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"As a hub coordinator, the assembly provided a unique opportunity to exchange ideas with other hubs and learn from each other’s journeys." Shahida Suleiman, Hub Coordinator of the Somalia Humanitarian Hub, shares key moments and learnings from #Assembly2024 in our recent guest blog here: https://bit.ly/4iQZd16

❓ Interested in reshaping #humanitarian systems? Join us! 🔬 We are seeking a consultant to analyse secondary data and identify the types and levels of financing available at the national level in order to help us develop a Disaster Risk Finance Strategy for #Nepal. ⏰ Closing Date: 6 January 2025 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dkfeZECs

"For me, the Start Network Assembly was not just an event; it was a journey of learning, connection, and inspiration." - Revathi Ramkumar, Deputy Hub Manager at the India Humanitarian Hub, shares her reflections on #Assembly2024, held in Bangkok, Thailand, earlier this month. Read about Revathi's experience here: https://bit.ly/40694bP

🔑Overcoming Financial and Procurement Challenges in Humanitarian Work with Start Fund Nepal ‘’This training was fruitful to understand the critical importance of preparedness within the finance department for rapid mobilisation during emergencies. I will use this knowledge to prepare the capacity within my organisation so that we will be more competent in our humanitarian work.’’- Sita Neupane, Plan International Nepal ✏️We wrapped up a 2-day workshop on financial and procurement solutions in the #humanitarian context with our members. Key 📇topics discussed included: • Fundamentals of Financial Management • Budgeting, Financial Planning, and Risk Management for NGOs • Compliance Essentials of Start Network • Procurement Plans & Real-Case Discussions on Fraud, Bribery, and Corruption 💟A big thank you to our members for their enthusiastic participation and to CARE Nepal team for leading sessions. Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Start Network

"I gained valuable knowledge on Safeguarding and heard practical insights from other participants that I can apply in real situations. This has boosted my confidence and will play a key role in shaping my approach to future work." – Sarmila Tamang, National Society for Earthquake Technology - Nepal (NSET) 🛡️Safeguarding is a priority! Start Fund Nepal hosted an hands-on workshop with participants from 18 member organisations to strengthen their #Safeguarding efforts. Participants explored and shared insights on key topics such as: 🌐Case-based discussions to illustrate real-world challenges 🎗Key organisational priorities for ensuring safeguarding 🔄Mechanisms for effective case response Together with our members, we’re taking meaningful steps toward building more accountable #humanitarian systems! Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

We are seeking a consultant to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of Start Fund Bangladesh’s programme, examining its impact on vulnerable communities across #Bangladesh and assessing its role within the wider humanitarian response framework. ⏰ Closing date: Wednesday 15 January 2025 by 00:00 am GMT 📨 Apply at: https://bit.ly/3ZYM3I2

🌊The recent floods in Nepal devastated 21 districts affecting around 135,000 people. In response, Start Fund Nepal members ActionAid Nepal, Catholic Relief Services, World Vision International Nepal and ACTION CONTRE LA FAIM (Action Against Hunger Nepal) stepped up to assist communities in 11 local levels across 9 districts. Four different consortia led by the members supported approximately 🏠 40,000 affected people in total. ✅Together with their implementing partners, they distributed cash grants, provided food support, and delivered hygiene, shelter and kitchen kits to the affected families. The communities also received psychosocial counselling and participated in spiritual healing sessions. Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Start Network

In October, #StartFund activated six out of 11 alerts raised, disbursing around £1,050,000 to six member agencies. Take a look at three key crises we responded to: Humanity & Inclusion Save the Children UK ALIMA Doctors of the World UK - part of Medecins du Monde International

The current centralised humanitarian system is not working.   We believe that people at the forefront of crises must have the power and resources to decide how they protect themselves and continue to thrive.   Watch how our network of local, national and international organisations, is redefining #humanitarian action. Christina Bennett Suzanne Lyne Lucretia (Lucy) Puentes Irahyma Paredes Start Fund Nepal Action Against Hunger UK Acted ActionAid Concern Worldwide Oxfam World Jewish Relief Relief International Plan International Humanity & Inclusion Muslim Aid UK Muslim Hands Save the Children UK Mercy Corps GOAL Global War Child Welthungerhilfe (WHH) Qatar Charity HelpAge International Tearfund Trócaire

We are seeking a consultant to help assess and evaluate the inception of the Ukraine Local Pooled Fund, in relation to the extent to which the process followed its initial plans, aligned with the strategic vision, and followed local priorities. ⏰ Closing date: 3rd January, 2025 (midnight UK time) 📨 Apply at: https://bit.ly/3ZKWuyF