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International Organization for Migration Seeks Project Associates for Reintegration Efforts

International Organization for Migration Seeks Project Associates for Reintegration Efforts

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations-related agency established in 1951, is actively recruiting for multiple Project Associate positions focused on reintegration. These roles are offered under affiliate contracts and are crucial for supporting the implementation of reintegration projects. The selected candidates will work under the supervision of a Senior Project Associate and will also provide support to other Protection projects and teams, ensuring coordination with other programmatic units within the mission. The IOM emphasizes its commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. These positions require a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields such as economics, management, social work, international relations, or public administration, along with at least three years of relevant experience, particularly in working with vulnerable groups like migrants, refugees, and victims of trafficking.
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International Organization for Migration Supports Bangladesh in Strengthening Migration Governance

International Organization for Migration Supports Bangladesh in Strengthening Migration Governance

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations-related agency, is collaborating with the Government of Bangladesh on the "PROTTASHA II – STRENGTHENED SERVICE DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVED MIGRATION MANAGEMENT AND SUSTAINABLE REINTEGRATION" project. This initiative aims to enhance migration governance, institutional coordination, and service delivery systems within Bangladesh. A key component of this project involves IOM supporting the Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment (MoEWOE) and its affiliated institution, the Wage Earners’ Welfare Board (WEWB). Specifically, IOM is engaging a consultant to develop a comprehensive Staff Capacity Development and Annual Professional and Technical Training Plan for WEWB. This plan will identify professional and technical competencies required for various positions within WEWB, assess capacity-development needs, and establish a structured training framework to improve the quality and consistency of services for Bangladeshi migrant...
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Pacific's new climate fund gets $15 million boost but remains far below target

Pacific's new climate fund gets $15 million boost but remains far below target

By Peter Hobson NADI, Fiji, Oct 7 (Reuters) - Nations including Fiji and Ireland said on Wednesday they were donating about $15 million to a fund to finance climate resilience and adaptation projects in Pacific islands, but pledges remain far below the fund's target. 
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International Trade Centre Seeks National Project Coordinator for Ethical Fashion Initiative in Lesotho

International Trade Centre Seeks National Project Coordinator for Ethical Fashion Initiative in Lesotho

The International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations, is seeking a National Project Coordinator for its Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) in Maseru, Lesotho. This role is part of the Wool and Mohair Value Chain Competitiveness Project (WaMCoP), led by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition. The project aims to enhance the climate resilience and market beneficiation of the wool and mohair sub-sector, with a specific focus on small producers and value chain enterprises. The EFI component, which the coordinator will manage, focuses on business development and cottage industry, promoting international-market linked cottage industries. The coordinator will be responsible for developing new areas in hand spinning, handloom weaving, hand knitting, and other artisanal skills, providing tailored technical advice, training, and building market linkages. The position requires a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in proj...
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UNICEF Seeks Maintenance and Development for Global Giving Platform 2 (GGP2)

UNICEF Seeks Maintenance and Development for Global Giving Platform 2 (GGP2)

UNICEF has issued an open tender for the 'Maintenance, Enhancement Development, and Market Support of Global Giving Platform 2 (GGP2)'. This tender, categorized under ICT & Telecommunications, is for a long-term global contract. UNICEF, a United Nations Program headquartered in New York City, provides humanitarian and developmental assistance to children and mothers in developing countries. The tender details are available on DevelopmentAid, which specifies that it does not submit tenders on behalf of applicants but provides official documents and instructions for direct application to the contracting authority. The platform, GGP2, is crucial for UNICEF's operations, likely facilitating its global giving initiatives and outreach.
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Angelina Jolie Highlights Extensive Destruction in Gaza with Satellite Imagery, Calls for Urgent Aid

Angelina Jolie Highlights Extensive Destruction in Gaza with Satellite Imagery, Calls for Urgent Aid

