Pozzolanic Activity Index

 Pozzolanic activity index, PI (ASTM C 311) Chloride permeability was determined using a modified version of the ASTM Standard Method. A current passing through a mortar was monitored at regular one minute intervals over a 72 h period for each sample and the ionic flux calculated.

The pozzolanic activity index indicates the pozzolanic reactivity and potential contribution of the material to the overall strength development of concrete. Higher activity index values indicate greater reactivity and potential for enhancing concrete properties.

ASTM C311 is a standard test method used for sampling and testing fly ash or natural pozzolans to determine their suitability for use in Portland-cement concrete. It provides procedures for various physical and chemical properties of these materials, helping ensure the concrete's quality and performance. 

Grant Writer Job

Job Overview

                        

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Grant Writer to join our dynamic organization. The Grant Writer will play a critical role in securing funding for our initiatives, programs, and projects by developing compelling and well-researched grant proposals. If you have a passion for writing and a commitment to making a difference, we want to hear from you!

                        

                    

Grant Writer Responsibilities & Duties

                        

Conduct research to identify and assess funding opportunities

Develop and write high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports

Collaborate with team members to gather information and support for proposals

Develop and maintain relationships with funders and stakeholders

Track and manage deadlines for submissions and follow-ups

Stay up-to-date on changes in funding policies and guidelines

Provide support and training to staff members as needed

                                

 Grant Writer Qualifications & Skills

 Bachelor's degree in English, communications, non-profit management, or a related field

 Proven track record of securing grants from a variety of funding sources

 Certified Grant Writer (CGW) or similar professional certification

 Experience working with non-profit organizations or educational institutions

 Strong knowledge of budgeting and project management

 Proficiency in grant management software and research databases

 Excellent research, writing, and editing skills

 Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 Strong interpersonal and communication skills

 Proactive attitude and exceptional organizational abilities

 Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements for grant-funded projects

  Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling proposals

 Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Non-Profit Management or a related field

  At least 3 years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, or a related field

 Excellent written and verbal communication skills

 Ability to research and analyze complex information and translate it into compelling proposals

 Strong organizational and project management skills

 Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously

 Familiarity with fundraising databases and software

                                

Agricultural Support and Technological Development

Agriculture is the main source of income for several hundred million people around the world who struggle with poverty and hunger, most of whom are connected to small-scale, or smallholder, farms—plots of land roughly the size of a soccer pitch or American football field.

We invest in agriculture across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia because research shows that growth in the agricultural sector is the most effective way to reduce poverty and hunger.

Smallholder farmers in these regions, who collectively supply most of the population’s food, are incredibly resourceful in the face of challenges but need new options for sustainably producing and selling a wide array of crop and livestock products, especially as climate change rapidly intensifies the stresses they face.

Evidence shows that with the right kinds of support, smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia can tap the power of food production to create a better life for their families and improve their communities while providing local consumers with reliable access to healthy, affordable food.

Our investments in agriculture play an important role in the foundation’s broader effort to empower women and girls with economic opportunities.

We support inclusive agricultural development with three main types of investments:

1. We invest in tools and technologies that target the specific needs of farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

We support innovations that are informed by the unique diversity of crops and livestock they produce and the wide range of soil and climate conditions they encounter. We ensure that the innovations our partners produce—such as climate-smart crop varieties, livestock vaccines, and digital soil maps—are delivered as “global public goods.” This means they are affordable and accessible to all who need them.

2. We invest in developing and scaling up innovative support structures for smallholder food producers that provide new options for sustainably earning a reliable income from their hard work.

We fund public- and private-sector initiatives such as community self-help groups that assist local farmers and livestock keepers in rural India and farmer cooperatives and village-based advisors that assist farmers in West Africa.

3. We invest in public- and private-sector efforts to develop more effective systems for delivering products and services to smallholder farmers.

We fund government endeavors to develop and implement detailed agricultural development strategies that include clear milestones for progress. In the private sector, we partner with agricultural enterprises, such as socially conscious financial and livestock service providers, that help smallholder farmers operate their farms as sustainable businesses.