Thứ Bảy, 27 tháng 8, 2011

8th European Feminist Research Conference, Budapest, 17-20 May 2012‏

Call for Papers
The 8th European Feminist Research Conference welcomes papers that keep in focus the connections among a number of relevant axes that frame current researches in the field. We have in mind connections between disciplines and interdisciplinarity; the past, the present and the future; gender and intersectionality; activism and power; local and global; margin and center. The strands listed below indicate the main lines of inquiry around which the Conference will be structured.

Participants must indicate the strand their paper addresses. Based on this indication the Conference Committee will create intersecting panels across different strands. Please be aware that the strands were created with the intention to be inclusive, and the descriptions might help you to decide what framework is the best for your research.
For Conference Strands, see: http://www.8thfeministconference.org/index.php?menu=3
The deadline for abstract submissions for the 8th European Feminist Research Conference, 2011 (http://www.8thfeministconference.org) has been changed to September 15, 2011. 

Project,Tourism Development and Management in the Balkans (PhD, MA and BA)‏


Call for Expression of Interest for Contributions in
Tourism Development and Management in the Balkans Institute
for Sustainability and Development of Youth (ISDY) & IQ Consulting looking
for Experts in Tourism Development and Management for participating in a
regional research project covering countries of Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro,
and Macedonia. The research aims at mapping tourism industries in the four
countries and develop evidence-based policy responses for further developing
this sector in the country. The research project is foreseen to be implemented
in the period January - December 2012, with a possibility of six months
extension.

The
Tourism Development Experts should be:

Category A:PhD or Post Doctoral Scholars specializing in the field of Tourism Development
and/or Management, with 5-10 years of relevant academic and practical
experience; prior experience in working in the Balkans region is highly
desirable.

Category B:
MA Level specializing in the field of Tourism Development and/or Management,
with 3-5 years of academic and practical experience; prior experience in
working in one of the countries covered by the project is an advantage.

Category C:Bachelor Level Research Interns (paid internships) for the national pool of
researchers foreseen to be established in each of the countries. Candidates
with prior experience in carrying out academic and/or commercial (market)
research are preferred.

The
shortlisted candidates will be contacted by ISDY and IQ Consulting with further
details on the assignment.

Submission:
All
interested candidates need to submit their CVs in EU Phare formatby September 5, 2011 @ 5:00 PM (CET) via email to isuf.halimi@isdy-ks.org and kushtrim.shaipi@iqconsulting.biz(please
use both addresses). Late applications
will not be selected.
CVs
should be in Word or PDF format. The subject line in the email should read: Call for Expression of Interest for
Contributions in Tourism Development and Management in the Balkans/Category.

Gendered Memories of War and Political Violence, Sabanci University, Istanbul, 22-23 May 2012‏

*Call for Papers*

Gendered Memories of War and Political Violence

22-23 May 2012 Istanbul

Gender and Women's Studies Forum

Sabancı University

Workshop organized in the framework of the
Central European University - Sabancı University Joint Academic Initiative

by Ayşe Gül Altınay and Andrea Petö

Opening Remarks by Cynthia Enloe

The 20th century has been a century of wars, genocides, and other forms of political violence. It has also been a century of feminist struggle and theorizing globally. At the peak of what is sometimes called the "memory boom," this conference seeks to explore the different ways in which wars, genocides, and other forms of political violence are remembered through a gender lens. Central questions include (but are not limited to):

* How have wars, genocides and other forms of political violence
been narrated and represented by men and women?
* How do women remember and narrate sexual violence in war?
* How do (written, oral or visual) testimonies challenge or
reinforce the hegemonic accounts of wars and genocides?
* How are wars memorialized and gendered through monuments,
museums, and other memory sites?
* What is the impact of the ethnicization/racialization of violence
on the making of gendered memories?
* How is the relationship between the "personal" and the
"public/national/political" (re)conceptualized in popular culture,
film, literature, and (auto)biographical texts dealing with war,
genocide, and other forms of political violence?
* How are "humanitarian interventions," post-conflict processes, and
transitional justice gendered?
* How do women's, feminist, and LGBTQ movements contribute to
critical memory work on wars?
* What kind of impact has feminist scholarship had on war and
militarism studies, genocide studies, and memory studies?
* What new concepts or theoretical frameworks (queer? postcolonial?
critical race studies?) promise new openings in feminist analyses of
memory work on wars and genocides?

*Applications:*

The working language of the conference will be English. Scholars of all levels and from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to papers that deal with Europe (in the largest sense of the term) or Europe's connection to the discussed context, but other papers will also be considered.

Please submit an abstract (max. 500 words) outlining the relevance and novelty of your contribution, together with a 200 words resumé.

Presenters will be required to submit their presentation in writing prior to the workshop. With the participation of Cynthia Enloe and other prominent scholars from the field as discussants, we are hoping for close engagement and critical debate during the workshop. Presenters will be encouraged to submit their revised papers for the special issue of the /European Journal of Women's Studies/ on the same topic (to be edited by Altınay and Petö).

There are limited funds for those participants who do not have other sources of funding to attend the workshop. When submitting your abstract, please indicate your need for any financial assistance. There are no registration fees. Lunch, tea and coffee will be provided for all participants.

*The application deadline is 16 December 2011.*

To submit your paper and for more information: genderconf@sabanciuniv.edu
Workshop website: http://myweb.sabanciuniv.edu/genderconf/

Conference: A Contextual View of Genocidal Intent, University of Leicester, 22-23 September 2011‏

A Contextual View of Genocidal Intent

This conference seeks to investigate one of the most important aspects of the phenomenon of genocide: intent, an element which the International Law Commission recognised as the "distinguishing characteristic" of genocide. But aspects of intent �" its very concept, its significance for the disciplines which engage in genocide studies and the individual elements it comprises, are subject of considerable controversy.

In historical studies, the very question whether the phenomenon of genocide requires intent, has given rise to passionate debate. To many scholars who approach genocide from the social sciences, it is not acceptable that in some cases accusations of genocide should be dismissed because the intent to target a protected group ‘as such’ cannot be established. The necessity of intent moves to the very centre of debate in case studies as diverse as ethnic cleansing in the Bosnian war, colonial wars against Native Americans and the African slave trade.

Genocide scholars who examine the crime from its psychological background, have for a long time considered the intent of various groups and perpetrators which are involved in shaping the context of genocidal campaigns: instigators, followers and by-standers to the events. At the core of their investigations are often questions which go beyond the restrictions of a purely legal analysis: aspects such as motives for genocide occupy a prominent space.

International criminal law proceeds on the basis of the Genocide Convention which stipulates that the perpetrator has to have the "intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a racial, religious, ethnic or national group as such". But questions about the precise standard of intent (a cognitive or a volitional basis?), about the interpretation of the words "in whole or in part" and about acceptable evidence for genocidal intent, continue to have considerable influence on the current debate and often enough receive contradictory treatment by the international criminal tribunals.

This conference will take an interdisciplinary approach by bringing together scholars from various disciplines to debate genocidal intent and its significance, but also to challenge the various concepts which were developed by different schools. By so doing, it will not only promote mutual understanding of one of the most significant crimes on the international scene, but will also aid in the formulation of strategies to deal with the phenomenon of genocide itself.

The conference themes are informed by the various questions which genocidal intent raises. This includes (but is not limited to) the following key points which will be subjected to discussion:

• Is intent of importance to all disciplines which debate genocide?
• Does intent necessarily lead to genocide in the social sense of the term?
• What motives induce the formation of intent?
• Is a mere knowledge standard sufficient for the assumption of intent?
• Is the intent to remove a group from a territory the same as the intent to destroy it?
• Is the intent of "bystanders" of importance?
• What is acceptable evidence for genocidal intent?

Speakers at the conference include Professor William Schabas (Director of the Irish Centre of Human Rights and author of Genocide in International Law), who will give the keynote address on 22 September; and Professors Hans Vest, Samuel Totten and Paul Bartrop.

The organisers gratefully acknowledge the support of the British Academy for the 2011 Conference on Genocidal Intent.

School of Historical Studies / School of Law
Conference, 21 �" 23 September 2011, University of Leicester, UK

Contact:
Dr Paul Behrens, School of Law
email: pk124@le.ac.uk

Dr Olaf Jensen, Director, Stanley Burton Centre for Holocaust and Genocide Studies
School Office:             +44(0)116-252-2802      
e-mail: oj6@le.ac.uk
http://www.le.ac.uk/hi/centres/burton/

Danielle Jackson, Admin School of Historical Studies
School Office:             +44(0)116-252-2800      
email: dlj5@le.ac.uk

Visit Stanley Burton Centre for Holocaust and Genocide Studies Website at Leicester University or on Facebook

Draft Programme

Wednesday, 21 September 2011
University of Leicester

17.30 �" 18.30 Sixth Aubrey Newman Lecture
Ken Edwards Building, Lecture Theatre 3

Professor William A Schabas
(NUI Galway, Irish Centre for Human Rights)

"Proving Genocidal Intent. Is it really so difficult?"

