Two of the issues consistently high on the list of priorities of non government organisations (NGOs) are staff performance and staff retention. In talking to various agencies in a number of developing countries, we have frequently heard the comment that they cannot sufficiently motivate staff or … [Read more...] about Motivating Staff and Volunteers working in NGOs in the South
USAID’s Global Development Alliance Request for Proposals 2013
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a new funding opportunity where NGOs and the private sector can collaborate together to address development challenges. The Annual Program Statement (APS) for the FY2013 Global Development Alliance is inviting the private … [Read more...] about USAID’s Global Development Alliance Request for Proposals 2013
The Best Proposal Writing Techniques for NGOs
A successful application depends on the design of a sound project, which addresses social, political, and economic issues of a community. In order to get funded, it is important to spell out your needs, plans, and evaluation strategies in a way that allows the potential donor to understand the … [Read more...] about The Best Proposal Writing Techniques for NGOs
The Rotary Foundation’s Peace Fellowships
Rotary International's is accepting applications for the Rotary Peace Fellows for promoting national and international cooperation, peace, and the successful resolution of conflict throughout their lives, in their careers, and through service activities. Fellows can earn either a master’s degree in … [Read more...] about The Rotary Foundation’s Peace Fellowships
Submissions open for 2013 WISE Awards
The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) is accepting submissions for the 2013 WISE Awards identify, showcase and promote each year six innovative educational projects that are having a transformative impact on societies and education. Each winning project receives international recognition … [Read more...] about Submissions open for 2013 WISE Awards
NGOs invited to apply for the International ReSource Award: $150,000 grant opportunity
NGOs, private, scientific or public institutions and similar bodies are invited to apply for Swiss Re's 2014 International ReSource Award for Sustainable Watershed Management which provides grants of up to US $150,000 to projects in developing and trainsition countries.The award is a result of Swiss … [Read more...] about NGOs invited to apply for the International ReSource Award: $150,000 grant opportunity
Terre des Hommes Netherlands Funding for NGOs in Uganda
Terre des Hommes Netherlands has announced a call for proposals to provide funding to NGOs in Uganda. The objective of this funding is to deliver change for vulnerable children. It intends to support larger projects for which it is identifying qualified and competent national partners that are able … [Read more...] about Terre des Hommes Netherlands Funding for NGOs in Uganda
World Learning’s Advancing Leaders Fellowship: $10,000 Award, Training and Networking
World Learning is accepting applications for the Advancing Leaders Fellowship that recognizes the ideas, talent, and vision of World Learning alumni by supporting fellows with an award of $10,000, comprehensive training in social innovation and leadership, and a support network of mentors and peers … [Read more...] about World Learning’s Advancing Leaders Fellowship: $10,000 Award, Training and Networking
IDRC and DFID Call for Concept Notes for a new funding program
IDRC and DFID Call for Concept Notes Deadline: 4 April 2013 Africa and Asia The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in partnership with the Department for International Development (DFID) is funding a new program to build the resilience of vulnerable populations and their … [Read more...] about IDRC and DFID Call for Concept Notes for a new funding program
IDRC and DFID Call for Concept Notes on Climate Change Adaptation
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in partnership with the Department for International Development (DFID) is funding a new program on climate change adaptation called 'The Collaborative Adaptation Research Initiative in Africa and Asia' (CARIAA) which will run until 2019. The … [Read more...] about IDRC and DFID Call for Concept Notes on Climate Change Adaptation
