UAE Government IRENA Scholarship Programme for International Students, 2018

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17th October 2017

Deadline: October 31, 2017.

This two-year scholarship funded by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is targeted to aspiring Master’s students with a desire to work in the field of renewable energy and contribute to the implementation of IRENA’s mandate.

Up to 20 highly-accomplished applicants are awarded this scholarship at Masdar Institute every year, with the generous support of the Government of the United Arab Emirates.

Scholarship students may study in any one of the nine Master’s degree programs offered at Masdar Institute and will profit from the interaction with IRENA experts.

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is now accepting applications for IRENA scholarship programme available for international students. Up to 20 highly-accomplished applicants are annually awarded an IRENA scholarship at the Abu Dhabi based Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MI), with the generous support of the Government of the United Arab Emirates.

Masdar Institute of Science and Technology is the world’s first graduate-level university dedicated to providing real-world solutions to issues of sustainability. The Institute’s goal is to become a world-class research-driven graduate-level university, focusing on advanced energy and sustainable technologies.

Eligibility/Criteria:

All graduate and foundation year students enrolled at the Masdar Institute can also apply to the IRENA scholarship programme through the online Masdar Institute application process or after arrival at Masdar Institute. Successful applicants gain access to the IRENA lecture programme, short term assignments with IRENA, the possibility of first-hand experience with IRENA through an internship and the opportunity to network.

Nationality: International students can apply for this IRENA scholarship programme.

Admission Requirement

For Msc:

Applicants must have a relevant undergraduate degree in science, engineering or IT from a recognized and accredited university

For Doctoral:

Applicants must have a relevant undergraduate and Master’s degree in science, engineering or IT from a recognized and accredited university.

English language/ Test Requirements:

Applicants must have a minimum GRE Quantitative score of 155 (700 on the old scale)*. A minimum TOEFL score of 91 (iBT)) or equivalent paper/computer based scores, or a minimum academic IELTS score of 6.5. The general Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required. Please check www.ets.org for information on the GRE or TOEFL exams and availability at their location. The ETS institutional GRE code for Masdar Institute is 3870. Only the GRE General test is required. The ETS institutional TOEFL code for Masdar Institute is 5786.
The IRENA Scholarship benefits include the following:

100% of all tuition fees
All required textbooks
A laptop
Housing
Monthly stipend
Health insurance
Annual return ticket home (if applicable)
Possibility for first-hand experience with IRENA through an internship
Excellent networking potential
Exclusive access to the IRENA Lecture Program

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Junior Fellows Internship Programme Office of the Rector UN University Tokyo 2018

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Odewale Abayomi

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16th October 2017

Deadline: October 29, 2017

The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo. Junior Fellows are recruited through a competitive application process twice per year. Graduate students interested in the work of the United Nations — and in particular, UNU — are encouraged to apply.

The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole. The programme provides opportunities for the development of new skills and knowledge and is a unique and constructive setting for the practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.

The programme places a strong emphasis on the training, guidance, and hands-on experience that form the foundation of a successful and beneficial internship. The programme opens with a one-week orientation designed to familiarize junior fellows with UNU, their co-workers, facilities and the working processes within the Office of the Rector. The knowledge and practical experience gained will also be beneficial to those candidates seeking a career in the United Nations. Junior fellows at the Office of the Rector can expect to gain valuable work experience while contributing in meaningful ways to UNU’s mission.

Purpose

The purpose of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector is:

to promote interaction and dialogue between young scholars, professionals and UNU;
to familiarize junior fellows with the activities of the Office of the Rector and the work of UNU;
to provide opportunities for young professionals to gain in-depth, hands-on experience in a UN agency;
to expose young professionals to an administrative working environment, and;
to provide support to activities within the Office of the Rector.

Working Conditions/Benefits

Junior Fellows work full time during the regular working hours of the University: 9:30–17:30, Monday to Friday. Weekends and official UNU holidays are days off. In addition, Junior Fellows are entitled to 1 day of leave per month.

Junior Fellows are provided office space and facilities, as appropriate for their work, and are provided a monthly stipend in addition to a fixed transportation allowance for their commute to and from the UNU headquarters building.

Junior Fellows also enjoy free access to the headquarters’ library and gym and have the unique opportunity to learn about, contribute to and provide assistance in the organization of conferences, lectures and academic forums and symposiums that take place throughout the year.

