Praktikum im Bereich PR und Projektmanagement

Das Frankfurter Kultur Komitee ist ein gemeinnütziger Verein, der Frankfurt am Main als bedeutende Finanz- und Kulturmetropole fördert. Im Fokus stehen dabei eine Stärkung von Europa und dem Euro in der öffentlichen Wahrnehmung. Der Verein verwaltet unter anderem die weltbekannte Euro-Skulptur vor der alten Europäischen Zentralbank.

Wir vergeben ab 15.11.2015 für die Dauer von zwölf Monaten mit Übernahmeoption

1 Praktikum im Bereich PR und Projektmanagement

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Aufgaben: Presse- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit, Projektmanagement, Veranstaltungsorganisation,  Fundraising und Sponsorenbetreuung, administrative Aufgaben und Unterstützung des Vorstands im operativen Tagesgeschäft

Anforderungsprofil: Erfolgreich abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium, sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift, erste Erfahrungen im Projektmanagement, hohe Motivation, Flexibilität, Organisationstalent, Teamfähigkeit.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Dann bewerben Sie sich bitte elektronisch bis zum 11.09.2015 bei Leonie Bueb, Project Assistant, leonie.bueb@frakk.de

Praktikum im Bereich Projektmanagement

Der Frankfurter Zukunftsrat e.V. ist eine gemeinnützige und innovative Denkfabrik, die sich für eine zukunftsfähige Politik, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft in Deutschland und Europa einsetzt. Der Verein stellt zukunftsorientierte Fragen und formuliert mit seinen Mitgliedern Antworten auf die langfristigen Herausforderungen unserer Zeit.

Wir vergeben ab 15.11.2015 für die Dauer von zwölf Monaten mit Übernahmeoption

1 Praktikum im Bereich Projektmanagement

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Aufgaben: Mitarbeit an wissenschaftlichen Projekten sowie dem internationalen Jugendprojekt „My Europe“

Anforderungsprofil: Erfolgreich abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium, sehr gute Kenntnisse in wissenschaftlicher Arbeit, sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift (andere Fremdsprachen von Vorteil), großes Interesse an Jugendthemen und Europa, Erfahrung in Social Media, hohe Motivation, Flexibilität, Organisationstalent, Teamfähigkeit.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Dann bewerben Sie sich bitte elektronisch bis zum 11.09.2015 bei Carina Feuerriegel, Executive Manager, carina.feuerriegel@frankfurter-zukunftsrat.de

Transform Together Scholarships for International Students in UK, 2015-2016

Sheffield Hallam University offers transform together scholarships for international students to commence their study in January 2015. Scholarships will be awarded to study all full–time taught courses at postgraduate and undergraduate level available at the Sheffield Hallam University. The scholarships include a one-year full or half tuition fee waiver for full-time taught postgraduate courses and 50% tuition fee discount for each year of an undergraduate course. The application deadline is 1 November 2015 for January 2016 start.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study all full–time taught courses available at the Sheffield Hallam University.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree at Sheffield Hallam University.
Scholarship Provider: Sheffield Hallam University
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Accreditation: Sheffield Hallam University is accredited by the University Alliance Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Eligibility: To be eligible to apply for one of these scholarships you must:
-postgraduate only – have achieved a minimum 2.1 or equivalent in your honours degree and must meet the minimum English and academic entry requirements for your course. Please attach transcripts to scholarship applications
-undergraduate only – have achieved or exceeded the English and academic entry requirements for the course
-have an offer for a full–time taught undergraduate or postgraduate course at Sheffield Hallam University starting in 2014/15.
-be self–funding your studies
-be classed as an international student for fees purposes
-be able to pay any additional fees your course may require, for example field trips

Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these Transform Together Scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Transform Together Scholarships are exclusively for international students. If you are a high achiever or you believe you can make a significant contribution to University, please apply. The scholarships include a one-year full or half tuition fee waiver for full-time taught postgraduate courses and 50% tuition fee discount for each year of an undergraduate course.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): The scholarships include a one-year full or half tuition fee waiver for full-time taught postgraduate courses and 50% tuition fee discount for each year of an undergraduate course.

What does it cover? Transform Together Scholarships are available for all full–time taught courses at Sheffield Hallam.
-Postgraduate courses – full or half fee waiver (100% discount)
-Undergraduate courses – 50% fee discount for each year of your degree

Selection Criteria: A panel will review the applications and following a competitive process they will award scholarships to well–qualified students who demonstrate academic, personal or professional achievement on their scholarship application form.

Notification: Applicant will be notified if they have been successful approximately one month after the deadline.

How to Apply: If you meet the eligibility criteria above, please download the application form and return it via post and email. If you have not yet applied for a course, please visit online prospectus to find a course and apply.

Application Form

Scholarship Application Deadline: Deadline is 1 November 2015 for January 2016 start.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Read more: Transform Together Scholarships in UK, 2016 Scholarship Positions 2015 2016
http://scholarship-positions.com 

Environmental Fellowships at Harvard University

Deadline: 13 January 2016
Open to: candidates with a doctorate or equivalent in any field that have received their degree between May 2012 and August 2016
Fellowship: salary USD 62,000 per year, health insurance eligibility, up to USD 2,500 reimbursement for travel expenses, and a USD 2,500 allowance for travel and other professional expenses

Description

The Harvard University Center for the Environment created the Environmental Fellows program to enable recent doctorate recipients to use and expand Harvard’s extraordinary resources to tackle complex environmental problems. The Environmental Fellows will work for two years with Harvard faculty members in any school or department to create new knowledge while also strengthening connections across the University’s academic disciplines.

