Announcing the Global Social Venture Competition (GSVC) ASIA – AFRICA 2013

Global Social Venture Competition (GSVC) ASIA – AFRICA 2013

Calling all for-profit business ideas that create high social impact

The GSVC is the world’s largest and oldest student-led business plan competition whose mission is to promote entrepreneurial businesses that:

·         have clear and measurable social objectives and impact

·         are financially sustainable, i.e. profitable or self-supporting through revenue generation

The Indian School of Business (ISB) as the Asia – Africa Partner is responsible for promoting the GSVC in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, UAE and in parts of Africa, especially Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Botswana, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda and Namibia.

Eligibility for participation:

·         Teams must have at least one member currently enrolled in any full time masters level (post graduate) programme or who has completed such a course within the last two years (not before 2011)

·         Team size: minimum 3, maximum 5

·         Existing social ventures that are less than three years old can apply as long as the above two criteria are satisfied

For more information, do visit our website at www.isb.edu/gsvc   

Important dates:

1.      December 27, 2012: Submission of Final Business Plans to ISB at gsvc@isb.edu

2.      January 12, 2013: Preliminary evaluation of B-plans at ISB

3.      March 8 - 10, 2013: GSVC Asia - Africa Regional Finals at ISB

5.      April 10 - 13, 2013: Global Finals at Haas, Berkeley

Regards,

The ISB-GSVC Team

S Subramonia Sarma Mayura Balasubramanian Saumya Joshi Anitha Pothini gsvc@isb.edu www.isb.edu/gsvc 040-2318 7157 / 7193 Follow GSVC on

2012 INNOVATION CHALLENGES @ ROCKEFELLER FOUNDATION

ARE YOU A 21ST CENTURY PROBLEM-SOLVER?

 

To mark the centennial of The Rockefeller Foundation, we are seeking the knowledge and innovative ideas that will solve problems for the next 100 years.

 

In the face of these 21st century realities, achieving the Foundation's overall goal to build resilience and more equitable growth, especially for poor or vulnerable people, relies in part on our commitment to a continuing search for, and openness to, new ideas and new ways of building solutions to these complex crises.

 

As many as 9 out of 15 finalists will be selected by the Foundation to apply for up to $100,000 in grant support to further develop or implement their ideas.

 

ENTER BY MAY 25, 2012

 

More information here http://centennial.rockefellerfoundation.org/challenge   

World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP)

World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank.

It is a unique opportunity for young people who have both a passion for international development and the potential to become future global leaders. The Program is designed for highly qualified and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to the World Bank's operations such as, economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource management.


In order to be competitive for this highly selective program, candidates need to demonstrate a commitment to development, proven academic success, professional achievement, and leadership capability. We value diversity in our workplace, and encourage qualified men and women with diverse professional, academic and cultural backgrounds to apply.

Since its inception, the YP Program has hired over 1,500 people who now hold position ranging from entry-level to vice presidents and managing directors. It is a unique opportunity to experience development and gain exposure to the World Bank's operations and policies.

World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2012

Minimum Requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be eligible for the Young Professionals Program.

• Be 32 years of age or younger
• Have a Master’s degree or equivalent
• Be fluent in English
• Be fully proficient in one or more of the Bank’s working languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish
• Specialize in a field relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource management
• Have at least 3 years of relevant experience at the policy level or continued academic study at the doctoral level.

Additional Qualifications
In order to be competitive for the limited number of positions, a combination of the following credentials is highly desirable:

• Display a commitment and passion for international development
• Possess outstanding academic credentials
• Exhibit excellent client engagement and team leadership skills
• Have international development country experience
• Be motivated to relocate and undertake country assignments

Please note that the Young Professionals Program does not recruit individuals with degrees in disciplines such as: Computer Science, HR, Accounting, Marketing, Law and Linguistics unless they are combined with other relevant degrees that are listed above.

Application Deadline
30th June, 2012

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Program Manager needed at the International Youth Foundation, USA

PURPOSE

Oversee the IYF Global Fellowship Program for Young Social Innovators and manage a portfolio of country programs.    

SUMMARY
The International Youth Foundation (IYF), a global nonprofit organization that works to improve the lives and conditions of young people worldwide, is seeking a Program Manager to contribute to the growth of a premier IYF program focused on youth-led social innovation, including the management of a vibrant network of young social entrepreneurs, and expansion of the program in multiple countries. The ideal candidate will have experience managing programs, entrepreneurial drive, innovative thinking, and knowledge about youth-led social innovation field. This full-time position will be based in Baltimore, MD.  For more information please consult www.iyfnet.org.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day management of the YouthActionNet® Global Fellowship program from Fellow recruitment to program implementation.
• Manage the YouthActionNet® Global Fellows Network and design creative ways to ensure long-term engagement of alumni.
• Lead the management and expansion of YouthActionNet® National Institutes in selected countries as designated.
• Support program evaluation and impact assessment efforts including: data collection, analysis and sharing of learnings with key stakeholders.
• Conduct specific research and document innovative approaches to community development emerging out of the YouthActionNet® Global Fellows Network.
• Be an authoritative spokesperson for the program in a variety of settings, including external meetings with donors as well as public presentations for key stakeholders. 
• Manage special projects and events organized by the program and institution (e.g. briefings for funders, meeting minutes, conferences/workshops, monthly program reports, mailings, etc.) as designated.
• Provide support to the Program Director in the preparation of grant proposals and other documents to support resource generation activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience and a Master’s Degree in international development or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of positive youth development, preferably in the area of youth leadership and social innovation/entrepreneurship. 
• Strong understanding of positive youth development, preferably in the area of youth leadership and social innovation/entrepreneurship. 
• Experience working internationally highly preferred.
• Familiarity with technology standards, emerging technologies, and social media best practices preferred.
• Experience working with public-private partnerships and/or corporate-funded programs preferred. 
• Ability to think analytically, assume responsibility, be creative, work independently and as part of a team, and establish priorities. 
• The ability to work successfully within a variety of cross-cultural settings and make judgments in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required. Communications must be clear and courteous, especially in dealing with diverse cultures and languages. 
• Ability to communicate in a second language, verbally and in writing, highly preferred.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and computer software skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  
• Readiness/availability to travel with some frequency to other countries.

LOCATION
Baltimore, MD USA

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FOUNDATION
The International Youth Foundation (IYF) is a global nonprofit organization that works with the business, government, and civil society sectors in 70 countries to improve the lives and conditions of young people worldwide. Founded in 1990, IYF equips today's youth with the necessary skills to be healthy, productive and civically engaged individuals. To deepen its impact, IYF scales up effective and sustainable programs that are making a lasting difference in young lives. IYF receives support from bilateral and multilateral donor agencies, companies, foundations and individuals.  International Youth Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

for more information on how to apply see http://www.iyfnet.org/node/2181