19.00 Wine Reception and Introduction to the Conference Dr Olaf Jensen and Dr Paul Behrens (University of Leicester)

Thursday, 22 September 2011
University of Leicester

9.00 Registration and Coffee
9.20 Welcome
9.30 Introduction Dr Olaf Jensen:
The Leicester Project on Genocide and the Holocaust

Session 1: Evaluating Genocidal Intent

10.00 Keynote Speech:
Prof William A Schabas
(NUI Galway, Irish Centre for Human Rights)
Understanding Genocidal Intent
10.30 Discussion
11.00 Dr Paul Behrens
(University of Leicester)
Between Stigma and Protection: The Role of Genocidal Intent in the Law
11.20 Discussion
11.40 Prof Hans Vest
(University of Bern)
Cognitive and volitional standard of intent
12.00 Discussion

12.20 �" 13.30 Lunch

Session 2: Genocidal Intent: Origins and Prevention

13.30 Prof Monique Eckmann
(University of Applied Sciences of Western Switzerland, Geneva)
Prof Dennis Klein
(Kean University)
“Intimate Killing”: Reassessing the “Intent to Destroy”
13.50 Discussion
14.10 Dr Ekkehard Strauss
(formerly of the New York Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights)
Intent and the Obligation to Prevent Genocide
14.30 Discussion

Session 3: Discourse and Genocidal Intent

14.50 Carol Staunton
(National University of Ireland, Galway)
“A necessity imposed upon us”? Parliamentary Discourse and Identifying Genocidal Intent 15.10 Discussion

15.30 �" 16.10
Coffee

Session 4: Intent and the Concept of Destruction

16.10 Thomas Forster
(University of Bern)
Destroying What, Exactly? Genocidal Intent and Group Conceptions
16.30 Discussion
16.50 Clotilde Pegorier
(University of Lucerne)
The Spectrum of Violence:
Genocide, Ethnic Cleansing and the Question of Intent
17.10 Discussion
17.30 Justine Jones
(University of Groningen)
Ethnic Cleansing and Genocidal Intent
17.50 Discussion
18.10 End of Day 1

19.30 �" 21.00 Dinner (if booked as part of the conference package)

Friday, 23 September 2011
University of Leicester

10.30 Welcome to the Second Day

Session 5: Proving Genocidal Intent

10.40 Prof Samuel Totten
(University of Arkansas)
What is Acceptable Evidence for Genocidal Intent: The Darfur Crisis and the Debate Over Whether Genocide Was Perpetrated by Government of Sudan Troops and Janjaweed

11.00 Discussion
11.20 Prof Paul Bartrop
(Bialik College, Melbourne)
“Action Equals Intent:” The Equation of Criminal Actions with the Issue of Intention, An Historical Perspective
11.40 Discussion
12.00 Dr Olaf Jensen
(University of Leicester)
Evaluating Intent: The Inconsistent Nazi and the Dynamics of Killing
12.20 Discussion

12.40 �" 13.40 Lunch

Session 6: Genocidal Intent: Selected Cases

13.40 Prof Michelle Kelso
(George Washington University)
The Genocide of Roma During WWII: An Investigation of the Intent of the Romanian Regime Toward its Romani Populations

14.00 Discussion
14.20 Dr Gillian Wigglesworth
(Barrister and Lecturer)
‘The Srebrenica massacre and its aftermath: reflections on genocidal intent in the light of the judgment(s) of the ICTY in the Popovic case’ 14.40 Discussion

15.00 �" 15.40 Coffee

Session 7: Genocidal Intent and the Wider Context

15.40 Freda Njugu Kabatsi
(Senior State Attorney, Uganda)
The Role of Motives for the Evaluation of Genocidal Intent
16.00 Discussion
16.20 Dr Caroline Fournet
(University of Groningen)
Diverging judicial approaches to genocidal intent: the impact of non-legal factors on judicial decision-making
16.40 Discussion
17.00 Dr Gregory Kent
(Roehampton University)
Actus-intention connection: how ICTY judicial methodologies confound ‘common sense’ and expert views on genocide in Bosnia
17.20 Discussion
17.40 End of Day 2

Registration Procedure

Thank you very much for your interest in the 2011 Conference "A Contextual View on Genocidal Intent". To register, please use our electronic system at https://shop.le.ac.uk/browse/module.asp?compid=1&modid=2 . Registration will be open until 20 September 2011. Please note that only a limited number of places are available.
Further details, including information about the conference venue, will be sent to all attendees.

Attendance Rates Please note that attendees have to make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation. Rate 1A: £ 75 All-inclusive two day conference package. Includes attendance on 21 September 2011 (The 6th Aubrey Newman Lecture) and wine reception afterwards, Attendance on 22 and 23 September 2011, coffee / tea, 2 lunches, 1 conference dinner on Thursday 22 September 2011. Rate 1B: £ 50 Includes attendance on 21-23 September 2011, coffee / tea, 2 lunches (but no dinner). Rate 2: £20 Student rate. Includes attendance on 22 and 23 September 2011, coffee / tea, 2 lunches, 1 conference dinner on Thursday, 22 September 2011. Proof of student status must be e-mailed to the organisers. Please note that only 10 student places are available. The organisers gratefully acknowledge the support of the British Academy for the 2011 Conference on Genocidal Intent.
Dr Olaf Jensen
Director, Stanley Burton Centre for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, University of Leicester
School Office:             +44(0)116-252-2802      

Email: oj6@le.ac.uk
Visit the website at http://www.le.ac.uk/hi/centres/burton/

7th Annual International Symposium on Economic Theory, Policy and Applications, Athens, 23-26 July 2012‏

7th Annual International Symposium on Economic Theory, Policy and Applications

Athens, Greece

23-26 July 2012

The Economics Research Unit of the Athens Institute for Education and Research (AT.IN.E.R.) organizes its 7th Annual International Symposium in Athens, Greece, 23-26 July 2012. The conference website is: http://www.atiner.gr/economics.htm . The aim of the conference is to bring together scholars and students of economics and other related disciplines. You may participate as panel organizer, presenter of one paper, chair a session or observer.

The registration fee is €300 (euro), covering access to all sessions, two lunches, coffee breaks and conference material. Special arrangements will be made with a local luxury hotel for a limited number of rooms at a special conference rate. In addition, a number of social events will be organized: A Greek night of entertainment with dinner, a special one-day cruise in the Greek islands, an archaeological tour (urban walk) of Athens and a one-day visit to Delphi. Details of the social program are available at http://www.atiner.gr/soc/2012SOC-ECO.htm . Papers (in English) from all areas of Economics are welcome. Sessions will be organized along the lines of the Journal of Economic Literature Classification Index:

· General Economics and Teaching,

· Schools of Economic Thought and Methodology,

· Mathematical and Quantitative Methods,

· Welfare Economics,

· Microeconomics,

· Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics,

· International Economics,

· Financial Economics,

· Public Economics,

· Health, Education and Welfare,

· Labour and Demographic Economics,

· Law and Economics,

· Industrial Organization,

· Business Administration & Business Economics - Marketing – Accounting,

· Economic History,

· Economic Development, Technological Change, and Growth,

· Economic Systems,

· Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics,

· Urban, Rural, and Regional Economics,

· Cultural Economics.

Selected papers will be published in a Special Volume of the Conference Proceedings or Edited Books as part of ATINER's book series. For Books and Proceedings of previous conferences you may visit http://www.atiner.gr/docs/ECONOMICS_PUBLICATIONS.htm . Papers to be included are blindly peer reviewed. If you think you can contribute, please send an abstract of about 300 words, via email (atiner@atiner.gr ), before 9th of January 2012 to:

Dr. John Roufagalas, Professor,
Troy University, USA & Head, Economics Research Unit, ATINER, 8 Valaoritou Street, Kolonaki,
10671 Athens, Greece.

Tel.:             + 30 210 3634210      
Fax: + 30 210 3634209.

Abstracts should include: Title of Paper, Family Name (s), First Name (s), Institutional Affiliation, Current Position, an email address and at least 3 keywords that best describe the subject of your submission. Please use the abstract submitting form available at http://www.atiner.gr/docs/2012FORM-ECO.doc .

Announcement of the decision is made within 4 weeks after submission, which includes information on registration deadlines and paper submission requirements. If you want to participate without presenting a paper, i.e. chair a session, organize a panel, evaluate papers to be included in the conference proceedings or books, contribute to the editing of a book, or any other contribution, please send an email to Dr. Gregory T. Papanikos (gtp@atiner.gr ), President, ATINER.