The Harvard University Center for the Environment expects to award approximately six fellowships for the 2016 cohort. The Center will organize a co-curricular program to ensure that the fellows get to know each other and each other’s work. All fellows will attend biweekly dinners with their colleagues, faculty members, and guests.

Eligibility

Candidates for 2016 Environmental Fellowships should have received their terminal degree between May 2012 and August 2016. (Fellows must have filed their dissertation before starting their appointment in September 2015.);

Candidates with a doctorate or equivalent in any field are eligible, and they may propose research projects in any discipline. Applicants without a PhD may apply if they have studied in fields where the PhD is not the typical terminal degree. All successful candidates will be able to demonstrate experience performing scholarly research;

Each candidate must secure a commitment from one or more Harvard faculty members to serve as a mentor and to provide office or lab space for the two-year fellowship;

Harvard is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The Center strongly encourages women and minorities to apply;

Candidates may have received their degrees at any university in the world. Foreign nationals are eligible for fellowships, though study at Harvard generally requires proficiency in English;

Candidates who received terminal degrees from Harvard, and post-docs currently working at Harvard are eligible for the fellowship provided their research and host arrangements take them in new directions and forge new connections within the University. Harvard candidates should not propose to continue to work with the same professors or lab groups with whom they are currently associated. No candidate should propose to work extensively with his or her thesis advisor;

Successful candidates should be prepared to commit to work at Harvard for the full two years of the fellowship. This fellowship requires residency in the Cambridge area and any fieldwork trip must be scheduled for the summer or January recess.

Fellowship

The fellowship include a salary of USD 62,000 per year, employee health insurance eligibility, up to USD 2,500 reimbursement for travel expenses, and a USD 2,500 allowance for travel and other professional expenses.

Application

Please complete the online form and attach the relevant supporting documents as PDFs:

Curriculum vitae including list of publications;

Detailed research proposal, maximum of five pages, references counted separately. Within the proposal, applicants should explain their reasons for applying to a Harvard residential environmental fellowship. Note: While applicants should discuss the proposal with their potential faculty hosts, the final product should clearly be the work of the applicant;

Up to three publications/writing samples.

Three letters of reference, including one from the applicant’s dissertation adviser;

A letter of support is also required from the applicant’s host committing to serve as a mentor and explaining his or her commitment to the proposed research, including the provision of office or lab space and any financial commitments.

Applicants are encouraged to ask their referees and hosts to email letters of reference as PDFs or, if necessary, as Word documents attached to the emails. Referees and hosts should send their letters directly to the attention of Jean Gauthier at the Center at environmental_fellows@harvard.edu.

The Center will notify applicants to confirm receipt of a complete application.

Please direct any questions to James Clem, the HUCE managing director at clem@fas.harvard.edu

For more information please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2015/08/28/6-environmental-fellowships-at-harvard-university/#ixzz3k9Ab6tIp

Public Affairs Intern

Hume Brophy is looking for an intern to start as soon as possible. The internship is remunerated and will be for six months.

Your tasks will involve the following:

Assist with developing and implementing client projects and advice;

Research and draft policy briefs;

Monitor policy and media developments;

Support new business development activities, including events;

Assist with business administration.

About you

Strong interest in public policy and EU affairs;

Prior experience in the EU institutions is an advantage;

Excellent research abilities, organisational skills and attention to detail;

Flexible, able to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities;

Strong English language skills (spoken and written), good knowledge of French and/or German;

Able to work in Belgium for six months without work permit sponsorship.

To apply for this job, send your CV and motivation letter, as well as a recent example of your written work in English, to brussels@humebrophy.com by 6 September.

Traineeship GIRP - European Association of Pharmaceutical Full-line Wholesalers

GIRP, the European Association of Pharmaceutical Full-line Wholesalers, is looking to hire a trainee to support our Event Manager in the planning, preparation and organisation of various upcoming events. We are currently accepting applications from highly motivated undergraduate/graduate candidates seeking a 3-months internship, starting as soon as possible. Candidates should show practical skills, high motivation for work, flexibility, a dynamic attitude, and team spirit. Please note that GIRP can only accept candidates who are enrolled in a university study programme for the entire duration of the traineeship.

Responsibilities

Organisation and preparation of GIRP events, external conferences and workshops;

Setting, communicating and maintaining timelines and priorities on event planning and organizing;

Managing operational and administrative functions to ensure the smooth running of events;

Support of Event coordinator;

Researching, editing, and writing input for GIRP’s numerous publications;

Compilation of PowerPoint presentations for internal meetings and external conferences;

Maintenance of GIRP’s internet presence;

Administrative support and office management.

We offer

First-hand experience of the Brussels lobbying scene;

Insight into the European pharmaceutical market and health policy sector in general and the sector of pharmaceutical full-line wholesaling in particular;

Opportunities to be involved in hands-on projects from start to finish;

Excellent team spirit in a multinational environment;

Accommodation costs are covered by GIRP, however no other remuneration is offered.

Must-have qualities

Undergraduate/graduate student, the candidate must be enrolled at a university for the entire duration of the traineeship;

Candidates must be fluent in English;

Experience in event/conference organisation, communications and/or project coordination;

Good project skills, organisation, clear communication and methodical planning;

Excellent knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications;

Self-starter, high level of independence and responsibility.

