Internship in the Knowledge Services Department Transparency International

The Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) is seeking a highly motivated intern for the Anti-Corruption Solutions and Knowledge Programme within the Knowledge Services Department, starting in August 2013 for a period of 6 months.
The Knowledge Services Department provides a variety of demand-driven knowledge products and services to a wide range of anti-corruption stakeholders. The intern will support the production and dissemination of knowledge products, assist learning initiatives, and perform administrative duties.
Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.
Main function: Assist the research, analysis, organisational and administrative work of the team on a variety of corruption related themes.
Starting date: 1 August 2013 (negotiable)
Duration: Six months, full time, Monday to Friday
Department: Knowledge Services
Remuneration: EUR 450 (according to the German labour and social security law)
Location: Berlin, Germany
Key tasks:
The intern will be asked to perform key tasks related to the research and knowledge exchange functions of the department, as well as a modest amount of administrative duties. He/she will actively assist the identification of thematic expertise, as well as the dissemination of research and other knowledge products across the Anti-Corruption Research Network (http://corruptionresearchnetwork.org) and ANTICORRP European research consortium dissemination platform (http://anticorrp.eu).
The intern will help build up an online knowledge repository of anti-corruption research, facilitate knowledge exchange between members of the network and assist with the facilitation of events such as webinars. The intern will be responsible for moderating forums, editing blog posts by network members and regularly updating the web site with new research.
Areas of work may include:

•  Supporting the management of TI’s academic outreach activities, namely the anti-corruption research network (http://corruptionresearchnetwork.org) and the student research projects.
•  Sharing anti-corruption knowledge via webinars, social media and online platforms.
•  Supporting the publication of occasional newsletters.
•  Assisting the Anti-corruption Helpdesk with background research as needed.
•  Supporting the dissemination of the Global Corruption Report.
•  Supporting department’s administrative work on related knowledge activities, as well as the department’s Director.

Knowledge, experience, interests and skills:

• Advanced university degree in public policy, international law, international studies, development economics or a related social science field. Students currently enrolled in a graduate or post-graduate programme are also encouraged to apply.
•  Experience working with online content management systems, blogging, forums and other social media tools required.
•  Strong research and writing skills required; editing experience preferred.
•  Some background in current anti-corruption discourse, policies and institutions preferred.
•  Previous experience working in a think tank or non-governmental organization an advantage.
•  Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-pace office environment, multi-task projects and meet deadlines.
•  Excellent spoken and written English required.
•  Arabic, French and/or Spanish language skills an advantage.

How to apply
To apply for this internship please send a maximum one page cover letter and a maximum two page CV, preferably by email, to
kss-internship@transparency.org
The closing date for applications is 21 June 2013.
Kindly note that a valid work permit for Germany is required and that interns must take out their own health insurance before starting the internship. Persons already registered as residents in Germany must submit a new Tax Identification Number. Students of the German universities must submit a confirmation of enrolment.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this internship. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Transparency International is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about Transparency International visit our website at www.transparency.org. For more information on internships please see the TI Internship Guidelines posted at: www.transparency.org/whoweare/work

Business and Human Rights and Roma Inclusion Traineeship Amnesty International, European Institutions Office Brussels, Belgium

The Amnesty International European Institutions Office (EIO) is looking for a trainee to work on business and human rights, and Roma inclusion to join our team in Brussels from mid September 2013 for 10 months.
Amnesty International is advocating for the EU to achieve better corporate accountability. For the period 2013/2014 our work will focus on the implementation of the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights at the EU level, particularly non-financial reporting, due diligence, the state-business nexus and access to remedy. In the area of Roma inclusion, our lobbying focus will be on the improvement of National Roma Integration Strategies and EU instruments to fight discrimination.
After an induction period, the trainee is expected to work independently, represent Amnesty International towards Institutions and take on responsibility for certain dossiers. The trainee reports to the Economic, Social and Cultural Executive Officer.
TRAINEESHIP DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Assistant
Reports to: Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Executive Officer
Duration: 10 months (mid September 2013 to mid July 2014)
TASKS INCLUDE
1. Policy

• Mapping EU policy and legislative developments in the two areas of the portfolio;
• Preparation, assistance and follow-up of advocacy activities towards the EU institutions;
• Communication with external stakeholders (EU institutions and advocacy partners);
• Preparing responses to queries and requests from the EU institutions and AI offices;
• Compiling statistics and other information for media inquiries;
• Conducting research on an ad-hoc basis for pressing questions and in-depth for relevant publications;
• Providing summaries of policy documents and case law;
• Carrying out ad-hoc legal analyses of certain cases.

