United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

USAID is an international development agency and a catalytic actor driving development results.

USAID’s work advances U.S. national security and economic prosperity, demonstrates American generosity, and promotes a path to recipient self-reliance and resilience.

USAID’s object is to support partner to become self-reliant and capable of leading their own development journeys.

On behalf of the American people, USAID promotes and demonstrates democratic values abroad, and advances a free, peaceful, and prosperous world. In support of America’s foreign policy, USAID leads the U.S. Government’s international development and disaster assistance through partnerships and investments that save lives, reduces poverty, strengthens democratic governance, and helps people emerge from humanitarian crises and progress beyond assistance.

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Barrio 20: A community that reimagines the present to envision a sustainable future

Knowledge into Use awards winner Instituto Internacional de Medio Ambiente y Desarrollo – IIED América Latina showcases how the community of Barrio 20 in Buenos Aires are using innovative approaches to foster urban resilience and inclusive development.

Job opportunity: Finance Assistant

We're looking for a Finance Assistant. Apply by 28 February 2025.

A love letter to Mother Earth

Honouring Mother Earth’s gifts, protecting her beauty, and preserving nature for future generations.

Two job opportunities: MEL Manager and Innovation Officer

The application period for these positions is now closed.

End of year letter to our Partners and collaborators

Thank you for your support in 2024. We look forward to collaborating with you in 2025.