Desirable qualities

Affinity for graphic design;

Aptitude with social networking tools such as Twitter and Facebook;

Fluency in French, German is desirable, other languages are an asset.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the best candidate to Ms. Viktória Kéri (v.keri@girp.eu) before 4th September 2015.

‘Dealing with the Past’ – Research Fellowship in Berlin

Deadline: 31 August 2015
Open to: scholars and experts who can demonstrate an established record relating to Dealing with the Past
Fellowship: monthly stipend which covers the fellow’s living expenses

Description

The Robert Bosch Academy is a center for interdisciplinary, multilateral dialogue, and solutions-oriented cooperation on the global challenges of the 21st century. It provides distinguished decision-makers and experts from around the world with the opportunity to spend a sabbatical in Berlin and to participate in public life in the capital and beyond. The Robert Bosch Academy in Berlin is now offering an in-residence Research Fellowship “Dealing with the Past”.

Dealing with a legacy of gross human rights violations is one of the greatest challenges societies are facing in the aftermath of violent conflict. Research suggests that there is a relationship between the ability to address this legacy in a comprehensive and inclusive manner and the potential to develop sustainable peace. The Robert Bosch Academy invites scholars and experts to submit a project proposal concerning (but not limited to) some of the following questions:

How has the field of Dealing with the Past evolved as a conceptual approach and as a policy field over the last decades? What are the most important changes in the development of the field in recent years?

What are specific characteristics of Dealing with the Past and where can difficulties in its definitions and limitations in its understanding be identified?

What are best practices and what are the most difficult challenges of Dealing with the past in different (post-)conflict societies?

Which are the main advocacy issues related to Dealing with the Past in order to bring more attention on the global agenda and to create concrete impact in this area? Which of these issues connect a number of different (post-)conflict regions and should therefore be addressed in a joint effort on the international level?

Which are the existing transnational networks related to Dealing with the Past, what are their different missions and which actors are being represented?

Eligibility

The Research Fellowship targets scholars and experts who conduct research and work on specific issues relevant to the Robert Bosch Academy’s portfolio. Preference will be given to those applicants who can demonstrate an established record relating to Dealing with the Past as scholar or practitioner with a broad international understanding beyond regional expertise. Specific areas or regions of knowledge as well as connected fields of interest are to be indicated nonetheless. The Fellow is expected to disseminate the results of their research not only through publications, but also through feeding into their future career after the end of the Fellowship.

Fellowship

The Fellowship offers a six months research leave with a monthly stipend being provided which covers the fellow’s living expenses. A budget for travel and conferences can be made available.

How to apply?

The deadline for applications is 31 August 2015. To apply for a Research Fellowship please send your CV, a motivation letter, a list of publications and/or other references as well as a short project proposal (max. 4 pages) to Verena Heinzel, Program Officer at the Berlin Representative Office of Robert Bosch Stiftung (verena.heinzel@bosch-stiftung.de).

For more information please read the official call.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2015/08/27/dealing-with-the-past-research-fellowship-in-berlin/#ixzz3k1zuLTMy

PhD Research Fellow in Logic and Intelligent Data at Univ. of Oslo

Deadline: 13 September 2015
Open to: applicants with MA or an equivalent in informatics
Fellowship: NOK 430 500– 459 700, (approximately EUR 47,261 – 50,466) per annum

Description

University of Oslo is inviting applications for PhD research fellowship in logic and intelligent data. The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition of being a leading research faculty. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

The candidate’s work will be within the space spanned by applied logic, semantic technologies, data integration, and human-computer interaction, with applications in the oil & gas sector. The candidate will be affiliated with the Optique project and the SIRIUS Center for Scalable Data Access in the Oil & Gas Domain. He or she will be part of an international team of world-leading scientists working on bringing semantic methods for data access into real-world industrial applications.

Eligibility

Applicants must fulfills following conditions for PhD Research Fellowship:

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in informatics;

The purpose of the Fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree;

The Fellowship requires admission to the PhD Programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The application to the PhD Programme must be submitted to the department no later than two months after taking up the position (see more).

Fellowship

The position is remunerated by salary of the level 50 – 54, NOK 430,500 – 459,700, (approximately EUR 47,261 – 50,466) depending on qualifications.

Application

The deadline for applications is 13 September 2015. Applicants must submit the following attachments with the online application:

Application letter;

CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work – scientific publications);

Copies of educational certificates, transcript of records and letters of recommendation;

Documentation of English proficiency;

List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee;

Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number).

For more information please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2015/08/27/phd-research-fellow-in-logic-and-intelligent-data-at-univ-of-oslo/#ixzz3k1zhG6xR

Sri Lankan Government Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students, 2015-2016

Applications are invited for Sri Lankan Government Scholarships available for foreign students to pursue undergraduate degree. Scholarships are open for courses of studies other than Medical & Dental Sciences. Candidates can request for more than one course for securing chances to win a scholarship, identifying their preferences as places are limited in some fields. The application deadline is 30 September 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are open for courses other than Medical & Dental Sciences. Candidates can request for more than one course for securing chances to win a scholarship identifying their preferences as places are limited in some fields.
Course Level: Scholarships are offered for pursuing undergraduate degree program.
Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Scholarship can be taken at: Sri Lanka