2. General

• Monitoring relevant EU legislation and policy;
• Monitoring European Parliament meetings in Brussels;
• Attending relevant conferences, seminars and hearings in Brussels;
• Compiling information for EU updates to AI national sections and structures;
• Assisting the Executive Officer in other tasks.

3. Administrative

• Updating and maintaining files, databases and mailing lists;
• Sending out briefings/letters/Annual Reports;
• Drafting the monthly newsletter;
• Taking minutes and write reports of meetings and events;
• Assisting with presentations and organisation of events and meetings;
• Assisting with other administrative tasks.

SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• In-depth knowledge in the area of business and human rights and/or Roma inclusion policies;
• Knowledge of EU institutions or previous working experience at EU level;
• Strong writing skills in English;
• Experience in supporting advocacy, lobbying and/or policy making;
• Interest in human rights displayed through professional or voluntary activities;
• Ability to manage varied workload effectively and conflicting demands;
• Good planning and organising skills;
• Standard computer skills (knowledge of Windows, Word, Internet Explorer).

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2013 Esmod Berlin Hessnatur Scholarships for International Masters Programme in Germany

Esmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion funded Hessnatur Scholarships for the International Masters Programme – Sustainability in Fashion. Scholarships are provided in the field of fashion. Scholarships will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course. International Students can apply for these scholarships. Candidates should have a fashion background in design, marketing or similar and a strong interest in sustainability in fashion. The course start date is 17th October 2013. The application deadline is 30th June 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of fashion. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree level at Esmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion. Scholarship Provider: Esmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion, Germany Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
Eligibility: The winning recipient should display an innovative design portfolio with a high degree of excellence in conceptual and practical execution. Applications from candidates with a fashion marketing background will also be accepted and the portfolio must be devised to meet your individual requirements. The applicant should demonstrate a passion for sustainability within fashion and the portfolio must reflect the applicant’s engagement with sustainability to date.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International Students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: ESMOD Berlin is calling for applications to apply for two hessnatur Scholarships to attend the International Masters Programme – Sustainability in Fashion commencing in October 2013. hessnatur is a natural clothing company that produces organic clothing and textiles, whom is one of Europe’s largest online fashion distributors, and known internationally as an ecological and fair trade pioneer. hessnatur will continue their support for the programme through again providing two outstanding fashion students whom have a strong engagement with sustainability, with a scholarship that will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course.
Number of award(s): Two scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one-year.
What does it cover? Hessnatur will continue their support for the programme through again providing two outstanding fashion students whom have a strong engagement with sustainability, with a scholarship that will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course.
Selection criteria: -Professional expertise
-Passion for sustainability in fashion
-Social competences and values
-The hessnatur Scholarship supports social fairness. In the case of equally successful applications, candidates who are financially or socially disadvantaged, will be given preference.
Notification: Applicants will be notified on 15^th July 2013.
How to Apply: Applications must be sent via email to master-at-esmod.de. Required Application Material:
-The completed Application Form for the hessnatur Scholarship and include a written statement of 250 words (maximum) about your passion for sustainability in fashion and why you want to do the course and why you should be the on who is chosen. Written statements that exceed the work limit will not be accepted.
-Maximum 4 page (A4) presentation of yourself including: resume/CV/biography outlining your current experiences to date including academic qualifications and work experience as excerpts of your creative portfolio. This must be an edited selection of your best work to date.
-The whole application must be submitted in English
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30th June 2013.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2013 Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students in UK

