The IIE Artist Protection Fund is seeking applications to support threatened artists from any field of practice and places them at host institutions in safe countries where they can continue their work and plan for their futures.
The fellowship focuses on protecting artists who are experiencing serious threats to their lives or artistic practice, supporting artistic excellence and potential, and strengthening engagement between fellows and the communities that host them.
The fellowship provides approximately USD 35,000 for one year, which is usually administered through the host institution and paid to the fellow as a monthly stipend during the residency period.
Hosts are required to match the fellowship support through financial or in-kind contributions such as housing, studio space, materials, supplies, and additional assistance through their professional networks. A key aspect of the hosting arrangement is the active role hosts play in welcoming fellows into their communities, connecting them with other artists and thought leaders, offering mentorship, and providing access to institutional resources and networks.
The Artist Protection Fund Fellowship supports artists from any country and artistic discipline whose safety or ability to work has been compromised. They encourage applications from women as well as artists from ethnic, racial, cultural, or religious minority groups and others who may be underrepresented in their fields.
Students seeking to continue academic studies are not eligible for this fellowship. Priority is generally given to artists who are still living in their home country or who have only recently fled. Applications are typically not considered from individuals who have been displaced or living in exile for more than two years, or those who hold citizenship or permanent status in another country.
The fellowship lasts for one year and is hosted by institutions such as academic institutions, arts residencies, cultural centers, performing arts organizations, or arts communities. Host institutions may collaborate across departments to support the fellow, and fellows may receive support from more than one institution.
The Centre for Environment and Migration Assistance (CEMA) is inviting grassroots and community-based organizations to apply for its Climate Justice Small Grants under the Grassroots Climate Action Fund (GCAF).
The call focuses on supporting grassroots climate justice initiatives, strengthening community-led environmental accountability, amplifying the voices of marginalized and frontline communities, promoting inclusive and gender-responsive climate action, and encouraging innovative local solutions to environmental challenges, while prioritizing areas such as climate adaptation and resilience, environmental accountability and transparency, community environmental monitoring, climate finance tracking, ecosystem protection including wetlands, forests and biodiversity, and gender-responsive climate action.
Climate change continues to have a disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities, especially women, youth, and marginalized groups who often face barriers in accessing resources needed to respond effectively. Through this initiative, CEMA aims to address these challenges by supporting locally driven and innovative efforts that build resilience and promote environmental justice at the grassroots level.
The opportunity is open to a wide range of applicants, including community-based organizations, women-led groups, youth-led initiatives, grassroots civil society organizations, and local environmental justice movements. Unregistered groups are also eligible to apply, provided they can demonstrate legitimacy and strong community support.
Selected projects will receive grants ranging from USD 1,000 to 5,000, with an implementation period of three to twelve months. The fund supports activities such as community awareness and mobilization campaigns, environmental monitoring and reporting, advocacy and accountability initiatives, local climate adaptation actions, capacity building and training, and community-led conservation efforts.
This initiative reflects a strong commitment to empowering local communities to take leadership in addressing climate challenges and advancing sustainable, inclusive solutions tailored to their specific contexts.
The goal of this job function is to support the efficient and coordinated implementation, monitoring, and delivery of project activities in Baghdad and neighbouring governorates.
Work Location
Baghdad, Iraq
Expected duration
One year, with possibility of extension
Duties and Responsibilities
BACKGROUND: The International Trade Centre (ITC), is the joint agency of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations (UN). It is fully dedicated to the success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), connecting markets, improving lives. In Iraq, we build trade-led growth for inclusive prosperity. ITC is a fully resident agency, member of the UNCT with offices in Baghdad (UN compound), Erbil, Mosul and Basra. The Project Coordination Associate will integrate ITC’s project offices in Iraq. S/he will be responsible for supporting the implementation of ITC’s projects in Baghdad, Iraq and neighbouring governorates including Anbar. The Project Coordination Associate will work closely with implementing partners and local stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, communication, and collaboration in the project’s activities. The Project Coordination Associate will also support ITC’s project teams in research, needs assessment and the identification and selection of potential beneficiaries. RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the JOBS National Project Coordinator, the Project Coordination Associate will be responsible for the following tasks: • Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation project activities in the Baghdad, Anbar and neighbouring governorates • Assist in maintaining effective relationships with implementing partners and local stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector organizations, civil society organizations, and beneficiaries. • Assist in organizing periodic meetings with local authorities to create awareness and enhance support of implementation of project activities in target areas. • Participate in field visits to project sites to monitor progress (M&E), identify challenges, and provide technical support to beneficiaries, in liaison with implementing partners. • Report any challenges or deviation from agreed plans and provide inputs for possible solutions to national management. • Support the planning and implementation of project activities, including surveys, capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and networking events. • Facilitate communication and coordination between the project teams and local stakeholders as well as other international organisations, organizing relevant meetings and ensuring that relevant information is shared with all. • Contribute to the collection and analysis of data on project activities, beneficiaries, and stakeholders to support project reporting and monitoring and evaluation. Administer surveys and interviews, collect photographic evidence, share data in due time through appropriate channels. • Support monitoring the political, security and business context in Baghdad, Anbar and neighbouring governorates and share information regularly with the team through ad-hoc reports. • Participate actively in internal and external coordination meetings. • Assist in maintaining links with other related projects. • Provide logistics support to ITC and partner missions in Baghdad and neighbouring governorates: agenda, meetings, transportation, security and accommodation in coordination with UN system and under guidance of ITC National Administrative and Financial Officer. • Support compliance with security measures and ITC procedures, policies, and regulations. • Performs other duties as assigned. Copyright : The personnel has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required.