Eligibility:
-Applications are invited from eligible students for the award of undergraduate scholarships offered by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MoHER), Sri Lanka for the academic year 2014/15 and the courses are to commence in January 2016. Since this is a government to government scholarship program, candidates shall apply for this scholarship with the recommendation of the government nominating agency (i.e. Ministry or the government Institution of his/her country).
-Be a citizen of a country covered by this scholarship. A citizen of another country having Sri Lankan dual citizenship is not eligible to apply.
-Candidates with impressive results of an examination deemed equivalent to G.C.E. (Advance Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply for admission to universities in Sri Lanka. Applicants are advised to attach the original letter obtained from the Board of Examinations to prove that his/her educational qualifications are equivalent to the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination (Sri Lanka) or qualifications required for admission to a university in their own country to follow a bachelor’s degree. Applicants should ensure that all required passes should be obtained in one and the same sitting under a recognized Board of Examination.
-Age : Be less than 25 years on 15.10.2015

Scholarship Open for International Students: Foreign students from identified countries can apply for these Sri Lankan Government Scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Government of Sri Lanka Presidential Scholarships programme for Foreign Students implemented by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research has been in operation for four years. That provides scholarships annually to foreign students from identified countries. It is hoped that this would bring about stronger educational and cultural ties with friendly nations. This scholarship scheme offers international students a chance to enroll themselves in undergraduate programs conducted by some state universities in Sri Lanka.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for the whole duration of the course.

What does it cover?
-Free of charge tuition and registration.
-Free Visa for studies
-One-off settlement allowance of LKR 10,000/-.
-A monthly living allowance of LKR 30, 000/- during the study period. It is expected that the scholarship recipient will meet the expenditure for food and accommodation with the monthly allowance of LKR 30,000/- The relevant university/higher educational institute will assist in finding suitable accommodation.
-Reimbursement of cost of air fare (economy class) to come to Sri Lanka and return his/her country after successful completion of studies [Payment is made for original bills only ].
-Reimbursement of IELTS/TOEFL examination fees ( test results must not be more than 24 months old at the time the application closing date).
-Free of charge medical facilities at government hospitals other than dental related diseases.

How to Apply: Applications should be submitted via post.
-Each applicant should submit dully perfected 04 sets of applications (one original) along with all required documents to his/her government nominating agency.
-Each application should be recommended by the government nominating agency by filling out the section 06 B of the application
-The government nominating agency of the applicant should submit the applications with their recommendation to the Sri Lankan mission in his/her country for forwarding the same to the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka. In case a Sri Lankan mission is not present in his /her country, the government nominating agency can forward the applications directly.
Required documents: Certified copy of Birth Certificate, Certified copy of official evidence of any name change, Certified copy of the personal page of applicant’s passport, Certified copies of the graduation/post-graduation certificates and Certified copies of the academic transcripts, Medical Certificate, Security Vetting, Two Referee reports for postgraduate students (preferred from applicant’s current employer/former lecturer/academic supervisor) and Research proposal – for PhD/MPhil applicants.

Application Form

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30 September 2015.

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Read more: Sri Lankan Government Scholarships for Foreign Students Scholarship Positions 2015 2016
http://scholarship-positions.com 

Human Rights Fellowship at HR Watch

Deadline: 8 October 2015
Open to: recent graduates (at the Master’s level) in the fields of law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies
Fellowship: USD 55,000 plus excellent employer-paid benefits

Description

Human Rights Watch (HRW) presents the Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship. The Finberg Fellows work full-time for one year with Human Rights Watch, New York.

Fellows will monitor human rights developments in various countries, conduct on-site investigations, draft reports on human rights conditions, and engage in advocacy and media outreach aimed at publicizing and curtailing human rights violations.

Eligibility

Ideal candidates have to possess a strong background in human rights with an intent to pursue a career in the field. Requirements include research and field experience, analytic skills and English fluency. Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

Applicants should be highly motivated and well-organized, able to work quickly and well under pressure, both independently and as a member of a team, able to juggle multiple tasks and able to meet tight deadlines.

Prospective fellows must be recent graduates (at the Master’s level) in the fields of law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies. Graduates with LL.B. degrees or advanced degrees in other relevant disciplines may also be considered.

Fellowship

The yearlong fellowships begin September 2016 and offer a USD 55,000 plus excellent employer-paid benefits.

Application

Applicants are responsible for compiling complete application packets which must include the following:

Cover letter;

Resume;

Two letters of recommendation;

An unedited, unpublished writing sample (no legal briefs, please);

An official law or graduate school transcript (applicants currently in one-year graduate programs should supply an undergraduate transcript with a list of their graduate school courses).

Complete applications (including transcripts and recommendations) for 2016-2017 fellowships must be received no later than October 8, 2015. Applications should be sent by e-mail, under single cover (in one email) and preferably as one PDF file (or, at a minimum, as separate PDF files), to fellowship@hrw.org

For more information please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2015/08/27/apply-for-human-rights-fellowship-at-hr-watch/#ixzz3k1zHu65g