Manchester Metropolitan University, UK is offering twelve postgraduate scholarships for international students. There will be six full-time scholarships, each worth £1,000, and six part-time scholarships, each worth £500. Each scholarship is provided as a tuition fee discount. The full-time scholarships are available to self-funded candidates only and part-time scholarships are available to self-funded or partially self-funded candidates.
About Scholarship: Manchester Metropolitan University  are delighted to announce funding for 12 MSc scholarships for September 2013 entry. All of the courses that are eligible for the scholarships are taught in the Business School’s £75 million teaching and research headquarters in Manchester. There will be six full-time scholarships, each worth £1,000, and six part-time scholarships, each worth £500. Each scholarship is provided as a tuition fee discount. Managers, senior professionals, graduates, final year undergraduate students, and members and veterans of the armed forces are encouraged to apply for these prestigious awards. 
Study: MSc Accounting and Finance, Digital Business Management, Digital Marketing Communications, Economic and Financial Analysis,  Finance and Business,  Financial Planning and Business Management, Financial Planning and Wealth Management , Human Resource Management (Full-time study route and Part-time study route), International Business Management, International Creative Advertising,  International Human Resource Management, International Public Relations, Internet Retailing, Leadership, Leadership in Health and Social Care, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management (Full-time study route and Part-time study route), Marketing Communications, Project Management at Manchester Metropolitan University in UK.
Course Level: Postgraduate degree
Scholarship by: Manchester Metropolitan University in UK
Location: UK 
Eligibility: -The scholarships are available to candidates of any nationality from the UK, EU and overseas.
-The full-time scholarships are available to self-funded candidates only.
-The part-time scholarships are available to self-funded or partially self-funded candidates. For example, if your employer is providing partial funding or support for your studies, you may still apply for a part-time scholarship.
-The scholarships may not be added to other University bursaries or scholarships, such as the family or Vice Chancellor’s scholarships.
-Students must intend to study on a full-time or part-time MSc course at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School from September or October 2013.
-Postgraduate programmes in the Business School that are not eligible for this scheme are: Executive MBA (separate funding is available for this programme); ACCA or CIMA professional accountancy exams; Certificate in Professional Studies – Management and Leadership.
-The scholarships are not available to candidates who apply for entry with advanced standing. 
Scholarship Open for: UK, EU and International students can apply
Number of awards: 12 (Six full-time and six part-time scholarships are available) 
Value: There will be six full-time scholarships, each worth £1,000, and six part-time scholarships, each worth £500. Each scholarship is provided as a tuition fee discount. 
Apply: To apply for a scholarship, you must:
- Apply for a place on an eligible MSc course at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School and receive an offer of a place.
-Write a short, personal statement (800 words) outlining how you would contribute to, and benefit from, your chosen MSc course in the Business School. Your full name, postal and email addresses and the title of your MSc course must be clearly stated on the first page.
-Email your personal statement to d.sheratte@mmu.ac.uk. Please title your email: MSc Scholarship Application 
Deadline: The application deadline for Full-time scholarships is 30th June 2013 and Part-time scholarships are 12th August 2013. 
Further Information: http://www.business.mmu.ac.uk/news/2012/scholarships.php

Business Owner and Entrepreneur Scholarship at Colorado State University, USA

Undergraduate and graduate students having business or Entrepreneur are welcomed to apply the Business Owner and Entrepreneur Scholarship at Colorado State University in the United State of America. The applicants should present a discussion of how earning a degree will help them improve their business.

Description
The Business Owner and Entrepreneur Scholarship is only available for students who are small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to gain the knowledge and education to further their business. The candidates must give an explanation of how earning a degree that be sufficient to increase the business they have.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be the registered owner of a business.
• The scholarship application should discuss how earning a degree will help them improve their business.
• Open to both undergraduate and graduate students
• A maximum of one scholarship will be awarded for each award period within the 2013-2014 academic year.

Application Procedure
A CSUGlobal.edu email address is required to view the scholarship applications. Don't have a CSUGlobal.edu email? If you have been accepted to the university and do not yet have your @CSUGlobal.edu email address, contact your Admissions Counselor. Potential students interested in a CSU-Global scholarship should complete the online application for university admission. Once you have been accepted into a degree program, you can apply for all applicable scholarship programs.

