Please note that from this year, we are moving up the application cycle by several months. Deadline for submission of online applications and all supporting documents will be June 1, 2009. Only successful candidates will be called for interviews scheduled for June. Please email to drs_exchanges@state.gov for more information .
The Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State. Teaching Assistants are vetted through the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. The program aims to strengthen U.S. foreign language instruction and promote mutual understanding by establishing a foreign language native speaker expertise on U.S. campuses. The program enables the teaching assistants to complete their home country pre-service training by engaging in non-degree studies at accredited post-secondary U.S. educational institutions while teaching one or two language courses. Additionally they serve as resource persons in conversation groups, cultural representatives, attendants in language laboratories, coordinators of extracurricular activities or supervisors of clubs and language houses.Selected teaching assistants will enjoy Fulbright status in the United Status. They are expected to teach their language/culture for up to 20 hours per week while taking two courses per semester. All FLTA's receive room and board, a monthly stipend, and tuition waiver for the required coursework, in addition to Fulbright immigration services. The Fulbright grant is for one academic year and is non-renewable.
The Institute of International Education (IIE) on behalf of Department of State, USA, would like to place several language teaching assistants at universities and colleges in the US as part of a strategic language initiative.
Kiswahili is one of the targeted languages.
These teaching assistants would be Fulbright Scholars and are expected to teach their language/culture for up to 20 hours per week while taking two courses per semester. The grant is for one academic year and is non-renewable. The program is designed to have native language and cultural informants who are close in age to undergraduate students in the USA. Normally, FLTAs would teach:
beginning level or conversation courses
work in a language lab
animate a language table
organize cultural activities or have similar duties
Each institution assigns duties that will best meet the needs of their school's unique circumstances.
Fulbright will pay for travel, health insurance and monthly maintenance of the selected candidates. Institutions where the FLTAs are placed provide tuition scholarships for the required coursework. The selection process for Tanzania is facilitated through the American Embassy in Dar es Salaam.
Applicants must be English teachers with a Bachelors degree, between 21-29 years of age who are willing to travel without their dependants for one academic year.
This is an excellent opportunity for young teachers in Tanzania. To apply, please refer to the requirements listed here, and if you qualify, apply through online application process. Three reference letters should be filled out by teachers or other professionals you have worked with, and submitted directly to the address below. Signature page should be submitted together with relevant certificates and transcripts to:
Fulbright Program Coordinator,
Fulbright FLTA program,
Office of Public Affairs,
American Embassy,
686 Old Bagamoyo Rd. - Msasani,
Box 9123, Dar es Salaam.
Voice: 255 22 2668001
Fax: 255 22 2668251
Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview. Also, only nominated candidates will be required to sit for the TOEFL exam in November and submit a medical report in February.
NOTE: Application is ONLY Online, and Certificates/Transcripts and other supporting documentsby postal way
ONLINE APPLICATION: CLICK HERE or Visit https://apply.embark.com/student/fulbright/flta/26/
SOURCE: CLICK HERE
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
International Scholarships Schemes (Biological Sciences)
Africa China India Middle East South-East Asia Other non-EU countries (see below)
The Faculty of Biological Sciences offers a number of different scholarships for overseas students paying full overseas rated fees. There are schemes open to students of all nationalities as well as a number of country specific schemes. The schemes are open to new undergraduate and taught postgraduate (Masters) students who commence a programme of study within the Faculty in September 2009..
1. Biological Sciences International Prize Scholarships - £3,000
For 2009 entry there will be two competitive prize scholarships of £3,000 available for outstanding international students; one for undergraduates and one for taught postgraduates. Applicants should normally apply for a programme of study within the Faculty by 30 May 2009.
a) Biological Sciences International Undergraduate Prize Scholarship
How to apply: All applicants will be considered via their UCAS application form.
Academic criteria: To be awarded as determined by the Faculty International Scholarships Committee.
Renewal of scholarship: For undergraduate study, the scholarship may be renewed for up to a maximum of three years of study subject to satisfactory academic progress.
b) Biological Sciences International Masters Prize Scholarship
How to apply: All applicants will be considered via their application to the University.
Academic criteria: To be awarded as determined by the Faculty International Scholarships Committee.
Renewal of scholarship: There is no renewal of scholarships for the Masters programmes as duration is just one year.
