portfolio in the WANALAC region covers all DRC core sectors (Protection, Economic Recovery, Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding, Shelter and CCCM) through the entire response framework (Emergency response, Durable Solutions and Root causes).

A department of multi-country grants and operations has been established since February 2021 with multi country and cross border projects and regionally held grants. The Regional Projects Manager’s portfolio is composed of multi-country and muti-year programmes (including in consortia) that operationalize triple nexus in strategic partnerships with local/international actors and integrate multiple sectors (economic recovery, protection, peacebuilding).

2 – Purpose

The Regional Projects Manager is overall responsible for ensuring the timely and compliant delivery of DRC’s programme activities in the field for multi-country and cross-border projects as outlined in programme documents and sector strategies, and in line with the programme technical guidelines.

A key member of DRC West Africa’s Department of Multi-country Operations, the Regional Projects Manager works collaboratively with technical experts of the regional office to ensure sufficient technical guidance and support is available to implement regional projects effectively (Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding, Economic Recovery, Protection). The Regional Projects Manager also works collaboratively with the Support Services team to ensure that processes to enable smooth delivery of operations in the field are being consistently applied and improved (e.g. HR, Admin, IT, Finance, Supply Chain, etc.).

3 – Responsibilities

1) Management

Supervise, monitor and evaluate multi-country projects implementation by Area Managers and Head of Bases.
Manage the regional projects team (currently a multi-country operations specialist and an international regional grants management trainee) and the Project Manager of SHIFT project in Niger (based in Niamey in the partner’s premises).
Develop multi-country project management through the implementation of internal services contracts between countries and Regional Office.
Support concerned Area Managers in countries in planning operations and activities; contribute to their training plan and capacity building and develop toolboxes to improve operations planning and monitoring.
Ensure close cooperation with technical and support teams in the regional office and in countries

2) Partnerships

Supervise and develop strategic partnerships involved in the regional projects.
Support Area Managers in managing partnerships at the local level.
Develop tools for partnership management in the region.

3) Accountability

Champion a positive approach to gender and diversity mainstreaming in DRC’s regional projects.
Support the roll out of accountability processes in Regional Projects.

4) Representation

Represent DRC West Africa in relevant forums at Country level as requested by the Country Director, when regional activities are concerned.
Assist the Regional Head of Multi-country Operations and Regional Operation Director in representing DRC in meeting with regional projects financial partners and donors.

When manageable, the Regional Project Manager may be asked to carry out other duties requested by the Regional Head of Multi-Country Operation.

4 – Required qualifications

1) Mandatory

Relevant university degree (Master or Postgraduate) in international relations and/or development, political science or similar field
Min. 5 years’ experience overseas in complex humanitarian emergencies and development, preferably with refugees and/or IDPs
Substantial project management experience in NGO, including in consortia and leading strategic programming and planning, implementation, monitoring and learning
Substantial experience in managing and developing partnerships with local and international organisations
Experience in managing HR, administration, finance, grants and donor relations
Ability to transversal management with multidisciplinary teams, large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Good understanding of displacement issues and related international standards/frameworks
Team player with excellent communication and strong participatory leadership skills
Excellent written and spoken French and English
Excellent Computer Skills (MS Office, Internet)

2) Desirable

Previous experience in a Central / Western African country

5 – Required Skills & Qualities

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate :

DRC’ five core competencies:

– Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process

– Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback

– Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation

– Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly

– Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment

Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
Team-oriented & good sense of humor

6 – General Regulations

The employee shall follow :

DRC regulations on safety, health, COVID-19 norms and hygiene
The Code of Conduct and all ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework
Rules for the use of the DRC guesthouse, which is a working accommodation

In addition :

Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization
Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period
Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization
Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request

7 – Salary & Contractual conditions

Position title: Regional Projects Manager
Supervised by: Regional Head of Multi-Country Operations
Reporting to: Regional Head of Multi-Country Operations
Location: Senegal – Dakar
Duty Station: Family Duty Station – Accompanied position
Aera of Operation: Region of West Africa
Employement period: 12 months (renewable)
Type od contract (Exapt/National/Trainee): Expatriate
Salary & Benefits: Band Management F – Level 1

How to apply

8 – Application Process

Are you interested? Then apply for this position on line: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=165513&DepartmentId=19110&SkipAdvertisement=true

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English**.**

DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process. DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Closing date for applications: 02 September 2022. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.

Grant Opportunities: Williams Institute’s Global LGBTI Small Grants Program

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August 19, 2022

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Grant Opportunities: Williams Institute’s Global LGBTI Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Aug-22

The Williams Institute’s Global LGBTI Small Grants Program is now open for applications to encourage new empirical research focused on LGBTI populations in the Global South (Latin America, Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa, Asia, and Pacific Islands) as well as amplify voices of researchers from those regions.

The program also aims to strengthen research capacity among participants by supporting networking and knowledge exchange (including a colloquium to present research findings) and providing mentorship, where needed, from Williams Institute scholars.

Goals

The program promotes two goals:

Generate sound empirical research on issues impacting LGBTI populations in the Global South (Latin America, Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East/North Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands) that impacts law and policy.
Strengthen the capacity of researchers from the Global South to further conduct rigorous, impactful research on issues impacting LGBTI populations through networking, knowledge exchange, and mentorship (as needed).

Project Topic Areas

Research projects are not limited to any particular topic or area of public policy, but they must be empirical in nature. Sample projects include:

National survey of stress, health, and wellbeing of LGBTI people in Trinidad and Tobago
Study on the impact of legal gender recognition and other non-discrimination protections on discrimination and violence against transgender people in Argentina
Study of violence by law enforcement and other state/non-state security agents against LGBTI people in Morocco.
Analyzing existing datasets by national statistical agencies with measures of sexual orientation or gender identity
Other topics are welcome and may include (but are not limited to):
- New methodologies in collecting data on sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics (or people with intersex conditions), including development of research instruments in local languages
- Demographics and socio-economic characteristics of LGBTI people
- Discrimination, including multiple forms of discrimination, against LGBTI people
- Violence against LGBTI people
- Economic and educational outcomes among LGBTI people
- The effects of COVID-19 on LGBTI people
- Access to services, programs, and government benefits among LGBTI people, including barriers to access
- The effects of laws and policies on LGBTI people, including supportive (e.g., non-discrimination laws) and unsupportive (e.g., bans on access to gender affirming care) policies
- Public opinion toward or among LGBTI people
- Unique experiences and needs of trans+ people, people with intersex conditions, LGBTI youth, and LGBTI elders
- Religiosity, religious exemptions, and LGBTI people
- The experiences of LGBTI parents

Funding Information

They plan to fund projects with a budget up to $4,999.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must reside or work in the following regions: Latin America, Caribbean, SubSaharan Africa, Middle East/North Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands.
Senior and junior faculty from a variety of disciplines, including social sciences (e.g., economics, sociology, demography, social psychology), public health, empirical legal studies, and public policy, are encouraged to apply.
Advanced graduate students (PhD, JSD) interested in pursuing research focused on LGBTI people, as well as experienced researchers unaffiliated with academic institutions or who work with civil society organizations, are also eligible to apply.

For more information, visit https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/programs/small-grants-program/about-our-grants/