Submission Deadline
Please contact the scholarship provider

Website Link
http://csuglobal.edu/tuition-and-financial-info/

Media & Communications Intern ECRE - European Council on Refugees and Exiles

JOB TITLE
Media and Communications Intern
REPORTS TO
Senior Press and Public Information Officer
JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of this position is primarily to provide essential support to the Media and Communications Team which consists of a Senior Press and Public Information Officer, Membership Officer and Communications Officer.
PLACE IN THE ORGANISATION
Service: Media and Communications Team
Reports to: Senior Press and Public Information Officer
RELATIONSHIPS – INTERNAL
Communications Officer
Membership Officer
Policy Staff
Press Officers at ECRE Member Organisations
RELATIONSHIPS – EXTERNAL
Journalists and other representatives from the media
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research and write articles and conduct interviews for the ECRE Weekly Bulletin and ECRE Website
- Monitor and evaluate press coverage (i.e. produce an annual press coverage report and a daily press review for distribution among the ECRE membership)
- Work with the Media & Communication team in developing ECRE’s social media presence
- Support the Media & Communications team in maintaining and developing the ECRE website
- Substantially contribute to the drafting of materials for the press, including press releases, background information for journalists, answers to media enquiries and other communications materials
- Undertake research on EU and national policies on asylum within tight deadlines
- Monitor relevant EU legislation and events in the asylum area
- Assist in the organisation of press conferences and Membership-related events or meetings
- Manage the media and ECRE members contacts database
- Assist with co-ordinating and developing the ECRE Media Officers Network
- Manage the media and ECRE members contacts database
- Deal with general information requests
- Assist with miscellaneous tasks and projects as agreed with the Senior Press and Public Information Officer
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education and experience
- University degree in a relevant area
- Knowledge of EU asylum issues
- Familiarity with social media tools
- Basic knowledge of HTML and experience with web-design is an advantage
- Familiarity with the EU legislative process
- Ability to present data and complex legal issues in a comprehensible and media-friendly language
Languages
- Fluent written and spoken English is essential
- Good knowledge of written and spoken French and / or German an advantage
- Working knowledge of other European languages is an advantage
Abilities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet short deadlines and work under pressure
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise between competing tasks
- Ability to work on own initiative and assume responsibility for tasks allocated - Readiness and ability to travel within Europe.
- Interest in and commitment to the aims of the organisation
- Enthusiastic individual with good sense of humor
Conditions
1. Paid internship for 11 months (brutto 751,00 euro) (Belgian Contract – “Contrat belge d’immersion professionelle”).
2. The Media Intern will be entitled to 26 days annual leave if he or she has worked for the entire previous year in Belgium. If service during the previous year in Belgium is less than the full year, annual leave will be calculated pro rata. Regardless of the legal entitlement to annual leave in Belgium, ECRE will provide 6 days of extra-legal holidays a year.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
ECRE aims to ensure that no prospective or actual employee is discriminated against on the basis of race, sex, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, employment status, class, disability, age, religious belief or political persuasion, or is disadvantaged by any condition or requirement, which is not demonstrably justifiable

Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships at University of Essex in UK, 2013/14