Work Assignments

Participants in this programme have the opportunity to engage in a number of ongoing initiatives that provide a unique window into the working processes of the University. Junior Fellows support the work of the Office of the Rector in the following areas:

Research and writing for institutional development: preparation of executive briefs on priority issues; background research and drafting of topical information briefs in support of internal policy development (i.e. related to the functioning of the University);

Planning: supporting the development of project management tools and systems;

Event coordination: supporting the organization of lectures, conferences, workshops, and other public events;

Meeting coordination: logistical support and minute taking;

Editorial support: proof-reading reports and copy editing;

Communication: preparation and dissemination of newsletters, event summaries, and other communication documents.
Criteria

The qualifications that are considered in each application process include, but are not limited to, the following. The candidate:

Is currently pursuing or has recently completed postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University’s work;
Is under 32 years of age at the time of application;
Must not have more than 5 years of work experience in their related field;
Has a native or near fluent command of written and spoken English;
Has excellent research, writing and analytical skills;
Can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;
Demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;
Has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, knowledge of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.); and
Has a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and more specifically, in the work of the United Nations University.

Application Procedure/Application Process

The application process is conducted in two stages. Instructions for each stage are detailed below. Any application that does not comply with the information provided on this page will not be considered.

Stage 1
The first stage of the application process is designed to measure the applicant’s motivation and background and assess how the applicant’s qualifications meet the criteria for selection. Stage 1 requires submission of the documents listed below (a-e).

Documents

a) Application form — Download and complete the application form. The form may be completed using MS Word or printed and filled in by hand.

b) Cover letter — Address your letter to the attention of the Office of the Rector Internship Committee. Your cover letter

should not be longer than one single-sided page and should include the following:

i. your motivations for applying to the programme;

ii. how you feel you may contribute to the work being done at the Office of the Rector;

iii. how this programme relates to your future career goals.

c) Résumé or c.v. — Provide detailed descriptions of education history, work history, and leadership or extracurricular activities. Your résumé or c.v. may not exceed two single-sided pages .

d) Two letters of recommendation — Arrange for two letters of recommendation from referees who are familiar with your character and who have agreed to write a recommendation on your behalf. UNU reserves the right to contact your referees.

Certain candidates may have difficulty obtaining academic references and it may be more appropriate to get references from professionals or supervisors. Of the two referees issuing letters of recommendation, it is expected that at least one is a professor acquainted with your academic abilities. Referees should not be family members or friends. See the “How to submit” section below on the rules governing the submission of letters of recommendation.

e) Funding plan — Download and complete the “Funding plan”, outlining the source, amount, and duration of actual and/or projected funding while in Tokyo. Visit the FAQ page for information on financial assistance and average monthly expenses for living in Tokyo.

f) Language certification — Applicants must provide certification in English if they do not meet either of the two following criteria:

i. the applicant’s native language is English, or

ii. the applicant completed an undergraduate programme or is enrolled in a graduate program with English as the medium of instruction.

How to submit

Documents (a), (b), (c), (e) and, where applicable, (f) should be submitted together by the applicant in one of the following methods:

1. For electronic submissions, e-mail the Office of the Rector Internship Committee at [email protected] [with the subject line “Internship Application – (Applicant’s Name)”]. Attach a copy of the completed application form, your cover letter, résumé or c.v., funding form and language certification (where applicable). Electronic submissions must be sent no later than 11:59 p.m. (Tokyo time) on the day of the deadline as specified for the period of application.

2. For hard copy submissions, mail documents to the address indicated on the form. All application documents must be received by the Internship Committee by the application deadline.

Letters of recommendation (d) must be submitted in one of the following ways:

1. For electronic submissions, the referee e-mails the completed Recommendation Form and an attached reference letter to the Office of the Rector Internship Committee [subject line: “Letter of Recommendation for (Applicant’s Name)”]. The e-mail must come from an institutional address. Reference letters from public e-mail providers (e.g. Hotmail, Google, etc.) will not be accepted.

2. The referee prepares hard copies of the signed and completed Recommendation Form and the letter of recommendation on institutional letterhead in a sealed and stamped official company or school envelope. This envelope may be submitted by the applicant along with other application materials or sent directly to the Office of the Rector Internship Committee at the address indicated on the Recommendation Form.

Stage 2

The second and final stage consists of a telephone or Skype interview that will be arranged in advance with each applicant. The purpose of the interview is to help the Internship Committee better understand the applicant’s motivations, expectations, and goals vis-à-vis participation in the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector. The interview will also assess the applicant’s communication skills, interpersonal skills and proficiency in English. Further details and an appointment schedule will be provided at the closing of Stage 1.