2. Biological Sciences International Scholarships Scheme - £2,000
Scholarships of £2,000 are available to high achieving international students commencing undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree programmes in the Faculty of Biological Sciences. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit.
Undergraduate students: Your application through UCAS will enable us to consider you (subject to the terms of the scheme).
Postgraduate students: Your application to the University will enable us to consider you (subject to the terms of the scheme).
Terms and conditions vary across our different schemes, but the following will apply in all cases. To receive a Faculty of Biological Sciences International Scholarship successful candidates must meet the all following conditions:
commence a programme of study in the Faculty of Biological Sciences in September 2009 and be fully registered on 1st December 2009
be a full-time student paying full overseas rated fees
be in receipt of a written scholarship offer from us and fulfil the academic conditions of that offer.
Further information about our programmes is available from our overseas offices and Admissions Tutors. Scholarships will be allocated subject to the terms of the scheme.
For undergraduate study, the scholarship may be renewed for up to a maximum of three years subject to satisfactory academic progress. The Faculty of Biological Sciences International Scholarships are not available to students who have other University of Leeds scholarships or bursaries or who have secured alternative external sources of funding e.g. government sponsorship. Only one Faculty of Biological Sciences Scholarship may be awarded per student. The Faculty reserves the right not to award scholarships if candidates do not meet the required criteria.
Students from India, China and South-East Asia should follow the links below for information about country-specific scholarship schemes.
Country–specific Scholarships
Please follow the links below to find out about Faculty scholarships for students from the following countries;
Africa
China
India
Middle East
South-East Asia
Contact details
Undergraduate Degrees
UG Admissions Office
LC Miall Building
Faculty of Biological Sciences
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
UK
Graduate School Office
Garstang Building
Faculty of Biological Sciences
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
UK
T: +44 (0) 113 343 2829
F: + 44 (0) 113 343 3091
E: fbsadmissions@leeds.ac.uk
W:www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/admissions
T: +44(0) 113 343 3022
F: +44(0) 113 343 1407
E: fbsgrad@leeds.ac.uk
W:www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/index.htm
Other sources of scholarships
Infomation about other scholarships and bursaries for new students can be obtained from the University of Leeds Scholarships Website
SOURCE: CLICK HERE
The Faculty of Biological Sciences offers a number of different scholarships for overseas students paying full overseas rated fees. There are schemes open to students of all nationalities as well as a number of country specific schemes. The schemes are open to new undergraduate and taught postgraduate (Masters) students who commence a programme of study within the Faculty in September 2009..
1. Biological Sciences International Prize Scholarships - £3,000
For 2009 entry there will be two competitive prize scholarships of £3,000 available for outstanding international students; one for undergraduates and one for taught postgraduates. Applicants should normally apply for a programme of study within the Faculty by 30 May 2009.
a) Biological Sciences International Undergraduate Prize Scholarship
How to apply: All applicants will be considered via their UCAS application form.
Academic criteria: To be awarded as determined by the Faculty International Scholarships Committee.
Renewal of scholarship: For undergraduate study, the scholarship may be renewed for up to a maximum of three years of study subject to satisfactory academic progress.
b) Biological Sciences International Masters Prize Scholarship
How to apply: All applicants will be considered via their application to the University.
Academic criteria: To be awarded as determined by the Faculty International Scholarships Committee.
Renewal of scholarship: There is no renewal of scholarships for the Masters programmes as duration is just one year.
2. Biological Sciences International Scholarships Scheme - £2,000
Scholarships of £2,000 are available to high achieving international students commencing undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree programmes in the Faculty of Biological Sciences. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit.
Undergraduate students: Your application through UCAS will enable us to consider you (subject to the terms of the scheme).
Postgraduate students: Your application to the University will enable us to consider you (subject to the terms of the scheme).
Terms and conditions vary across our different schemes, but the following will apply in all cases. To receive a Faculty of Biological Sciences International Scholarship successful candidates must meet the all following conditions:
commence a programme of study in the Faculty of Biological Sciences in September 2009 and be fully registered on 1st December 2009
be a full-time student paying full overseas rated fees
be in receipt of a written scholarship offer from us and fulfil the academic conditions of that offer.