University of Essex is offering fifty three Vice-Chancellor’s international scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The scholarships worth of £150,000 are offered specifically for non-EU students seeking to join University in October 2013. These scholarships are restricted to applicants who are entirely self-funded. The scholarships will be awarded on basis of academic merit. Applications for relevant courses from students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for a scholarship award.
About Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor has established a £150,000 scholarship fund to support international students who are funding their own studies at the University of Essex. This new scholarship scheme is specifically for non-EU students seeking to join our University in October 2013. Awards will be made on the basis of academic merit, and applications for relevant courses from students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for a scholarship award. The scholarship is off-set against your tuition fees. 
Study: All Scholarships are provided for studying any courses offered by University at undergraduate and taught master level except CSEE scholarship which is offered in computer science and electronic engineering discipline and IFP scholarship which is awarded to study international foundation programme.
Course Level: Undergraduate and postgraduate degree
Scholarship by: University of Essex, UK
Location: UK 
Eligibility: -These scholarships are restricted to applicants who are entirely self-funded and are classified as international students for fees purposes. They are not available to students who are fully or partly sponsored.
-These scholarships may be awarded to students who have completed the relevant school or university studies in the specified countries (if applicable) and whose declared country of residence is that country.
-These scholarships may be restricted to applicants from specified schools.
-Only one scholarship award can be made per student and the award cannot normally be held in conjunction with other University of Essex scholarships.
-These scholarship awards do not apply to deferred entry. Where a scholarship has been awarded to a student who subsequently defers entry to the following academic year, the award will be withdrawn and the applicant will be considered again in line with the terms and conditions that apply in the new proposed year of entry. 
Scholarship Open for: International and UK students can apply for undergraduate scholarships and students of China and Latin America can apply for postgraduate scholarships. 
Number of awards:
For undergraduate students: five scholarships for china, ten scholarships for Nigerian students, twenty scholarships for international undergraduates studying computer science and electronic engineering and International Foundation Programme and ten scholarships for UK schools
- For postgraduate students: five scholarships for china students and three scholarships for Latin America: three scholarships. 
 Value: Total offer is for undergraduate students:
-for china students: Ten £2,500 scholarships
For Nigerian students: Five £3,000 scholarships
For international undergraduates studying computer science and electronic engineering: Ten £2,000 scholarships
For International Foundation Programme: Ten £2,000 scholarships
UK schools: Ten £2,000 scholarships
For postgraduate students: China students: Five £3,000 scholarships
For Latin America: Three £2,000 scholarships. 
Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on basis of academic merit, and applications for relevant courses from students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for a scholarship award.
Notification: Successful applicants will be informed in writing by the end of July 2013 of any award to be offered.
Apply: All academic applications from students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for a scholarship. The University will use official transcripts and certificates, submitted as part of the original application, as evidence of grades achieved and no alternative supporting evidence will be accepted.
-Applicants who have firmly accepted an offer of a place by 30 June 2013, and met the academic conditions of entry, will be considered for these scholarships. Applications submitted after that date may be considered, depending on availability of funds. 
Deadline: 30th June 2013
Further Information: http://www.essex.ac.uk/studentfinance/pg/university_support/v_c_International_scholarships.aspx

Career Enhancement Scholarship Provided by Colorado State University, USA

The Colorado State University proudly presents Career Enhancement Scholarship undergraduate and graduate students who currently be employed within a field relevant to their degree. The scholarship application will discuss how earning a degree will help in the advancement of the applicant’s personal career goals and their investment of others within their career field.

Description
The scholarship recognizes working professionals who wish to gain new knowledge and skills to advance their career by earning a degree in their dedicated field. Applicants must be able to demonstrate how their degree relates to their current profession and how their career will benefit from their continued education. Each recipient will receive financial assistance to help them achieve their goal in their bachelor’s and master’s degree program.

Eligibility

1. Applicant must currently be employed within a field relevant to their degree.
2. The scholarship application will discuss how earning a degree will help in the advancement of the applicant’s personal career goals and their investment of others within their career field.
3. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
4. A maximum of one scholarship will be awarded for each award period within the 2013-2014 academic year.

Application Procedure
To apply for a CSU-Global scholarship, you must be fully admitted to the university and enrolled in a degree program. Please review the terms and condition and the specific criteria (above) for each individual scholarship program for full eligibility details.

A CSUGlobal.edu email address is required to view the scholarship applications. Don't have a CSUGlobal.edu email? If you have been accepted to the university and do not yet have your @CSUGlobal.edu email address, contact your Admissions Counselor. Potential students interested in a CSU-Global scholarship should complete the online application for university admission. Once you have been accepted into a degree program, you can apply for all applicable scholarship programs.

Submission Deadline
N/A

Website Link
http://csuglobal.edu/tuition-and-financial-info/financial-options/scholarships/career-enhancement-scholarship/

Internships in the field of EU-Funds and Management Wien Holding Beschaffungs- und Servive GmbH - Finanz- und Fördermanagement

The Wien Holding BuS ltd. is offering two internships for its department “EU- Finance and Support” (internship in German language):

•  Internship in the field of EU finance management - preparation and accounting of EU-projects
•  Internship in the field of EU finance support – research of relevant EU funding sources and development of a research tool

The internships will have a duration between 3 and 6 months.
For further information and to apply, please go to: jobs.wienholding.at/index.php?func=pvw&id=0_998&u=&init=1&sgl=de&sl=de&agref