The Athens Institute for Education and Research (ATINER) was established in 1995 as an independent academic organization with the mission to become a forum, where academics and researchers - from all over the world - could meet in Athens and exchange ideas on their research and discuss the future developments of their discipline. Since 1995, ATINER has organized about 150 international conferences and has published over 100 books. Academically, the Institute consists of four research divisions and nineteen research units. Each research unit organizes at least an annual conference and undertakes various small and large research projects.

European Commission Traineeship, Brussels and Luxembourg‏

European Commission Traineeship
Brussels, Belgium / Luxembourg, Luxembourg

1 October - 28 February

http://ec.europa.eu/stages/information/traineeship_en.htm#Infotab1

The aims of the official in-service training with the Commission of the European Union are:

-to provide young university graduates with a unique, first-hand experience of the workings of the European Commission in particular, and of the EU institutions in general. The training also aims to provide an understanding of the objectives and goals of the EU integration processes and policies;
-to give trainees an opportunity to acquire practical experience and knowledge of the day-to-day work of the Commission Departments and Services. They will have an opportunity to work in a multicultural, multilingual and multiethnic environment, contributing to the development of mutual understanding, trust and tolerance. European integration will be promoted within the spirit of new governance and through active participation - creating an awareness of true European citizenship;
-to give young university graduates the opportunity to put into practice knowledge acquired during their studies, particularly in their specific areas of competence. To introduce these graduates to the professional world and its constraints, duties and opportunities.

The European Commission, through its official traineeships scheme:

-benefits from the input of young enthusiastic graduates, who can give a fresh point of view and up-to-date academic knowledge, enriching the everyday work of the European Commission;
-creates a pool of young people with first-hand experience of and trained in European Commission procedures, who will be better prepared to collaborate and co-operate with the European Commission in the future;
-creates long-term "goodwill ambassadors" for European ideas and values, both within the European Union and outside.

Training periods begin with an administrative welcome meeting followed by a two-day general introductory conference on Community matters. Attendance is obligatory for all trainees, with the exception of those based in a Delegation and those starting at a later date (deferred start). Trainees are then assigned to their Directorates-General or Services.

Where to live in Brussels

Try to find accommodation close to a metro line, or somewhere no further than 15 minutes walk from your office. The closest communes (districts) to the majority of Commission buildings, and therefore the most popular, are Etterbeek, Ixelles, Brussels and parts of Schaerbeek.

For trainees appointed to DG ENV, DG INFSO or DG ECFIN, the closest communes are Auderghem, Watermael-Boitsfort, Ixelles and Etterbeek. However, Auderghem and Watermael-Boitsfort are in the suburbs and are slightly more expensive than the other communes. Ixelles is the site of the ULB (the Université Libre de Bruxelles) so is full of student accommodation, at appropriate student prices.

For trainees appointed to DGT, the nearest communes are Evere and Schaerbeek. These communes are also in the suburbs.

For further information about the different communes of Brussels, you are advised to check the website of the Brussels Europe Liaison Office.

Where to live in Luxembourg

Try to find accommodation on a bus or train route, or somewhere no further than 15 minutes walk from your office.

-DG MOVE is situated in the EUROFORUM buildings in Gasperich. Convenient places to stay would be near the railway station (Gare), Hollerich, Bonnevoie, Merl, Belair or the city centre.
-DG HR, DG COMM, DG DIGIT, DGT, DG EMPL, DG INFSO, OIL, PMO and DG SANCO are all in the Jean Monnet building on the Kirchberg, a 15- or 20-minute walk from the centre, Belair, Limpertsberg, Grund, Rollingergrund, Cents, Weimershof and Weimerskirch.
-DG ECFIN is in the Wagner building adjacent to the Jean Monnet Building
-EUROSTAT is in the Bech Building, close to the Kirchberg in Grunewald.
-OP is near the railway station close to Bonnevoie, Merl, Belaire, Gasperich, Hollerich and the centre.

Basic living allowance

All trainees are awarded a monthly living allowance of 25% of the basic remuneration for an official at grade AD 5/1 (Commission Decision C/2007/1221). For the March 2011 traineeships, the living allowance for in-service training has been set at €1071,19 per month.

Disability Allowance

Where justified, disabled trainees may receive a supplement to their living allowance of up to a maximum of 50% of the living allowance. The Traineeships Office may consult the medical service of the Commission for an opinion if deemed necessary.

Anticipated End of Traineeship

Any trainee who terminates his/her traineeship early will be required to reimburse that part of the living allowance which he/she may have received, relating to the period after the termination date.

When is the living allowance paid?

The living allowance is transferred to the trainee's bank account monthly on the following dates, provided all the relevant documents have been submitted within the deadlines:

-First month of the stage: paid at the end of the month.
-Following months: paid around 16th of each month.

Trainees are advised to make sure that they have sufficient funds to cover all the costs of the first month of the traineeship (first rental payment, deposits and guarantees, food and transport, etc).

Website: http://ec.europa.eu/stages/information/traineeship_en.htm#Infotab1

TOL is looking for editorial interns

Transitions www.tol.org is looking for editorial interns with an interest in
online journalism and international reporting.

They will conduct research for the editors, help find photos for stories,
publish stories on our content management system, assist with multimedia
productions, help write and research grant proposals, and find suitable articles
from other outlets for Transitions to reprint, among other duties. They will
also have an opportunity to edit and write for us, depending on their skills and
inclination. We have two ideal candidates:

One is a native English speaker, preferably with some knowledge of a primary
language in Transitions coverage regions, such as Russian, Serbo-Croatian,
Romanian, or Albanian. He or she will have some experience with journalistic
writing, probably with a college or university newspaper or magazine.

The other is a native Russian speaker able to translate texts into English and
conduct research in Russian, preferably familiar with the norms of Western-style
journalism.

The interns need not be located in Prague, but they must have reliable broadband
access, be able to commit a regular block of time to the work, and be willing to
use Skype while on the job. Please send a CV and one sample of your work, if
applicable, to editorial@tol.org. Only those candidates selected for an
interview will be notified. These are not paying positions.

Thứ Ba, 23 tháng 8, 2011

Intern, Foreign Policy and Civil Society Program The German Marshall Fund of the United States Brussels, Belgium


The German Marshall Fund’s Brussels office is looking for an intern in its Foreign Policy & Civil Society Program, specifically to work on issues related to Wider Europe region.
The Foreign Policy and Civil Society Program approaches its grantmaking, convening, networking, and writing/research programs with an appreciation that policy options are most attractive to policymakers if they take into account local political situations and have an understanding of what is not only possible, but also what is practical. With the help of regional offices and trust funds in the Black Sea region and the Balkans, along with its Russia program, GMF has developed substantial expertise in the European neighborhood and continues to follow the developments in the various countries, as well as provide financial assistance.

Key Areas of Responsibility:
  • Provide administrative, event and research support for the Foreign Policy & Civil Society Program, with emphasis on the European Neighborhood Policy;

  • Take part in the day-to-day running of the busy Brussels office;

  • Exposed to GMF’s network, its high-level large events and its various policy actors; and

  • Attend various policy related events in Brussels.


Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Fluency in English and preferably French and/or Dutch, Russian is a plus.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Strong interest in the European Neighborhood policy issues (Black Sea region and Russia in particular).

  • Background in foreign policy and/or international relations.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and flexibility to handle diverse administrative tasks.

  • Good research skills.

  • Familiarity with European institutions.

  • Interest in transatlantic relations.

For more details and to apply for this job click here

ISSBD and Jacobs Foundation funded 10 Doctoral Fellowships, Germany 2012

10 Doctoral Fellowships for International Students in field of Psychology and Educational Sciences to Study at their Home Towns , 2012
Study Subject(s):Psychology and Educational Sciences
Course Level:Doctoral Fellowships
Scholarship Provider: The ISSBD and The Jacobs Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Can study at their home institutions
Eligibility:
a.) hold, or have documents indicating that they will soon hold, qualifications that meet eligibility requirements for entry into a PhD program. This qualification should be in a field relevant to developmental research;
b.) have identified a doctoral project in developmental research, confirmed that they are eligible to enroll in a PhD at the institution in which they intend to complete the project, and have agreement from a staff member from that institution that they will provide supervision for the project;
c.) be proficient in spoken and written English.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The ISSBD and the Jacobs Foundation share an interest in developing the careers of early career scholars from all parts of the world, including currency-restricted countries, and have established a fellowship program for this purpose. The target groups are students who intend to pursue a doctorate in developmental research, or who have recently enrolled in a doctoral program at their home institution. The program will primarily focus on students studying psychology and educational sciences; applications from neighbouring fields are also welcome. Fellowships will be located at the institutions in which the students enroll in their PhDs, and will commence in January 2012
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: September 15, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