Acceptance

Successful applicants will be required to sign an Agreement Form that will act as the working contract between the junior fellow and the Office of the Rector for the duration of the internship. This form will be mailed to those selected to join the programme. A signed and dated form must be returned to the Office of the Rector in order for the application to be complete. Once completed, the selected applicants will begin their application for a Japanese visa.

CONTACT

Mr. Rachad Nassar

Office of the Rector

United Nations University

5-53-70 Jingumae

Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Japan 150-8925

T: +81 3 5467-1212

E-mail: [email protected]
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Programme Brochure

ROJF Programme Brochure (586.9 KB PDF)

Application forms

Funding form (138.0 KB DOC)

Recommendation form (65.5 KB DOC)

Application form (539.0 KB DOC)

Selected applicants

Agreement form (63.5 KB DOC)

Technical Trainee Recruitment at British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN)

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Odewale Abayomi

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16th October 2017

Deadline: 29th October, 2017.

British American Tobacco has had an operational presence in Nigeria since 1912. The Group held a 60% shareholding value in the Nigerian Tobacco Company (NTC) while a 40% shareholding value was held by the Nigerian Government. By 1978, there were three operating factories located at Ibadan, Port-Harcourt and Zaria.

In 2002, British American Tobacco Nigeria took a decision to localise the manufacture of our brands with a subsequent improvement in product quality and freshness. Our international brands which were previously imported – such as Benson and Hedges, St. Moritz, Rothmans, Consulate, London, Pall Mall and Royal Standard – are now produced in Nigeria.

British American Tobacco (Nigeria) Limited was incorporated on July 11, 2000 and subsequently merged with the Nigerian Tobacco Company on November 6 of the same year. The company is a fully owned subsidiary of the British American Tobacco Group.

On September 24, 2001 the Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Government of Nigeria for an investment of $150 million to build a state-of-the-art-factory in Ibadan, Oyo State. The investment started a process that has impacted all aspects of the tobacco industry, from leaf growing, through to the manufacture and distribution of tobacco products.

Our people – both past and present – are part of our history, part of who we are today and are an essential part of our future.We attract and retain experienced managers and graduate trainees who look forward to a challenging and rewarding career. The company’s employment policies include a commitment to equal opportunity, which eschews any form of discrimination, ethnic or religious bias.

Employees in BAT Nigeria are exposed to a whole range of International assignments which is a critical developmental channel. This is aimed at ensuring our managers are able to gain exposure, share and implement global best practice in their respective locations
Job Title: Technical Trainee

Job number: 17542BR

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Appointment type: Fixed term

Slot: 24

Job Purpose and Key Deliverables

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for 24 Technical Trainees(s) to join our team in Ibadan, in the Production department.

The job purpose is to provide technical support to the Secondary to achieve production targets by ensuring continuous and cost effective operation of machinery through:

Minimization of unplanned machine related down time

Minimization of raw materials, finished and semi finished product waste

Optimization of spare parts and consumables usage

Implementation and execution of preventative and curative maintenance plan

Main Responsibilites

Minimising risk by ensuring compliance with BAT, EH&S and local standards

Ensuring that planed volumes and mixes for the shift are achieved

Carrying out repairs, settings and adjustments in order to ensure high quality product and optimum machine performance.Monitoring and reviewing of machinery performance for safety, out put, down time, quality and waste in order to draw and execute action plans for the correction of deviations.

Optimise machine performance by proactively executing daily and weekly maintenance according to BAT prescribed policies and procedures.

Reducing cost by optimizing the usage of machine consumables and spare parts.

Ensuring that production administration and quality procedures are continuously followed

Relief Operators and other PTs(APTs) whenever necessary .
Execution of brand/size/format changeover in the most efficient manner.

Execute stock taking as prescribed to ensure accurate figures for production planning.

Execute materials tests in order to ensure that standards will be met in future.

Essential Requirements

Basic technical knowledge

Technical diploma

Intermediate level of English

Availability to work in shifts

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Google Graduate Business Internship Programme 2018

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Odewale Abayomi

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16th October 2017

Deadline: 12 November 2017, 11:59pm GMT.

About the program:

Interns at Google bring questions and build answers. We offer a range of internships across EMEA and durations and start dates vary according to a project and location. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and our recruitment team will determine where you fit best based on your resume.

