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2015 UN-Habitat Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award for Entrepreneurs ($USD200,000 Cash Grant)

by lanredahunsi June 16, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 31st 2015

The UN-Habitat Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award has been established as a result of a partnership between UN-Habitat, the International Ecological Safety Collaborative Organization (IESCO) together with CDB Orient that aims to reward young inventors, innovators and entrepreneurs.

Young inventors and entrepreneurs are important catalysts for promoting sustainable cities and developing highly skilled talents needed for future urban development. The Award stems from an agreement signed between UN-Habitat and IESCO in April 2013 during the twenty fourth session of the UN-Habitat Governing Council, to launch the “Urban Youth Empowerment and Ecological Safety project”.

The project aims to address issues of youth unemployment, poverty, and ecological safety through the development of models and policies that will lead to the meaningful engagement of young people in the development of a number of cities in Africa and Asia.

UN-Habitat Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award is designed to recognize and celebrate young men and women throughout the world who have developed innovative programmes, practices, activities and solutions to the social, economic, political and environmental challenges facing human kind today.

Eligibility Requirements

The Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award is open to all Young women and men between 15 and 32 years from developing countries and run a youth led for – profit and or nonprofit organization, or a business or entity that aims to improve youth livelihoods and better serve their communities with accomplishment in any of the above Award Categories
Youth from other countries will also qualify to get recognition by way of citations.
Institutions and individuals that promote and catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship will also be recognized and cited

Award:

The winners are awarded a monetary prize: The total amount of the prize pool is USD 200,000 distributed among five categories. The Award will consist of

A cash grant of $ 20,000 for the winner (Up to 2 winners for each category)
The prize also consists of a trophy and;
A certificate jointly issued by UN-Habitat and IESCO and CDB Orient
An Innovator of the Biennium and an Entrepreneur of the biennium will also be named from among the winners.

16th International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) 2015 in Putrajaya, Malaysia,

by lanredahunsi June 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:

Early Bird Registration: 14th August 2015
Regular Registration: 31st August 2015
Press Accreditation :31st August 2015

The theme of the conference is Ending Impunity: People. Integrity. Action.

Registration is now open for for the 16th edition of the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) taking place in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from the 2nd-4th September 2015.

The Conference will be jointly hosted with the Government of Malaysia, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), and the Malaysian Society for Transparency and Integrity (TI Malaysia).

The International Anti-Corruption Conference is the world’s premier global forum for bringing together heads of state, civil society, the private sector and more to tackle the increasingly sophisticated challenges posed by corruption. The IACC takes place every two years in a different region of the world, and hosts from 800 to 2000 participants from over 135 countries worldwide.

The conference serves as the premier global forum for the networking and cross-fertilisation that are indispensable for effective advocacy and action, on a global and national level.

Join 800 participants from around the world for plenary debates and workshops to discuss what can done to end impunity for corruption.

Registration:

Make sure you register and pay before the 14th August to benefit from the Early Bird discounted fees.
If you are a student, or you come from an NGO or an academic institution, you can register at the reduced rate.

Registration fees

All prices are in Euros (€)*

Classification	Early Bird Until 14 August 2015	From 15 August to 31 August 2015
Regular fee (EUR)	550	750
Reduced fee (EUR) (for NGOs, academic institutions and students)	350	550
Accompanying persons (EUR)	250	350
Daily Rate (EUR)	250

Conference participants have the option to bring an Accompanying Person to the IACC. Accompanying Persons have access to the official social programme events only, including official tours; they will not have access to the conference workshops or plenary sessions. Each attendee is only allowed to bring 1 accompanying person to this event.

Press Accreditation

The Press Accreditation is available to journalists working in any media. All the conference sessions are open to the media.
The deadline for online Press Accreditation is the 31st August 2015. After this date, Press Accreditation must be done in person at the Press Accreditation Centre at the conference venue.