AP-Google Journalism and Technology Scholarship, 2012/13, USA

Associated Press and Google announces Undergraduate or graduate scholarship in the field of Computing, Technology, and journalism in USA-2012/13

Study Subject(s):Computing, Technology, and journalism
Course Level:Undergraduate or graduate
Scholarship Provider: The Associated Press and Google
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility: -The scholarships are open to college sophomores or higher with at least one year of full-time undergraduate or graduate study remaining. Applicants must meet the following requirements at the time of the application:
?Be a U.S. citizen
?Be a minimum of 18 years of age
?Be currently enrolled full time at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree. (College graduates returning to school are eligible to apply and must provide an acceptance letter from graduate institution.)
?Have at least one year of full-time undergraduate or graduate study remaining
?Have minimum grade point average of 3.0
?Be at least a college sophomore at time of application
?Be available for in-person or remote interviews with selection committee if selected as a finalist
Scholarship Open for International Students: No

Scholarship Description: The Associated Press and Google announce a new national scholarship program intended to foster digital and new media skills in student journalists. The Online News Association, the world’s largest membership organization of digital journalists, will administer the program. The AP-Google Journalism and Technology Scholarship program will provide $20,000 scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year to six promising undergraduate or graduate students pursuing or planning to pursue degrees at the intersection of journalism, computer science and new media. The program is targeted to individual students creating innovative projects that further the ideals of digital journalism. A key goal is to promote geographic, gender and ethnic diversity, with an emphasis on rural and urban areas.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: Jan. 27, 2012
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Teaching Fellowship in Criminology at Durham City, UK

The School of Applied Social Sciences announce Teaching Fellowship in Criminology at Durham City, UK
Study Subject(s):Criminology
Course Level:Teaching
Scholarship Provider: Durham City, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
-A first degree in a relevant discipline
-A PhD, completed or in progress, in a relevant area.
-Clear plans for the development of their scholarship.
-Experience of teaching in an HE context on Criminology and/or related topics.
-Experience of undertaking student assessment.
-A team-player, able to work collaboratively with others both in the School and beyond.
Scholarship Open for International Students: No
Scholarship Description: The School of Applied Social Sciences is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Criminology to support the delivery of its undergraduate programmes through delivery of core and optional modules as appropriate. The post will convene and deliver two undergraduate Criminology modules and a related postgraduate module, and supervise dissertation students in the first instance but duties may vary as the needs of the School develop and the postholder may be asked to contribute to and/or deliver teaching on undergraduate or postgraduate modules in other areas of Sociology and/or Criminology as appropriate to the person specification.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 August 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Dean’s Scholarships for International Students, Australia 2011

Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students in the field of Business, Communication,Social Science offered by Faculty of Higher Education, Lilydale in Australia
Study Subject(s):Business, Communication,Social Science
Course Level:Undergraduate
Scholarship Provider: Faculty of Higher Education, Lilydale
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility:Any international student completing an Australian year 12 course who applies for an undergraduate single or double degree course delivered at the Lilydale campus.
-Students must commence studying in semester 1.
-Selection will be made based on academic merit.
-Retention of the scholarship will be subject to satisfactory progress.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The Faculty of Higher Education, Lilydale offers scholarships to assist international students with the cost of studying in Australia and recognising the academic achievements of students.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 10 January 2012
Further Scholarship Information and Application

UWA- India Scholarship at The University of Western Australia, Australia 2012

Research Scholarship for Indian Students at University of Western Australia in Australia
Study Subject(s):Courses offered by University of Western Australia
Course Level:Research
Scholarship Provider: University of Western Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility:Applicants must be citizens of India and must
-be able to commit to funding personally or have a commitment from a recognised sponsor to fund fifty percent (50%) of the full tuition fees for up to four years (for a PhD)
-demonstrate English language proficiency to an acceptable standard for details see the following
-have completed a relevant undergraduate degree with at least four years of study and with First Class Honours, or the equivalent — e.g. a Masters degree incorporating a research project of at least 25% of a full year’s program.
-be prepared to enroll as a full-time candidate for a higher degree by research Eligible applicants, who can commit to paying fifty-percent (50%) of their full tuition fees to undertake a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at The University of Western Australia, may apply for India Scholarships for International Research Fees (India SIRF).
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes ( India)
Scholarship Description: As part of its broader international scholarship program The University of Western Australia will offer fifty- percent (50%) international tuition fee scholarships to Indian higher degree by research students for commencement in 2012.$A26,360 per annum
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 23 September 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Fellowships, Social Science Research Council Eurasia Program, USA‏

The Social Science Research Council Eurasia Program is pleased to announce that *online applications are now available for its* *2011/2012 Fellowships Competition*.

**Eurasia Program Fellowships**are intended for applicants who have completed their dissertation field research and/or data collection, who have made significant progress in outlining emergent, innovative contributions to scholarship, and who are willing to reach beyond the academic community to make their work known and accessible to a variety of publics.

The Eurasia Program offers *three types of fellowship support in 2011*, providing financial and academic support to graduate students in the early stages of dissertation development, Ph.D. candidates near completion of their doctoral programs in the social sciences and related humanities, and young scholars within five years of the completion of their Ph.D.

The funding for this fellowship program is provided by the Department of State, Bureau of Intelligence and Research, Office of Outreach Title VIII Program <http://www.state.gov/s/inr/grants/index.htm> for Research and Training on Eastern Europe and Eurasia (Independent States of the Former Soviet Union). One of the goals of the Title VIII program is to support and sustain American expertise on the countries of Eastern Europe and Eurasia. This program also works to support outreach; build relationships between the policy community and the academic community; help build national capability by engaging diverse experts in the exploration of new ideas and perspectives; and create new knowledge and research.

*Applications due – November 15, 2011*

*Pre-Dissertation Awards (PDAs)*

Pre-Dissertation Awards (PDAs) enable early stage graduate students to perform initial field assessments of up to 4 weeks for archival exploration, preliminary interviews, and other forms of feasibility studies related to their dissertations. We anticipate awarding 4-6 young scholars the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of their proposed field sites, establish contacts within local communities, meet with local scholars, and gain insight into how their dissertation topic resonates with regional intellectual, political and social currents.
Proposals should reflect a clear plan for initial field assessment, require a budget of less than $4,000, and clearly articulate the policy relevance of the proposed project.

*Dissertation Development Awards (DDAs)*

Dissertation Development Awards (DDAs) are intended to provide one year of support to enable the prompt completion of a PhD dissertation. We anticipate offering approximately 10 DDAs (with stipends up to $18,000 and $4,000 of possible supplemental funding) to advanced graduate students who have completed their fieldwork. Fellows will participate in professionalization activities and a spring conference, and contribute to the Eurasia Program's new working paper and policy brief series.
Applicants should pay serious attention to the policy-relevant aspects of their research.

*Post-Doctoral Research Awards (PDRAs)*

Post-Doctoral Research Awards (PDRAs) provide research funds to early-career scholars who have been awarded their PhD within the last five years to support the furthering of the work initiated in their dissertations or the launching of their first post-dissertation research project. We anticipate awarding 2-3 of these awards (of up to $33,000 each over 24 months), which will provide unique and valuable resources for recent PhDs making the transition into professional research careers. Applicants will be expected to secure overhead agreements from their institution of employment (for no more than 10% of the total award amount). Research funds may be used for travel, data collection, software, research assistance, salary, or other forms of scholarly development. Applicants must present a clear research and writing plan, highlighting their publication strategy and discussing the policy relevance of the proposed work.

For additional details on how to apply and answers to Frequently Asked Questions, please see: http://www.ssrc.org/fellowships/eurasia-fellowship/.

Euroacademia International Conference, The European Union and the Politicization of Europe, 8-10 December 2011, Vienna‏


CALL FOR PAPERS: The Euroacademia International Conference ‘The European Union and the Politicization of Europe’ 8-10 December 2011, Vienna, Austria

Deadlines
For Panel Proposals: 10 September 2011
For Papers: 25 September 2011

Keynote Speaker: Giandomenico Majone

The European Union was described by Jacques Delors as an unidentified political object and by Jose Manuel Barroso as the first non-Imperial empire. The descriptors assigned to the European Union are creative and diverse yet the agreement on what is the actual shape that the EU is taking is by no means an easy one to be achieved. Historical choices shaped and reshaped the size and functioning of the EU while the goal of an emerging ‘ever closer union’ is still in search for the paths of real and not ideal accomplishment. The agreement seems to come when it’s about the growing impact of the decisions taken in Brussels on the daily lives of the European citizens and the increasingly redistributive outcomes of the policy choices inside the EU. These dynamics created the framework for the politicization of Europe and opened a vivid debate about the direction and proportions of such a process.

