[April 2026]
We have curated a listing of employment opportunities, featuring current job openings and programs across sectors to help individuals find and pursue meaningful careers.
Funding Available to Advance Economic Empowerment Initiatives
Deadline: 09-May-2026
The P&G Alumni Foundation is offering grants of $10,000–$25,000 in 2026 to support charitable organizations advancing economic empowerment through job creation, vocational training, and entrepreneurial initiatives. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S. or recognized international charities with at least one active P&G Alum involved…[more]
Apply for Gender and Transportation E-Learning Course
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026
This E-learning course on Gender and Transportation explores how gender equality and inclusive mobility are connected within the broader development context. The course helps learners understand how transport systems affect women and girls, why gender-responsive transportation matters, and how more inclusive mobility systems can improve access, safety, participation, and equitable development outcomes…[more]
Open Call for Food and Agriculture Startup Competition
Deadline: May 15, 2026
The Grow-NY is a global business competition designed to strengthen the food and agriculture innovation cluster in the Grow-NY region by attracting high-growth startups and supporting their expansion within the Upstate economy…[more]
Apply for Misk Career Essentials Program
Deadline: 30-Nov-2026
The Misk Career Essentials Program provides a comprehensive career readiness pathway combining technical, professional, and soft skills training with live coaching and interactive sessions. Participants gain practical experience in fields like cybersecurity, AI, cloud computing, leadership, and design thinking, supported by career coaching, skills assessments, and guided learning to enhance employability and informed career decisions…[more]
Open Call: Ideas Fund Grants for Innovative Pilot Projects
Deadline: 07-May-2026
The Ideas Fund supports non-profits in testing innovative solutions that enhance financial capability, create pathways to good jobs, and promote sustainable environmental practices. Funding typically ranges from $20,000 to $80,000 for projects lasting 12–18 months, with priority for organisations with annual incomes under $3 million. Projects must be scalable, practical, and implemented within eligible regions…[more]
7th Edition of the “La Francophonie avec Elles” Fund
Deadline: 26-Apr-2026
The International Organisation of the Francophonie (OIF) has launched the 7th edition of the “La Francophonie avec Elles” Fund to support socio-economic empowerment of women and girls. The initiative provides grants of up to €100,000 for projects promoting vocational training, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic opportunities for vulnerable women across OIF member states…[more]
Applications open for Impact Seed Fund
Deadline: 19-Apr-2026
The Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund (ISF) Africa 2026 provides grants to university lecturers and researchers to expand the educational impact of journalism on environmental, ocean, climate, and labor issues. The program encourages collaborations between educators, students, journalists, and communities, promoting awareness, multimedia storytelling, and inclusive teaching in African academic contexts…[more]
DWF Foundation Grants for Community Impact
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026
The DWF Foundation provides grants to registered charities that help individuals, groups, and communities reach their full potential. Funding supports projects in homelessness, health and wellbeing, employability, education, and environment and sustainability, with most grants under £5,000. Eligible organizations must operate in countries where DWF has a presence, including the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and several European and Middle Eastern countries…[more]
Request for Applications: Diamond Education Grant Programme
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026
The Diamond Education Grant Programme provides financial support for women in SIGBI member countries who want to enter or return to the workforce by gaining new skills. It covers course fees and essential equipment for approved educational or vocational programmes running between September 2026 and July 2027. The scheme prioritizes women facing financial or personal barriers and does not fund postgraduate studies or living expenses…[more]
Open Call for Community Services Programme (Ireland)
Deadline: May 08, 2026
The Government of Ireland has launched an Open Call for Applications under the Community Services Programme (CSP) to fund community-based organisations that provide essential services and employment opportunities for disadvantaged communities. The programme aims to support inclusive services, strengthen social enterprises, and enhance employability while promoting social inclusion and sustainable community development…[more]
Funding available to Improve Child Health and Youth Employment (Zimbabwe)
Deadline: 23-Apr-2026
The UNICEF–Mastercard Foundation First Foods Nutrition Initiative in Zimbabwe seeks grant applications to develop and test locally available, nutrient-dense complementary foods for infants and young children. The program links improved nutrition outcomes with youth entrepreneurship, empowering young people—especially women—while strengthening community health systems…[more]
Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Program – Egypt
Deadline: April 16, 2026
The Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project is seeking applications to support small and medium-sized enterprises with a green vision to accelerate growth and create sustainable jobs for youth…[more]
Call for Social Projects: La Rioja 2026 (Spain)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026