Qualifications/special skills
EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Training or certification in agriculture, agri-food, or a related field is desirable. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area. The minimum years of relevant experience can be reduced to five (5) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in the agriculture or agri-food sector desirable. Experience working with government agencies, private sector organizations, and NGOs and civil society organizations desirable. Experience in stakeholder engagement and communication, including organizing stakeholder meetings and workshops desirable. Experience collecting, analysing, and interpreting data. COMPETENCIES: Professionalism: Ability to collect information and assess potential security trends that may impact UN operations. Direct knowledge of the local area. Knowledge of the UN system and procedures would be an asset. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits inputs by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable
Languages
Fluency in English and Arabic.
Additional Information
This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNDP. This vacancy is open for locally residing nationals of Iraq. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
We are the Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR), the largest global network of organisations committed to working together to improve the lives of people affected by disasters worldwide. Since being established in 2007, we have grown into a network of over 2,000 member organisations across 130+ countries, representing millions of people on the frontlines of hazards, climate change and mass displacement. Through transformative, evidence-led programming and powerful advocacy, we are driving climate action and disaster resilience alongside our members across the globe.
About the role
GNDR is seeking an ambitious, strategic and mission-driven leader to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as our new Regional Lead for Africa managing our membership and operations across Africa.
The Regional Lead role is broad and influential as well as hands-on. You will be responsible for GNDR’s membership in Africa, leading regional advocacy initiatives, managing a diverse portfolio of donor-funded projects, and fostering essential partnerships with UN agencies, regional governments, and institutional donors.
As a subject matter expert for a designated Risk Driver, you will not only drive regional operational plans but also contribute to the global strategy of the world’s largest network dedicated to disaster resilience.
We are looking for someone with a deep commitment to DRR, climate action, risk-informed development, evidence-led practices, localisation and decolonisation.
The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with the ability to build strong relationships; they will be a gifted moderator and influencer with high cross-cultural competencies.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
Overall scope of the role
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and wider secretariat team, the Regional Lead is responsible for all activities in their region, including: Oversight of membership support and development; strengthening the Board and Regional Advisory Groups members and assisting in their elections; implementation and monitoring of projects and activities with members; advocacy and influencing initiatives; fundraising and project management; ensuring GNDR operational capacity in the region and compliance with GNDR’s policies and procedures.
Core responsibilities:
Leadership and team management
Membership mobilisation and engagement
Advocacy and influencing
Knowledge and information management
Project management
Finance and compliance (systems, policy, audit, statutory)
Fundraising
Global Lead for a “risk driver”
Position in the organisation
Responsible to the Executive Director
Part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
Member of the secretariat team and active participant in cross-team working
Works in close collaboration with GNDR members and project partners
Salary
This role is offered on a permanent contract. Competitive salary based on location and benchmarked against local market and NGO sector rates.
Eligibility & job description
Eligible candidates must have the right to work in their country of residence and be able to travel internationally.
This role is primarily remote. We will ensure you have a safe and appropriate remote working setup.
As a global organisation our staff work remotely, and most role require a level of travel to attend events, meetings and conferences.
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements as part of the recruitment process.
Please note that all offers of employment at GNDR are conditional and subject to satisfactory background checks.
We encourage applications from people who meet most of the essential criteria listed in the job description. You don’t need to tick every single box to be considered. We recognise that strong candidates may bring relevant strengths and experience in different ways. If you can demonstrate a solid overall match with the role, we’d love to hear from you.
For a full job description and person specification please follow the link below:JOB DESCRIPTION
Start date
We are ideally looking for candidates who are available to start as early as possible. However, we recognise that availability may vary due to individual notice periods, and we are happy to accommodate some flexibility where possible.
How to apply
Please submit your CV (max. two A4 side) and a cover letter (max. one A4 side) outlining skills and experience relevant to the role by email to HR[at]gndr.org.
Please include “Application for Regional Lead (Africa)” in the subject of your email. Please note we are unable to accept incomplete applications.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team at HR[at]gndr.org.
Closing date
27 May 2026 at 12pm (GMT+1)
Due to the high volume of applications, we expect to receive for this role, we are not able to provide individual feedback. However, we will endeavour to contact all applicants to update them on the outcome of their application.