Chevening Scholarships for Postgraduate Students in UK, 2016-2017

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations offer Chevening scholarships for master students. The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree in any subject and at any UK University. Chevening scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance at a set rate (for one individual), an economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants to cover essential expenditure. Some Scholarships cover part of the cost of studying in the UK; for example, tuition fees only or allowances only. The application deadline is 3 November 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to study any subject at any UK University.
Course Level: The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree at any UK University.
Scholarship Provider: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must:
-Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country.
-Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your scholarship has ended
-Have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry to a post-graduate programme at a UK university. This is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK
-Have at least two years’ work experience
-Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by 14 July 2016
-Meet the Chevening English language requirement by 14 July 2016
You are not eligible for a Chevening Scholarship if you:
-Hold British or dual British citizenship (unless you are a citizen of a British Overseas Territory or hold BN(O) and are applying from Hong Kong)
-Are an employee, a relative of an employee, or a former employee (since July 2013) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British Embassies/High Commissions, the Department for International Development, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, UK Trade and Investment, the Ministry of Defence and the Home Office), the British Council, a partner, a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.
-Have previously studied in the UK with funding from a UK Government-funded scholarship. Chevening Alumni are not eligible to apply for a further scholarship but may be eligible to apply for a fellowship five years after completion of the first award.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students from Chevening countries (Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bennin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Congo the Democratic Republic of the, Cook Island, Costa Rica, Cuba, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Korea, Korea Republic of, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Libya, Liberia, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montserrat, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Burma Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Pitcairn Island, Republic of Congo, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Southern Sudan, Sri Lanka, St Helena, Sriname, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St Lucia, St Vincent & Grenadines, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, UK, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe, Kosovo, South Caucasus) can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The programme makes awards to outstanding scholars with leadership potential from around the world to study postgraduate courses at universities in the UK. The Chevening programme was established in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international scheme. Chevening Scholars come from more than 150 countries and territories worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and this year the Scholarships will support more than 1500 individuals. There are over 43,000 Chevening alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.

Number of award(s): There are approximately 1,500 Chevening Scholarships on offer globally for the 2016/2017 academic cycle.

What does it cover? A full Chevening Scholarship award normally comprises:
-university tuition fees
-a monthly stipend
-travel costs to and from the UK
-an arrival allowance
-a homeward departure allowance
-a thesis grant
-a grant for study materials
-a study travel allowance
-the cost of one visa application
-a travel grant to attend Chevening events in the UK

Notification: Candidates are notified that they have been selected for interview by mid-February 2016.

Online Application: Applications for Chevening Awards can only be submitted using the Chevening online application system, available through the ‘apply’ button on your country page. Prior to starting your application for a Chevening Scholarship please ensure you have the following ready:
Essential: Two references to be provided in a letter format and written in English, Valid passport/national ID card, University transcripts (undergraduate, postgraduate) and Three different UK Master’s course choices. Please note that only documents in PDF format can be uploaded and documents cannot be over 5MB in size.
Optional: English language (if already met the requirements) and UK Master’s university offer (if already met the requirements). You can submit your initial application without these optional documents and upload them to your application at any point up to 14 July 2016. Please note that if you are eventually conditionally selected for a Chevening Scholarship, it is essential that you provide evidence that you meet the Chevening English language requirements and that you have at least one offer from an eligible course before 14 July 2016 in order to remain in the process.

Online Application

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 3 November 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Read more: Chevening Scholarships for International Students Scholarship Positions 2015 2016
http://scholarship-positions.com 

JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Overseas Researchers (Standard) in Japan, 2016-2017

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) annually awards postdoctoral fellowship to foreign researchers for a period of 12 to 24 months. JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships will be awarded to conduct cooperative research under the guidance of their hosts with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions. All fields of the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences are included under this program. Up to 120 fellowships are awarded for the each recruitment (September 2015 and May 2016). Applications for this program must be submitted to JSPS by a host researcher in Japan through the head of his/her university or institution.

Study Subject(s): All fields of the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences are included under this program.
Course Level: Fellowships are awarded for researchers to conduct under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions.
Scholarship Provider: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
Scholarship can be taken at: Japan

Eligibility: The applicant (host researcher) must be employed full-time or classified as being employed full-time (excluding Jokyo, assistant professor, and Joshu, research assistant) at a research institution that is eligible to apply to MEXT for funding under the Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (MEXT Notification) and must want to host an overseas researcher. Eligible to host institutions include the following: Universities and inter-university research institutes, MEXT-affiliated institutions that conduct scientific research, Technical colleges and other institutions designated by the Minister of MEXT.
Note: Full-time employment classification is determined by the regulations of the host institution.
Candidate (Fellow): Each candidate (fellow) for the Fellowship must:
-Be a citizen of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. (JSPS treats Taiwanese and Palestinian researchers in this manner.)
-Hold a doctorate degree when the Fellowship goes into effect, which must have been received on or after April 2, 2009, or be scheduled to receive a doctorate degree before the Fellowship goes into effect.
-Have arranged in advance a research plan with his/her Japanese host researcher.
Note: Those who have previously been awarded a fellowship under the JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for Foreign Researchers (excluding Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (Short-term) for North American and European Researchers and Summer Program) are not eligible.

Scholarship Open for International Students: International applicants (a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan) can apply for these JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships.

Scholarship Description: The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) carries out programs that provide overseas researchers who have an excellent record of research achievements with an opportunity to conduct collaborative research, discussions, and opinion exchanges with researchers in Japan. These programs are intended to help advance the overseas researchers’ research activities while promoting science and internationalization in Japan. To provide opportunities for young and excellent postdoctoral researchers from other countries to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions. The program allows such researchers to advance their own research while contributing to the progress of research in Japan and the counterpart countries

Number of award(s): For the 1st Recruitment (September 2015) approximately 120 fellowships will be granted. For the 2nd Recruitment (May 2016) approximately 120 fellowships will be granted.