Apply Now for Press Accreditation to the International Anti-Corruption Conference

Agenda

Opening Plenary I : Ending Impunity: People, Integrity, Action

Plenary II : Peace, Equality and Social Justice: Fighting Corruption in Development and Investment beyond 2015

Plenary III : Keeping Business Clean and Stopping Illicit Financial Flows

Speakers:

Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, President of the Republic of Liberia
Daniel Kaufmann, President of the Natural Resource Governance Institute
Patrick Alley, Co-Founder of Global Witness
Jorge Hage, Former Chief Minister of the Comptroller General’s Office of Brazil
Aruna Roy, political and social activist and a founder of Right to Information in India
Magdy Martínez-Solimán, Deputy Assistant Administrator of UNDP
Sarah Chayes, Senior Associate at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Cobus de Swardt, Managing Director of Transparency International
Dunja Mijatović, Representative on Freedom of the Media at the OSCE
Drago Kos, Chair of the OECD Working Group on Bribery
Simon Peh, Commissioner of the Independent Commission Against Corruption, Hong Kong
Thuli Madonsela, Public Protector of South Africa
Anabel Cruz, Founder of Instituto de Comunicacion y Desarrollo
John Githongo, Journalist and CEO of Inuka Kenya Trust
Jean-Louis Nadal, President of the French High Authority for the Transparency of Public Life
Sri Dato’ Haji Muhyiddin Yassin, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC)

June 15, 2015 0 comments

2016/2017 NED Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program (Fully Funded- Spend Five Months in Washington DC, USA)

by lanredahunsi June 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: October 15, 2015.

The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program is an international exchange program that offers practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world the opportunity to spend five months at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), in Washington DC, in order to undertake independent research on democratic challenges worldwide.

While in residence, fellows reflect on their experiences; conduct research and writing; consider best practices and lessons learned; and develop professional relationships within a global network of democracy advocates.

Eligibility Requirements:

The fellowship is intended primarily for individuals from developing and aspiring democracies.
Practitioners and journalists should have substantial work experience in their fields, while scholars are expected to have a Ph.D., or academic equivalent, at the time of application.
The program does not support professional training, fieldwork, or students working toward a degree, nor does it provide funding to implement projects in the field.
A working knowledge of English is required for participation in the program.

Benefits:

The program offers research support and facilitates fellows’ outreach to Washington’s advocacy, media, academic, and policy communities.
All fellowships include a monthly payment, health insurance, and roundtrip travel reimbursement. The program does not provide financial assistance for accompanying family or other dependents.

Program Details:

The program runs two five-month fellowship sessions per year, during which fellows are expected to work full time on their projects.
Practitioners focus on strategies and best practices for strengthening democracy in their country of interest; scholars conduct original research for publication.
Projects may address the economic, political, social, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic development and include a range of methodologies and approaches.
The program hosts an active calendar of events, including an introduction to NED and its partner institutions.
Fellows are expected to present their work and prepare a written product during their stay.

Timeline:

The Reagan-Fascell program hosts two five-month fellowship sessions per year:

Fall Session: October 1 to February 28 2016
Spring Session: March 1 to July 31 2016

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the NED Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program

June 15, 2015 0 comments

2016 World Bank Group Young Professional Programme (Start your career at the World Bank)

by lanredahunsi June 15, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank.

It is a unique opportunity for younger talent who have both a passion for international development–be it for working in Operations or in some Corporate areas–and the leadership potential to grow in fascinating top technical and managerial roles in the World Bank Group.

The Program is designed for highly qualified and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to the WBG technical/operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, agriculture, natural resources and others; as well as to WBG corporate areas such as communications, information technology, human resources and corporate finance.

To be competitive for this highly selective program, candidates need to demonstrate a commitment to development, proven academic success, professional achievement, and leadership capability.

Minimum Requirements

The following are the minimum requirements to be eligible for the Young Professionals Program.

Citizenship of a member country of the World Bank
32 years of age or younger (i.e. born on or after October 1, 1983)
A PhD or Master’s degree and relevant work experience
Fluency in English
Full proficiency in one or more of the WBG’s working languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish is desired but not required
Specialization in a field relevant to the WBG Technical/Operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, agriculture, natural resources and others; and other WBG corporate areas such as communications, information technology, human resources and corporate finance.
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience related to development or continued academic study at the doctoral level

Additional Qualifications

To be competitive for the limited number of positions, a combination of the following credentials is highly desirable:

Display a commitment and passion for international development
Possess outstanding academic credentials
Exhibit excellent client engagement and team leadership skills
Have international development country experience (operations stream); have an experience working internationally (corporate stream)
Be motivated to relocate and undertake country assignments (operational stream)

Program Features:

Every year, around 40 applicants are accepted into the Young Professionals Program.
Young Professionals are offered a 5-year term contract, spend 24 months in a structured development program, and enjoy a variety of benefits and opportunities.

