The Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist will provide technical leadership and support to guide effective integration and achievement of girls’ empowerment, gender equality and social inclusion results across Right To Play (RTP)’s programming, in alignment with RTP’s strategic plan and organizational commitments. The GESI Specialist will provide technical guidance on GESI standards and approaches; lead GESI related staff professional development and learning through coaching, mentorship and fostering forums for technical exchange; contribute to GESI strategy development, resource mobilization, advocacy, research and learning at a global level.  The GESI Specialist will champion RTP’s Gender Equality Policy including supporting development of policy related monitoring and accountability. The GESI Specialist reports to the Global Technical Lead, Health and Gender Equality and works closely with a diverse team of program specialists within the Global Program Develop...

The Education Specialist reports to the Global Technical Lead, Education and will support the development of education programming, policy, advocacy and research initiatives at the global level. You will lead on the development of the Education in Emergencies (EiE) technical area supporting learning outcomes, while working closely with a diverse team of program specialists within the Program Development and Quality team to ensure quality of programming.  You will develop and deepen education programmatic thinking and design including resources and technical guidance; provide continuous support to the country teams implementing education programming to enhance program effectiveness; and build capacity in education programming and approaches. You will provide direct support to country level Education Specialists implementing education programs in development contexts and contexts of protracted crisis.  Up to 25% of time travelling to Right To Play (RTP) program countries is expe...

The Child Protection & Psychosocial Support (PSS) Specialist will provide technical leadership and support to guide the effective integration and achievement of child protection and psychosocial wellbeing outcomes across Right To Play’s (RTP’s) programs. You will provide technical guidance on child protection and PSS standards and approaches. This position will also be responsible for providing skills building, resource development, coaching and mentorship support, including facilitating a PSS community of practice and encouraging learning and best practice in child protection and PSS amongst teams. You will guide the development of new project models to address the protection and psychosocial support needs of children in diverse contexts.  Reporting to the Global Director, Program Development, you will work closely with a diverse team of program specialists within the Global Program Development (GPD) and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) teams. You will work in partner...

Organization: Right To Play International Department/Division: People and Culture Work Location: One of Right To Play offices (Burundi, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jordan, Lebanon, Mali, Mozambique, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda or United Kingdom) Work Arrangement: A combination of in-office and remote-working, typically working 40% in the office. Authorized to work in: One of the countries listed above (eligible to work legally without visa or work permit sponsorship) Target Hiring Range: Local salary scale applies (Grade 8). Hiring range and benefits will be shared with applicants as part of the recruitment process. Target Start Date: Immediate Contract Duration: Full-time, long-term engagement Application Closing Date: Open until position is filled ROLE SUMMARY: Reporting to Right To Play’s Director, People and Culture (DPC), the Global Safeguarding Specialist (GSS) will build upon the organization's existing safeguarding work to pro...

The Prize is open to African writers. An “African writer” is taken to mean someone who was born in Africa, who is a national or resident of an African country, or whose parents are African. The prize is open to African poets who have not yet had a full-length poetry book published at the time of submission. Self-published poetry books, chapbooks, and pamphlets are exempt from this stipulation. Only poems written in English can be considered, but we welcome poems in translation for consideration too. In the case that the winning work is translated, a percentage of the prize money would be awarded to the translator. No past or present paid employees of the University of Nebraska Press, Akashic Books, or Amalion Press, or current faculty, students, or employees at the University of Nebraska are eligible for the prizes. African poets who have published a chapbook in a New-Generation African Poets Chapbooks Box Set series remain eligible for the Evaristo African Poetry Prize if they have n...

Are you a dedicated individual between the ages of 18 and 32 with a passion for empowering urban youth voices? UN-Habitat presents a unique opportunity for you to actively contribute to global urban development strategies. We are thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the 2023-2025 UN-Habitat Youth Advisory Board (YAB). Youth Voices at the Heart of Sustainable Urban Development Established in 2008, the Youth Advisory Board is a consultative body that offers invaluable insights and recommendations to UN-Habitat, focusing on sustainable urban development strategies. Over the years, the YAB has played a pivotal role in mainstreaming youth perspectives and championing youth participation in UN-Habitat’s programs and major events. In its current term, the YAB is dedicated to achieving equal gender representation and fostering participation from each of UN-Habitat’s six regions. This dynamic board is co-hosted by the Balikesir Metropolitan Municipality (Türkiye), which will hos...

SIWI is seeking committed young professionals to provide support to World Water Week’s Scientific Programme Committee. Joining the Young Scientific Programme Committee (YSPC) is an opportunity for young professionals to expand their network and gain valuable experience. As part of the YSPC, you will be a vital part of the seminar team and coordinate the SIWI Seminar Series for World Water Week 2024. How to apply Young professionals from all sectors all encouraged to apply to one of the nine seminars or to work with the Chair. Please note that YSPC applicants must agree to provide minimum inputs in the order of 20 days from 15 January to 30 September 2024 (excluding a two-day mandatory SPC/co-convenor digital workshop in March/April and World Water Week in August).  All applicants must be able to allocate this time to the committee.  To apply, please fill out the application and include the following documents: Your CV (including your date of birth), Motivation letter (maximum 1 page) ...