Interview
Expected to take part at the beginning of June, exact dates to be confirmed
Interview process: Interview will be held remotely via Google Meet and usually consists of two stages. Candidates who are successful at the shortlisting stage will be invited to a first-round interview. If they progress, they will be invited to a second-stage interview, where we may also ask them to complete a role-specific task or presentation assessment. Interviews are typically conducted by a panel of two to three members, including the hiring manager.
We encourage applicants to let us know about any adjustments needed to ensure the recruitment process is accessible and equitable.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We are dedicated to creating a team that embodies the rich diversity of the society and communities we serve. Our commitment lies in cultivating an inclusive environment, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic circumstances, LGBTQIA+ and individuals with disabilities. We celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives that every candidate brings and are dedicated to ensuring fair and equitable opportunities for all.
We’re committed to making our recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible for individuals of all needs and abilities. If you require any adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at HR[at]gndr.org.
To support and encourage a healthy work-life balance for our staff, we are happy to consider flexible working requests as part of our recruitment process.
The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility (Tenure Facility) is the main global funding mechanism dedicated to advancing the land tenure and territorial governance of Indigenous Peoples, Afro-descendant Peoples, and local communities at scale. Since 2017, we have channelled global funding to these groups, with measurable results—including millions of hectares of pristine forest secured and defended, stronger community governance, and lasting capacity within partner organisations. We advance such outcomes by funding Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local community partner organisations to assist communities to map and monitor their territories, strengthen governance bodies, develop territorial management plans, and prepare and submit land claims.
We also support our partners to improve their strategies and internal systems, hire and train staff, and invest in essential equipment. To scale and improve these efforts, we and our partners document and share lessons learned and engage in multi-stakeholder platforms, policy dialogues, and learning exchanges. Our support is long-term and flexible, delivered through a global portfolio of projects implemented by partner organisations, generating results that are tracked through the ROOTS system.
About the Job
As the Tenure Facility expands its portfolio across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, the organisation is shifting towards a decentralised monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support model to enhance data quality, partner engagement, and regional accountability. The position of Regional MEL Officer in the Programme Unit is pivotal in providing tailored MEL support to partners and programs within their assigned region. This role involves strengthening regional monitoring, verifying data accuracy, and ensuring that results align with the Tenure Facility’s reporting standards. The Regional Officer will lead MEL processes at the regional level, focusing on the quality and usability of project results while bridging connections between partners, regions, and the global team. As the primary focal point for MEL functions within the regions, the Officer will collaborate closely with Regional Coordinators, Program Officers, and MEL team members.
Key Responsibilities
The MEL Regional Officer is primarily responsible for collecting, reviewing, verifying and validating regional data and resultsreported by partners – both quantitative indicators (communities, hectares) and qualitative results (outcomes and changes) – ensuring that these are entered into the ROOTS system, following the required structure, language, and are consistent with the reports from partners and with supporting evidence. The Officer identifies and addresses data inconsistencies, missing information, and potential duplication across reported communities or territories.
The Regional Officer undertakes regional data analysis by aggregating regional data related to territorial recognition, governance enhancement, effective management, policy influence, and institutional capacity, while also monitoring cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, biodiversity, and environmental outcomes to identify trends, lessons learned, and emerging results for institutional reporting and learning.
The Regional Officer undertakes Spatial Data Coordination in collaboration with the GIS Officer. This includes the identification of territories and communities linked to specific results, clarifying discrepancies between spatial and narrative data, as well as validating spatial data submitted by partners and ensuring alignment between evidence, spatial datasets, and reported results. They will facilitate communication with partner technical teams for data validation, for the purpose of corrections and updates.
The Regional Officer is responsible for conducting assessments of partners’ MEL capacity and providing technical assistance on their MEL needs within the regions. This may take the form of guidance tools and materials, facilitation of regional training and other forms as determined by the MEL Manager and Chief Program Officer.
The Regional Officer supports partner engagement and capacity by guiding partners on reporting requirements, data quality standards, and the use of templates and tools. Additionally, the officer will assist partners in improving data collection practices and strengthening evidence by linking results to documentation and spatial data. When necessary, the MEL Regional Officer will facilitate technical discussions with partner teams.
The Regional Officer contributes to donor reports and ensures that regional data used is consolidated, accurate and validated, consistent with and aligned with ROOTS systems and the Spatial Data sets.
The Regional Officer contributes to the production of internal knowledge products, project evaluations and other researchactivities as necessary.
The Regional officer collaborates with the global MEL team in the conduct of internal learning processes in line with the Tenure Facility Learning Strategy
Requirements
Education
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Geography, Environmental Governance, Monitoring & Evaluation, Social Sciences, Law or related field.
Experience
Minimum 2–5 years in MEL, project monitoring, or data management
Experience working with multi-country or regional programs
Experience working with Indigenous Peoples or land/tenure issues is an added advantage.