Application Process:

Before You Apply, please ensure that:

You meet the minimum requirements for eligibility before completing your application to the Young Professionals Program
You have all the information at hand including key dates, an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), Education Certificates/Transcripts, PhD Dissertation/Master’s Thesis topics (short summary), if applicable, and the Application Essay ready to be uploaded.

Application Essay for the 2016 World Bank Group YPP Selection Process

“Reaching the goals of ending poverty and boosting shared prosperity—and ensuring that future generations will share in broader prosperity—is a realistic objective. Citizens around the world are already driving change in their communities and developing innovative ideas to address some of the toughest challenges their countries face.

The institutions of the World Bank Group are committed to using their financial instruments, data, knowledge, and solutions to highlight innovations and catalyze this action to end poverty. It will take a global movement to end poverty, and in supporting and working alongside stakeholders around the world, the Bank can fully realize the twin goals.” (Extract from the 2014 WBG Annual Report)

Describe in fewer than 1,000 words your own contribution to these goals, if you were to work for the World Bank Group.

Timeline:

June–September 2015	– Review of applications to ensure that candidates meet the eligibility criteria- Update of status to all candidates (candidates moving to the second round and those who are not moving forward)
October 2015	– Technical review of second round candidates. This review by the potential hiring teams takes a closer look into the application package of the candidates and determines those candidates who will be selected for inteviews.
Mid-November–December 2015	– Update of status to all candidates (candidates invited to interviews and those who are not moving forward)- Setup of the YPP interviews (WBG Headquarters in Washington, D.C.-USA and WBG Office in Paris-France)
December 2015–January 2016	– YPP interviews (see information below)
February 2016	– Decision and offers communicated
September 2016	– New YP cohorts start

Apply Now for the 2016 World Bank Group Young Professional Programme

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 World Bank Group Young Professional Programme

June 15, 2015 2 comments

2016 AVAC Advocacy Fellowship Program for Emerging Leaders

by lanredahunsi June 14, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 10th 2015

The HIV Prevention Research Advocacy Fellows Program pairs emerging leaders in advocacy and activism with existing organizations to develop and execute creative, context-specific projects focused on HIV prevention research.

Fellows projects focus primarily on advocacy around biomedical HIV prevention research (such as clinical trials of vaccines, microbicides, pre-exposure prophylaxis) or rollout of male circumcision for HIV prevention. Fellows projects may also focus on “test and treat” or ARV treatment as prevention strategies, which are under active discussion in many contexts.

Fellows receive training, financial support, and technical assistance to plan and implement a targeted one-year project within host organizations focused on HIV/AIDS.

Eligibility Requirements:

The Advocacy Fellows Program seeks applicants who are:

Emerging or mid- career community leaders and advocates involved or interested in advocacy around HIV prevention research and implementation. Those living with HIV are encouraged to apply
Individuals with some experience or education in the areas of HIV and AIDS, public health, medicine, international development, women’s rights, communications, or advocacy with key populations, such as sex workers, LGBT people and drug users.Based in low-and middle-income countries with high HIV burdens and where biomedical HIV prevention clinical research is planned or ongoing and/or where there is current work on implementation of new preventions strategies (such as voluntary medical male circumcision, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), early treatment (and “combination prevention” pack ages that link biomedical strategies.

Benefits:

The Fellows Program Provides:

Mentoring and capacity building in biomedical HIV prevention research and implementation advocacy from AVAC for both Advocacy Fellows and Host Organisations.
Connection to a global network of HIV prevention research advocates including current and former Advocacy Fellows, researchers, civil society leaders and other individuals and/or organisations working in similar fields.
Opportunities for networking and information sharing with other Advocacy Fellows and a broader community of advocates including activists, scientists, clinical trial staff and other stakeholders working in fields related to HIV prevention research and implementation.
A small stipend and technical assistance for the selected Advocacy Fellow for the initial development of a detailed work plan (up to three days over a maximum of two months).
This phase takes place before the official Fellowship year begins

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AVAC Advocacy Fellowship Program

June 14, 2015 1 comment

2015 Forum Freelance Fund Bursary Competition for Journalists ($3,000 Canadian Grant)

by lanredahunsi June 14, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:June 30th 2015

The Forum Freelance Fund Bursary Competition, sponsored by Giselle Portenier, is open to freelance journalists or independent documentary-makers with projects focusing on human rights abuses. The winner will receive up to $3,000 for hazardous environment training, and the competition is open to people of any nationality, with no requirement for a Canadian connection.