Further information about our programmes is available from our overseas offices and Admissions Tutors. Scholarships will be allocated subject to the terms of the scheme.
For undergraduate study, the scholarship may be renewed for up to a maximum of three years subject to satisfactory academic progress. The Faculty of Biological Sciences International Scholarships are not available to students who have other University of Leeds scholarships or bursaries or who have secured alternative external sources of funding e.g. government sponsorship. Only one Faculty of Biological Sciences Scholarship may be awarded per student. The Faculty reserves the right not to award scholarships if candidates do not meet the required criteria.
Students from India, China and South-East Asia should follow the links below for information about country-specific scholarship schemes.
Country–specific Scholarships
Please follow the links below to find out about Faculty scholarships for students from the following countries;
Africa
China
India
Middle East
South-East Asia
Contact details
Undergraduate Degrees
UG Admissions Office
LC Miall Building
Faculty of Biological Sciences
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
UK
Graduate School Office
Garstang Building
Faculty of Biological Sciences
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
UK
T: +44 (0) 113 343 2829
F: + 44 (0) 113 343 3091
E: fbsadmissions@leeds.ac.uk
W:www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/admissions
T: +44(0) 113 343 3022
F: +44(0) 113 343 1407
E: fbsgrad@leeds.ac.uk
W:www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/index.htm
Other sources of scholarships
Infomation about other scholarships and bursaries for new students can be obtained from the University of Leeds Scholarships Website
SOURCE: CLICK HERE
Sunday, 12 April 2009
VOLUNTARY ECOLOGICAL YEAR IN GERMANY -Cultural Exchange and Environmental Work 2009
Introduction
The Voluntary Ecological Year ("Freiwilliges Ökologisches Jahr, FÖJ") is a scheme for young Germans to work for one year in different fields in the environmental sector. Since 2008 the Tanzania Solar Energy Association (TASEA) in Dar es Salaam together with the FÖJ branch in Schleswig-Holstein (a region in Northern Germany), have made it possible for two Tanzanians to take part in this scheme.
This year again, from August 2009 until August 2010, this opportunity will be available for 2 Tanzanian girls to work in Germany with the aim to further cultural exchange and the protection of the environment. If you are interested in experiencing German culture for one year and work in an NGO in the environmental sector in Germany, hesitate no longer and request your information pack and application form!
Further Information
For the year you will be assigned and work together with a young German participant of the programme in the same project. You will:
- Share ideas and learn from each other about your culture
- Experience the German way of life
- Improve the understanding of Tanzanian culture in Germany
- Learn about global environmental, economical and political issues
- Rise the environmental awareness of the Germans
- Take responsibility for sustainable development
- Work in educational and agricultural projects
Before starting the voluntary work you will take part in seminars in cultural preparation and a short introduction into the German language in Tanzania and Germany. During and after your stay you will meet participants of the FÖJ from different countries to share your ideas and experience. You will live in a host family in the city of Lübeck nearby your working place and live on a small monthly stipend. Travel expenses are covered by the FÖJ Schleswig- Holstein.
Download an exact description of the work and hosting projects here
What is expected from you?
If you apply you should match the following hard criteria:
- Female aged between 18 and 25 years
- Be generally healthy and fit
- Fluent knowledge of the English language
- Be motivated to learn the German language
- Be able to take responsibility and work on your own command
- Be interested in cultural exchange
- Have basic environmental knowledge
- You must return to Tanzania after the year and share your experiences with other Tanzanians
If you are selected to go to Germany, you would be furthermore expected to contribute a small part of the administrative and preparation costs in Tanzania to TASEA. The amount will be TSH 150,000, which covers only a small part of the costs we spend for your travels to Dar es Salaam, preparation and language courses as well as visa fees. It should be understood as a symbolic gesture emphasising your motivation. Obtaining the money can usually be done by fundraising, and we can give you assistance in this process.
Furthermore, in case you will be selected to go to Germany, you will be expected to obtain an International Passport as soon as possible, as this will be necessary for applying for a visa.
What you can expect from us:
- All travel expenses are paid for you
- We help you apply for a visa and cover the fees
- You are paid a monthly stipend in Euro
- Your accommodation in a host family is provided for you
- You will receive preparation and language seminars in Tanzania and Germany
Application
Download your application form here
Download and fill out the application form. Remember to attach a CV and copies of relevant certificates, i.e. your educational achievments, former work experience and any other activities in political or environmental issues. Please note that the application deadline is the 17th of April 2009. All applications received past this date will not be considered.