Duration of award(s): Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 to 24 months. Successful candidates must start the Fellowship in Japan during the following periods: For the 1st Recruitment: April 1, 2016– September 30, 2016. For the 2nd Recruitment: September 1, 2016 – November 30, 2016.

What does it cover? The amounts of the Awards indicated below are subject to change for budgetary reasons.
-A round-trip air ticket (based on JSPS regulations)
-A monthly maintenance allowance of ¥362,000
-A settling-in allowance of ¥200,000, Overseas travel accident and sickness insurance coverage, etc.
A Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Tokubetsu Kenkyuin Syoure-hi) of up to ¥1,500,000 per year (total of ¥3,000,000 for two years) is available to cover cooperative research-related expenses. Application for these grants is made by the host researcher through his/her institution.

Selection Criteria: Screening is conducted by JSPS’s selection committee based on the five criteria listed below.
-That the collaboration will contribute to advancing science in Japan and counterpart country.
-That the collaboration can be expected to advance research in the subject field.
-That the applicant (host researcher) and candidate have established contacts in advance and devised a concrete research plan.
-That a suitable space is prepared and facilities arranged at the host institution for the fellow to conduct research during his/her tenure.
-That, as much as possible, preference will not be given to the candidate’s nationality, host institution, or field of specialization. Consideration is given to inviting first-time fellows from a range of countries.

Notification: Notification of the selection results will be made in writing through the head of the applying institution in the following periods: 1st recruitment: recruitment: middle of January 2016; 2nd recruitment: middle of August 2016. Acceptance documents will be sent to the successful candidates. The names of the, host researchers and institutions as well as their research themes are subject to public disclosure on JSPS’s website. Unsuccessful candidates are not directly notified of their selection results. However, applicants (host researchers) will receive a notice of their approximate ranking among all the applications.

How to Apply: Applicants (host researchers) will be required to use JSPS’s web application system to apply for fellowships. Applications for this program must be submitted to JSPS by a host researcher in Japan through the head of his/her university or institution. Foreign postdoctoral researchers wishing to participate in this program are advised to establish contact with a Japanese or foreign-resident researcher in their field and to ask him/her to submit an application. They should make this contact well in advance of the host institution’s application deadline indicated below. The application process is as follows:
-Contact made between candidate and applicant (host researcher)
-Applicant (host researcher) submits an application to institution’s head office
-Office submits application to JSPS
Materials to be submitted: Materials to be prepared by the applicant (host researcher) and submitted to his/her institution
-Application form to be filled in by the host researcher (Form 1)
-Application form to be filled in by the foreign candidate (Form 2)
– A letter of reference/recommendation from the candidate’s current or previous academic supervisor (not from his/her prospective host researcher in Japan)
Note: Only successful candidates will be required to provide a doctoral degree certificate or a copy of their diploma if already received.
Materials to be prepared by the administrative office of the host institution:
-Number of applications
-List of candidates

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline (for host institution): August 31-September4 , 2015 (by 5 p.m. (JST)) 2nd Recruitment: April 26-May 6, 2016.

Note: These deadlines are for the head of the host institution to submit the application to JSPS; the time frames for applicants (host researchers) to submit their applications are normally earlier.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Read more: JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships for Foreign Researchers Scholarship Positions 2015 2016
http://scholarship-positions.com 

Praktikum Public Affairs - Ab sofort

Die ERSTE LESUNG hilft Unternehmen, den Weg durch die politischen Labyrinthe in Brüssel und Berlin zu finden. Unser Aufgabenspektrum umfasst die strategische Beratung und praktische Unterstützung bei Herausforderungen im Bereich der politischen Kommunikation, Medienbeobachtung, Positionierung im politischen Umfeld, sowie Event- und Agenda-Management.

Planst Du ein Praktikum und erwägst dabei Einblicke in die politische Arena in Brüssel und Berlin und eine Public Affairs Agentur zu bekommen? Dann bewirb dich gerne bei uns für ein Praktikum in unserem Büro in Brüssel!

Wir bieten: 

Ein bezahltes Vollzeitpraktikum für 6-12 Monate in Brüssel

Einblicke in die Arbeit einer Public Affairs Agentur

Einblicke in konkrete politische Inhalte und Prozesse in Berlin und Brüssel

Arbeiten in einem jungen und dynamischen Team

Eine sehr gute Arbeitsatmosphäre und enge Einbindung in die tägliche Arbeit

Wir wollen unsere Praktikanten perfekt auf die Arbeitswelt vorbereiten und bieten daher zusätzlich:

Eine durchgehende persönliche Beratung zur eigenen Positionierung auf dem Arbeitsmarkt

Hilfe beim Aufbau eines Netzwerks im gewünschten Karriereumfeld

Ein Heranführen an das politische Protokoll z.B. in Formulierungen und Veranstaltungen

Eine Schulung für die politiknahe Arbeit z.B. Schreiben von inhaltlichen Vermerken und kurzen Reden

Eine Einführung in die die notwendigen IT- und Softwarekenntnisse für die Büroarbeit  

Wir suchen zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt:

Motivierte Studierende zur Unterstützung u.a. in den Bereichen Recherche, Monitoring, politische Analyse und Eventorganisation mit

guter Ausdrucksweise in Wort und Schrift (Deutsch & Englisch fließend)

guten Recherche- und Analysefähigkeiten

guten Kenntnissen der gängigen Office-Produkte (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)

guten Kenntnissen des politischen Systems der Europäischen Union und Bundesrepublik Deutschland