Requirements

The Portenier Human Rights Bursary is open to any independent journalist or documentary filmmaker in the world, regardless of citizenship or residency.
The definition of journalists and filmmakers includes reporters, producers, directors, audio and/or video specialists and fixers.
The bursary is not open to employees or contract employees of major media companies.
There will be a maximum of one award per year, to a maximum amount of $3,000 Canadian.
The purpose of the bursary is to provide safety training for experienced or novice journalists or documentary makers working independently in the field of human rights.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate (a) a clear interest or track record in casting light on human rights abuses, especially but not exclusively human rights abuses against women and children, or (b) an upcoming assignment or project with such a human rights focus.
Applicants must also show that they have important story ideas, a clear focus and actual funding for their project or documentary.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Forum Freelance Fund Bursary Competition

June 14, 2015 0 comments

2015 World Biennial of Student Photography Competition for Undergraduate Students Worldwide

by lanredahunsi June 14, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: 1st November 2015.

The Student World Biennial, in the organisation of the Academy of Arts, University of Novi Sad, was first held in 2004. In the same year the First Biennial of Student Poster was organised, and ever since the Biennial of Poster has been held in odd years , and the Biennial of Photography in even years.

Eligibility Requirements:

The World Biennial of Student Photography is open to all undergraduate students of academies and colleges where the discipline of photography is part of the curriculum.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

All photographs must represent the student’s original work created within last two (2) academic years and should be verified by the professors’ signature at the back.
Format: no longer than 35cm the shorter side if submitted in electronic form, 300 dpi RGB, TIFF or JPG, or no larger than 1m2 if submitted by post.
Number of works: each student can send maximum three (3) works.
Technique: There are no limitations on techniques or realization of the photographs.
There is no entry fee.

There are two options for submitting your works:

A. BY POST

The entrants bear all postal expenses.
All works should be posted to the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad (address is at the application form).
All works should be original photos no larger than 1m²
Work should NOT be mounted in any surface, nor equipped.
On the back of the photography, in the left bottom corner, there should be a sticker clearly stating the entrant’s data written in block letters both in mother tongue and English.
Furthermore, the filled application form and the reproductions in digital format (for the purpose of printing the Biennial catalogue) must be sent to the following email addresses: [email protected].
The name of the photography file sent by e-mail must be the same as the title of the photography sent by post and they must contain the name and surname of the student.

B. BY E-MAIL

All works and filled application form should be sent to the following email addresses: [email protected].

The works sent by email must meet these condition:

file format: non-layered TIFF or JPEG
resolution: no longer than 35 cm the shorter side in 300 dpi
color: sRGB
the file size MUST NOT exceed 10 MB
The name of the photography file sent by e-mail must contain the name and surname of the student. For example if student’s name is Johann Strauss the file name should be Johann Strauss 1.tiff, Johann Strauss 2.tiff, Johann Strauss 3.tiff.

Prizes:

1st prize:

Crystal medal, € 1500, crystal medal for the tutor (professor).

2nd prize:

Crystal medal, € 800, crystal medal for the tutor (professor).

3rd prize:

Crystal medal, € 400, crystal medal for the tutor (professor).

And Three equal prizes

For More Information:

Visit the Official webpage of the World Biennial of Student Photography Competition

June 14, 2015 0 comments

2015 International Challenge on Economic Ideas (ICEI) International Essay Competition (USD1,500 Prize plus Trip to Indonesia)

by lanredahunsi June 12, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:September 30, 2015 (21.59 UTC+7).

The International Challenge on Economic Ideas (ICEI) is an international essay competition aimed towards undergraduate students from all over the world. ICEI is a nonprofit annual event that is organized by the Economics Student Association of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). All participants are expected to elaborate on the theme of “Financial Policy to Create Economic Sustainability”.

Eligibility:

Undergraduate students from any countries in the world could take part in ICEI.
Participants are required to submit a scanned copy of their student identity card or any other documents stating their current education status upon submitting the essay.