Skills
Strong data analysis and validation skills
Experience with results frameworks and indicator-based reporting
Ability to work with both qualitative and quantitative data
Familiarity with GIS concepts (not necessarily advanced technical level)
Competencies
Strong attention to detail and data quality
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Ability to coordinate across teams and cultures
Clear communication and facilitation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English
Knowledge of Portuguese and /or Spanish for Latin America is an added advantage.
Knowledge of Bahasa for Asia is an added advantage
Knowledge of French for Africa is an added advantage
To apply
To apply, email your application (completed AA bio form, one page motivation letter and updated CV [all in MS Word format]) by Sunday, 24th May 2026 to melissa@actionappointments.co.za
Our client is seeking a Regional MEL Officer to lead a newly created function serving the Asia region. In this “system-builder” role, you will develop and implement regional MEL frameworks from the ground up to enhance data integrity, partner engagement, and regional accountability. You will bridge the gap between grassroots community results and global reporting standards by strengthening regional monitoring processes, verifying data accuracy, and providing tailored technical support to local partners. As the primary regional lead for MEL, you will collaborate closely with Regional Coordinators, Program Officers, and the global team to lead data-driven processes that ensure the quality, usability, and strategic alignment of project results across diverse Asian contexts.
Reporting to: MEL Manager, Programme Unit
Role Nature: 1-year Consultant Contract (Renewable upon performance)
Travel: Regular travel within the region
Key Responsibilities:
Primarily responsible for collecting, reviewing, verifying and validating regional data and results reported by partners – both quantitative indicators (communities, hectares) and qualitative results (outcomes and changes) – ensuring that these are entered into the ROOTS system, following the required structure, language, and are consistent with the reports from partners and with supporting evidence. The Officer identifies and addresses data inconsistencies, missing information, and potential duplication across reported communities or territories.
Data analysis by aggregating regional data related to territorial recognition, governance enhancement, effective management, policy influence, and institutional capacity, while also monitoring cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, biodiversity, and environmental outcomes to identify trends, lessons learned, and emerging results for institutional reporting and learning.
Spatial Data Coordination in collaboration with the GIS Officer. This includes the identification of territories and communities linked to specific results, clarifying discrepancies between spatial and narrative data, as well as validating spatial data submitted by partners and ensuring alignment between evidence, spatial datasets, and reported results. They will facilitate communication with partner technical teams for data validation, for the purpose of corrections and updates.
Conducting assessments of partners’ MEL capacity and providing technical assistance on their MEL needs within the regions.This may take the form of guidance tools and materials, facilitation of regional training and other forms as determined by the MEL Manager and Chief Program Officer.
Supporting partner engagement and capacity by guiding partners on reporting requirements, data quality standards, and the use of templates and tools. Additionally, the officer will assist partners in improving data collection practices and strengthening evidence by linking results to documentation and spatial data. When necessary, the MEL Regional Officer will facilitate technical discussions with partner teams.
Contributing to donor reports and ensuring that regional data used is consolidated, accurate and validated, consistent with and aligned with ROOTS systems and the Spatial data sets.
The Regional Officer contributes to the production of internal knowledge products, project evaluations and other research activities as necessary.
The Regional Officer collaborates with the global MEL team in the conduct of internal learning.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Geography, Environmental Governance, Monitoring & Evaluation, Social Sciences, Law, or related field
5-10 years in MEL, project monitoring, or data management (negotiable)
Experience working with multi-country or regional programs
Experience working with Indigenous People or land/tenure issues is an added advantage
Candidates need Asia field experience (not just HQ roles in Asia)
Skills:
Strong data analysis and validation skills
Experience with results frameworks and indicator-based reporting
Ability to work with both qualitative and quantitative data
Familiarity with GIS concepts (not necessarily at an advanced technical level)
The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility (Tenure Facility) is the main global funding mechanism dedicated to advancing the land tenure and territorial governance of Indigenous Peoples, Afro-descendant Peoples, and local communities at scale. Since 2017, we have channelled global funding to these groups, with measurable results—including millions of hectares of pristine forest secured and defended, stronger community governance, and lasting capacity within partner organisations. We advance such outcomes by funding Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local community partner organisations to assist communities to map and monitor their territories, strengthen governance bodies, develop territorial management plans, and prepare and submit land claims. We also support our partners to improve their strategies and internal systems, hire and train staff, and invest in essential equipment. To scale and improve these efforts, we and our partners document and share lessons learned and engage in multi-stakeholder platforms, policy dialogues, and learning exchanges. Our support is long-term and flexible, delivered through a global portfolio of projects implemented by partner organisations, generating results that are tracked through the ROOTS system.
Description:
As the Tenure Facility expands its portfolio across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, the organisation is shifting towards a decentralised monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support model to enhance data quality, partner engagement, and regional accountability. The Regional MEL Officer for Latin America, based within the Programme Unit, is pivotal in providing tailored MEL support to partners and programmes across the region. This role involves strengthening regional monitoring, verifying data accuracy, and ensuring that results align with the Tenure Facility’s reporting standards. The Regional MEL Officer will lead MEL processes at the regional level, focusing on the quality and usability of project results while bridging connections between partners, the region, and the global team. As the primary focal point for MEL functions within Latin America, the Officer will collaborate closely with the Regional Coordinator, Programme Officers, and MEL team members.