Neugier und Interesse an aktuellen politischen Themen

Weitere Informationen zur ERSTEN LESUNG gibt es hier: http://www.erstelesung.de/

Wenn wir dein Interesse geweckt haben, schick uns deine Bewerbung auf Deutsch mit Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, aktuellem Notenspiegel und Immatrikulationsbescheinigung an Herrn Simon Reiser,  reiser@erstelesung.de

Stagiaire Projet Intersections

Créée en 1992 à Bruxelles, Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) est une ONG internationale spécialisée dans la défense des droits humains et l’accès à la justice. Nous avons des bureaux permanents dans plusieurs pays (Burundi, République Démocratique du Congo, Maroc, Ouganda, République Centrafricaine, Tanzanie, Tunisie et Tchad). Nos activités dans ces pays se divisent en 3 axes : provision de services d’aide juridique ; renforcement des capacités (formation) ; plaidoyer (lobbying). Plus d’infos sur www.asf.be.

ASF et la justice internationale

Dans le cadre de son programme Justice internationale et droits de l’Homme, ASF cherche à contribuer à la lutte contre l’impunité pour les crimes internationaux, à la restauration de la dignité des victimes grâce à leur participation aux procès, à la promotion du respect des droits de la défense, et à la reconstruction des systèmes de justice nationaux.

ASF mène entre autres un projet intitulé INTERSECTIONS, dont l’objectif  est de contribuer à la pleine mise en œuvre des principes du Statut de Rome, en renforçant l’accès à la justice en RD Congo, en Ouganda, au Burundi, au Népal, au Guatemala et en Colombie. Plus d’infos sur le site ASF

Lancée fin 2014, une large campagne de communication dans le cadre de ce projet vise à la fois le public européen et le public dans les six pays concernés. Des outils de visibilité spécifiques ont été développés pour chaque pays du projet. En Europe, la campagne a entre autres la forme d’un site internet Road to Justice rassemblant des témoignages de différents acteurs de terrain en justice internationale, et d’un spot télévisé. Les réseaux sociaux sont  également mobilisés, et nécessitent un travail de suivi et d’activation régulier.

Description du stage

Horaire du stage : 4 jours par semaine.

Durée: 4 mois à partir du 13 octobre 2015

Objectif de la fonction : appuyer la promotion du projet INTERSECTIONS, essentiellement en activant la communication en ligne, en diffusant régulièrement des actualités liées au projet ASF, aux contextes (pays) liés au projet et  à la justice internationale (JI) en général.

Tâches principales :

Recherche et tri des informations sur la JI (source : activités sur le terrain, actualités média, développement au niveau de la Cour Pénale Internationale…) ; 

Mise à jour du site internet et des réseaux sociaux du projet : rédaction des articles et posts, gestion des traductions, mise en ligne et diffusion ;

Développement de la visibilité en ligne du projet (ex. blog, forums…) ;

Suivi des relations avec les équipes de terrain d’ASF et de ses partenaires, sous la supervision du Coordinateur de projet ;

Suivi général.

Le/a stagiaire travaillera sous la supervision de l’équipe Communication, en coordination avec l’équipe Justice Internationale. 

Profil recherché

Le/la candidat/e idéal/e :

Est diplômé/e (niveau universitaire) en droit international pénal, droits de l’Homme, sciences politiques, ou en Communication;

A de solides connaissances en matière de justice internationale, voire une expérience similaire préalable dans le domaine ;

A une pratique des réseaux sociaux, et de manière générale, une pratique en techniques de communication journalisme/community manager (capacités rédactionnelles, recherches et traitement d’informations, sensibilité aux supports photos…) ;

Est à l’aise avec l’outil informatique (Wordpress…) ;

A de bonnes capacités organisationnelles, étant donné la diversité des sources d’information ;

Est attentif/ve au travail de qualité (sens du détail et de précision);

A un intérêt pour les droits humains et pour les problématiques liées aux pays en développement, et à la justice pénale internationale et transitionnelle ;

A les capacités linguistiques suivantes : français (langue maternelle) et anglais; la connaissance de l’espagnol est vivement souhaitée ;

Peut travailler en autonomie, dans un cadre d’équipe.

Nous offrons

La possibilité de développer une expérience variée au sein d’une ONG professionnelle et internationale.

Une indemnité forfaitaire de € 8 par jour presté, pour couvrir les frais de lunch et de transports en commun locaux.

Une intervention dans les frais de déplacement quotidien pour les stagiaires habitant hors de Bruxelles.

Pour postuler

Veuillez envoyer les éléments suivants à l’adresse e-mail communication@asf.be, en précisant la référence « Stagiaire Intersections » : CV + lettre de motivation + dates de disponibilité avant le 18 septembre 2015.

Les tests et entretiens auront lieu à partir du 21 septembre 2015.

Seul/es les candidat/s sélectionné/es pour les entretiens seront contacté/es.
Retrouvez l'offre de stage complète ici

Energy for Development – 3 Interns For Eschborn or Brussels

Deadline: 8 September 2015
Open to: young people aged between 20-30 years with academic background in political science, economics, development studies, environmental studies, engineering, or similar
Remuneration: EUR 1,463 (gross pay)

Description

The EU Energy Initiative – Partnership Dialogue Facility (EUEI PDF) is an instrument developed by a number of EU Member States and the European Commission in the context of the EU Energy Initiative (EUEI).

