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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2015 14:27:14 -0500
From: info@devex.com
To: georgeokello_8@hotmail.com
Subject: For development professionals, more of the same
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June 18, 2015
QUOTABLE
"We feel it is always easier to raise money for a crisis that is on
the front page, that is on the 6 o'clock news, but it is difficult to
raise money for those that are unseen, that are invisibly suffering."
— Kristalina Georgieva, European Commission vice president for budget
and human resources
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DEVELOPMENT BUZZ
For development professionals, more of the same
By Kelli Rogers
Nearly two years ago I wrote that the expat era isn't dead; it's just different.
I stand by that statement — now with a few more numbers to back me up.
In a recent Devex survey aiming to predict the future development
professional, an unsurprising 83 percent of respondents identified
that in 10 years, the technology, skills and approaches used by those
in this sector will be significantly different than they are today.
It's unsurprising because in the last few years, localization has gone
from a new term to rolling off the tongue; "integrators" have
relocated from wish list to must-have; doing good from the private
sector goes far beyond corporate social responsibility; and some of
the
largest global development institutions continue to undergo internal
reform to make their operations more effective — just to name a
handful of ongoing evolutions.
For development professionals, it's more of the same — if the same is
constant change.
Development job seekers have always faced a changing industry, and
those who find success are adaptable and creative in the way they
enter the field, which the recently conducted survey, in partnership
with the U.S.
Agency for International Development and Population Service
International, helps to highlight.
What tools, skills and approaches does the next generation need to
thrive? The survey results paint the picture of a flexible
professional with a holistic view of development work and perhaps even
an unexpected, or at least well rounded, expertise.
Ninety percent of respondents, for example, believe in 10 years it
will be more important for professionals to have a basic understanding
of working with a wide range of funders than a deep specialization
working with one specific funder, challenging the status quo of most
professionals
specializing in just one.
READ more ON DEVEX.COM |
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Skater girl
A skateboard can get you from A to B and is oftentimes used to perform tricks.
But for this Aghan girl, it's so much more.
Get the full picture and share your own with us on Facebook.
#INNOV8AID
Bitcoin technology for land administration?
Contrary to what a recent Forbes magazine article argues, Blockchain, the
underlying technology of cryptocurrency Bitcoin, will not end global
poverty, but it does have potential to improve the security and
transparency of land transactions, according to Frank Pichel, Cadasta
Foundation co-founder and chief program officer.
READ MORE ON DEVEX.COM
VUVUZELA
Sounding off on IRD's planned legal action against USAID
IRD is about to sue what was once its biggest funder, the U.S.
Agency for International Development.
The news, reported last week by Devex, came five months since USAID
announced it would no longer provide new funding to IRD due to the
latter's alleged misconduct.
IRD told Devex that the decision to pursue legal action against USAID
is designed to lift the suspension, arguing that the agency committed
"arbitrary, capricious abuse of discretion" by "completely ignoring"
its massive reorganization efforts, new financial safeguards
and ouster of the board of directors.
This, they said, is in violation of the "Administrative Procedure Act."
"I know from experience, litigation is the natural next step when so
much evidence is missing," said Roger Ervin, who took the helm at IRD
in December 2014.
However, there was very little sympathy toward IRD among some of the
Devex readers who commented on the latest developments.
Read more and join the conversation!
SPONSORED ANNOUNCEMENT
Apply now: Specialized course on leadership for development
TThe International Institute for Local Development and its partners
invite you to participate in a highly professional and specialized
course focusing on leadership for development.
The sessions will take place July through November (see below) and
will feature recognized international trainers.
Whether you work in the private sector, an NGO, a government
department, the United Nations or other development organizations,
this course presents a unique opportunity to augment knowledge,
network and drive your career forward.
Development initiatives are more often than not delivered through
projects and project teams that come together especially for that
purpose.
This five-day course aims to provide an overview of organizational
leadership theories, processes and best practices to help facilitate
effective and efficient sustainable people-centered development.
At the core, the course helps leaders address the big question of how
they aim to provide, with a specific focus, constant and consistent
value to their defined stakeholders.
It is easy to lose sight of that when, for example work is dictated
by shifting donors, themes of funding and other similar issues.
The course uses a balanced approach to explore leadership
effectiveness, leadership development and the design of a practical
action plan for leadership effectiveness.
Workshop 1: July 27-31, 2015
Workshop 2: Aug.
3-7, 2015
Workshop 3: Aug.
31-September 4, 2015
Workshop 4: Oct.
19-23, 2015
Workshop 5: Nov.
2-6, 2015
Due to limited space, you are advised to get your application in promptly.
To download the course brochure or application form, please click here.
For any queries, please send an email to training@iildev.org.
GDB - The Weekly Global Development Briefing for the Devex Community |
Copyright 2014 | Unauthorized commercial reapplication, reproduction
or retransmission, in whole or in part, is prohibited.
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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2015 14:27:14 -0500
From: info@devex.com
To: georgeokello_8@hotmail.com
Subject: For development professionals, more of the same
To view this email as a web page, click here
To ensure delivery to your inbox, please add info@devex.com to your
address book.
June 18, 2015
QUOTABLE
"We feel it is always easier to raise money for a crisis that is on
the front page, that is on the 6 o'clock news, but it is difficult to
raise money for those that are unseen, that are invisibly suffering."