The job holder will have the following key responsibilities:
The MEL Regional Officer is primarily responsible for collecting, reviewing, verifying and validating regional data and results reported by partners – both quantitative indicators (communities, hectares) and qualitative results (outcomes and changes) – ensuring that these are entered into the ROOTS system, following the required structure, language, and are consistent with the reports from partners and with supporting evidence. The Officer identifies and addresses data inconsistencies, missing information, and potential duplication across reported communities or territories.
The Regional Officer undertakes regional data analysis by aggregating regional data related to territorial recognition, governance enhancement, effective management, policy influence, and institutional capacity, while also monitoring cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, biodiversity, and environmental outcomes to identify trends, lessons learned, and emerging results for institutional reporting and learning.
The Regional Officer undertakes spatial data coordination in collaboration with the GIS Officer. This includes the identification of territories and communities linked to specific results, clarifying discrepancies between spatial and narrative data, as well as validating spatial data submitted by partners and ensuring alignment between evidence, spatial datasets, and reported results. They will facilitate communication with partner technical teams for data validation, for the purpose of corrections and updates.
The Regional Officer is responsible for conducting assessments of partners’ MEL capacity and providing technical assistance on their MEL needs within the regions. This may take the form of guidance tools and materials, facilitation of regional training and other forms as determined by the MEL Manager and Chief Programme Officer.
The Regional Officer supports partner engagement and capacity by guiding partners on reporting requirements, data quality standards, and the use of templates and tools. Additionally, the officer will assist partners in improving data collection practices and strengthening evidence by linking results to documentation and spatial data. When necessary, the MEL Regional Officer will facilitate technical discussions with partner teams.
The Regional Officer contributes to donor reports and ensures that regional data used is consolidated, accurate and validated, consistent with and aligned with ROOTS systems and the spatial data sets.
The Regional Officer contributes to the production of internal knowledge products, project evaluations and other research activities as necessary.
The Regional officer collaborates with the global MEL team in conducting internal learning processes in line with the Tenure Facility Learning Strategy.
Requirements:
Skills and qualifications
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Geography, Environmental Governance, Monitoring & Evaluation, Social Sciences, Law or related field.
Minimum 2–5 years in MEL, project monitoring, or data management.
Experience working with multi-country or regional programmes.
Experience working with Indigenous Peoples or land/tenure issues is an added advantage.
Strong data analysis and validation skills.
Experience with results frameworks and indicator-based reporting.
Ability to work with both qualitative and quantitative data.
Familiarity with GIS concepts (not necessarily advanced technical level).
Competencies
Strong attention to detail and data quality.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Ability to coordinate across teams and cultures.
Clear communication and facilitation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English
Knowledge of Portuguese and /or Spanish for Latin America is an added advantage.
Comments:
Contract type: Fixed Term, one year with possibility to renew
Reporting to: MEL Manager
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how you fulfil the requirements set out in the job announcement by clicking on the link below.
Please ensure you send your CV and Cover letter in the following format: full_name_CV_org_name_role and full_name_role_CL.
If you have any questions about the role or organisation, please reach out to Ruth Gardner. Please note: to ensure the security of your application and to ensure that your data complies with GDPR regulations, applications via email will not be accepted.
The deadline for applications is Monday 8th June, 9:00 am CET·
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The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility (The Tenure Facility) is the main global funding mechanism dedicated to advancing the land tenure and territorial governance of Indigenous Peoples, Afro-descendant Peoples, and local communities at scale. Since 2017, we have channelled global funding to these groups, with measurable results — including millions of hectares of pristine forest secured and defended, stronger community governance, and lasting capacity within partner organisations. We advance such outcomes by funding Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local community partner organisations to assist communities to map and monitor their territories, strengthen governance bodies, develop territorial management plans, and prepare and submit land claims. We also support our partners to improve their strategies and internal systems, hire and train staff, and invest in essential equipment. To scale and improve these efforts, we and our partners document and share lessons learned and engage in multi-stakeholder platforms, policy dialogues, and learning exchanges. Our support is long-term and flexible, delivered through a global portfolio of projects implemented by partner organisations, generating results that are tracked through the ROOTS system.
Description:
Purpose of role
As part of its Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system, the organisation manages a growing volume of spatial data to track territorial recognition, governance progress, and environmental outcomes.
The GIS Officer will support the management, integration, analysis, and visualisation of spatial data across The Tenure Facility projects. The role will ensure the integrity, usability, and application of geospatial data to strengthen MEL systems and donor reporting.
With the transition toward an ArcGIS Online organisational environment, there is an increasing need to strengthen spatial data integration, ensure data quality, and deliver high-quality spatial analysis and visualisation maps for internal learning and external reporting.
