How and when can we use technology to design and implement youth employment programs? We should ask ourselves whether investing in digital solutions is worth the time and money before deciding to include a digital component in our projects, because as much as technology can be transformative and help provide solutions, it is both expensive and time-consuming. Furthermore, we need to make sure we fully understand the problem that we are trying to solve.
Yearly Archives: 2018
eC2:Independent Evaluation of the TerrAfrica Global Partnership Program for Sustainable Land Management in Sub-Saharan Africa TerrAfrica Leveraging Fund (TLF)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2018 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.) 
Objective: This third TerrAfrica evaluation is being undertaken following the decision of the November 2017 TAEC in Bonn, which called for a final evaluation of TerrAfrica and the TLF as necessary step before considering further action. The objective of this independent evaluation is to assess the contributions of TLF funded activities specifically, and the TerrAfrica Global Partnership Program in general, to the achievement of the partnerships objectives at the national and regional levels (see attached TORs).
Moving beyond GDP to look at the world through the lens of wealth
STORY HIGHLIGHTS 
- Global wealth grew significantly over the past two decades with middle-income countries catching up to high-income countries.
- New World Bank report includes estimates of human capital for the first time. Human capital is the largest component of global wealth, pointing to the need to invest in people.
- Natural capital makes up nearly half of the wealth in low income countries. More efficient, long-term management of natural resources is key to sustainable development.
eC2:Develop Early Warning System (EWS) Model for Financial Conglomeration
Deadline: 12-Feb-2018 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.) 
Objective: Conduct diagnostic review of existing prerequisite in developing of an Early Warning System Model FCs Early Warning model and dashboard that incorporate the following: a. Non-financial entities (wider group) b. Identification of institutions and areas within institutions where problems occurs or are likely to emerge
Why investors must take a chance in the world’s most fragile countries
Fragility, conflict and violence affect more than two billion people across the globe
. And while poverty on the whole is declining, that’s not the case in countries affected by conflict. It is these countries plagued by near-constant political and economic instability that are often the ones most in need of private investment. Yet they are also the places few private investors are willing to go. The risks seem to outweigh the rewards.
eC2: Jamaica Diagnostics – Early Learning Partnership (ELP) Systems
Deadline: 22-Feb-2018 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
Objective: 
The Early Learning Partnership (ELP) of the World Bank, with the support of the UK Department for International Development (DFID), seeks bidders for Phase 1 of the ELP Systems Research program in Jamaica. The selected research team will produce diagnostic report(s) on the following themes: (1) Early intervention for children identified as at risk through the Jamaica School Readiness Assessment; (2) the effects of violence on early learning; (3) additional theme(s) proposed by the team, provided that they are relevant to the National Strategic Plan (NSP) for Early Childhood in Jamaica and agreed with the World Bank.
3 Big Ideas to Achieve Sustainable Cities and Communities
Three big ideas, countless solutions
At the World Urban Forum, the World Bank will offer three big ideas that are essential for successfully implementing the New Urban Agenda:
- Financing the New Urban Agenda
- Promoting territorial development
- Enhancing urban resilience to climate change and disaster risks
The Bank will also be showcasing some of the innovative knowledge and transformative actions that have proven to help end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity in cities around the world.
eC2: Post of Short Term Consultant (STC)- Energy and Water Advisory
Deadline: 18-Feb-2018 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
Objective: STC will require to do: Business Development and Client Support: data analysis, industry research, brand engagement of the Textile sectors in India, Sri Lanka and other countries as required and support the IFC business development efforts including negotiations with clients and acting as the client relationship manager; for selected projects/markets, undertake project preparation activities (e.g. feasibility studies) in order to support the development of projects which can be presented to the private sector for investment; Support the team to establish and maintain quality client relationships to ensure responsive client service and enhance new business opportunities; Maintain a good knowledge of IFC work programs to ensure timely delivery of tasks. Track project timetables, provide feedback and help with project team coordination. Perform various project related searches and prepare reports and respond quickly to queries from management and staff.
eC2: Dar es Salaam Community Disaster Response and Risk Reduction Plans
Deadline: 17-Feb-2018 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
Objective: The objective of this assignment is to develop Municipal Disaster Response Plans, Community Disaster Response Plans, and Community Risk Reduction Plans in flood affected areas of Dar es Salaam. These fit into existing frameworks such as the Disaster Management Act of 2015, the Emergency Response Plan of the Dar es Salaam Multi-Agency Emergency Response Team (DarMAERT), the Tanzania Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan, and other local level initiatives. Expected outputs over the two-year contract period also include: creation of toolkits to support the development of the plans; onboarding of Subward Community Disaster Management Committees; and collection of monitoring and evaluation data. The assignment forms part of broader efforts to mainstream risk management principles across government and civil society stakeholders. The toolkits and plans developed are can serve as a template for other cities in Tanzania.
A Smarter Way to Keep Teachers in Malawi’s Remote Schools
Alberto Gwande and his students at Khuzi school in Malawi need more teachers. The school is severely understaffed, with only six teachers for nearly 800 students. “I was supposed to receive new teachers last year, but they never came,” recalls Alberto, the headteacher.
Khuzi is 20 kilometres away from Nathenje, the nearest large village with a trading center, and its Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR) is 131 pupils per teacher. In contrast, Chibubu school, located four kilometers from Nathenje, has a PTR of 65, while Mwatibu school, located inside the village, has a PTR of just 49. And yet, despite the shortage at Khuzi, it was Chibubu which received four new teachers last year.
Netherlands for the World Bank 
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