FEWS NET, the Famine Early Warning Systems Network, is a leading provider of early warning and analysis on acute food insecurity. Created in 1985 by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) after devastating famines in East and West Africa, FEWS NET provides objective, evidence-based anal... read moreysis to help government decision-makers and relief agencies plan for and respond to humanitarian crises.
Analysts and specialists in 22 field offices work with US government science agencies, national government ministries, international agencies, and NGOs to produce forward-looking reports on more than 36 of the world's most food-insecure countries. The "NET" in our name represents our vast network of partners, ranging from collaborators in data collection and analysis to consumers of our reporting. Our products, published here on our website, include:
monthly reports and maps detailing current and projected food insecurity
timely alerts on emerging or likely crises
specialized reports on weather and climate, markets and trade, agricultural production, livelihoods, nutrition, and food assistance
We are active players in the humanitarian and development communities, participating in global committees to improve classification, remote sensing, and other aspects of food security analysis. We also support and conduct training and capacity-building for national early warning systems, weather services, and other agencies.
Position Description
The Administrative Assistant (AA) is responsible for assisting the Regional Office Manager (ROM) in daily administrative work and financial
Position Description
The FEWS NET EWT maintains field offices in Africa, Central America, Asia, and the Caribbean. These offices are organized into various regions to facilitate technical and
The Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) Early Warning Team (EWT) seeks a full-time regional field accountant based in Nairobi, Kenya. FEWS NET is an integrated set of activities to prov
Position Description
The FEWS NET EWT maintains offices in a number of countries in Africa, Central America, Asia, and the Caribbean. These are organized into various regions to facilitate technica
The Kenya NTM will be responsible for activities in the following five areas:
Efficient, focused food security monitoring, data collection, assessment, and early warning analysis
Effective communi