Send the application either
by e-mail to info@tasea.org with subject: "Application FOJ"
or by post to:
TASEA
P.O. Box 32643
Dar es Salaam-
Or hand it in to our office
-in Dar, NSSF Building, 3rd Floor, Suite No. 3, Ubungo.
- Or in Mwanza: TASEA Mwanza branch, CCM building, 4th Floor, Makongoro Road
- Or in Arusha: KAKUTE office, Mjiro, Nanenane Ground
- Or in Zanzibar: ZASEA, Wireless Kikwajuni, Stone Town
You will receive a reply in roughly 1-2 weeks. If the reply is positive, congratulations! You will be asked to attend an interview together with other hopeful candidates in Dar es Salaam in the 4th week of April. Only two candidates will be able to go to Germany, and the decision will be made roughly 1-2 weeks after the interview. All further steps until your departure in August 2009 will be enclosed to you at that time.
Thank you very much for your interest, we are looking forward to your application! If you have any queries feel free to contact us at any time:
- You can call us: 0776032462 (Mr. Johannes Hahn), or 0754317158 (Ms. Olivia Lyimo), or 022-2451674 (TASEA office landline)- Or E-Mail us at info@tasea.org
SOURCE: CLICK HERE
The Voluntary Ecological Year ("Freiwilliges Ökologisches Jahr, FÖJ") is a scheme for young Germans to work for one year in different fields in the environmental sector. Since 2008 the Tanzania Solar Energy Association (TASEA) in Dar es Salaam together with the FÖJ branch in Schleswig-Holstein (a region in Northern Germany), have made it possible for two Tanzanians to take part in this scheme.
This year again, from August 2009 until August 2010, this opportunity will be available for 2 Tanzanian girls to work in Germany with the aim to further cultural exchange and the protection of the environment. If you are interested in experiencing German culture for one year and work in an NGO in the environmental sector in Germany, hesitate no longer and request your information pack and application form!
Further Information
For the year you will be assigned and work together with a young German participant of the programme in the same project. You will:
- Share ideas and learn from each other about your culture
- Experience the German way of life
- Improve the understanding of Tanzanian culture in Germany
- Learn about global environmental, economical and political issues
- Rise the environmental awareness of the Germans
- Take responsibility for sustainable development
- Work in educational and agricultural projects
Before starting the voluntary work you will take part in seminars in cultural preparation and a short introduction into the German language in Tanzania and Germany. During and after your stay you will meet participants of the FÖJ from different countries to share your ideas and experience. You will live in a host family in the city of Lübeck nearby your working place and live on a small monthly stipend. Travel expenses are covered by the FÖJ Schleswig- Holstein.
Download an exact description of the work and hosting projects here
What is expected from you?
If you apply you should match the following hard criteria:
- Female aged between 18 and 25 years
- Be generally healthy and fit
- Fluent knowledge of the English language
- Be motivated to learn the German language
- Be able to take responsibility and work on your own command
- Be interested in cultural exchange
- Have basic environmental knowledge
- You must return to Tanzania after the year and share your experiences with other Tanzanians
If you are selected to go to Germany, you would be furthermore expected to contribute a small part of the administrative and preparation costs in Tanzania to TASEA. The amount will be TSH 150,000, which covers only a small part of the costs we spend for your travels to Dar es Salaam, preparation and language courses as well as visa fees. It should be understood as a symbolic gesture emphasising your motivation. Obtaining the money can usually be done by fundraising, and we can give you assistance in this process.
Furthermore, in case you will be selected to go to Germany, you will be expected to obtain an International Passport as soon as possible, as this will be necessary for applying for a visa.
What you can expect from us:
- All travel expenses are paid for you
- We help you apply for a visa and cover the fees
- You are paid a monthly stipend in Euro
- Your accommodation in a host family is provided for you
- You will receive preparation and language seminars in Tanzania and Germany
Application
Download your application form here
Download and fill out the application form. Remember to attach a CV and copies of relevant certificates, i.e. your educational achievments, former work experience and any other activities in political or environmental issues. Please note that the application deadline is the 17th of April 2009. All applications received past this date will not be considered.
