Great Global Impact Opps, PCDN Weekly Newsletter, Sep 24, 2024

September 24, 2024

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- 🔎 Learn AI tools to save dozens of hours a month and hundreds a year, freeing up time for deep impact work

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"I didn't know how to use AI in my work before. Now, I use many tools to make my work more efficient, giving me more time for impactful activities. This course is fun, packed with great resources, and both Craig and Cata are incredibly helpful." 

— Juliana G., Co-Founder of Low Carbon City, Medellín, Colombia (Echoing Green & Ashoka Fellow)

Social Impact Opportunities

Asylum Ventures | Investment Analyst

We're seeking a Venture Analyst to join our team and help us identify, evaluate, and support the next generation of exceptional founders. This role is perfect for someone who is already deeply immersed in the startup ecosystem, whether formally or informally, and is passionate about the intersection of the art and science in business.

Call for consultant(s) to support gender integration in policy and regulation for community-centred connectivity models

The LocNet team seeks a gender policy consultant/s to work with us on Gender Integration in Policy and Regulation for community-centred connectivity within the Local Access and Community Networks (LocNet) initiative.

Senior Program Associate, Peace and Recovery, Several Locations Possible

The Peace and Recovery Program (P&R) aims to improve outcomes for conflict-, crisis-, and violence-affected populations by building the evidence base and informing policy on reducing violence and fragility, promoting peace, and preventing, managing, and recovering from crises. The program does this through research project development, supporting projects through competitive research funds, providing technical assistance to research projects, disseminating results, and equipping policymakers and practitioners to use emerging evidence. The Senior Program Associate will support P&R’s rule of law, justice, civilian security, and violence reduction portfolio. 

Volunteer Engagement Manager, Child Rights and You America

The Volunteer Engagement Manager will be responsible for leading and expanding CRY America’s national volunteer programs, ensuring robust volunteer retention and acquisition, and driving the success of key volunteer-led fundraising events

Fight Inequality Alliance Several Job Openings, Many Remote

Find jobs with our small staff team of changemakers and organisers who power our grassroots organising action for a just, equal and sustainable world.

Regional Coordinator - Africa
National Alliances & Membership Officer
Regional Coordinator - LAC
Human Resources Officer
Communication & Media Officer
Admin and Logistics Officer
Campaign & Mobilisation Officer
Digital Strategist
Finance & Legal Officer

Assistant Program Officer, Latin America, and the Caribbean (LAC), NED, DC (featured post)

We seek a motivated, energetic, organized, and resourceful Assistant Program Officer, Latin America, and the Caribbean (LAC).

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - African Climate Stories Fellowship 2024

Interested in pushing boundaries for solutions with ideas and stories that inspire climate action? Then this is for you! African Climate Stories uses relatable narratives, immersive experiences, and interactive media to raise awareness and inspire action on Africa's diverse environmental challenges. African Climate Stories Fellowship is our flagship program aimed at sparking creative actions and inspiring stories to address pressing environmental challenges across communities in Africa. Through this 2024 call for applications, 30 Fellows will be selected from across Africa for an immersive project-based fellowship experience.

Consultoría en comunicación para protección social y empleo in Washington DC, United States - Headquarters

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Joke of the day:

🌱 Why don’t environmentalists ever get lost?

Because they always follow the green path! 🌍💚

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🌟 Top News

- A Fight Against a Possible Injustice: Marcellus Williams' Case 

The Atlantic covers the troubling case of Marcellus Williams, whose scheduled execution in Missouri raises serious questions about justice and evidence reliability. This story highlights the ongoing struggle against flaws in the criminal justice system, emphasizing the need for reforms that ensure fair trials and prevent wrongful executions.

- Good Citizens and Moral Catastrophes 

The Templeton Foundation explores how everyday people can sometimes participate in actions that lead to large-scale moral failures. This thought-provoking piece delves into how we can foster the courage and compassion necessary to act responsibly, even in challenging circumstances.

- Podcast: Careers at the Intersection of Technology, Training, and Upskilling 

Check out the latest episode of the PCDN podcast featuring experts discussing how to shape future careers that blend technology, training, and upskilling. A must-listen for those interested in creating change through innovation and capacity-building.

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📌Org Profile : United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

  USIP is dedicated to the mission of building peace and resolving conflicts worldwide. They offer a range of job opportunities in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, policy analysis, and research. An excellent organization for those passionate about contributing to global peace efforts.  

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