“The Common Ground Awards are presented annually to honor outstanding accomplishments in conflict resolution, negotiation, community building, and peacebuilding. Recipients have made significant contributions toward bridging divides between people, finding solutions to seemingly intractable … [Read more...] about The Common Ground Awards
Archives for 2010
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program provides ten months of non-degree academic study and related professional experiences in the United States. Humphrey Fellows are selected based on their potential for leadership and their commitment to public service in either the public or the private … [Read more...] about The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program -2
“Applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree, a minimum of five years of substantial professional experience, limited or no prior experience in the United States, demonstrated leadership qualities, a record of public service in the community, and strong English skills.” “The Humphrey … [Read more...] about The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program -2
A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff
Writing job descriptions for staff is a necessary part of a well-managed human resource management system. However, often NGOs ignore to define the role of their staffs even after they join the organization for work. Maintaining job descriptions not only reflects the effectiveness of the … [Read more...] about A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff
A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -2
Before writing a job description for the staff, it is important to ensure that all tasks are covered. The following questions will help in preparing the job description: What is the purpose of appointing the staff? For a project or for administrative work? What are the assignments or … [Read more...] about A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -2
A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -3
Sample Job Description: Project Manager Job Title: Project Manager Location: (City/Town) Date of Joining: April 2010 Reporting to: Director Summary: The organization is currently implementing a project on community-based healthcare with the support of the (donor) and it is seeking to appoint a … [Read more...] about A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -3
A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -4
Sample Job Description: Finance Officer Job Title: Finance Officer Location: (City/Town) Date of Joining: April 2010 Reporting to: Director Summary: The organization works for the upliftment of the poor and the disadvantaged communities in (project area) by increasing their access to resources … [Read more...] about A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -4
A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -5
Sample Job Description: Communications & Fundraising Officer Job Title: Communications & Fundraising Officer Location: (City/Town) Date of Joining: April 2010 Reporting to: Director Summary: The mission of the organization is to promote human rights, mitigate conflict and build … [Read more...] about A Simple Format for NGOs to write Job Descriptions for their Staff -5
UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is requesting nominations for the Nansen Refugee Award 2010. The Award was previously known as the Nansen Medal. It is named after Fridtjof Nansen, the late Norwegian polar explorer, the first League of the Nations High … [Read more...] about UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award
International Pfeffer Peace Prize at Fellowship of Reconciliation
Sourced from http://www.internationalpeaceandconflict.org The Fellowship of Reconciliation which “seeks to replace violence, war, racism, and economic injustice with nonviolence, peace, and justice” has announced the Call for Nominations for 2010 King and Pfeffer Peace Prizes given out each year … [Read more...] about International Pfeffer Peace Prize at Fellowship of Reconciliation