Primary responsibilities
The job holder will have the following key responsibilities:
Partner Data Integration and Historical Data Consolidation
The GIS Officer will support the expansion and strengthening of the GIS solution by integrating partner datasets and consolidating historical spatial data.
Process partner datasets, including:
Data cleaning and validation.
Standardisation of formats, projections, and attributes.
Integration into the central GIS system.
Avoid duplication and inconsistencies.
Conduct and continuously improve spatial data assessment processes, including:
Geometry validation (topology, overlaps, gaps).
Attribute consistency checks.
Metadata completeness and standardisation.
Review quality of the data in the GIS database:
Upload and manage datasets in the ArcGIS Online environment.
Ensure datasets are aligned to the dashboards and web applications.
Spatial Analysis and Custom Mapping Support
The GIS Officer will provide operational and analytical support for spatial data use across the organisation.
Produce maps on demand for:
Reports and donor submissions.
Presentations and internal analysis.
External communications.
Support MEL staff in spatial analysis, including:
Overlap analysis.
Advance analysis defined by MEL.
Prepare spatial datasets:
Ensure alignment with reporting templates (e.g., shapefiles, Excel integration).
Validate consistency between spatial and narrative data.
Improve workflows for:
Requesting custom maps and analyses.
Managing priorities and delivery timelines.
Data Management, Systems, and Workflow Improvement
The GIS Officer will contribute to strengthening internal GIS systems and processes
Improve data management procedures, including:
Dataset organisation and naming conventions.
Version control.
Archiving of spatial data and map products.
Support the setup and maintenance of data layers.
Develop and maintain templates for:
Map production.
Data submission and validation.
Ensure alignment with data governance principles, including:
Data integrity.
Responsible data use (especially for Indigenous territories).
Documentation and reproducibility.
Deliverables
Clean and integrated partner spatial datasets.
Consolidated the spatial database.
Updated GIS platform (ArcGIS Online) with accessible datasets.
Regular production of maps and spatial analysis outputs.
Documentation of data processes and methodologies.
Requirements:
The following offers an aspirational view of our ideal candidate profile; however, we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Environmental Science, or related field.
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in GIS and spatial data management.
Experience working with multi-source datasets and data cleaning.
Experience supporting international or multi-partner projects is a plus.
Experience or knowledge of working with Indigenous Peoples, Afro-descendent, and local communities on land/forest rights and territorial governance is an added advantage.
Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in:
ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Spatial data processing and analysis.
Experience with:
Data validation and quality control.
Knowledge of:
Spatial data formats (shapefiles, geodatabases, etc.).
Coordinate systems and projections.
Desirable:
Experience with automation tools (e.g., Python, ModelBuilder).
Experience with data integration across years and systems.
Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and data quality
Ability to manage complex datasets and workflows
Strong communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work in multicultural and remote teams
Sensitivity to Indigenous data sovereignty and ethical data management
Comments:
Reporting to: Data & Spatial Analyst Lead, MEL Programme Unit
Contract type: Fixed Term, one year with possibility to renew
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how you fulfil the requirements set out in the job announcement by clicking on the link below.
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The Flagship Fellowship is Watson Institute’s signature entrepreneurial and leadership development program, which includes a curriculum that has supported hundreds entrepreneurs worldwide. This fully-funded 16-week program brings together impact entrepreneurs for intensive training, committed mentorship, connections to capital, and a global peer community. The program begins with a virtual Immersive where Fellows from diverse backgrounds and sectors unite to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.
The Fellowship Offers
Business & Leadership Workshops
Participate in Watson Institute’s signature curriculum with hands-on sessions focused on entrepreneurship, business acumen, and financial literacy led by expert practitioners who are successful entrepreneurs themselves.
Financial Tools & Resources
Access practical financial tools, frameworks, and workshops designed to strengthen your venture’s financial foundation. Benefit from the expertise of practitioners and Watson Institute’s broader network of specialists supporting entrepreneurs at every stage.
Impact Series & Specialized Workshops
Engage with established entrepreneurs and community leaders through Watson Institute’s Impact Series, featuring workshops tailored to help you scale your business, expand your network, and deepen your leadership capacity.
Pitch Training & Virtual Summit
Develop and refine a professional, compelling pitch through dedicated training sessions. Present your venture’s progress and impact at the virtual Summit to community partners, mentors, potential investors, and peers from around the world.
Experts You Will Learn From
We recruit experts and entrepreneurs with the specific expertise needed to best serve you. They are brought on to share their insights, facilitate our workshops, and provide 1-on-1 guidance.
Key Dates
Program: August 11–November 24, 2026 Immersive: August 11–18, 2026 | Virtual Week 1: 8/11–8/14 (Tuesday–Friday) Week 2: 8/17–8/20 (Monday–Thursday) Virtual Summit: November 24, 2026 – Selected Fellows present their venture pitches to an engaged audience of entrepreneurs, community leaders, and peers
Schedule & Weekly Time Commitment
Weekly Workshops: Fellows participate in virtual workshops each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM MT. Weekly Time Commitment: 8–10 hours per week, including workshops, community building events, optional mentorship sessions, Basecamp planning and implementation, and Summit preparations.