Send the application either
by e-mail to info@tasea.org with subject: "Application FOJ"
or by post to:
TASEA
P.O. Box 32643
Dar es Salaam-
Or hand it in to our office
-in Dar, NSSF Building, 3rd Floor, Suite No. 3, Ubungo.
- Or in Mwanza: TASEA Mwanza branch, CCM building, 4th Floor, Makongoro Road
- Or in Arusha: KAKUTE office, Mjiro, Nanenane Ground
- Or in Zanzibar: ZASEA, Wireless Kikwajuni, Stone Town
You will receive a reply in roughly 1-2 weeks. If the reply is positive, congratulations! You will be asked to attend an interview together with other hopeful candidates in Dar es Salaam in the 4th week of April. Only two candidates will be able to go to Germany, and the decision will be made roughly 1-2 weeks after the interview. All further steps until your departure in August 2009 will be enclosed to you at that time.
Thank you very much for your interest, we are looking forward to your application! If you have any queries feel free to contact us at any time:
- You can call us: 0776032462 (Mr. Johannes Hahn), or 0754317158 (Ms. Olivia Lyimo), or 022-2451674 (TASEA office landline)- Or E-Mail us at info@tasea.org
SOURCE: CLICK HERE
Sunday, 5 April 2009
2009 UNIVERSITY OF PEACE (UPEACE)-IDRC PHD FELLOWSHIPS
Location: Sub-Saharan Africa.
The UPEACE Africa Programme has secured funding from The Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to offer a limited number of scholarships to African students in PhD programmes focused in peace and conflict studies. The scholarship will cover tuition, living expenses, communications, access to scholarly materials, and disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations. In addition, part of the award may be used to cover expenses related to a semester abroad at a Canadian university. The maximum award is US $15,000 per eligible candidate per year. The programme is seeking applications from candidates who are currently enrolled in a PhD programme or who can offer proof of acceptance into a PhD Programme at a University in Sub Saharan Africa for the 2009-2010 Academic Year.
Eligible Fields of Studies
Applications will only be considered from candidates, who are doing their PhD studies in peace and conflict studies.
Criteria for Eligibility for the Competition
Must hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Must be enrolled/accepted in a PhD Programme in the field of Peace and Conflict Studies in Universities in Sub Saharan Africa;
Must be a full time PhD student
Submit a letter of support from the Lead Supervisor
The research must take place within Sub-Saharan Africa.
Applicant must have his/her Masters Degree in related discipline
Required Documents (Certified)
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
Completed Check List (signed and dated)
Cover Letter
Budget in USD
Application Form (Please Enable Macros in Excel to fill in the form)
Curriculum Vitae
Reference Letters
A personal Statement
Evidence of Enrollment
Transcripts
Proof of Citizenship
* Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
Duration
The duration of the Award is three years from the time of notification of selection. Successful applicants will receive the first installment of the award within three months after the announcement of the winners. Future installments will be provided upon satisfactory progress and submission of narrative and financial reports.
Deadline
31 May 2009
Complete applications must be received at the Office of the Africa Programme by the deadline.
Selection Process
All applications will be evaluated according to THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA SET FOR THE COMPETITION.
Note:
The Application must be sent electronically (via e-mail and fax) and through the Post Office to qualify. It is critical that the hard copies are received by the date of the deadline.
Only SHORT-LISTED applicants will be contacted. Short listed applicants will be notified by 31 July 2009. Applicants, who have not been contacted on the notification day, should note that their application was not successful.
Selected candidates are expected to attend Peace Research Training Workshops organized by UPEACE Africa Programme during the Award period. The Training Workshops will be held once a year. In addition, they are required to contribute at least one article to the Africa Peace and Conflict Journal (APCJ), which is published by the UPEACE Africa Programme.
We encourage RE-APPLICATION for those who have not been successful in previous calls.