Media and Communications Traineeship Amnesty International, European Institutions Office Brussels, Belgium

TRAINEESHIP ADVERTISEMENT
Amnesty International’s European Institutions Office is looking for a trainee to help the press officer deliver EIO’s media strategy. The successful candidate will join our team in Brussels from mid-September 2013 for ten months.
TRAINEESHIP DESCRIPTION
Traineeship Title: Media & communications assistant
Reports to: Media & Communications Officer (press officer)
Duration: Ten months (mid-September 2013 to mid-July 2014)
TASKS INCLUDE
1. External

• Helping press officer prepare material targeting media. Includes press releases, opinion pieces, letters;
• Monitoring EU media developments;
• Arranging press conferences, interviews and other media contact events;
• Contributing to content and presentation of EIO website, managing social media;
• Updating EIO media contacts database.

2. Internal

• Producing media calendar;
• Sending daily updates on key EU events and media items to colleagues;
• Helping press officer deliver in-house training;
• Helping press officer set up meetings;
• Contributing to content and presentation of EIO website, managing social media;
• Updating contacts database;
• Helping with administrative tasks.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• General knowledge of international human rights;
• Previous communications experience an asset, especially in social media;
• Basic knowledge of EU and its media environment;
• Excellent (native-standard) writing ability in English. Fluency in at least one other EU language an asset;
• Excellent at communicating, networking, and getting on with people;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, setting priorities;
• Standard computer skills (knowledge of Windows, Word, Internet Explorer);
• Innovative;
• Able to communicate with diverse audiences;
• Capacity for taking initiative and meeting deadlines under pressure;
• Willing to contribute to various routine tasks.

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MDIS Merit Scholarship for International Students, 2013/14

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), Singapore offers merit scholarship for international students. These scholarships are open to new students for pursuing a pre degree, degree or master’s degree programme at five renowned university partners from the United Kingdom, Australia and France.  Each scholarship is tenable only for the academic years for which it is awarded and will cover the subsidised portion of the tuition fee. Applicants can apply till 31st August 2013 for Phase 1 and 31st March 2014 for Phase 2.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any course offered by MDIS. Course Level: The MDIS international students merit scholarship is open to new students seeking a Pre Degree, Degree or Master’s Degree. Scholarship Provider: Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) Scholarship can be taken at: MDIS offers the programmes of five renowned university partners from the United Kingdom, Australia and France.
Eligibility: Applicants must:
-apply for admission to MDIS before scholarship applications can be reviewed
-have demonstrated record of academic achievement
-strong leadership qualities and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-be eligible to apply for merit scholarship.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The MDIS International Students Merit Scholarship is an initiative aimed at providing high-calibre students with the opportunity to develop to their full potential. It offers scholarships to outstanding students pursuing their studies with MDIS. The MDIS International Students Merit Scholarship is open to new students seeking a Pre Degree, Degree or Master’s Degree. The scholarship will cover the subsidised portion of the tuition fee payable by International students and the awards are deducted from the last installment of the tuition fees.
Duration of award(s): Each scholarship is tenable only for the academic years for which it is awarded and is not transferable from one academic programme to another.
What does it cover? The scholarship will cover the subsidised portion of the tuition fee payable by International students and the awards are deducted from the last installment of the tuition fees. Merit Scholarships are available in the following categories:
-Partial scholarships for Master’s Degrees valued at SGD 4,000 each
-Partial scholarships for Bachelor’s Degrees valued at SGD 3,200 each
-Partial scholarships for Pre Degree valued at SGD 500 each.
Selection Criteria: The Scholarship Selection Committee will select and assess candidates based on their academic merits. Additional consideration may be given for leadership qualities, career ambitions and participation in extra-curricular activities.
Notification: Phase 1: Scholarship will be announced in Oct 2013 and Phase 2: Scholarship will be announced in May 2014.
How to Apply: The completed scholarship application form must be submitted by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadlines are: Phase 1: 1st Feb to 31st August 2013 and Phase 2: 1st Sept 2013 to 31st March 2014.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