Business Internships are typically offered in the following business areas:

GMS Sales and Operations: When our millions of advertisers and publishers are happy, so are we! Our Google Marketing Solutions (GMS) team of entrepreneurial, enthusiastic and client-focused members are the “human face” of Google, helping entrepreneurs both individually and broadly build their online presence and grow their businesses. We are dedicated to growing the unique needs of advertising companies. Our teams of strategists, analysts, advisers and support specialists collaborate closely to spot and analyze customer needs and trends. Together, we create and implement business plans broadly for every type of businesses.

Large Customer Sales: Our Large Customer Sales teams partner closely with many of the world’s biggest advertisers and agencies to develop digital solutions that build strong businesses and brands. We enjoy a bird’s eye view on the massive transformation occurring as advertising shifts to mobile and online platforms. We’re uniquely situated to help shape how companies grow their businesses in the digital age. We advise clients on Google’s broad range of products across search, video and mobile to help them connect instantly and seamlessly with their audiences.

Google Cloud: Google Cloud helps millions of employees and organizations empower their employees, serve their customers, and build what’s next for their business — all with technology built in the cloud. Our products are engineered for security, reliability and scalability, running the full stack from infrastructure to applications to devices and hardware. And our teams are dedicated to helping our customers — developers, small and large businesses, educational institutions and government agencies — see the benefits of our technology come to life.

Marketing: Know the user. Know the magic. Connect the two. At its core, marketing at Google starts with technology and ends with the user, bringing both together in unconventional ways. Our job is to demonstrate how Google’s products solve the world’s problems–from the everyday to the epic, from the mundane to the monumental. And we approach marketing in a way that only Google can–changing the game, redefining the medium, making the user the priority, and ultimately, letting the technology speak for itself.

The idea for Gmail began with 1 Googler. Today it has more than 425 million users and counting.

At Google, one Googler can make a huge impact, and it’s no different with our interns–they are key players in our daily innovation. As an intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work on projects core to Google’s business, whether it be Sales, Google Cloud or Marketing. Our intern recruitment team will determine where you fit best based on your CV and the preferences you indicate on the application form.

Our internships expose you to the technology industry, as well as provide opportunities for personal and professional development. From being challenged, to collaborating with a team, join our team to make an impact.
Responsibilities

Responsibilities and detailed projects will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Qualifications (Minimum qualifications) :

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program and maintaining student status throughout the internship. Priority is given to students graduating end of 2018 or in 2019 so please include your graduation date on your resume.
Returning to education on a full-time basis upon completing the internship.
Ability to commit to a minimum of 10 weeks and up to 6 months at Google.

Preferred qualifications:

Previous internship experience in Sales, Advertising, Consulting, Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing or related fields.

Note:

By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: Prague, Czechia; Brussels, Belgium; Wrocław, Poland; Paris, France; Moscow, Russia; Oslo, Norway; Athens, Greece; Nairobi, Kenya; Warsaw, Poland; Bratislava, Slovakia; Munich, Germany; Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy; Vienna, Austria; Helsinki, Finland; Bucharest, Romania; Vilnius, Lithuania; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Dubai – United Arab Emirates; Hamburg, Germany; Zürich, Switzerland; Istanbul, Turkey; Kiev, Ukraine, 02000; Stockholm, Sweden; Madrid, Spain; Zagreb, Croatia; Lagos, Nigeria; Johannesburg, South Africa; Budapest, Hungary; Lisbon, Portugal; Copenhagen, Denmark

Our team will review applications on a rolling basis. All hiring will be complete by the end of May 2018. Thank you for your patience while we consider your application.

Duration and start date of internship vary depending on the position.

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Trudeau Foundation Fellowship for Canadian and International Applicants in Canada, 2018

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Odewale Abayomi

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15th October 2017

Deadline: 4 December 2017 11:59 p.m. (PST)

The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation fellowship offers sustained support to intellectuals who are recognized for their productivity, their commitment to communicating their findings to the public, and their ability to imagine innovative solutions to some of the major issues facing society.

Each year, up to five fellows are appointed by the Foundation, namely Canadian researchers in the “General” category and researchers who are not affiliated to an university in the “Visiting” category. Foundation fellows are active in a field of the humanities and social science that touches on one or more of the Foundation’s four themes.