Only individual submission is allowed. Team submission will be rejected

Prize:

The winners of ICEI 2015 will receive:

•1st Place: 700 USD + certificate + the Best Essays Compilation book + 10 minutes presentation in the FSDE seminar

•2nd Place: 500 USD + certificate + the Best Essays Compilation book

•3rd Place: 300 USD + certificate + the Best Essays Compilation book

The top three winners will be invited to attend the FSDE International Seminar in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, with VIP status and the privilege to talk with the speakers. (Tickets and accommodation will be subsidized by the committee)

How to submit your Applications:

Participants can submit their essay by e-mail attachment to [email protected] (
No hardcopy your essay is necessary

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ICE FSDE 2015 Essay Competition

June 12, 2015 0 comments

2015 International WaterCentre (IWC) Masters Scholarships for study in Australia

by lanredahunsi June 12, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 1st August 2015

The IWC Masters Scholarships are prestigious scholarships awarded annually to high calibre candidates who clearly demonstrate potential to become future water leaders. Scholarships are available to study the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management (MIWM).

The International WaterCentre (IWC) will be offering up to three scholarships for international candidates for full-time study of the MIWM program starting in Semester 1, 2016. These include:

A – Up to two full tuition and full living costs scholarships for future water leaders from developing countries in Asia-Pacific, Africa, South and Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle-East

Eligibility requirements

To apply for a scholarship, you must have all of the following:

A completed undergraduate degree in a related field of study from an internationally-recognised institution;
At least two years of professional experience (paid work or volunteering experience) relevant to the program;
International candidates must also demonstrate English Language Proficiency (see UQ’s Policy including minimum scores for IELTS, TOEFL or PTE). A proof of English language proficiency needs to be uploaded with the online application form.

Scholarship Details:

Each scholarship is valued at approximately AU$ 89,811 and will cover:
Full tuition fees for full-time study of the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management
program commencing in 2016 (valued at AU$ 49,920 over 18 months)
Return air travel to Australia (single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route up to a maximum of AU$ 2,500)
Cost of student visa for a single student (valued at AU$ 535)
Overseas Student Health Cover (valued at AU$ 856 for 18 months)
Living costs stipend (valued at AU 36,000 for 16 months) payable in equal monthly instalments

Submit Your Applications Now for the International WaterCentre (IWC) Masters Scholarships

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International WaterCentre (IWC) Masters Scholarships

June 12, 2015 6 comments

Forests and People photo contest 2015 (Win a trip to the XIV World Forestry Congress in South Africa)

by lanredahunsi June 12, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 21st 2015

Are you a young photographer passionate about nature and people?

Forests and trees are important to the well-being and livelihoods of people everywhere, especially in rural areas. Hundreds of millions of people rely on forests for food, energy and shelter. They have tremendous potential to contribute to sustainable development and to a greener economy.

Enter the Forests and People photo contest to help raise awareness about the importance of forests for people today and for generations to come, and you could win a trip to the Congress!

About The XIV World Forestry Congress

Where: Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre
When: 7-11 September 2015, Durban, South Africa

The XIV World Forestry Congress, hosted by the Republic of South Africa, will bring together the global forestry community to review and analyse the key issues and to share ways of addressing them.

The Congress – the first to be held in Africa – is inclusive of people from all countries, regions and sectors, whether they belong to a government organization, NGO, private company, scientific or professional body, a forestry society, or simply have a personal interest in attending.

All photo entries should feature both forests (or forest products) and people.

Eligibility

Entrants should be 18 or above and must have taken the photograph themselves.
The photographs should not have been taken before 1 January 2013.
Photographs should not have dates or text on top of the image.
Each participant can send up to three photographs.
All photographs should be in jpeg format.
Participants must fill out a form indicating:
Name, surname, date of birth, email, title and description of photograph, location and date when photo was taken.
Participants must also accept the legal conditions described in the form.

Format

File size: Minimum pixel width 1754 pixels at 150 ppi; maximum file size 5 MB.

Image data files should be created with digital smartphones and still cameras (including medium and large-format cameras).

Images that have been retouched using software or by other means will be accepted. Both colour and monochrome images will be accepted. (Scans of photographs taken by film cameras are not eligible.)

The standard colour space for the judging process is sRGB.

Prize:

The prize for the winner will be a trip to the Congress (travel, accommodation and registration fee), as well as a portfolio review by Stuart Franklin.
The winning photograph and 15 runners-up will also feature in a XIV World Forestry Congress calendar.

Jury:

Award-winning Magnum photographer Stuart Franklin will lead the jury. Franklin is perhaps best known for his celebrated photograph of a man defying a tank in Tiananmen Square, China, in 1989, as well as his photographic essay The Time of Trees, which examines the social relationship between nature and society.

