The Devex International Development Career Fair and Partnerships Forum in Nairobi has reached capacity and registration for this event is now closed. If your registration was pending payment, we unfortunately can no longer accept you at this time. We look forward to having you join us at our next event in a city near you.
What to Expect
For the first time ever, Devex is bringing together all of the players in international development to discuss the future of partnerships in development. The day will feature speakers from donor agency representatives, international aid agencies, and local African development organizations as they explore best practices and latest trends in proposal partnerships. The day will host various networking opportunities, panel discussion, and workshops which will dive into the most relevant topics and questions around how to develop successful partnerships for sustainable development in East Africa.
Who Should Attend & How to Apply
- The Devex International Development Career Fair and Partnerships Forum in Nairobi has reached capacity and registration for this event is now closed. If your registration was pending payment, we unfortunately can no longer accept you at this time.
- Attendance to the Partnerships Forum is by invitation only. If you are an East African based organization implementing development projects throughout the region, we invite you to apply here.
- The audience will be comprised of CEOs, Directors of Business Development, Team leads, and Chiefs of Party from organizations working in development fields such as health, conflict mitigation, agriculture, mobile technology, etc.
- Organizations are allowed attendance for up to 2 delegates
Please note that admission to the Devex Career Fair on Thursday, October 17th does not guarantee attendance to the Partnerships Forum. The Devex Partnerships Forum is a separate event and participants must apply here:
Agenda
9:30 - 11:00 AM
High-Level Plenary Panel
The Partnerships Forum commences with a high-level panel that will set the stage for the day's discussion. The panel will directly address the issue of localization of global development and how all stakeholders are changing the way they do business.
11:15 - 12:30 PM
Concurrent Panel Sessions
Following the plenary, participants will choose to attend one of four panel sessions. These sessions will have a narrow focus on specific, practical issues related to partnership and will be hosted by Partnership Engagement Sponsors (a sponsorship level we are making available to leading organizations).
Improving Access to Justice in Sub-Saharan Africa
Sponsored by the British Council
The Future of Food Security in East Africa
Sponsored by Deloitte
Health Systems Strengthening focus on Leadership & governance
Sponsored by Management Sciences for Health
ICT for Development in East Africa
Sponsored by The Rockefeller Foundation
12:30 - 2:00 PM
Reserved-Seating Luncheon Discussion
The lunch hour will facilitate networking and discussion. All participants will have assigned seating and tables will be designed to match-up participants who may find value in meeting. Each table will be provided with a discussion topic and moderator to help facilitate conversation. We expect this served luncheon to be hosted by one of the primary sponsors of the forum.
2:15 - 3:30 PM
Workshops
Following the luncheon, we will create an opportunity for practical learning in an interactive setting. Participants may choose a workshop that best matches their interests.
Demystifying Local Capacity Development: Road map to funding through operational capacity
Led by Premier Sponsor, RTI International
Energy for Agriculture: Powering Clean, Sustainable Growth
Led by IRG/Engility
Unlocking the potential: Tools and tips for strengthening monitoring and evaluation (M&E) capabilities
Led by ICF International
Building capacity at community level: Fee-based development
Led by CRS
3:30 - 4:00 PM
Coffee Reception
As exhibitors prepare for the fair portion of the event, a coffee reception will be provided by a sponsoring organization.
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Donor Partner Roundtable
Sessions will be hosted by key bi-laterals and multi-lateral organizations and will focus on best practices on contracting with these agencies.
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Partners Fair in the Exhibition Hall
Exhibiting organizations will provide an opportunity for local organization representatives to learn more about potential partnership opportunities.
6:00 PM
Reception Sponsored by Catholic Relief Services
We will end the day with a reception featuring African Wines & Beers, which will be kindly sponsored by CRS. Forum attendees will have an open evening for dinner and may make plans with participants they met during the day.
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