School of Psychology 50th Anniversary Master’s Scholarships in UK, 2013

The School of Psychology at University of Kent is offering five scholarships for international students. £1,000 scholarships are provided for taught MSc Programmes in the field of cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, forensic psychology, processes and inter-group relations, research methods and social & applied psychology to international students. The scholarships will be worth £1,000 (for one year of study) towards the costs of tuition fees.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided for MSc in cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, forensic psychology, processes and inter-group relations, research methods and social & applied psychology offered by University of Kent in UK. Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing MSc programmes at University of Kent in UK. Scholarship Provider: University of Kent in UK. Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: To be eligible for a scholarship all of the following criteria must be met: -The student must have achieved an excellent result in their undergraduate degree. Requirements for various countries are shown below, qualifications from other countries will be considered on an individual basis. Minimum grade required for scholarship by country (assuming university has good academic reputation)
-China: Bachelor degree with 85%+ overall
-Canada: Bachelor degree with 80%+ or 3.5+ GPA out of 4.0
-India: First Division/Class Bachelor degree
-Nigeria: First Class Honours Bachelor degree or 4.5+ GPA
-Saudi Arabia: Bachelor degree with 3.0+ out of 4.0 or 3.6+ out of 5.0
-Taiwan: Degree with 80%+ overall
-Tanzania: First Class Honours degree
-Turkey: Degree with GPA 3.5+ out of 4.0
-United Kingdom: First Class Honours degree
-United States of America: GPA of 3.5+ out of 4.0
-The student must also have applied and accepted an unconditional offer on one of these courses on a full-time basis MSc Cognitive Psychology, MSc Developmental Psychology, MSc Forensic Psychology, MSc Group Processes and Intergroup Relations and MSc Research Methods MSc Social & Applied Psychology
-The student must also demonstrate a commitment to PhD study at the University of Kent.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The School of Psychology is offering five scholarships of £1,000 to eligible students of any nationality registering on our taught MSc programmes by 1st October 2013. These are awarded on the basis of academic merit and commitment to further postgraduate study.
Number of award(s): Five scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered one year of study.
What does it cover? The scholarships will be worth £1,000 (for one year of study) towards the costs of tuition fees.
Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis, applications will be ranked by a selection panel.
Notification:  Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by email.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st July 2013
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

International Scholarship Sponsored By INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester, UK

The INTO Manchester together with Manchester University offer a demanding foundation scholarship for outstanding international students enrolling in the field of Humanities, Law, Business, Management, Accounting and Economics, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computing. Each scholarship valued at £6,725 is awarded towards tuition fees.

Description
The scholarship foundation is purposed to to ensure that talented students have the opportunity to achieve success, no matter what their background or financial circumstances. We are currently offering a range of generous scholarships to help towards your tuition fees.

For high achieving students commencing the International Foundation programme in September 2013, the Centre is offering two scholarships - one per pathway stated below - each valued at £6,725 towards your tuition fees.

Eligibility
All applicants should be international students applying the study program below:

• International Foundation in Humanities, Law, Business, Management, Accounting and Economics
• International Foundation in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computing

Application Procedure

1. Apply for one of the above programmes at INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester via our online application form
2. Complete the form and essay question at the end of the PDF below and return it by e-mail to manchesterscholarships@into.uk.com
3. To make the application process quicker, please include your supporting documents; proof of level of English and copies of your Academic qualifications

Submission Deadline
15th July 2013

Website Link
http://www.intohigher.com/uk

Paid Internship: 3 Project Coordinators at the FEDEC in Brussels – Belgium

FEDEC – European Federation of Professional Circus Schools

Founded in 1998, the European Federation of Professional Circus Schools (FEDEC) is a network of 55 members: 42 professional circus schools and 13 circus arts organisations located in 26 different countries. FEDEC’s main vocation is to support the development and evolution of pedagogy and creation in the field of circus arts education.

The FEDEC team is comprised of a full-time General Coordinator, a Project Coordinator and an Administrative, Communication and Service to members Officer. The FEDEC team is a highly dynamic group of individuals, combining professionalism and passion with a rigorous and analytic approach to work, oriented toward results that are useful to the network members and their partners. The FEDEC culture is one of mutual support and dynamism.
The FEDEC is currently looking for a full-time project coordinator intern for a period of 6 months (from 2 September 2013 to 28 February 2014)

DescriptionIn collaboration with and under the responsibility of other team members, your mission will be first to assist the FEDEC secretariat in its daily activities and strategic objectives through practical tasks of project and event management: regular meetings, administrative assistance, communication and information tools, and services to members. You will work under the direct supervision of the project officer.