Applications must be sent to:
The Research Coordinator
UPEACE Africa Programme
P.O.Box 2794 code 1250
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fax: +251 11 6180993
Telephone: +251 11 6180991/92
E-mail: echeboud@upeace.org and tabebe@upeace.org
SOURCE: CLICK HERE TO GET FORMS AND CHECKLIST
The UPEACE Africa Programme has secured funding from The Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to offer a limited number of scholarships to African students in PhD programmes focused in peace and conflict studies. The scholarship will cover tuition, living expenses, communications, access to scholarly materials, and disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations. In addition, part of the award may be used to cover expenses related to a semester abroad at a Canadian university. The maximum award is US $15,000 per eligible candidate per year. The programme is seeking applications from candidates who are currently enrolled in a PhD programme or who can offer proof of acceptance into a PhD Programme at a University in Sub Saharan Africa for the 2009-2010 Academic Year.
Eligible Fields of Studies
Applications will only be considered from candidates, who are doing their PhD studies in peace and conflict studies.
Criteria for Eligibility for the Competition
Must hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Must be enrolled/accepted in a PhD Programme in the field of Peace and Conflict Studies in Universities in Sub Saharan Africa;
Must be a full time PhD student
Submit a letter of support from the Lead Supervisor
The research must take place within Sub-Saharan Africa.
Applicant must have his/her Masters Degree in related discipline
Required Documents (Certified)
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
Completed Check List (signed and dated)
Cover Letter
Budget in USD
Application Form (Please Enable Macros in Excel to fill in the form)
Curriculum Vitae
Reference Letters
A personal Statement
Evidence of Enrollment
Transcripts
Proof of Citizenship
* Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
Duration
The duration of the Award is three years from the time of notification of selection. Successful applicants will receive the first installment of the award within three months after the announcement of the winners. Future installments will be provided upon satisfactory progress and submission of narrative and financial reports.
Deadline
31 May 2009
Complete applications must be received at the Office of the Africa Programme by the deadline.
Selection Process
All applications will be evaluated according to THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA SET FOR THE COMPETITION.
Note:
The Application must be sent electronically (via e-mail and fax) and through the Post Office to qualify. It is critical that the hard copies are received by the date of the deadline.
Only SHORT-LISTED applicants will be contacted. Short listed applicants will be notified by 31 July 2009. Applicants, who have not been contacted on the notification day, should note that their application was not successful.
Selected candidates are expected to attend Peace Research Training Workshops organized by UPEACE Africa Programme during the Award period. The Training Workshops will be held once a year. In addition, they are required to contribute at least one article to the Africa Peace and Conflict Journal (APCJ), which is published by the UPEACE Africa Programme.
We encourage RE-APPLICATION for those who have not been successful in previous calls.
Applications must be sent to:
The Research Coordinator
UPEACE Africa Programme
P.O.Box 2794 code 1250
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fax: +251 11 6180993
Telephone: +251 11 6180991/92
E-mail: echeboud@upeace.org and tabebe@upeace.org
SOURCE: CLICK HERE TO GET FORMS AND CHECKLIST
2009 UPEACE-IDRC Doctoral Research Award
Application Period: 1 March - 31 May 2009
Location: Sub-Saharan Africa.
The UPEACE Africa Programme has secured funding from The Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC). This funding will be strictly allocated to African students pursuing their PhD studies at Universities in Sub Saharan Africa and in particular for those, who are in the final stage of their PhD studies. The award is intended to support PhD candidates in their field research, data analysis, associated travel, and production costs. In addition, part of the award may be used to access updated scholarly materials and disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations. The maximum award is US $10,000 per eligible student.
Eligible Fields of Studies
Applications will be considered from candidates, who are doing their PhD studies in peace and conflict studies and related areas. The related areas are the following:
International Relations
Political Science
Human Rights
Development Studies
In case of related areas, applicants must demonstrate that their topic is strongly linked to Peace and Conflict studies.
Criteria for Eligibility for the Competition
Must hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Must be enrolled in a PhD Programme in a University in Sub Saharan Africa;
Applicant's Research Proposal must be approved by the PhD supervisor or by the Thesis Committee;
The proposed research must take place within Sub-Saharan Africa
Applicant must have completed all course work and passed the comprehensive examination (if applicable)
Applicant must have fulfilled all institutional academic requirements
Applicant must have his/her Masters Degree in related discipline
Required Documents (Certified)
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
Completed Check List (signed and dated)
Cover Letter
Research Proposal
Budget in USD
Application Form
Curriculum Vitae
Evidence of Enrollment
Reference Letters
A personal Statement
Letter of Approval of Research Proposal
Transcripts
Proof of Citizenship
* Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
Duration
The duration of the Award is two years from the time of notification of selection. Successful applicants will receive the first installment of the award within three months after the announcement of the winners. Future installments will be provided upon satisfactory progress and submission of narrative and financial reports.