Regular fellowship

Candidates to the regular Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation fellowship are researchers who have set themselves apart through their capacity to propose creative solutions to important issues and their ability to inform public debate beyond the academic sphere.
Visiting fellowship

The Foundation can award one fellowship per year to a visiting fellow. The regular Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation fellowship’s criteria of excellence and engagement also apply to the visiting fellowship. However, the visiting fellow’s affiliation to the host institution is different: the selected candidate is invited to take part in the host university’s activities for a residency period of approximately one year in the course of the three-year fellowship tenure.

In 2015, a total of 49 candidates were nominated by 250 institutions and community members.

Five fellows were selected by an independent panel.

The Foundation has awarded a total of 58 fellowships to date.

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation fellows are appointed for life.
Benefits/Awards

The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation fellowships provide:

Support from an outstanding community of scholars, fellows and mentors, and opportunities for interaction with 350 leaders and personalities in every sector of the humanities and social sciences;

Involvement in lively exchanges with other researchers and policy makers;

The opportunity to contribute to public dialogue and share innovative ideas at events organized by or in conjunction with the Foundation;

A $150,000 allowance over three years for research, travel and networking;

A $50,000 award;

A $25,000 allowance to cover the cost of participation in Foundation events.

Eligibility

Researchers active in a field of the humanities and social sciences related to one or more of the Foundation’s four themes; and

Canadian citizens or permanent residents, or citizens of foreign countries legally allowed to reside in Canada for the funding period; and

Fields of research
Humanities and social sciences, and specifically one or more of the following themes:
Human Rights and Dignity

Researchers affiliated or who will be affiliated during fellowships with an university that grants doctoral degrees.

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by a Canadian university or a Foundation fellow, mentor or scholar.

Selection process

When nominations close, the Foundation fellows are selected through a rigorous selection process that involves the following steps:
The file review and selection process takes place from December to April and may include an interview stage.

The Application and Nomination Review Committee approves the recommended applications.

The Foundation Board of Directors gives final approval.

Evaluation criteria

Fellow project (required for the regular fellowship and optional for the visiting fellowship)

Commitment to engage with the Foundation community of scholars, mentors and fellows

Communication and engagement

Leadership and innovation

Productivity

Contact

Program Lead: Sarah Saublet

Program Officer, Fellowships

Program Officer, Fellowships and Mentorships

T. 514 938-0001, extension 228

[email protected]

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Water JPI 2017 Joint Call: Water Research and Project Funding

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Odewale Abayomi

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15th October 2017

Deadline : 11 December 2017

The Coordination and Support Action, IC4WATER was launched in January 2017 in support of the Water JPI, and is funded by the European Commission under H2020. IC4WATER aims to implement Joint Activities in a dedicated effort to reinforce international cooperation in the area of water challenges, and to further support the implementation and the strategy of the Water JPI.

IC4WATER focuses in particular on the UN Sustainable Development Goals ( UN SDGs ) related to water challenges for implementing the Water JPI Strategic Research & Innovation Agenda (SRIA 2.0 ). It will be implemented through a Joint Call for transnational collaborative projects on research and innovation to support the implementation of water policies. IC4WATER aims to develop new governance and knowledge management approaches by:

Developing new approaches and tools for water management aimed at setting up innovative alternatives suitable for decision-making.

Envisaging education and communication initiatives to raise social awareness of consumption habits and water scarcity and to increase the levels of social acceptance and use of recycled water.

IC4WATER will benefit researchers, policy-makers, water authorities, utility operators, industry and citizens by developing research and innovation in the water area.

Scope of the 2017 Joint Transnational Call funded under IC4WATER

Proposals are invited on the topic “Water resource management in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals”, organised around two challenges:

Multiple pressure effects on ecosystems and ecosystem services as well as effective mitigation – adaptation tools and assessments for implementing the water related targets of the UN SDGs.

Developing accessible solutions for clean water management to address UN SDG6 targets and associated SDGs.

The Water JPI 2017 Joint Call will be funded by 12 Funding Partner Organisations from 12 countries.

This Call is for collaborative transnational research proposals. Consortia should include a minimum of 3 partners from 3 different participating countries.

Researchers from other countries can also participate at their own costs (commitment needed for being associated to a consortium applying to the Water JPI 2017 Joint Call).