The Call for Social Projects La Rioja 2026 provides funding of up to €50,000 for non-profit and social economy organizations to improve the quality of life of vulnerable populations in La Rioja. The program supports integrated social, cultural, educational, and health interventions over a 12-month period to promote inclusion and equal opportunities…[more]
IREX Grant for Veteran Civil Service Integration (Ukraine)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026
The IREX Ukraine Veterans Rehabilitation and Reintegration Program (UVRR) provides a grant of up to $150,000 to strengthen institutional capacity for integrating veterans into civil service and NGO roles in Ukraine. The program supports training, internships, professional development tools, and awareness initiatives to enhance veteran employment and career pathways…[more]
CFPs: Civil Society Funding for strengthening Governance (Guatemala)
Deadline: 06-May-2026
The European Commission has launched a funding call under the Thematic Programme for Civil Society Organizations 2021–2027 to support civil society initiatives in Guatemala. The programme offers grants from EUR 575,000 to EUR 1,150,000 to strengthen governance, policy participation, and inclusive development, with a total budget of EUR 2.3 million…[more]
Submissions open for the Rohini Nayyar Prize 2026 (India)
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Rohini Nayyar Prize honours individuals or small teams making outstanding contributions to rural development in India, spanning sectors such as agriculture, climate action, education, health, women’s empowerment, and enterprise. Applicants are evaluated on innovation, sustained impact, and transformative outcomes, with eligibility for those up to 40 years old and at least five years of professional experience…[more]
Public Diplomacy Commercial Partnerships and Entrepreneurship Program (Kyrgyzstan)
Deadline: 15-May-26
The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Commercial Partnership Program strengthens economic ties between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic by fostering U.S.-Kyrgyz business collaboration. It provides grants of $25,000–$75,000 to initiatives that increase market access for U.S. products, train Kyrgyz entrepreneurs in American business practices, and promote sustainable commercial partnerships. The program targets emerging and mid-career entrepreneurs, business incubators, trade associations, and government stakeholders to enhance bilateral trade and intellectual property awareness…[more]
Apply Now: Job Shadowing Grants for Cultural and Artistic Organizations
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026
The Culture for Development project in North Macedonia offers grants of up to 178,500 MKD for structured job shadowing and on-the-job learning initiatives. The scheme strengthens cultural and artistic professionals and organizations through time-bound capacity-building exchanges lasting up to four weeks, fostering professional development, strategic stability, and inclusive cultural practices…[more]
Apply for Lauritzen Fonden Grant Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 26-Apr-2026
The Lauritzen Fonden Grant Programme supports projects that help vulnerable children access education and employment, while promoting well-being and safe environments. Grants prioritize initiatives aligned with the foundation’s charter, including social work, culture, shipping, humanitarian efforts, and education. Applicants must have a family connection to the Lauritzen Group, and projects are evaluated for sustainability, alignment with foundation values, and long-term impact…[more]
Talent Search Program for Educational Access and Success (US)
Deadline: 01-May-2026
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Talent Search Program provides funding to support disadvantaged individuals in completing secondary education and pursuing postsecondary opportunities. Grants range from $250,000 to $10,000,000 and target organizations that can identify, guide, and assist students with educational pathways and financial aid access…[more]
CFAs: Supporting Programs to Improve Outcomes for Young People in Australia
Deadline: 01-May-2026
The MyState Foundation Community Partnerships 2026 offer funding of up to $100,000 over two years to support youth-focused programs in Tasmania. Partnerships target education and social connection, helping young people gain meaningful employment skills and build strong community relationships to enhance wellbeing…[more]
2026 Meaningful Work Foundation Grant Opportunity (Canada)
Deadline: 21-Apr-2026
The 2026 Meaningful Work Foundation Grant offers funding to Canadian non-profit organizations that work to remove barriers to meaningful employment. Grants of $5,000 each will be awarded to three eligible charities that demonstrate a commitment to partnerships, mentorship, and community engagement beyond financial support…[more]
City Growth Fund to Support Economic Development Initiatives (New Zealand)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026
The Wellington City Growth Fund provides financial support to projects, initiatives, and partnerships that strengthen the city’s economy, create jobs, and enhance its global reputation. It funds events, business initiatives, and collaborative programs delivering measurable economic, social, and cultural benefits…[more]
Applications open for Medworth Community Fund Program (UK)
Deadline: 01-May-2026
The Medworth Community Fund is offering grants to support organizations that enhance health, wellbeing, and environmental protection within a 5km radius of the Medworth Energy from Waste facility in Cambridgeshire and Norfolk. Grants range from £5,000 to £50,000 for projects in the Community, Social & Health, and Environment sectors. Applications are open to non-profit organizations…[more]