Shifting the Centre of Gravity
The discussion of shifting power, or localisation, has increased in recent years as a response to growing criticism of the power dynamic in traditional aid. Development and humanitarian organisations have been changing how they work, shifting the centre of gravity closer to challenges on the ground. Localisation influences all aspects of the development sector and […]
Hire for Cultural Diversity Not Cultural Fit
Move Beyond Culture Fit Many global development organisations and NGOs have strong cultures that match their purpose-driven work. As a result, their hiring processes have evolved over time to attract, hire, and integrate people into these cultures. This is a common recruiting practice known as “hiring for culture fit.” Unfortunately, this practice can have negative […]
Attending CDR 2023- Accelerating HR: Time to Think Differently
The SRI team had the pleasure of attending the Career Development Roundtable (CDR) hosted at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and, as usual, expertly run by Michael Emery and his team at the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The event, held in Washington DC, brought together professionals from around the world around the topic: “Accelerating HR: Time to Think […]
Introducing the new Special Advisor on Climate Change of Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
We are delighted to have partnered with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) for the appointment of their new Special Advisor on Climate Change- Avinash Persaud, effective January 2024. In joining IDB, Avinash will work to strengthen coordination within the IDB Group and with external partners to achieve greater impact. As the Special Advisor Avinash will play a pivotal role […]
Introducing the new CEO of the Climate Investment Funds
We are delighted to have partnered with the Climate Investment Funds (CIFs) for the appointment of their new CEO -Tariye Gbadegesin, effective March 2024. In joining CIFs, Tariye will lead one of the world’s largest multilateral climate funds, with over $ 11 billion pledged, pioneering clean energy transitions, nature-based solutions, and resilience in over 70 […]
Feminist Principles in Action: Insights from Anamaria Bejar of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
Over the past several months we have been exploring how leaders in global development bring feminist values into their work. We had the chance to connect with Traci Baird and Viviana Waisman and, in our third installment of the series, we welcomed Anamaria Bejar to share more about the future of feminist leadership, and women in leadership more generally, […]
Beyond Words: How to Write Job Descriptions that Welcome Diversity
For many candidates, the job description is their introduction to your organisation. It’s how they learn about a role and its needs. It’s how they make the decision to express their interest. It’s how they get excited about the opportunity to shift their career in a new direction. It’s one of the most powerful tools […]
Attending the GIIN Impact Forum 2023
This year’s GIIN Impact Forum was hosted at the Bella Centre in Copenhagen, offering a picturesque setting for a conference that brought together 1,500 participants from all five continents. The diverse group of attendees included representatives from a wide array of impact investment firms, other institutions providing capital, entrepreneurs, NGOs, and policymakers—representing the entire spectrum of […]
Remembering MS Swaminathan, the Chief Architect of India’s Green Revolution
It was with great sadness that we recently learned of MS Swaminathan’s passing at the age of 98. A pioneer of agricultural research, MS Swaminathan was the chief architect of India’s Green Revolution, transforming one of the world’s chronically hungry nations into one of its largest food producers. As a geneticist, he devised new ways […]
Ukraine’s Reconstruction and Recovery: The Monumental Infrastructural and Human Challenge
Dr.Ede Ijjasz-Vasquez, a Social Infrastructure expert who is a former Director from the World Bank and supported by our Country Director from Ukraine, Ms. Irina Maystrenko and the wider SRI team writes about the long journey of Rebuilding Ukraine. This series will cover themes such as the human capital perspective: infrastructure, labour market and the […]