The politicization of Europetakes various shapes and addresses significant puzzles. While it is clear that the EU doesn’t resemble a state it is less clear if the decisions that shape its policies are configured by Pareto efficient outcomes or by dynamics that are intrinsic to a political systems and defined by emerging party politics within the European Parliament. The democratic problem or the democratic deficit issue was and continues to be one of the main challenges facing the European Union in any terms or from any position is understood or described. The problem of accountability for the decision making inside the EU was there from the beginning and it emerged gradually as more emphatic on the agenda of vivid debates as the powers of the EU have grown after the Maastricht Treaty. This was concomitant with a growing disenchantment of citizens from member states with politics in general, with debates over the democratic deficits inside member
states, with enlargement and with a visible and worrying decrease in voters’ turnouts at both national and especially European elections. The optimist supporters of EU believe in its power to constantly reinvent and reshape while the pessimists see either a persistence of existing problems or a darker scenario that could lead in front of current problems even to the end of the EU as we know it.

The Euroacademia International Conference ‘The European Union and the Politicization of Europe’ aims to survey some of these current debates and addresses once more the challenges of the EU polity in a context of multiple crises that confronted Europe in recent years. It supports a transformative view that involves balanced weights of optimism and pessimism in a belief that the unfold of current events and the way EU deals with delicate problems will put an increased pressure in the future on matters of accountability and will require some institutional adjustments that address democratic requirements for decision making. However in its present shape and context the EU does not look able to deliver soon appropriate answers to democratic demands. In a neo-functionalist slang we can say as an irony that the actual crisis in the EU legitimacy is a ‘spillover’ effect of institutional choices made some time before. To address the EU’s democratic
deficit however is not to be a skeptic and ignore the benefits that came with it but to acknowledge the increasing popular dissatisfaction with ‘occult’ office politics and with the way EU tackles daily problems of public concern while the public is more and more affected by decisions taken at European level.

Is the EU becoming an increasingly politicized entity? Is the on-going politicization of Europe a structured or a messy one? Do political parties within the European Parliament act in a manner that strengthens the view of the EU as an articulate political system? Are there efficient ways for addressing the democratic deficit issue? Can we find usable indicators for detecting an emerging European demos and a European civil society? Does a Europeanization of the masses take place or the EU remains a genuinely elitist project? Did the Lisbon Treaty introduce significant changes regarding the challenges facing the EU? Can we see any robust improvements in the accountability of the EU decision making processes? Are there alternative ways of looking at the politicization processes and redistributive policies inside the EU? These are only few of the large number of questions that unfold when researchers or practitioners look at the EU. It is the aim of the
Euroacademia International Conference ‘The European Union and the Politicization of Europe’ to address in a constructive manner such questions and to offer o platform for dissemination of research results or puzzles that can contribute to a better understanding of the on-going process of politicization within the European Union.

The conference is organized yet by no means restricted to the following orientative panels:

-          The Politicization of Europe : Desirable or Contestable
-          Does the EU resemble an Enlightened Despotism?
-          The EU as a Political System: Features and Curiosities
-          Redistributive Policies Inside the EU and their Impact on the Medium Voter
-          European Elections and Strategies for Politicization
-          European Parties and Party Politics in the European Parliament
-          Strategies for Bringing European Issues to Public Scrutiny
-          The Democratic Deficit Issue: A Persistent Anomaly?
-          In Search of a European Demos
-          Looking for a European Civil Society
-          Appropriations and Politicization of Wider European Values and Narratives
-          Persisting Intergovernmentalism?
-          EU and Traces of Imperial Politics
-          EU and identitarian appropriations
-          Scenarios for Change Inside the EU
-          The Future of EU Enlargement
-          Taking Euroscepticism Seriously
-          Increasing Public Saliency for Supranational Issues
-          Lobbying and Policy Making Inside the EU

However, if you are willing to propose and/or chair a particular panel we welcome you to do so by filling the form at the Propose a Panel on-line at: http://euroacademia.eu/conferences/the-european-union-and-the-politicization-of-europe/propose-a-panel/



Each Panel may contain a maximum of 5 speakers and a Chair that will act also as a Discussant.
Deadline for Panel Proposals is 10 September 2011

Participant’s Profile

The conference is addressed to academics, researchers and professionals with a particular interest in Europe and European Union from all parts of the world. As the nature of the conference is intended to be multidisciplinary in nature different academic backgrounds are welcomed. Post-graduate students, doctoral candidates and young researchers are welcome to submit an abstract. Representatives of INGOs, NGOs, Think Tanks and activists willing to present their work with impact on or influenced by specific understandings of the European Union are welcomed as well to submit the abstract of their contribution.

Abstracts will be reviewed and the participants are selected based on the proven quality of the abstract. The submitted paper for the conference proceedings is expected to be in accordance with the lines provided in the submitted abstract.

A specific spot in the conference program will be dedicated to social networking and therefore all the participants interested in setting or developing further cooperation agendas and prospects with other participants will have time to present and/or promote their project and express calls for cooperation. A specific setting for promotional materials connected with the topic of the conference will be reserved for the use of participants. Books authored or edited by the participants can be exhibited and promoted during the whole period of the conference and can also be presented within the conference package based on prior arrangements.



Publication:
Selected papers will be published in an electronic volume with ISBN after the confirmation of the authors and a double peer-review process based on an agreed publication schedule. All the papers selected for publication should be original and must have not been priory published elsewhere. All participants to the conference will receive a copy of the volume.

Important Dates
10 September 2011- Deadline for Submitting Panel Proposals
25 September 2011 - 300 words abstracts and details of affiliation

The 300 word abstracts and the affiliation details should be submitted in Word, WordPerfect, or RTF formats, following this order:
1) author(s), 2) affiliation, 3) email address, 4) title of abstract, 5) body of abstract 6) preferred panel or proposed panel
The abstract and details can be sent to application@euroacademia.eu with the name of the conference specified in the subject line or through the on-line application form available at http://euroacademia.eu/conferences/the-european-union-and-the-politicization-of-europe/apply-now/
We will acknowledge the receipt of your proposal and answer to all paper proposals submitted.
If your paper was accepted a notification of acceptance will be sent to you by 1st of October 2011. Your confirmation of attendance will be expected until 5th of October  2011 and until the 10th of October the payment of the participation fee through bank transfer is requested. No paper will be introduced in the program without confirmation and payment of the participant fee. By 10th of November 2011 the full paper is to be sent according with the style standards provided to the accepted participants by organizers. All papers will be uploaded on the website as drafts available for consultation for other participants and the public.The conference will be held in English and will focus on the discussion of 5,000–6,000-word, pre-circulated papers.
Euroacademia is a non-profit organization, based in Vienna (Austria), aiming to foster academic cooperation, networking and a platform for dissemination and valorization of academic research results, trends, and emerging themes within the area of concern for European studies, political science, critical studies, cultural studies, history, anthropology, social psychology, semiotics, philosophy, sociology and wider and inclusive interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary approaches that contribute to a better understanding of the ‘self-organizing vertigo’ (Edgar Morin) of the European realm. Euroacademia’s goal is to become a hub for academic interaction on and about Europe .
For more information visit www.euroacademia.eu

Thứ Hai, 22 tháng 8, 2011

Vacancies at the United Nations University Location: Bonn - Germany DL: Various

Candidates interested in applying for employment with the United Nations University can only apply for the vacant positions listed below.

Please note, unsuccessful applications can unfortunately neither be acknowledged nor returned.

Please download the P11.doc (360 KB Word) to apply for vacant positions and click here to receive more information about the application process.
Junior Research Fellow (UNU-EHS) (P2)

http://www.bonn.unu.edu/article/read/job-vacancies

 

 

 

 

Internship at the International Council on Security and Development Location: London, Dubai and Rio de Janeiro

There are possibilities for part-time internships in London, Dubai and Rio de Janeiro.
To apply for a position, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to internship@icosgroup.net detailing why you are suitable for the role. Please include your contact details in your application. Please mention the office you’re applying to in the subject of the email.
http://www.icosgroup.net/about/internship/

Editor online at the International Relations and Security Network Location: Zurich - Switzerland DL: 5 September 2011

Launched in 1994, the ISN (www.isn.ethz.ch) is a non-profit, internationally renowned network that serves the international relations (IR) and security community.  It offers high-quality integrated information services; instructional design and e-learning; knowledge management; community building and network facilitation.

The ISN is looking for an online editor to join our editorial team. Together with your team members, you will 1) diversify and expand the ISN’s renowned digital library, helping to transform it into a dynamic, interactive, state-of-the art information service, 2) generate mixed media analyses of IR issues, and 3) establish close working relationships with our partner organizations.
 
