On February 28, USAID published the “Safeguarding Against Exploitation, Sexual Abuse, Child Abuse, and Child Neglect” proposed rule and the 60-day public comment period closes on April 29, 2024. Similar to the recently introduced assistance standard provisions, this proposed rule aims to strengthen protections for program participants, community members, project staff, and other individuals in … [Read more…]
This year’s theme is Kaleidescope: Connecting Diversity Across the Spectrum of U.S. Foreign Policy. The event is free! Join us virtually from 12:00 to 6:00 pm ET: https://interactive.state.gov/msi-2024/ Here is the agenda and link – https://interactive.state.gov/msi-2024/
USAID is leaning into artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies to enhance the Agency’s ability to carry out its foreign assistance mandate around the world. According to the Agency, “promising applications funded by USAID are proliferating across various geographies and sectors, including agriculture, health and infectious diseases, civic spaces and democracy, education … and … [Read more…]
Join USAID Assistant Administrator for Global Health Dr. Atul Gawande at the Center for Global Development to share his perspective on the scope and challenge of global lead poisoning as well as highlight USAID’s commitment to accelerating the international response. Following Dr. Gawande’s remarks, CGD Senior Fellow Rachel Silverman Bonnifield will facilitate a panel discussion … [Read more…]
Have you ever thought about living and working overseas? Taking your knowledge, skills, and passions to work in international development? This is an opportunity for students, staff, and faculty to learn about careers, internships, and fellowships with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Hear from USAID staff and discover opportunities that allow you … [Read more…]
As you explore potential opportunities within the USAID Foreign Service, please find below a valuable resource from USAID for your journey. We have attached the presentation, recorded session and the transcript for your reference.
The Office of Management and Budget is pleased to invite you to a virtual event celebrating the official release of the 2024 Revisions of the Uniform Guidance. This updated guidance, which represents a significant milestone in the management of Federal funds, is the product of extensive engagement with many stakeholders throughout the grants community. Join … [Read more…]
USAID announced that WorkwithUSAID.gov is now available in Spanish and French, expanding accessibility to the website’s valuable resources for new and potential partner organizations in more of the countries where USAID works. Through WorkwithUSAID.gov, USAID has created a platform to enable new, local, U.S.-based, and nontraditional partners to learn how to engage with, or become … [Read more…]
USAID Conducted Risk Assessments and Monitoring for Sampled Fixed Amount Awards What OIG Found What OIG Recommend
USAID works with over 4,000 organizations in more than 100 countries in support of its mission to end poverty and promote democratic societies. USAID’s current focus on localization—shifting funding and decision-making power to local actors to achieve its program objectives—is consistent with the Agency’s long-standing efforts to increase its engagement with local partners. According to … [Read more…]