1. Project assistant

(in coordination with the project officer)
CIRCLE project (artistic encounters between FEDEC schools’ students):
CIRCLE at Circa (Circa circus festival in Auch, France, October 2013)

Tasks:

- Support with practical organisation matters (contact with on-site partners, follow-up with participants’ requests, communication with the Circa festival team);

- Support with development/finalisation of CIRCLE documents (guides, roadmaps, calendar of activities…);
Cooperation with the festival team (on different levels, depending the priorities and requests);

- Support with all project’s communications activities (performances presentations brochure, CIRCLE webpage on the FEDEC website, pictures selection) before, during and after the event;

- Support with all post-event activities (meetings, reports, communication with participants and festival…). ESCALES project (study, charter and agreement on the mobility of circus arts students)

- Support with : finalisation of the survey, proofreading, coordination of interviews with different target groups, organisation of information for the associated expert to help prepare the data analysis.
INTENTS project (definition of the profession of professors and their competencies, and professor’s training engineering) (to be confirmed)

If the project is accepted, the intern will help with the preparation of information and coordination document and the development of a contact database for partners and participants;

Support with organisation of the kick-off meeting during the Internal Conference in Auch;

Contact with people to be interviewed by the project’s associated experts during the events in Auch;

Support with the elaboration and dissemination of a call for participants for the first session of continuous training, to be organised in London in 2014.

2. Support for statutory meetings and financial management of FEDEC
(in coordination with the administration and communications officer, and the project officer)

Tasks:

- Support with preparation and mailing of invitations to the Managing Board (MB – meetings in September and October 2013) and the General Assembly (GA – meeting in October 2013) members;

- Support with elaboration of the set of documents (readers) for the Board and General Assembly meetings (layout and dissemination);

- Support with practical organisation of the MB and GA in the framework of the FEDEC Encounters at Circa (October 2013);

- Follow up of attendance rates, management of proxies and contributions of members in-kind for each meeting;

- Note-taking during meetings (focus group meetings, meetings with students), minutes, coordination of proofreading and translation after approval by the project coordinator;
As needed, general administrative support for the association (post, archives, phone lines, secretarial tasks…).

3. Assistance for the Jean Monnet annual grant application 
(in coordination with the general coordinator, the administration and communications officer, and the project officer)

Tasks:

- Participation in the redaction of parts of the FEDEC annual report 2013, in collaboration with the project officer and the administration and communications officer;

- Participation in the proofreading process and the layout on the annual grant application activities programme.

Professional experience and knowledge

- Master degree or specialised Bachelor degree and professional experience;

- Proven experience in project management and reporting in European projects, preferably within European networks;

- Experience in the field of education and training, or the Leonardo Da Vinci programme would be an asset;

- Knowledge and experience in the management of associations (organisational and statutory issues) or fast learner;

- Very good command of communication tools (Excel, Word – layout and mailing, Power Point);

- Fluent in French (native French speaker level) with a very good both oral and written level of English.

Qualifications and skills of “how to be” in the workplace

- Methodical, having organisational skills, knowing how to prioritize and plan diverse tasks. Rigor and respect of deadlines;

- Ability to work independently within a small team, ability to work with a Managing Board in several European countries and worldwide;

- Analytical and writing capacities;

- Ability to take into account the financial and budgetary data and develop working relationships with external providers;

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

- Ability to assimilate, classify and disseminate information on different subjects and for different audiences/target groups;

- Pro-active, persistent, organised and results and networking oriented;

- Motivated, flexible and working in a collective manner;

- Being autonomous, be a fast learner, having a positive attitude towards projects;

- Direct, knowing how to clearly communicate his/her difficulties and pro-active in solving them;

- Interest in arts education and creativity in the framework of a European network, and interpersonal skills necessary to the work in a multinational context;

- Taste and availability for occasional travel in Europe.

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