The overall objective of the EUEI PDF is to support the development of policies and strategies for the promotion of access to energy at national and regional level. These are based on dialogue within and between partner countries, their regional organisations, EU member states and the European Commission. Beyond that, EUEI PDF also acts as a secretariat to the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) and as one of the implementers of the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP). EUEI PDF is looking for 3 interns in their offices in Brussels, Belgium and Eschborn, Germany.

Your tasks:

Support the EUEI PDF project managers and the Brussels liaison officer respectively in their day-to-day business;

Support in research and analysis related to energy policy, private sector cooperation and capacity development for energy with a focus on Africa;

Assist with the organisation of meetings and EUEI PDF events or presentations, including planning and logistics;

Assistance in the development of documents, publications and communication materials;

Support in the process of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership, for which the EUEI PDF acts as a Secretariat;

In Brussels: Participate in internal and external meetings and energy-related events taking place in Brussels;

In Eschborn: Support in the preparation and implementation of thematic studies (e.g. on biomass or other renewable energies);

Independent development of own thematic contributions for internal and external communication of the EUEI PDF;

Assistance in and/or carrying out of other activities and tasks, as assigned by EUEI PDF staff.

There are 3 possible employment periods:

01.10.2015 – 31.03.2016 (Eschborn, Germany 1);

01.03.2016 – 31.05.2016 (Brussels / with the option to extend the internship up to six months);

01.03.2016 – 31.08.2016 (Eschborn, Germany 2).

Eligibility

Qualifications and Competencies: 

Young people aged between 20-30 years;

Academic background in political science, economics, development studies, environmental studies, engineering, or similar;

Professional/academic experience with energy;

Languages: English must; French and German an asset;

You are only allowed to apply for this internship, if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago;

Very good interpersonal, communication, and team skills.

Remuneration

Interns will receive approximately EUR 1,463 per month (gross pay) in Germany. EUEI PDF will pay a lump sum depending on the country and the duration of the internship.

How to apply?

In order to apply you first need to register and access the online application form. Deadline for applying is 8 September 2015.

If you have any questions please write e-mail at info@euei-pdf.org.

For more information please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2015/08/26/energy-for-development-3-interns-for-eschborn-or-brussels/#ixzz3jw3Dkk5F

Junior Researcher (Middle East Team)

Junior Researcher

The Centre for Geopolitics & Security in Realism Studies (CGSRS) is a London-based NGO. We are looking for talented Junior Researchers to join our Middle East team.

Please note: at this stage, the position is unpaid.

CGSRS aims to promote international relations (IR) from a realist perspective. We would like to explain current and emerging global/regional conflicts with realist theories, giving our audience an alternate source to mainstream ideas.

In the near future we would like to open 2 offices; one in London and another in Budapest. Further, we are aiming to offer financial compensation to our contributors. Until then we are able to offer the following:

A chance to publish in electronic and/or print format

Participation in our events, networking with IR scholars and practitioners 

Organizing events, conferences, and panels. Innovative ideas will be backed by the organization

CGSRS is a new organization, so you have a chance to shape its future 

An opportunity to work with an international team

Qualifications

Graduate student or recent Masters’ degree recipient in International Relations or Political Science preferred, although any related academic area of study will also be considered

Demonstrable academic interest in the Middle East

Experience in conducting supervised or independent primary and secondary research

Excellent analytical and writing skills

Academic English and another foreign language, preferably Arabic. (French, Farsi, Urdu, Dari and Pashto are also useful for this position)

Enthusiasm and interest in academic research

Application instructions

Please send a CV, cover letter and writing sample (up to 5 pages) on any relevant topic related to the Middle East to Hirah Azhar

International Cooperation Policy Fellowship

SOLIDAR is looking for a young and dynamic candidate to join our team in Brussels as anInternational Cooperation Policy Fellow.

Key tasks:

Within SOLIDAR's International Cooperation Policy Fellowship programme, the candidate will have the opportunity to monitor the social impacts of the European Neighborhood Policy (ENP) on the Middle East and North Africa region and EU Development Cooperation Programmes in selected developing countries. Within this framework, the candidate will closely work with SOLIDAR members and Partners from the region to develop Social Protection monitoring reports, and will substantially contribute to monitoring the improvement of the social dimension of the EU foreign policy, as well as development cooperation policy.

During the program, fellows will be expected to make substantive contributions to:

1. Monitoring of EU policy impact with SOLIDAR members and partners.

2. Developing policy and monitoring reports within EU Members States and neighboring countries.

3. Organizing visibility and advocacy initiatives presenting the findings of the policy monitoring process.

Key skills and competences:

Fluency in English language (written and spoken)

Fluency in French language (written and spoken)

Working knowledge of Arabic is an asset

Proven working knowledge of European Neighborhood Policy (ENP) and/or EU Development Cooperation Policy, and of EU decision-making processes.

Previous experience in developing policy analysis and proven ability to write briefing papers and reports

Field experience in developing countries is an asset.

How to apply?

Please send your CV and cover letter to mabel.grossi@solidar.org by Friday 28th August. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.

Please note that preference will be given to candidates that are currently enrolled in their last year of Master programme/recent graduates/grants holders.

Practical details: This is a paid position. The candidate is available to join us as soon as possible, for a period of three months.