To qualify for this position you will need to have 1) an excellent academic record in international relations, security studies or a closely related discipline, 2) knowledge of international affairs that goes beyond the issues that dominate the headlines, 3) excellent oral and written skills in English, and 4) the ability to work effectively in teams.
You should have a strong work ethic, a commitment to delivering quality results and excellent communication skills. You are a quick learner and thinker with experience in project management, an affinity for IT and a demonstrated ability to multi-task.
We offer the successful candidate a challenging position in a vibrant and dynamic work environment that rewards initiative and professionalism. The workplace is central Zurich. Questions regarding the post can be addressed to Joav Ben-Shmuel on +41 44 633 92 41.
 
Please apply online at www.jobs.ethz.ch including a cover letter, CV, a list of three references and samples of your written work. The closing date for applications is 5 September 2011.
http://internet5.refline.ch/845721/1617/++publications++/1/index.html

Internship at the Institute of International and European Affairs Location: Dublin - Ireland DL: 26 August 2011

The Institute of International and European Affairs, a leading independent think tank based in Dublin, Ireland, is seeking an intern to assist in its work.

The main duties will include:

• Assisting research into specific policy areas, tracking political and policy developments, preparing briefing notes, responding to requests for information;
• Providing administrative support to project working groups, taking minutes at meetings, handling correspondence, managing databases, updating website content;
• Helping with event management, including ushering;
• Assisting with the fact-checking, editing and proofreading of articles, blogs and other written materials.

Requirements:
• 1st class or high 2.1 masters/degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, European Affairs, Law or Economics;
• Work experience in a related field;
• Superior research, writing and editing skills;
• Attention to detail, accuracy and efficiency.
• Quantitative research skills and/or advanced IT skills a bonus.

Application details:
The placement will be for a three to six month period. The position is unpaid. Please state your availability in your cover letter.
Applications will be processed on a rolling basis. The advertisement will remain posted until the position is filled. If short-listed, applicants should expect to be invited to an interview at the IIEA.

Due to the volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applicants.
The deadline for application is Friday 26th August, however applications and interviews will be processed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to Fionnuala Keane at jobs@iiea.com. EuroPass CVs are discouraged.
http://www.iiea.com/internship

Thứ Bảy, 20 tháng 8, 2011

Internship, EU Affairs British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium Brussels, Belgium



The British Chamber is currently looking for an intern for the EU Committee where the selected intern will have the opportunity to build their awareness over a range of issues covered by the EU Committee task forces (more specifically Financial Services, Food Security and Energy, Environment & Transport).
We are looking for an individual with a high level of organisation, an interest in event organisation and experience in social media/networks.
The role would also involve organizing events for the Brussels New Generation (BNG) and raising its profile for 2011/2.
The British Chamber Intern Programme is an ongoing 6 month and/or year – round (apart from our summer break mid July – mid August) internship programme. It is offered to students who are currently enrolled in a university level course, usually from a business school or administration background. The internship programme is focused on learning by experience and provides an opportunity to gain valuable work skills.

We work with and support the student so that they:

  • gain and develop management;

  • organizational and communication skills;

  • acquire project management skills;

  • gain cross-cultural awareness and

  • learn how work in a culturally diverse workplace understand how organisations work improve their command of English.

Intern may:

  • be a project leader;

  • be a member of the project team;

  • coordinate an event organisation;

  • do research on a topic;

  • write documents, reports, manuals;

  • update database information.

For more details and to apply for this job click here

Thứ Sáu, 19 tháng 8, 2011

Internships at the European Investment Bank Location: Luxembourg



The EIB offers a limited number of Internships for university graduates with less than one year of professional experience who wish to acquire an understanding of the Bank’s work or gain experience in the field of their studies. Internships normally last between one and five months, and cannot be extended beyond the maximum period. Most are based at the EIB’s headquarters in Luxembourg.

Our interns will gain:
an overview of the EIB's objectives and the problems arising in achieving them,
practical knowledge in the field of their studies
a first professional and personal experience through the contacts established in the course of their everyday work

Interns receive a flat-rate monthly allowance, provided they are not entitled to similar compensation from another source. We also reimburse one round trip from the country of origin or residence to the place of the internship.

Interns must cover their own accommodation costs.

If you wish to apply for an Internship in the EIB, please view Current Vacancies and respond to one of the current internship opportunities by submitting your application on-line.
http://www.eib.europa.eu/about/jobs/working/internships/index.htm

Google Scholarship for Students with Disabilities enrolled at a University in Europe Location: Europe DL: 1 February 2012

Access to knowledge is our passion. When it comes to higher education for promising scholars, we do not want anything to stand in the way. That is why we are pleased to announce the Google Europe Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. Google is committed to helping the innovators of the future make the most of their talents by providing scholarships and networking retreats for computer science students with disabilities. This scholarship aims to help dismantle barriers that keep students with disabilities from entering computing, encourage them to excel in their studies and become active role models and leaders in creating technology.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic performance and demonstrated passion for computer science. A group of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students will be chosen from the applicant pool. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of researchers and engineers. The scholarship recipients will each receive a EUR 7,000 (or equivalent) scholarship for the 2011/2012 academic year.


In June 2011, all scholarship recipients will be invited to visit Google’s Engineering Centre in Zurich for an all-expenses-paid networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity to meet and share experiences.

Eligibility requirements
Candidates must be:

A student enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent) in 2011/2012.

Enrolled at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.

Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.

A person with a disability. The term persons with disabilities is used to apply to all persons with disabilities including those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.
How to apply

The application process for the 2011 scholarship is now closed and the winners have been selected. Please look back at the end of this year to apply for the 2012 scholarship. The deadline for next year will be 1st February 2012.

http://www.google.com/studentswithdisabilities-europe/

Japan&World Bank Scholarship for Developing Countries in Public Policy and Taxation at Yokohama National University Location: Yokohama - Japan DL: 30 September 2011


Japan&World Bank Scholarship for Developing Countries in Public Policy and Taxation at Yokohama National University Location: Yokohama - Japan DL: 30 September 2011 The World Bank annually awards five scholarships to the PPT program. The first level of screening of candidates will be done at Yokohama National University. The final decision regarding scholarship recipients will be made by the World Bank. The scholarship covers a monthly allowance of JPY170,000 (the amount is subject to change), and a round-trip air ticket to Japan plus a travel allowance of JPY60,000. The monthly stipend is intended to cover living, commuting and other incidental expenses during the student's study period. The next scholarship program runs from April 2012 to March 2014. This cannot be changed under any circumstances. In addition, the scholarship covers tuition, entrance examination and admission fees. Travel expenses for some program-sponsored field trips are also included.

JOINT JAPAN/WORLD BANK GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM EMPLOYMENT POLICY FOR JJ/WBGSP SCHOLARS

The Grant Agreement between the World Bank and the Government of Japan states: "It is anticipated that scholars would return to their countries to apply their enhanced knowledge and skills towards helping accelerate the pace of economic and social development." To maintain high levels of home return, it has been an established agreement between the Government of Japan (the sole Program donor) and the World Bank that JJ/WBGSP scholars are not entitled to seek employment of any kind at the World Bank or the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for three years after they finish their academic program. The three-year employment restriction applies to World Bank and IMF headquarters and field offices. This restriction covers regular staff appointments, short term consulting contracts, and all other types of employment during the three-year period.

Kofi Annan Fellowship at the European School of Management and Technology Location: The Hague - The Netherlands DL: 30 September 2011


Kofi Annan Fellowship
for outstanding leadership potentials from developing countries

The Kofi Annan Fellowship provides the opportunity for talented and motivated students from developing countries who do not belong to a privileged class and lack sufficient financial means to study management at ESMT in Berlin and graduate with a prestigious MBA from the most international business school in Germany.

Upon return to their home countries, the fellows are expected to contribute to the strengthening of entrepreneurial capacity and the fostering of a stable market economy as an effective catalyst for their country’s development, job creation, and poverty alleviation.
What is the Kofi Annan Fellowship?A fellowship grant for an emerging leader from a developing country for a one-year full-time MBA education in Berlin, Germany.
Purpose

To make significant contributions to least developed countries (LDCs) and landlocked developing countries (LLDCs); to strengthen the awareness for responsibility in leadership in developed countries.
Partner

ESMT in cooperation with the Kofi Annan Business School Foundation in The Hague, Netherlands.

When

Starting annually in January. Application deadline is September 30, annually. Up to three fellowships are available each year.
Financials

Value of the fellowship is € 58,000. Fellows will have a full scholarship from ESMT plus fair compensation for costs like travel, accommodation, and program-related fees.
Support

Travel, visa, housing, insurance, placement, networking.
Requirements

Bachelor degree of any kind, a minimum of three years' professional experience, GMAT, fluency in written and spoken English, willingness to contribute to building the economy and society of the home country with entrepreneurial impetus. For more information, please download this brochure.