Angelina Jolie, a former United Nations special envoy, has drawn attention to the widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip by sharing satellite images that depict the extensive damage caused by the Israeli war. The images, comparing areas before and after the conflict, show entire neighborhoods reduced to rubble, including homes, schools, universities, hospitals, roads, and water systems. Citing UN satellite analysis from June, Jolie stated that 82% of structures in Gaza have been damaged, with roughly two-thirds of these assessed as destroyed. She also highlighted that 1.98 million people, or 94% of Gaza’s population, are in urgent need of shelter assistance and essential items as winter approaches, noting that aid and shelter materials continue to face restrictions and delays. Jolie emphasized that while satellite imagery reveals the physical scale of destruction, it cannot fully convey the human impact on those who have lost family members or are struggling to survive.
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Costa Rica's Grynspan ahead in race to be next UN chief, sources say

Costa Rica's Grynspan ahead in race to be next UN chief, sources say

By Olivia Le Poidevin and Antoni Slodkowski UNITED NATIONS, Oct 7 (Reuters) - An informal poll by the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday placed former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan as the frontrunner in the race to become the 10th UN secretary-general, two sources close ‌to
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World Space Week 2026 celebrates a year of rocket launch milestones

World Space Week 2026 celebrates a year of rocket launch milestones

World Space Week couldn't come at a better time amid a year when Artemis astronauts ventured near the moon and SpaceX's Starship reached orbit.
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International Organization for Migration Seeks Financial Compliance Intern in Geneva

International Organization for Migration Seeks Financial Compliance Intern in Geneva

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a Related Organization of the United Nations established in 1951, is seeking an Intern for its Financial Compliance Support Unit in Geneva, Switzerland. This internship aims to attract talented students and graduates interested in migration-related programs and activities, specifically those with a background in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. The intern will support the Financial Compliance and Support Unit (FCSU) within the Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM) by assisting with financial compliance activities, business process improvement initiatives related to Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP (WAVE), and digital transformation efforts. The role also involves stakeholder coordination and administrative support for various meetings and initiatives. The IOM promotes humane and orderly migration, working with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to provide services and advice to gov...
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International Organization for Migration (IOM) Seeks National Project Officer in Abuja, Nigeria

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Seeks National Project Officer in Abuja, Nigeria

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is actively recruiting for a National Project Officer specializing in Private Sector Engagement. This position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, and is offered as a Special Short Term Graded contract with an initial duration of six months, potentially extending up to nine months. The application deadline for this role is October 16, 2026. Candidates are required to possess either a Master's Degree in fields such as International Relations, International Development, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, or Law, with at least five years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, applicants with a Bachelor's Degree in these fields and a minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience will also be considered. The IOM, established in 1951, operates as a related organization of the United Nations and is a leading inter-governmental body focused on promoting humane and orderly migration globally. It collaborates with governmental, interg...
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Ireland Commits EUR 4.5 Million to WFP Uganda for School Meals and Self-Reliance Initiatives in Karamoja

Ireland Commits EUR 4.5 Million to WFP Uganda for School Meals and Self-Reliance Initiatives in Karamoja

The Government of Ireland has provided EUR 4.5 million to the UN World Food Programme (WFP) in Uganda. This funding is designated to support self-reliance and social protection initiatives in the drought-affected Karamoja region. The program aims to benefit over 221,000 schoolchildren through daily meals, assist 108,000 smallholder farmers, and help 19,200 refugees and host communities transition towards self-reliance. Additionally, WFP will strengthen social protection systems in Karamoja by providing regular cash payments to 5,100 mothers, young children, and older people. This initiative seeks to enhance communities' resilience to shocks, protect access to education, and foster long-term livelihoods in a region severely impacted by prolonged drought.
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Myanmar Repatriates Nearly 1,500 Nationals from Malaysia Amidst UN Warnings

Myanmar Repatriates Nearly 1,500 Nationals from Malaysia Amidst UN Warnings

Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals were repatriated from Malaysia on Sunday, arriving in their home country aboard three Myanmar Navy ships. These individuals had completed sentences for immigration offenses in Malaysia. The repatriation scheme has been described as opaque by rights monitors, who express concerns about the safety of the returnees. The United Nations and various rights groups had previously warned against such repatriations, citing the volatile security and humanitarian situation in Myanmar, which has been embroiled in civil war since a 2021 military coup. Concerns include the potential for persecution and forced military conscription for those returning. While Malaysia insists the repatriations were voluntary, the UN refugee agency stated its staff were not allowed to meet migrants to confirm their decisions were genuinely free and informed. Families gathered at the Thanlyin naval base in Yangon, hoping for immediate reunions, but were informed that returnees would first be taken to different ...