Deadline
31 May 2009
Complete applications must be received at the Office of the Africa Programme by the deadline.
Selection Process
All applications will be evaluated according to THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA SET FOR THE COMPETITION.
Note:
The Application must be sent electronically (via e-mail and fax) and through the Post Office to qualify. It is critical that the hard copies are received by the date of the deadline.
Only SHORT-LISTED applicants will be contacted. Short listed applicants will be notified by 31 July 2009. Applicants, who have not been contacted on the notification day, should note that their application was not successful.
Selected candidates are expected to attend Peace Research Training Workshops organized by UPEACE Africa Programme during the Award period. The Training Workshops will be held once a year. In addition, they are required to contribute at least one article to the Africa Peace and Conflict Journal (APCJ), which is published by the UPEACE Africa Programme.
We encourage RE-APPLICATION for those who have not been successful in previous calls.
Applications must be sent to:
The Research Coordinator
UPEACE Africa Programme
P.O.Box 2794 code 1250
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fax: +251 11 6180993
Telephone: +251 11 6180991/92
E-mail: echeboud@upeace.org and tabebe@upeace.org
SOURCE: CLICK HERE TO GET FORMS & CHECKLIST
Location: Sub-Saharan Africa.
The UPEACE Africa Programme has secured funding from The Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC). This funding will be strictly allocated to African students pursuing their PhD studies at Universities in Sub Saharan Africa and in particular for those, who are in the final stage of their PhD studies. The award is intended to support PhD candidates in their field research, data analysis, associated travel, and production costs. In addition, part of the award may be used to access updated scholarly materials and disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations. The maximum award is US $10,000 per eligible student.
Eligible Fields of Studies
Applications will be considered from candidates, who are doing their PhD studies in peace and conflict studies and related areas. The related areas are the following:
International Relations
Political Science
Human Rights
Development Studies
In case of related areas, applicants must demonstrate that their topic is strongly linked to Peace and Conflict studies.
Criteria for Eligibility for the Competition
Must hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Must be enrolled in a PhD Programme in a University in Sub Saharan Africa;
Applicant's Research Proposal must be approved by the PhD supervisor or by the Thesis Committee;
The proposed research must take place within Sub-Saharan Africa
Applicant must have completed all course work and passed the comprehensive examination (if applicable)
Applicant must have fulfilled all institutional academic requirements
Applicant must have his/her Masters Degree in related discipline
Required Documents (Certified)
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
Completed Check List (signed and dated)
Cover Letter
Research Proposal
Budget in USD
Application Form
Curriculum Vitae
Evidence of Enrollment
Reference Letters
A personal Statement
Letter of Approval of Research Proposal
Transcripts
Proof of Citizenship
* Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
Duration
The duration of the Award is two years from the time of notification of selection. Successful applicants will receive the first installment of the award within three months after the announcement of the winners. Future installments will be provided upon satisfactory progress and submission of narrative and financial reports.
Deadline
31 May 2009
Complete applications must be received at the Office of the Africa Programme by the deadline.
Selection Process
All applications will be evaluated according to THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA SET FOR THE COMPETITION.
Note:
The Application must be sent electronically (via e-mail and fax) and through the Post Office to qualify. It is critical that the hard copies are received by the date of the deadline.
Only SHORT-LISTED applicants will be contacted. Short listed applicants will be notified by 31 July 2009. Applicants, who have not been contacted on the notification day, should note that their application was not successful.
Selected candidates are expected to attend Peace Research Training Workshops organized by UPEACE Africa Programme during the Award period. The Training Workshops will be held once a year. In addition, they are required to contribute at least one article to the Africa Peace and Conflict Journal (APCJ), which is published by the UPEACE Africa Programme.
We encourage RE-APPLICATION for those who have not been successful in previous calls.