— Kristalina Georgieva, European Commission vice president for budget
and human resources
Be the first to see and share each week's Quotable by liking Devex on Facebook
DEVELOPMENT BUZZ
For development professionals, more of the same
By Kelli Rogers
Nearly two years ago I wrote that the expat era isn't dead; it's just different.
I stand by that statement — now with a few more numbers to back me up.
In a recent Devex survey aiming to predict the future development
professional, an unsurprising 83 percent of respondents identified
that in 10 years, the technology, skills and approaches used by those
in this sector will be significantly different than they are today.
It's unsurprising because in the last few years, localization has gone
from a new term to rolling off the tongue; "integrators" have
relocated from wish list to must-have; doing good from the private
sector goes far beyond corporate social responsibility; and some of
the
largest global development institutions continue to undergo internal
reform to make their operations more effective — just to name a
handful of ongoing evolutions.
For development professionals, it's more of the same — if the same is
constant change.
Development job seekers have always faced a changing industry, and
those who find success are adaptable and creative in the way they
enter the field, which the recently conducted survey, in partnership
with the U.S.
Agency for International Development and Population Service
International, helps to highlight.
What tools, skills and approaches does the next generation need to
thrive? The survey results paint the picture of a flexible
professional with a holistic view of development work and perhaps even
an unexpected, or at least well rounded, expertise.
Ninety percent of respondents, for example, believe in 10 years it
will be more important for professionals to have a basic understanding
of working with a wide range of funders than a deep specialization
working with one specific funder, challenging the status quo of most
professionals
specializing in just one.
READ more ON DEVEX.COM |
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Skater girl
A skateboard can get you from A to B and is oftentimes used to perform tricks.
But for this Aghan girl, it's so much more.
Get the full picture and share your own with us on Facebook.
#INNOV8AID
Bitcoin technology for land administration?
Contrary to what a recent Forbes magazine article argues, Blockchain, the
underlying technology of cryptocurrency Bitcoin, will not end global
poverty, but it does have potential to improve the security and
transparency of land transactions, according to Frank Pichel, Cadasta
Foundation co-founder and chief program officer.
READ MORE ON DEVEX.COM
VUVUZELA
Sounding off on IRD's planned legal action against USAID
IRD is about to sue what was once its biggest funder, the U.S.
Agency for International Development.
The news, reported last week by Devex, came five months since USAID
announced it would no longer provide new funding to IRD due to the
latter's alleged misconduct.
IRD told Devex that the decision to pursue legal action against USAID
is designed to lift the suspension, arguing that the agency committed
"arbitrary, capricious abuse of discretion" by "completely ignoring"
its massive reorganization efforts, new financial safeguards
and ouster of the board of directors.
This, they said, is in violation of the "Administrative Procedure Act."
"I know from experience, litigation is the natural next step when so
much evidence is missing," said Roger Ervin, who took the helm at IRD
in December 2014.
However, there was very little sympathy toward IRD among some of the
Devex readers who commented on the latest developments.
Read more and join the conversation!
SPONSORED ANNOUNCEMENT
Apply now: Specialized course on leadership for development
TThe International Institute for Local Development and its partners
invite you to participate in a highly professional and specialized
course focusing on leadership for development.
The sessions will take place July through November (see below) and
will feature recognized international trainers.
Whether you work in the private sector, an NGO, a government
department, the United Nations or other development organizations,
this course presents a unique opportunity to augment knowledge,
network and drive your career forward.
Development initiatives are more often than not delivered through
projects and project teams that come together especially for that
purpose.
This five-day course aims to provide an overview of organizational
leadership theories, processes and best practices to help facilitate
effective and efficient sustainable people-centered development.
At the core, the course helps leaders address the big question of how
they aim to provide, with a specific focus, constant and consistent
value to their defined stakeholders.
It is easy to lose sight of that when, for example work is dictated
by shifting donors, themes of funding and other similar issues.
The course uses a balanced approach to explore leadership
effectiveness, leadership development and the design of a practical
action plan for leadership effectiveness.
Workshop 1: July 27-31, 2015
Workshop 2: Aug.
3-7, 2015
Workshop 3: Aug.
31-September 4, 2015
Workshop 4: Oct.
19-23, 2015
Workshop 5: Nov.
2-6, 2015
Due to limited space, you are advised to get your application in promptly.
To download the course brochure or application form, please click here.
For any queries, please send an email to training@iildev.org.
GDB - The Weekly Global Development Briefing for the Devex Community |
Copyright 2014 | Unauthorized commercial reapplication, reproduction
or retransmission, in whole or in part, is prohibited.
Manage your newsletter subscriptions | Read the latest Devex News
Devex News RSS Feed | Connect with us
Devex is the world's largest community of international development
professionals, companies and NGOs.
Corporate Headquarters: 1341 Connecticut Ave.
NW, Washington, DC 20036 USA | Main +1.202.249.222 | Fax
+1.202.318.2456 | www.devex.com
To ensure delivery to your inbox, please add info@devex.com to your
address book.
Not interested? Unsubscribe now. Manage your subscription to Devex
email notifications here.
--
Disclaimer:Everyone posting to this Forum bears the sole responsibility for any legal consequences of his or her postings, and hence statements and facts must be presented responsibly. Your continued membership signifies that you agree to this disclaimer and pledge to abide by our Rules and Guidelines.To unsubscribe from this group, send email to: ugandans-at-heart+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com or Abbey Semuwemba at: abbeysemuwemba@gmail.com.
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