Fellowships
The Flagship Fellowship Program brings together impact entrepreneurs whose ventures have demonstrated initial traction but need support to scale their impact. While each Fellowship addresses specific focus areas or geographic priorities, all Fellows participate in the same transformative program experience, creating a cohesive global community. When you apply to the Flagship Fellowship, you’ll be automatically considered for all the Fellowships it entails.
Luff Fellowship
Amount: 4 Fellows Location: Colorado, United States Eligibility: This Fellowship would find and support Colorado’s most promising impact-driven entrepreneurs.
Kenneth King Foundation Fellowship
Amount: 7 Fellows Location: Colorado, United States Eligibility: This Fellowship is designed for entrepreneurs who are deeply committed to creating positive change in their communities across Colorado, with ventures that expand economic opportunity and drive job creation.
Sustainability Fellowship
Amount: 2 Fellows Location: Not Specified Eligibility: This Fellowship is designed for driven entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions in environmental sustainability and climate change.
Venable Fellowship
Amount: 4 Fellows Location: South Florida, United States Eligibility: This Fellowship is designed for highly promising technology leaders across South Florida, bringing together founders who are building scalable, high growth companies while also contributing meaningfully to their local communities.
Eligibility: Is This Fellowship for Me?
Who you are
You are a founder, entrepreneur, or community-driven innovator leading a venture with demonstrated traction and a deep commitment to building impactful solutions. You bring a strong leadership presence and a desire to grow alongside a global community of changemakers.
Your Business Stage
Your business or organization has been operating for 1-5 years with fewer than 10 employees. You have engaged customers, measurable results, and have secured some funding through grants, investments, donations, or revenue, but you’re ready to grow to the next level.
Your Commitment
You must be able to commit to the full 16-week program, including the mandatory virtual Immersive from August 11–18, 2026, and weekly workshops held Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM MT. We prioritize participants who are fully committed to active engagement throughout the entire program. The program’s success depends on building a strong community where all participants are enthusiastic about both learning and sharing their experiences with others.
Where You Work
Location eligibility varies by specific fellowship; however, we welcome qualified applicants from all geographic regions.
What You Are Looking For
You seek expert-guided entrepreneurial training, a supportive community for feedback, a broad mentor network to enhance your leadership, and opportunities to challenge yourself by leading a Basecamp event and other initiatives that benefit your venture and community. You bring an entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset to this work.
Demographics
Adults 18 or Older.
Application Process
Submit Your Application
Candidates complete the online application in approximately 30 minutes. Submit by the priority deadline of June 28, 2026, for early consideration. Applications will continue to be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
Application Review
Our Admissions Committee evaluates applications to identify innovative entrepreneurs with scalable ventures and strong potential for impact. Early applicants receive priority consideration.
Interview
Selected candidates will be invited to a 20-minute Zoom interview to share their entrepreneurial journey, discuss their venture’s vision for growth, and explore how the Fellowship aligns with their goals.
Final Selection & Enrollment
Final decisions will be announced by July 9, 2026. Accepted applicants must confirm their enrollment to secure their spot.
Remote, based in Oceania / Pacific due to the regional specificity of the role
Type
Independent Contractor, Full-time equivalent
Duration
7 months (June 1 to December 31, 2026)
Time zones
Flexible, with some overlap expected for peer learning sessions
About Global Artivism
Global Artivism is a Global Majority-led movement that engages the full power of arts and culture to work toward a just world on a safe planet.
We are led by those most affected by injustice, particularly from the Global South, ensuring the movement reflects the cultural and demographic reality of the world. We understand art as praxis — an active force capable of mobilizing people, shifting narratives, and reshaping systems. Our cultural work is inseparable from struggles for justice, ecological integrity, and collective liberation.
The movement connects artists, cultural workers, and activists across regions, building the infrastructure, relationships, and resources for Artivism to lead lasting change.
Core Principles and Structure
These principles shape how we work, how we make decisions, and what we ask of everyone who joins us.
● Global Majority Leadership and South–South Solidarity.
● Distributed Power and Fluid Leadership.
● Artists at the Center, Culture as Strategy.
● Intersectional and Community-Centered.
● Trust Before Scale.
● Emergence as Method.
● Transparency and Accountability.
Global Artivism is governed by a Global Council representing artists, activists, and movement builders from across regions. The Movement Secretariat is the coordination team that supports the Council operationally.
The Role
Global Artivism is recruiting six Regional Fellows — one per region — to build and activate regional Artivist ecosystems in support of Global Artivism Month (planned October/November 2026) and the Global Virtual Assembly. Fellows will conduct research on regional artivism landscapes, activate community relationships, and convene regional gatherings that build solidarity and create consistent engagement rhythms.
Fellows are expected to bring deep community grounding in their region: existing relationships within cultural and activist networks, lived knowledge of the regional artivism landscape, and the capacity to bring people together around shared movement work. Research is a foundation for that work, not the end point.
