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UNEP-Georgetown Global Environmental and Sustainability Fellowship Program: Building the Capacity of Environmental Lawyers
In 2016, UNEP and Georgetown University Law Center joined forces to develop a Global Environmental and Sustainability Law Fellowship Program to train public sector lawyers from developing countries who work on environmental and sustainability issues related to environmental law, natural resource law, or related areas of law. to ultimately promote the rule of environmental law.
Successful fellows will receive an LL.M in Environmental and Energy Law from the Law Center. Georgetown Law offers more than 60 courses in environmental and energy law and closely related disciplines, ranging from core courses in environmental law, energy law, and natural resource law to specialized seminars in environmental justice, energy law, and environmental law, food, and drug law. , energy trade and the intersection of business, sustainability and human rights, taught by world-renowned professors and practitioners. Upon graduation, students will gain international experience in environmental law and policy with the United Nations by working at UNEP headquarters or in regional offices for three months.
In the new phase of the program, UNEP and Georgetown Law School are now inviting National Focal Points (NFPs) of the Environmental Law Program in Montevideo to nominate candidates via email. The Montevideo Program is UNEP’s flagship program in environmental law.

The program helps cover tuition fees for candidates who would otherwise not be able to afford an LL.M degree focused on environmental law. The fellowship will cover tuition fees, necessary travel and living expenses for the three-month period at UNEP headquarters or regional offices. We strongly recommend that candidates seek an external source of funding for living expenses while in Washington, DC. Program Requirements:
To be eligible for this fellowship, a candidate must:
reside in a developing country;
have the necessary qualifications to practice law in their home country;
be currently employed by a state or local government entity; and
practice environmental law, energy law, natural resources law, or a related legal field.
Fellows must commit to returning to their home country to continue working in public sector environmental law and policy for at least three years. Application Procedure
National Focal Points (NFPs) of the Environmental Law Program in Montevideo are invited to propose candidates by email to unep-montevideo@un.org. Applications should be accompanied by a CV of the candidate, no more than two pages. Each NFP may nominate up to two candidates. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated, and selected candidates will receive an application fee waiver from Georgetown.
Any other interested candidates may apply directly to Georgetown and indicate their interest in the scholarship in their LL.M. application. Applicants applying directly are not eligible for the application fee waiver. Please visit the Georgetown Law School Admissions website for application forms and other information about requirements, deadlines, and processes. Along with their application to Georgetown Law School, all applicants must submit a supplemental essay of 500 words or less on an environmental law or policy issue of particular interest. Deadline is here: http://www.law.georgetown.edu/go/unep

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  • Request for Expression of Interest (EOI) to Office Space rental of approximately 7500 square feet net internal usable space with 12 Station Wagons type vehicles parking facility

Request for Expression of Interest (EOI) to Office Space rental of approximately 7500 square feet net internal usable space with 12 Station Wagons type vehicles parking facility.

CXB/EOI/2025/001: Office Space rental of approximately 7500 square feet net internal usable space with 12 Station Wagons type vehicles parking facility.

Deadline for the submission of EOI: 14:00hrs, 28 February 2025 (Dhaka time). For more information, go to: https://www.who.int/bangladesh/news/articles-detail/request-for-expression-of-interest-(eoi)-to-office-space-rental-of-approximately-7500-square-feet-net-internal-usable-space-with-12-station-wagons-type-vehicles-parking-facility

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Call for Enumerators at Diadem Consult

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Diadem Consults Initiative Limited / GTE, is a provider of solutions and services for complex health and environmental issues. It is fully Nigerian-owned and was founded in 2010 by a dynamic and qualified team of professionals from various disciplines.
We are recruiting to fill the following position:
Job Title: Census Taker
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job Type: Contract
Duration of Contract: 3 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The Census Taker will be responsible for the following tasks:
Collect field data from beneficiaries of humanitarian intervention
Support the management of qualitative and quantitative survey data. Complete daily tasks assigned and submit collected notes to the supervisor. Support the documentation of lessons learned, best practices and innovations tested in program design. Eligibility Criteria
Education:
A relevant degree in social sciences or a related field (e.g., international development, public health, evaluation, statistics or economics, evaluation or a related field). Required Skills and Experience:
At least five (2) years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing and implementing results-based RME activities. Hands-on experience in collecting qualitative and quantitative data
Experience in field research and evaluation for a donor-funded project is an asset. Hands-on knowledge in collecting data for research. Experience in conducting assessments, data collection, document/data review, transcribing survey recordings, and writing narrative reports. Specific experience with ODK and Microsoft Office suites. Experience in data analysis (for data quality sources)
Well-developed interpersonal skills in communication and relationship building. Good people management skills and excellent verbal communication skills
Ethics of telephone communication. Ability to listen, adapt, persuade to respond. Language Requirements:
Each candidate must be proficient in the following languages:
English: written and spoken
Verbal proficiency in at least two (2) Nigerian languages, which may include Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Efik, Kanuri, Pidgin and Uroboh
Closing date for applications
26th January 2025. How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates must: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0BVfmZ8-J0ayFyfmv53zbOW4j09tAf1PnCHZmYBO5m5URVdOSDIzRUlXWFk2VVg3M1ZCUkw3NEdORS4u&route=shorturl

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Blakskill Limited, in exclusive partnership with a well-known company in the logistics industry, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Risk Officer to ensure the accuracy and integrity of inventory management processes. This role involves examining and verifying the physical presence of goods in a warehouse, comparing them with recorded data, and identifying discrepancies. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in maintaining effective inventory control, reducing risk and preventing losses due to error or theft.
Job Description (Summary)
As a Risk Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory management processes. This role involves meticulously examining and verifying the physical presence of goods in a warehouse, comparing them with recorded data, and identifying discrepancies. The risk manager plays a crucial role in maintaining effective inventory control and preventing losses due to errors or theft.
Warehouse Control:
Recording daily stock/inventory movements
Performing regular and systematic audits of stock levels to verify accuracy. Inventory tracking and updating proper data
Comparing physical counts of items with information from the inventory management system. Data Accuracy:
Ensure that all inventory data, including product codes, quantities, and locations, is accurately recorded and updated in the system. Investigating and resolving discrepancies between physical counts and system records. Reports:
Generate and analyze inventory audit reports, highlighting deviations, trends, and potential issues/risks. Provide detailed and timely daily/weekly/monthly reports to management, suggesting corrective actions as needed. Compliance:
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations regarding inventory management. Assist in implementing best practices to improve inventory control processes. Collaboration:
Work closely with the warehouse manager and teams to coordinate inventory audits without disrupting daily operations. Communicate effectively with relevant departments to address and resolve inventory discrepancies. Security Measures:
Work with security personnel to implement measures that prevent theft, damage or unauthorized access to storage areas. Participate in stock loss investigations and propose preventive measures.
Required Qualifications and Experience
BSc/HND or above in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management or a related field
Must have at least 2 years experience in a supply chain/inventory management environment
Strong knowledge of MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint and general computer usage
Ability to effectively manage competing project deadlines in a high-pressure work environment with varying degrees of supervision.
Strong attention to detail and ability to uncover discrepancies in data. Apply via: https://blakskill.com/find-jobs/risk-officer-(logistics)-at-blakskill-limited-in-nigeria-67936eaa50181a236aa1b1a8.

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