Cre8ive8 Youth Media Production, Call for Partners, Skopje‏

Cre8ive8 Youth Media Production is a youth organisation from
Skopje, Macedonia that brings together young talented people who use film and media as tools to express their ideas and reach other young people worldwide.

We have a lot of experience in training young people how to use
technology to make the impact that they want to see in their environment.

We are looking for partners for two interesting projects:

YIA 3.1 project, "Do Not Discrimn8"

YIA EVS "Photogr8 2.0".

There is more info on these links:

1. Do Not Discrimn8
http://www.cre8ive8.org/images/call%20for%20partners_discrimin8.pdf
2. Photogr8 2.0
http://www.cre8ive8.org/images/call%20for%20partners%20photogr8.pdf

Thứ Năm, 18 tháng 8, 2011

Research Assistant Programme at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Location: Brussels

The NATO Parliamentary Assembly usually employs twelve paid Research Assistants from NATO member and Associate nations each year. In general, six of these start in late January and finish in early June. The second group starts in August and finishes in late November or early-December.



All applications from candidates with the appropriate qualifications are placed on a list for consideration. Their names remain on the list for consideration for about twelve months. Candidates are requested to inform the Assembly if they cease to be available to take up a position during that time.
The Assembly receives well over two hundred applications per year from very well qualified candidates.
Every effort is made to assess applications objectively, but many factors must be taken into account. These include the need for a regional balance among participants in the programme. Consequently, it is rare to select two candidates from the same nation for the same intake. Due to the large number of applicants, only candidates selected to participate will be contacted. The names of those selected will be published on this website. See below for further details regarding candidates from NATO Member Countries and from Associate Delegation Nations.
Information for all candidates
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly is the parliamentary consultative organization of the Atlantic Alliance, comprising 257 members of the national parliaments of the 28 NATO member countries, as well as legislators from 14 Associate Member Nations.
The Assembly is divided into five committees: the Committee on the Civil Dimension of Security, the Defence and Security Committee, the Economics and Security Committee, the Political Committee and the Science and Technology Committee. The full Assembly meets twice a year in different member countries at the invitation of national parliaments. Sub-committees and Special Groups examine specific issues and conduct fact-finding missions throughout the year.
The International Secretariat of the Assembly is based in Brussels and is staffed by some 30 people from the various NATO member countries. The main task of research assistants is to contribute, at the request of Committee Directors or Senior Management, to the research necessary for the drafting of the Assembly reports and other documents. The job occasionally entails some administrative work, but most tasks are research oriented.
Research assistants are recruited for a four to five-month period with a one-month probationary period. Due to the Assembly's work schedule, research assistants are usually requested to commence work either in late January or late August. The stipend is EURO 720 net per month. The Assembly provides a spacious and recently renovated shared five-bedroom townhouse in the European quarter of Brussels free of charge for the Researchers, as well as a basic health insurance policy for the duration of the internship.
Candidates should be completely fluent in oral and written English and/or French. If neither is mother tongue, certified evidence of proficiency level will be required. Knowledge of other European languages is a further asset.
Applicants should apply by typewritten or word-processed letter, indicating their areas of interest and competence, nationality, and period of availability. A curriculum vitæ and two letters of recommendation from referees well acquainted with the applicant's recent work should also be forwarded to the International Secretariat. All documents should be forwarded in one package only, either by post or by email, to the address below.
Please note that the Assembly receives a very large number of applications for only a few places. The names of those selected will be posted on this website.
Qualifications for candidates from NATO member countries
Candidates must possess a first degree and a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations or related subjects. Preference will be given to candidates who have recently completed their Master's degree. Ph.D. candidates and those who have recently completed their doctoral work are also welcome to apply but should recognize that during their tenure with the NATO PA, their workday will be dedicated to Assembly defined projects.

Qualifications for candidates from Associate delegation countries
Candidates with backgrounds in academia, government, policy research institutions or journalism are considered. In general, candidates should have a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations or related subjects.
Applications or requests for information should be sent to:
Director of Research Assistant Programme
NATO Parliamentary Assembly
3 place du Petit Sablon
B - 1000 BRUSSELS
or by E-mail:

http://www.nato-pa.int/Default.asp?SHORTCUT=76

Internships at INTERPOL Location: Lyon - France




INTERPOL offers the possibility of internship for a limited number of persons from INTERPOL Member Countries. Please read the INTERPOL’s Internship policy.

INTERPOL offers continuous openings for internships. The minimum duration of an internship is 2 months. The maximum duration is 11 months.

Applicants are requested to complete the Internship Application Form. Applications are valid for a period of one year as from the date they are received by INTERPOL.

Internship Application forms are to be sent to:
Police Training and Development Directorate


If you have not received a reply from INTERPOL within three weeks after submission of your application, this means that INTERPOL does not have an internship to propose you for the time being. INTERPOL will only contact you if there is a possibility of internship.

INTERPOL shall not be liable for any injury, disability, or death suffered by an Intern, or for any medical or hospital expenses which may be incurred in the course of his/her internship. Interns will be requested to provide proof of enrolment in a health insurance plan. INTERPOL shall not be liable for any material or physical damage that the Intern may cause to third parties, except in cases where such damage was a result of the performance of duties as instructed by INTERPOL officials. Interns are covered by INTERPOL's civil liability insurance for the performance of their duties as Interns. 
http://www.interpol.int/Public/ICPO/Training/internship/default.asp

Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs Grants, University of Verona‏

Call for Applications - Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs Grants
University of Verona, Italy

August 31, 2011 Deadline

http://www.sdsim.univr.it/sdol/main?ent=iniziativa&id=3786

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The University of Verona opens the public selection for the admission to Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs, Year 2012.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to be able to apply for admissions to Graduate Schools and/or Doctoral Programs, any applicant (regardless of age or nationality) must be in possession of either a “Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale” or a “Laurea” Degree (Vecchio Ordinamento) released by an Italian university.

Are able to apply also students with a foreign Master’s Degree (Master of Science or Master of Arts) or an equivalent Master of Science-level degree that in their country grants access to a Ph.D. program.

Applicants who will qualify for their degree within and not after the beginning date of Doctoral Programs (1st January 2012) will also be able to apply. In this case their participation will be considered con riserva ( “subject to confirmation”) and they will be required to submit the
degree certification or self- certification to Area Ricerca â€" U.O. Dottorati di Ricerca Nazionali ed Internazionali within and not after the 31st December 2011 (in accordance with DPR n. 445 dated 28th December 2000 for EU citizens). Applications missing this documentation will not be
considered.

Candidates already enrolled in a Doctoral Program can not apply for the same Doctoral Program or for a program with a similar denomination.

Candidates who have already obtained a Doctor Research Degree can not apply for the same Doctoral Program or for a program with a similar denomination.

Candidates are admitted to participate in the call subject to confirmation. Exclusion from the procedure, in case the aforementioned prerequisites are missing, may be imposed at any time as a motivated sanction, even after examination sessions. Applications submitted or received after the
closing date or without the exact title of the Graduate School/Program to which the person wishes to apply will be rejected.

SCHOLARSHIP
The amount granted for a scholarship is € 13.638,47 per year (gross) and will be increased in situations stipulated by law. The scholarship is exempt from IRE (personal income tax).
The scholarship will be granted for the entire duration of the Doctoral program (three years) and the instalments will be paid monthly on the 30th day of each month. The first instalment of January 2012 will be paid at the end of the same mouth ONLY IF within the deadline set for December
15th, 2011 students will be correctly enrolled in our programmes and will have submitted all the necessary documentation required.

The scholarship will be increased of 50% during authorised study periods abroad. Should the student be suspended or excluded from the Doctoral Program, the scholarship will be granted just for the period in which he/ she attended it.

Scholarships will be granted on the basis of the order of the respective rankings. Should two or more students award the same score, scholarships will be assigned on the basis of the students’ financial situation, in accordance with state and regional Study Rights rules.
If one or more scholarship should not be assigned by the Schools in one or more of their Doctoral Programs, either for lack of eligibility or students’ withdrawal, it/ they may be assigned to suitable candidates in other Doctoral Programs within the same School, once again in accordance with the order of rankings, the number of scholarships may increase in case of more funding by public or private bodies, up to the point that all program places are covered by scholarships.

http://www.sdsim.univr.it/sdol/main?ent=iniziativa&id=3786

Roma International Scholar Programme‏

Roma International Scholar Programme

Open to: Roma students

http://www.romaeducationfund.hu/scholarship-apply

http://www.romaeducationfund.hu/how-apply-scholarship

Programme Overview

Roma Education Fund Scholarships Programme (REF/SP) announces the fifth year of the Roma International Scholar Programme (RISP). The Programme is designed to provide partial support to Roma students who are citizens of one of the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kosovo, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey or Ukraine, for pursuing Bachelor, Master, PhD or Postdoctoral education outside of their home country or their country of residence.