The six regional areas are: Asia, Americas and Caribbean, Middle East / West Asia, Africa, Europe, and Oceania / Pacific.
Reports to Project Lead
Program Specialist (recruitment in progress)
Works closely with
Community and Partnerships Director, Global Artivism Month Specialist, Regional Fellows across other regions, Program staff, coordinators and volunteers
Project Leads Role titles describe functional scope and help people understand what a role does or who to contact. They do not map to decision-making authority, which at Global Artivism is distributed through governance structures, committees, and collaborative processes.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Ecosystem Research
● Map artivism actors, cultural organizations, social movements, and relevant networks within your region.
● Identify potential partners, campaign participants, featured voices, and contributor communities.
● Document the current state of cultural activism in your region: themes, tensions, and emerging directions.
● Track regional developments and events relevant to Global Artivism Month themes and programming.
Regional Gatherings and Community Activation
● Convene regional Artivist gatherings — virtual and where possible in-person — using formats and frameworks defined in collaboration with the Program Specialist. ● Activate relationships with regional partners, artists, and cultural networks identified through your research.
● Create conditions for peer exchange, solidarity building, and sustained engagement among regional Artivists.
● Document gathering outcomes and share learnings with the Program Specialist, other Program team members and wider Secretariat.
Research Documentation
● Produce structured research outputs — actor profiles, ecosystem briefs, landscape reports — within agreed timeframes.
● Ensure outputs are clear and usable by the Secretariat for campaign planning and partner outreach.
● Maintain organized records of sources, contacts, and findings.
● Contribute to the shared cross-regional knowledge base maintained by the Program Specialist and other Program team members.
Campaign and Program Support
● Feed research outputs and regional intelligence into Global Artivism Month toolkit development and regional activation planning.
● Support identification of regional voices, artists, and stories for campaign content.
● Coordinate with the Global Artivism Month Specialist on regional campaign delivery as needed.
● Brief the Program Specialist and relevant Secretariat staff on regional context for partner engagement and messaging.
Cross-Regional Learning
● Participate in peer learning exchanges with other Regional Fellows.
● Share regional insights that contribute to cross-regional understanding.
● Engage in collective reflection on methods, limitations, and learnings across the Fellow cohort.
Qualifications
Required
● Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information and present findings clearly.
● Deep community grounding in a specific regional artivism, cultural activism, or social justice context — through lived experience, community relationships, activist networks, or professional work.
● Experience facilitating community gatherings, network meetings, or peer learning sessions — formal or informal, in-person or virtual.
● Ability to work independently and produce structured outputs within defined timeframes.
● Good written communication in English. Proficiency in the language(s) of your region is a significant asset.
● Commitment to Global Artivism’s values, mission, and guiding principles.
Preferred
● Existing relationships within regional artivism, cultural activism, or social justice networks — this is a strong differentiator for this role.
● Experience activating or convening networks around shared movement goals.
● Experience with social movement research, cultural mapping, or ecosystem documentation.
● Interest in cross-regional learning and South-South knowledge exchange.
● Prior engagement with Global Artivism’s community or events.
Compensation and Work Arrangement
Monthly contractor fee: USD $900 to $1,500/month
All figures are monthly contractor fees, not employment salaries. This is an independent contractor engagement managed through Global Artivism’s fiscal sponsorship structure.
This role involves regular coordination across time zones. Contractors set their own schedules and are expected to participate in scheduled meetings and collaborative sessions, which are distributed across time zones where possible.
What We Offer
● Connection to a global network of Artivists, movement organizers, and cultural changemakers.
● Access to movement learning spaces and professional development opportunities. ● Connection to a cohort of Regional Research Fellows across six global regions. ● Access to inter-regional learning exchanges and collective reflection spaces. ● Contribution to movement knowledge production with lasting value beyond the fellowship term.
● Flexible remote work environment.
Our Commitment
We prioritize candidates from the Global South and Global Majority communities. We value movement experience, community organizing, and self-taught practice alongside formal credentials.
For this role, community grounding is a primary qualification. The most relevant knowledge for this work comes through living, organizing, and building relationships in a place. We give equal weight to experience gained through community organizing, cultural activism, and grassroots network coordination.
How to Apply
Send the following to team@globalartivism.ca by May 17, 2026 at midnight SAST (South Africa Standard Time). Use the role title as your subject line.
What to include
1. A CV, no more than two pages, in any format you prefer
2. A short written response, 300 to 400 words, answering the two questions below a. Tell us a little about yourself. What should we know about you beyond your CV? b. Tell us about a region, community, or context you know well. What would you
want to map or understand about Artivism there, and why does it matter? 3. One reference contact, name and relationship only
We will confirm receipt of all applications. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by May 25, 2026 and invited to up to two interview rounds. Panels will include members of the Global Council and Movement Secretariat.
If you need any accommodation to apply or participate in interviews, please let us know when you submit.
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