Planned Timeframe

Opening of the 2017 Joint Call – 10 October 2017
1st stage – Deadline for submission of pre-proposals: 11 December 2017, 17h00 (CET)
2nd stage – Deadline for submission of full proposals: 27 April 2018, 17h00 (CET)

More information

IC4WATER Call Secretariat:

Johannes Holmen – Research Council of Norway

[email protected]

CALL DOCUMENTATION

I. Call pre-announcement

II. Call announcement (includes detailed information on the aim and scope of the Joint Call, eligibility criteria, funds…)

III. National/Regional regulations (contains detailed information from all Funding Partner Organisations participating in the Call)

IV. Pre-Proposal template (word )

V. Budget table template

Eligibility:

Only proposals submitted by transnational consortia will be eligible;

Each consortium must be composed of at least a minimum of three eligible partners that request funding from participating Funding Partner Organisations from three different countries;

Proposals must be submitted by Universities and other higher

education institutions, public research institutions, private non-profit organisations, and private companies, according to National Regulations. The relevant National/Regional participation rules apply to each partner in relation to the corresponding Funding Partner Organisation (FPO).

Proposals must meet all the formal criteria (submitted electronically, respect page limits and number/type of attachments allowed, written in English language);

Topics of the proposals must be fully relevant to the scope of the call;

The requested total budget cannot exceed 1.5 M€ (per proposal);

Duration of projects must range between 24 to 36 months.

A Consortium Coordinator can only participate in the proposal he/she is coordinating (i.e. if the principal investigator is the coordinator of a proposal, he/she cannot participate in any other proposal, neither as a coordinator nor as a partner);

The Consortium Coordinator must be eligible to be funded by one of the Funding Partner Organisations;

Researchers from the Funding Partner Organisations cannot apply to this call.

Researchers from other countries can also participate at their own costs (commitment needed for being associated to a consortium applying to the Water JPI 2017 Joint Call).

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Community Solutions Program (United States)2018 Fully Funded

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Odewale Abayomi

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14th October 2017

Deadline: October 31, 2017, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

IREX is currently accepting applications for the 2018–2019 Community Solutions Program (CSP).

The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a year-long professional development program for people who are working to improve their communities by addressing issues related to the environment, tolerance and conflict resolution, transparency and accountability, and women and gender.

For 2018–2019, up to 100 community activists will be selected to participate in the program, which includes:

Four-month Fellowship in the United States: Community Solutions fellows are matched to host organizations throughout the US where they complete a four-month, hands-on professional experience.

Community Leadership Institute: Community Solutions fellows participate in the Community Leadership Institute, a leadership training program designed to strengthen their leadership and management skills. The Institute includes face-to-face trainings, online courses, professional coaching, and networking.

Community-based initiatives: While in the US and with the help of their US host organization, Community Solutions fellows design and plan a community development initiative or project to carry out after they return home. Once the fellows depart the US, they put these projects into action in their home communities.

Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online at https://oas.irex.org/csp by October 31, 2017, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Applications that are mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to IREX will not be accepted.
Detailed application instructions can be downloaded by the link below. Please review the program requirements prior to starting an application to ensure that you are eligible. Please note that eligibility requirements are determined by the US Department of State and exceptions cannot be made. If, after reviewing the application instructions, you have additional questions, please e-mail [email protected].

Financial Support

The program covers the cost of most expenses associated with:
J-1 visa support;
Round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the US;
Monthly allowance to cover housing, meals, and other living expenses while in the US; and
Accident and sickness insurance.

Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Community Solutions Program, applicants must meet the requirements listed below. Applications that do not meet these eligibility requirements will be disqualified and will not be reviewed by the selection committee.

You are between the ages of 25 and 38 as of January 1, 2018;
You are a citizen of one of the eligible countries listed below;

Eligible countries by region

Africa:

Botswana, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

East Asia and the Pacific:

Burma, Cambodia, Federated States of Micronesia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.

Europe:

Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey, and Ukraine.

Middle East and North Africa:

Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, and West Bank/Palestinian Territories.
South and Central Asia:

Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
Western Hemisphere:

Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Jamaica, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay.

You are living and working in your home country;

Individuals with refugee status working on behalf of their home community may be given special consideration.

You have at least two years of experience working on community development, either as a full-time or part-time employee or volunteer;

You are not currently participating in an academic, training, or research program in the US;

You have a high level of proficiency in spoken and written English at the time of application;

Semifinalists will be required to take or submit recent scores for a TOEFL or IELTS English language test.

