Ghana: Program Director, Ghana Urban Renewal Program, CHF International

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Jul 20, 2007

The Program Manager will oversee and manage all Ghana-based field activities of the Urban Renewal Implementation and Learning Initiative focusing on urban renewal in select cities in Ghana. Strong background in urban and slum upgrading, community development, local economic development and/or public administration. Minimum 7 years experience in program management in domestic and/or international contexts. Strong track record of working with various government and foundation donors and NGO imp...read more

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South Africa: Secretary General, CIVICUS

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Jul 20, 2007

Based in Johannesburg, CIVICUS seeks a new Secretary General, an inspiring and energetic leader who will be responsible for the global coordination and implementation of the mission, overseeing organizational day-to-day operations, and global fundraising and programmatic operations around the world. The position requires at least 8 years proven senior-level managerial, problem-solving and strategic planning capability and commensurate fiscal responsibilities required, preferably as an executi...read more

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Uganda: Chief of Party, ACDI/VOCA

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Jul 20, 2007

We are currently seeking a Program Manager for an upcoming one-year program in Uganda. This program focuses on rebuilding communities in northern Uganda and helping transitional IDPs get back on the road to self-sustainability. Program components include road rehabilitation, land clearing, and crop production and harvesting. The project office will be located in Gulu. Hiring is contingent upon award from donor; anticipated start date is September. We require minimum of 8 years of in internati...read more

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South Africa: International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission

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Jul 24, 2007

We are currently seeking a committed individual to join us as Africa Research and Policy Associate (Horn, East and Central Africa), for a fixed-term, one-year position. Our program staff works both regionally and thematically.

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Africa: Managing Editors - CODESRIA

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Jul 26, 2007

The Council for the Development of Social Research in Africa (CODESRIA) invites applications for three Managing editor positions. Under the overall authority of the Executive Secretary and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer (Publications and Dissemination), the managing editors, will be expected to serve primarily as the officers responsible for the day-to-day management of the CODESRIA publications that fall within their portfolio. All applications must be received by 31 ...read more

Africa: Executive Secretary - AFARD/AAWORD

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Jul 19, 2007

The Association of African Women for Research & Development (AAWORD) invites applications from suitably qualified African Women scholars/administrators for the post of Executive Secretary (ES). This position is the highest management post in the Secretariat and the successful candidate shall be responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the Secretariat and the affairs of the association. CLOSING DATE July 20th , 2007.

Africa: The State of Philanthropy in Africa - Call for Abstracts

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Jul 19, 2007

TrustAfrica is pleased to announce the first in a series of publications on the state of philanthropy in Africa. TrustAfrica is soliciting abstracts of papers that can help measure the state of philanthropy in Africa. Successful abstracts will be developed into book chapters that will be published in the beginning of 2008. Abstracts (250 words maximum) are due no later than September 15, 2007.

Kenya: 2nd Annual Connecting Rural Communities Africa Forum 2007

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Jul 19, 2007

The 2nd Annual Connecting Rural Communities Africa Forum 2007 will bring together African government officials, senior figures from African regulatory authorities and international ICT experts who are leading the private sector connectivity drive to discuss key challenges, opportunities and benefits of connecting rural Africa. The event runs from 21st – 24th August 2007.

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Africa: Annan urges stronger links between farmers and researchers

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Jul 19, 2007

Former United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan has urged African farmers to build stronger links with scientists and research institutions as part of their efforts to boost food production on the continent. He also said that, whatever the potential future benefits of genetically modified (GM) crops, conventional seed breeding currently represented an important path towards securing a 'green revolution' in Africa, and thus of decreasing Africa's dependence on food aid.

Africa: Population Report highlights continent's challenges

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Jul 19, 2007

The Africa Population Report has revealed that poverty, unemployment, poor health and malnutrition are some of the biggest challenges facing social growth and development on the continent. Speaking at the opening of the 6th General Assembly of the African Population Commission in Johannesburg on Monday, South Africa's Deputy Minister for Social Development, Dr Jean Swanson-Jacobs, highlighted these issues and advocated a call to action.

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