Darwin Plus Fellowship Funding Available for Turks and Caicos Islands in Biodiversity and the Environment

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, July 27, 2023– The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) is pleased to announce the availability of Darwin Plus Fellowship funding. This opportunity is aimed at individuals seeking formal qualifications and related work experience in the areas of biodiversity, climate change, environmental quality, and capacity building. It is expected that the improved capacity will contribute to the short- and long-term support of the environment by fostering knowledge and expertise within the field.

The Darwin Plus Fellowship funding is designed to empower Fellows, particularly UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs) nationals, to access training and education opportunities that will enhance their skills and broaden their understanding of biodiversity and the environment. The Fellowship encourages Fellows to draw upon broader technical and scientific expertise, thereby facilitating the delivery of strategic outcomes for the natural environment in the UKOTs.

Eligibility for the Darwin Plus Fellowship extends to UK Overseas Territories nationals currently engaged in environmental and climate change issues within the UKOTs or those who have previously contributed to a Darwin Initiative or Darwin Plus project in a UK Overseas Territory.

The attached Microsoft Word version of the application form will assist applicants in drafting their applications. However, please note that applications submitted on this Word version of the application form will be deemed ineligible. All applications must be submitted through the Flexi-Grant online application form, available at https://ltsi.flexigrant.com/.

The Fellowship application process is currently open and will close at 22:59 GMT on Monday, 2nd October 2023. The results of the applications are expected to be announced by the end of December 2023.

It is crucial that applicants thoroughly answer all questions in the Flexi-Grant application, referencing relevant evidence where applicable, and ensure that the required supporting documentation is included. Additionally, the application must be signed, and a PDF signature must be uploaded as part of the Flexi-Grant application.

For further details and comprehensive guidelines, please visit the official Darwin Plus website at https://darwinplus.org.uk/apply/.

DECR encourages all eligible individuals to seize this invaluable opportunity for capacity building and contribute to the conservation and sustainable development of our precious natural environment. Together, we can make a significant difference in the protection of biodiversity, tackling climate change, and enhancing environmental quality for this and future generations.