The scholarship is merit-based and awarded for one academic year with possibility for renewal if the scholar continues to fulfil the Programme requirements. The aim of the scholarship is to promote academic mobility of Roma students and support their academic integration internationally.

REF supports diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria of the REF/Scholarships Programme set standards, according to which applicants’ qualifications are assessed. The Programme Applications are screened for appropriate academic standards, completeness of submitted documents and deadlines met. The applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria of the Programme/s are not further considered in the academic competition of the Programmes.

Applicants should:

_be openly Roma, willing to appear publicly as Roma
_have been or will be accepted at a state accredited university in the country other than his/her home country as full-time students in the 2011-2012 academic year. Please note that the home country and country of residence has to be one of the Programme countries as follows: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kosovo, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey or Ukraine
_apply by the set deadline
_pursue their studies for obtaining a Bachelor, Master, or PhD degree
_submit a completed Application Form
_submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining applicant’s academic background, work history (if applicable), as well as extracurricular activities and personal interests
_submit a Statement of Purpose that expresses their academic goals and/or accomplishments and shows their commitment and motivation to study
_provide official grade transcripts and official English translations about all academic qualifications they have obtained so far, including high school, Bachelor, Master or PhD degrees up to the 2010-2011 academic year.
_submit at least one detailed and informative recommendation letter, describing the academic performance and/or extra-curricular activities of the applicant
_sign electronically the Contractual Obligations section of the online application form
_study in one of the following fields: law, public administration, journalism, political science, sociology, psychology, pedagogy, philosophy, economics, finance and banking, business administration, history, international relations and European studies, communications and public relations, medicine, engineering, ecology or environmental studies, biology, mathematics, physics and arts
_provide evidence of acceptance in full-time university studies within a recognized university in a country other than the country where they reside or have a citizenship of
_present an original university enrolment certificate for the academic year for which s/he is applying for scholarship support

Additional Benefits of the Scholarship Programme

REF is in the process of developing an additional set of support activities for Scholarship beneficiaries to enhance their chances of graduating on time with good grades and starting a successful career afterwards. It is anticipated that these activities will include but not be limited to: participation in programme conferences and workshops, various training opportunities and information to promote educational, professional and personal development, possibilities for internships and small-scale community project initiatives. Participation in all these activities will be voluntary.

It is expected that these activities will be provided through a Beneficiary Networking Programme (hereinafter: BNP) which will also be open to persons who have been beneficiaries of REF Scholarships in the past.

In addition, BNP will develop a process of exchange and communication by which current and former beneficiaries can support each other in the expansion of their social and professional networks within and beyond the Roma community on both national and international levels. BNP will strive to develop a mechanism for current and former beneficiaries to self-organize around issues and concerns of interest to them, including but not exclusively Roma education.

In the longer term, one of the anticipated outcomes of the BNP will be a mutually supportive community of current and former beneficiaries that is committed to actively supporting the fulfilment of the REF mission and the broader promotion of Roma inclusion.

As a first step REF/SP Programme is launching a Beneficiary Pilot or Reference Group with a purpose to ensure beneficiary participation in the Programme planning and strategy elaborations as well as lay out the foundation for starting the Beneficiary Networking Programme.

In order to be informed about the opportunities offered under the BNP, scholars will need to clearly indicate in the section of the Contractual Obligation form (as a part of the Online Application Form) their consent to be contacted by the Programme for BNP purposes. Providing the consent for this part is on a voluntary base and does not influence the decision making of the scholarships selection process.

By providing their consent, scholars agree that the personal data they provide in the application form can be used for the following purposes:

_Sending to scholars invitations to participate in activities under the Programme;

_Creation of the database of those interested in BNP activities;

_Sharing contact information among the members of the BNP;

_REF Scholarships Programme outreach activities.

http://www.romaeducationfund.hu/scholarship-apply

http://www.romaeducationfund.hu/how-apply-scholarship

Heinrich Boell Foundation Scholarships [DL: 1 September 2011]‏

The Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships
Germany

Deadline: 1st September 2011

Open to undergraduates, graduates, and PhD students

The Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to approximately 1,000 undergraduates, graduates, and PhD students of all subjects and nationalities per year, who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschulen), or universities of the arts (Kunsthochschulen). We expect our scholarship recipients to have excellent academic records, to be socially and politically engaged, and to have an active interest in the basic values of the foundation: ecology and sustainability, democracy and human rights, self determination and justice.

Please see the official website for How to apply:

http://www.boell.de/scholarships/scholarships.html

Job: SGBV Project Officer, UNFA Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo [DL: 29 August ]‏

Under the overall supervision of Assistant Representative and in close cooperation with Programme Analyst and Programme Assistant, the Project Officer will be responsible for the coordination of all aspects of UNFPA BiH work on improving the status of women and men survivors of sexual gender based violence during the war, and UNFPA’s support to implementation of UN SC Resolution 1325 in BiH. • Coordinate stakeholders (government representatives at various levels and CSOs) in development of the Strategy to improve the status of women survivors of sexual and gender based violence in war in BiH and support for creation of action plans at the levels of regions/cantons. • Coordinate stakeholders to prepare, adopt and implement monitoring and evaluation procedures; • Support UNFPA BiH office in development of plans, strategies and programme components relating to sexual and gender based violence in conflict, and other issues of relevance to UNFPA support to the BiH implementation of UN Resolution 1325; • Support fund-raising for issues of sexual and gender based violence in the conflict and other gender based violence related issues in BiH. • Create strategic partnerships and awareness raising activities for joint co-financing modalities within government structures, UN agencies and other donors; • Intensively work on promotion of effective stakeholder participation in the programme implementation; Support in formulating the annual workplans and monitor their day-to-day implementation through consultations, correspondence and field visits. • Support organization of any regional or BiH conferences/workshops/events related to these issues. • Coordinate monthly, quarterly and yearly narrative reporting with relevant stakeholders. • Assist in advocacy efforts; II. Responsibilities and Key Results Expected The incumbent’s duties are outlined below and are to be undertaken with due respect to UNFPA regulations and rules and in accordance with UNFPA internal control framework: 1. Contribution to effective Programme Management 2. Provision of strategic planning inputs to UNFPA partners 3. Contribution to development of the Country Office as a knowledge-based institution 4. Manage project operations 1. Contribution to effective Programme Management: • Manage and co-ordinate project activities relating to improving the status of women survivors of sexual and gender based violence in BiH; • Provide policy level and coordination support to the working group for development of the Strategy to improve the status of women survivors of sexual and gender based violence in the conflict; • Ensure all aspects of Monitoring and Evaluation are incorporated in all segments of work; • Support the work of international and national experts; • Lead in preparing project and financial progress reports and feedback. • Develop work plans and ensure implementation and related financial and narrative reporting; • Establish effective working relationship with the national and international counterparts; • Advise the Assistant Representative and follow up on all issues regarding the issue of victims survivors of rape and other forms of sexual violence during the war in BiH. • Support CO BiH in raising awareness on all findings and issues and ensuring timely sharing of information; • Compile implementing partner’s reports and provide inputs for UNFPA strategic/policy actions relating to gender based violence issues, including issues of relevance for improving the status of women survivors of sexual gender based violence in the conflict and the other issues of relevance to UNFPA support to implementation of UN SC Resolution 1325. 2. Provision of Strategic planning and policy making activities to UNFPA partners: • Provide advice related to project cycle management with line ministries. • Provide policy inputs to all working groups • Providing advice and oversee the organisation and conduction of capacity development events / conferences/workshops. 3. Contribution to the development of the Country Office as a knowledge-based institution • Share relevant and substantive and operational experiences with other colleagues; • Participate in project/programme evaluation exercises; • Participate, as a resource person, in substantive and/or operational training sessions organized for the Country Office and/or project staff; • Catalyze the expansion of the range of UNFPA deliverables and originate new project portfolios; 4. Managing project operations • Ensure adherence to UNFPA operating rules and procedures; • Manage project’s finances, including budget development and monitoring, and timely and appropriate financial reporting; • Perform appropriate operations in Atlas; • Provide guidance to implementing partners and ensure their compliance with UNFPA rules and regulations.
Qualifications
Education Advanced University degree in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, public administration or similar. Or University degree in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, public administration combined with a minimum of three years of relevant experience. Experience • 3 years of relevant experience at similar positions in providing advice and support to implementation and management of policy making and strategic planning initiatives/projects at national level preferably experience in direct and frequent communication with national or entity authorities and Civil Society Organisations. • Familiarity with international standards of Project Cycle Management; • Monitoring and Evaluation. • Knowledge of BiH administrative organizations and their work procedures will be highly valued. Language Requirements • Excellent skills in English and local languages. 
http://www.undp.ba/index.aspx?PID=17&RID=1180