You are available to travel to the US for four months from August to December 2018;

You are not a citizen or permanent resident of the US and have not applied for US permanent residency within the past three years;

You are eligible to receive a US J-1 visa;

Applicants who have participated in an exchange program sponsored by the US Government must have fulfilled their two-year home residency requirement.

You are committed to returning to your home country for a minimum of two years after completing the program; and

You are not a current IREX employee or consultant, or their immediate family member.

Apply: Begin your online application by clicking here
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Disability Rights Scholarship Program 2018

By

Odewale Abayomi

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14th October 2017

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2018 William Blair Investment Banking Internship UK

By

Odewale Abayomi

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13th October 2017

Deadline: April 30, 2018

William Blair is a global investment banking and asset management firm. We are committed to building enduring relationships with our clients and providing expertise and solutions to meet their evolving needs. An independent and employee-owned firm, William Blair is based in Chicago, with offices in 10 cities worldwide. For more information, please visit williamblair.com
Our M&A advisory practice offers comprehensive financial advisory services and expert guidance. We serve buyers and sellers by providing in-depth financial and strategic analysis, identifying transaction partners, developing creative deal structures, and negotiating complex transaction terms.

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are offering talented students and recent graduates an exciting opportunity to work in the demanding field of Investment Banking (Mergers & Acquisitions) throughout the year.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right applicant to become an integral part of our team, gaining a better understanding of what working in an international investment bank entails and getting to know William Blair as a potential future employer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Our people are our most valuable asset and we have high expectations of our applicants. The requirements for this role include:

Exceptional academic credentials, with a degree qualification (completed or on-going) from a top tier institution.

Strong analytical and communication skills.

Ability to work well under pressure with attention to detail.

High level of motivation and ability to work in a team.

Good proficiency with MS-Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel

Fluency in English.

Additional European language skills preferable but not a pre-requisite.

Practical experience in Mergers & Acquisitions or related investment banking experience beneficial but not a pre- requisite.

Benefits:

Identifying potential M&A and financing situations.
Preparing in-depth valuations and other financial analyses.
Preparing client documentation for winning business.
Assisting deal teams in live transactions.

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Sony ZEISS Photography Award 2018 “Seeing Beyond – Untold Stories”

By

Odewale Abayomi

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13th October 2017

Deadline: February 6, 2018 .
The ZEISS Photography Award is now in its third year – and is calling on ambitious photographers from across the globe to present their work around the theme “Seeing Beyond – Untold Stories” to the international jury of experts. The focus of the photo series should be on stories that have not yet been told (or have not yet been told to the end). The theme “Untold Stories” can and should be understood in the broadest sense – the works can examine the familiar from a new perspective or cover topics that have not received much attention up until now. The goal is for photographers to push the creative boundaries and surpass themselves photographically.

The ZEISS Photography Award is jointly organized by ZEISS and the World Photography Organisation. Last year, around 4,700 photographers from 132 countries submitted more than 31,000 photos.

Photographers are asked to submit a series of 5 – 10 images, including a description of the images, online.
The 2018 brief

“Seeing Beyond – Untold Stories” requires photographers to present a strong series of 5-10 images that look beyond the ordinary and every day. “Untold Stories” is intended to be understood in its broadest sense – the work could explore a familiar theme told from a different perspective or it could address an issue that has previously had little attention. All forms of photography are welcome and judges are specifically looking for series of works that have a strong narrative. The “Untold Story” that the photographer presents must be visually clear in the submitted images.

The World Photography Organisation is a global platform for photography initiatives. Working across up to 180 countries, our aim is to raise the level of conversation around photography by celebrating the best imagery and photographers on the planet. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with both individual photographers as well as our industry-leading partners around the world.
Note:

The photos do not necessarily have to be taken with ZEISS camera lenses.
Prizes:

The winner and the shortlist with up to ten photographers will be announced on April 3, 2018. The winners will receive attractive prizes, including ZEISS lenses of their choice with a total value of 12,000 euros as well as 3,000 euros to cover travel costs for a photo project.

The awards ceremony will be held in London on April 19, 2018, as part of the Sony World Photography Awards.

The winning photos and the selected photos from the shortlist will simultaneously be presented at the Sony World Photography Awards exhibition at the Somerset House in London, with the winner participating in the exhibition opening. In addition, ZEISS will invite the winner to the company’s headquarters in Germany.

Here they will gain insight into the world of ZEISS and can familiarize themselves with ZEISS lenses. In addition, they will also have the opportunity to personally work with ZEISS and the World Photography Organisation.

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