The 10 Most Exciting Social Impact Opportunities This Week: Jobs and Events You Won't Want to Miss!
Newsletter #25
Hi Friends 👋,
Welcome to the 25th edition of the #NickatNoon newsletter! We've got some fantastic job openings available that allow you to work with top organizations, and some exclusive events coming up that you'll definitely want to check out. And don't forget to share this with your friends too!
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Jobs
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Research Manager |Accion Opportunity Fund | Remote (Within the country of the office) | $60-90/hr based on experience
Development Manager | Democratic Data Exchange | Remote | $120,000 to $140,000
Last chance to apply: Director of Global Education, Delivery Team | TechChange | Remote – US | USD 100-125k
Learning & Knowledge Specialist / Senior Specialist | IDB Group | Washington DC |
Project Manager for The Eportal Project Consultant KIC/ISU | IDB Group | Washington DC |
Culture Transformation Consultant | IDB Group | Washington DC |
Project Assistant | UN-House ESCWA | Beirut
Organizational Learning Specialist | Strategic Talent Management Service Office at the UN | home based
Planning and Development Consultant | United Nations Environment Programme | Panamá City
📚🌟 If you want to learn about MORE amazing opportunities, I've got you! Dive into my curated opportunity list. Click here!
Opportunities
🌍🌿Are you someone who is looking to make a significant impact in the field of climate and environmental sustainability? If so, then the Voiz Academy's flagship climate skills program could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join the upcoming cohort starting on July 29th! 🎓📅
Voiz Academy's 6-week online Climate and Net Zero Analyst program empowers you to:
Develop a strategic perspective on a core climate trend: net zero.
Gain real-world climate skills by evaluating actual net zero plans.
Immerse yourself in topics like carbon calculation and decarbonization.
Understand the dynamics behind climate tech demand.
Discover your career path and show up to interviews as a climate "insider."
By enrolling in the Climate and Net Zero Analyst program, you will join a dynamic cohort of like-minded professionals from around the world. Guided by experienced alumni coaches, you will have the opportunity to share your discoveries and insights, fostering a collaborative and impactful learning environment.
At Voiz Academy, affordability and accessibility are paramount. Their pricing is deliberately set lower than comparable programs, driven by their mission to empower the next generation of leaders to create a positive impact on the planet through their career choices.
Apply now to secure your spot!
Are you searching for a remarkable opportunity to enhance your skills and build networks at the intersection of SOCIAL IMPACT and DESIGN? Look no further! 🚀🎯
The prestigious UPENN Center for Social Impact Strategy (CSIS) is currently accepting applications for their Exec Program in Social Innovation Design. The application deadline is fast approaching on Aug 1st (only three weeks from now!).
This 7-month executive program, in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design, is truly awe-inspiring. Here's what it offers:
✅ Practical exposure to the nuts and bolts of human-centered design, community needs assessments, performance measurements, and mobilization strategies.
✅ Four online courses and an in-person convening at the University of Pennsylvania.
✅ The opportunity to apply your skills in a guided independent studio project.
🎓 You'll receive a certificate from the University of Pennsylvania and even have the option to complete the Master of Science (MS) in Nonprofit Leadership (NPL) in an accelerated format.
This program is perfect for working professionals like you, especially those in the fields of:
Designers
Architects
Urban planners
Landscape architects
Business professionals
Nonprofit workers
Government agency staffers
The application process takes only 30 minutes to complete and is FREE, so don't miss out on this life-changing opportunity. Apply now and share this with someone you know who might be interested. Link to learn more and apply here
Are you a person who is passionate about making a difference and ending global hunger? 🌎🍽️ Then this opportunity is tailor-made for you! The WFP Innovation Challenge is now accepting applications for innovative startups that can offer relief, foster resilience, and create a world without hunger.
As part of this challenge, WFP is seeking startups and companies with innovative solutions that address key challenges in humanitarian assistance and supply chain resilience. By participating, you'll have a chance to receive up to USD 100,000 in equity-free funding, hands-on support, and unparalleled access to the world's largest humanitarian organization.
This is YOUR opportunity to make a real impact and collaborate with WFP's global network of partners and field operations across 120 countries and territories. Through the innovative Sprint Programme, selected teams will receive funding, mentorship, and support. Additionally, you'll have the exclusive opportunity to participate in the Innovation Bootcamp, where you can showcase your solution to potential partners and investors at a pitch event 🏆🌟
APPLY now before the deadline on July 30, 2023, 11:59 pm (CEST)! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be part of the solution and drive positive change in the fight against hunger.
📣 ICYM
Want to learn more about the Generative AI Skills Challenge that Data.org with support from Microsoft is launching? Then check out this post to find out more
Want to build your network on LinkedIn? It’s not too late to add to yesterday’s #SocialSaturday thread here
Parting Thought: COP28
Friends, as we look ahead to the exciting events of the year, one gathering stands out on the horizon - COP28, the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. 🌍🌱 This UN Climate Change Conference, taking place from November 30 to December 12, 2023, will bring together over 80,000 delegates, including heads of state, climate activists, tech companies, and more.
COP28 will be an unparalleled opportunity to shape policies and strategies to combat global warming and promote climate resilience. 🏭🔥 With the World Climate Action Summit, country pavilions, and a multitude of side events, the event promises to be a hub of innovation and collaboration. 🌏💡
At TechChange, we have been helping partners organize side events at major convenings like COP28. These events offer a fantastic chance to create visibility and connect with like-minded individuals and organizations. Whether it's a panel discussion, networking event, or reception, side events allow our partners to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the broader conversation on climate change. 💼🤝
If your team is planning to attend COP28 or if you're interested in exploring creative programming and making your mark outside the official agenda, don't hesitate to reach out to Emma Sakson directly. Let's seize this opportunity to come together and drive meaningful change at COP28! 🌟🤝