Applications must be sent to:
The Research Coordinator
UPEACE Africa Programme
P.O.Box 2794 code 1250
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fax: +251 11 6180993
Telephone: +251 11 6180991/92
E-mail: echeboud@upeace.org and tabebe@upeace.org
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Thursday, 2 April 2009
Online Courses Global Norms Against Terrorism at Work
2009 ONLINE COURSES GLOBAL NORMS AGAINST TERRORISM AT WORK:
SETTING INTERNATIONAL LAW IN MOTION
UNODC with the cooperation of DiploFoundation
Topics Covered
1. Introduction to the Universal Legal Regime against Terrorism
2. The Roots of the Universal Legal Regime against Terrorism: International Criminal Law and the Institutional Context
3. Universal Instruments against Terrorism: Establishing and Prosecuting Offences
4. Universal Instruments against Terrorism: Tools for Extradition and Mutual Legal Assistance
5. Making Use of the Univeral Legal Regime against Terrorism: Legal Implications and Challenges
Practical Information
Fees
Both courses are offered free of charge as part of a capacity-building initiative on the part of UNODC.
Timetable
The course for English-speaking participants will begin during the week starting 4 May 2009.
The course for French-speaking participants will begin during the week starting 18 May 2009.
Selected applicants will receive full details of the timetable before the course begins.
Who should apply
Criminal justice officers, practicing diplomats, civil servants, and others who work in the legal areas of international cooperation in criminal matters, or are involved in legislative drafting of criminal law texts. Priority will be given to applicants from developing countries.
Requirements
Applicants for both courses must:
- hold a university degree in Law, preferably with specialization in international/criminal law issues;
- have at least three years work experience as legal practitioner or governmental official. Involvement in international cooperation matters, especially in criminal matters, is an asset;
- for the course addressed to English-speaking participants, sufficient ability in English to undertake postgraduate level tudies; for the course addressed to French-speaking participants, sufficient ability in French to undertake postgraduate level studies;
- have unrestricted access to the Internet using Firefox or Internet Explorer web browsers;
- be ready to commit a minimum of 6 hours per week to studies for the duration of the course.
How to apply
Candidates interested in the course for English-speaking participants should send their CV with a short motivation letter to: fariza.abu.bakar@unodc.org
Application deadline: 13 April 2009
Candidates interested in the course for French-speaking participants should send their CV with a short motivation letter to: nejat.ncube@unodc.org
Application deadline: 20 April 2009
More information can be found HERE.
SETTING INTERNATIONAL LAW IN MOTION
UNODC with the cooperation of DiploFoundation
Topics Covered
1. Introduction to the Universal Legal Regime against Terrorism
2. The Roots of the Universal Legal Regime against Terrorism: International Criminal Law and the Institutional Context
3. Universal Instruments against Terrorism: Establishing and Prosecuting Offences
4. Universal Instruments against Terrorism: Tools for Extradition and Mutual Legal Assistance
5. Making Use of the Univeral Legal Regime against Terrorism: Legal Implications and Challenges
Practical Information
Fees
Both courses are offered free of charge as part of a capacity-building initiative on the part of UNODC.
Timetable
The course for English-speaking participants will begin during the week starting 4 May 2009.
The course for French-speaking participants will begin during the week starting 18 May 2009.
Selected applicants will receive full details of the timetable before the course begins.
Who should apply
Criminal justice officers, practicing diplomats, civil servants, and others who work in the legal areas of international cooperation in criminal matters, or are involved in legislative drafting of criminal law texts. Priority will be given to applicants from developing countries.
Requirements
Applicants for both courses must:
- hold a university degree in Law, preferably with specialization in international/criminal law issues;
- have at least three years work experience as legal practitioner or governmental official. Involvement in international cooperation matters, especially in criminal matters, is an asset;
- for the course addressed to English-speaking participants, sufficient ability in English to undertake postgraduate level tudies; for the course addressed to French-speaking participants, sufficient ability in French to undertake postgraduate level studies;
- have unrestricted access to the Internet using Firefox or Internet Explorer web browsers;
- be ready to commit a minimum of 6 hours per week to studies for the duration of the course.
How to apply
Candidates interested in the course for English-speaking participants should send their CV with a short motivation letter to: fariza.abu.bakar@unodc.org
Application deadline: 13 April 2009
Candidates interested in the course for French-speaking participants should send their CV with a short motivation letter to: nejat.ncube@unodc.org
Application deadline: 20 April 2009
More information can be found HERE.
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