Submit Your Photo Now for the XIV World Forestry Photo Contest

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Forests and People photo contest 2015

June 12, 2015 0 comments

2015 United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Scholarships, Switzerland

by lanredahunsi June 11, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 1st 2015
Applications are now been accepted for the 2015 United Nations Institute for Training and Research Scholarships.

Scholarships may be available on a very competitive basis. UNITAR does not possess its own funds to support students but makes every effort to raise funds from donors and sponsors.

Eligibility Requirements:

The following criteria are used by UNITAR to rank applications and award the Outstanding Peacekeeper Scholarships and Outstanding Peacebuilder Scholarships:

Proven ability to implement activities related to peace and conflict management in a conflict or post-conflict context;
Relevance of degree for career advancement and professional performance;
Citizenship of a developing country;
Low financial resources;
No previous studies at the graduate level;
Years of relevant professional experience;
Academic excellence at the high school and undergraduate levels.

All scholarships available are listed below and if you want to be considered for a scholarship, you must tick the relevant box during the pre-registration process on their website.

Depending on the number of applications and donor support, additional scholarships may be offered.

Two Outstanding Peacekeeper Scholarships

These scholarships are available on a very competitive basis for staffs deployed in a United Nations peace operation (including UN Volunteers, seconded staff, AU staff, etc.) and contributing in any capacity: DDR, security, gender, policing, human rights, protection, etc. International staff are not eligible.

Scholarship Worth:

Recipients will benefit from a 50% discount on the full tuition fees, the equivalent of USD 5,700. Recipients may pay the remaining fees (USD 5,700) in up to three instalments.

Two Outstanding Peacebuilder Scholarships

These scholarships are available on a very competitive basis for individuals engaged in peacebuilding at any level (international, regional, national or local). Peacebuilding is here defined broadly to include all professional or voluntary activities that contribute to the establishment of long-lasting peace including conflict management, early warning, peace education, development assistance, humanitarian work, etc.

Scholarship Worth:

Recipients will benefit from a 50% discount on the full tuition fees, the equivalent of USD 5,700. Recipients may pay the remaining fees (USD 5,700) in up to three instalments.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNITAR Scholarships

June 11, 2015 1 comment

2015 RFI/France 24 Visa d’or for the best Web documentary ( € 8000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 11, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 27th, 2015

Visa pour l’Image–Perpignan is launching the seventh competition for the Web Documentary Visa d’or award sponsored by RFI & France 24. The Visa d’or for the best Web documentary will be awarded for the best story produced with original, innovative use of multimedia tools.

Eligibility Requirements:

Entry in the competition is open to all candidates aged 18 years or over, regardless of gender or nationality.

Selection:

The web documentaries submitted should, in particular, open up new ways of using the Web to

understand the news.

The selection process will therefore take the following criteria into account:

• the web documentary must be related to a recent news topic

• the web documentary should demonstrate a journalistic and/or documentary approach to the treatment of a topical news item. The choice of subject treated in the web documentary will be taken into account in the selection process;

• the web documentary should demonstrate a multimedia approach with, in particular, combined use of several media-video, text, photos and sound-for online distribution. Photo slideshows will not be accepted.

• the web documentary should allow for true interactivity and should innovate in this domain. The user should be able to react to and become involved with the web documentary as well as able to adjust his / her navigation.

• through their web documentary, candidates should innovate and develop or contribute to a new, innovative and easy-to-access way of exploring news on the Web;

• production quality

Prizes

Among the Pre-selected Candidates, the jury will give the Award to the winner as concerns the relevance, quality and originality of the web documentary.
Images Evidence will award the winner a prize of € 8000.
The winner must be able to attend, when possible, the award ceremony, which will take place in Perpignan during the 2015 Visa Pour l’Image – Perpignan festival.
The amount of € 8000 will be given to the author(s) of the web documentary and not to the producer(s). Charge to the authors, if there are several, to share this amount.

Requirements:

Entries must comply with the following conditions:

Entry in the competition is open to all candidates aged 18 years or over, regardless of gender or nationality.
The competition is not open to people employed by Images Evidence.
Web documentaries produced by Images Evidence cannot enter the competition.
And their application must include the following items / documents:

1 -The internet URL where the web documentary is available;

2- The electronically signed competition entry form;

3 – a scan of the candidate’s ID papers;

4 – a cover letter from the candidate containing a description of his/her entry;

5- a curriculum vitae .

The web documentary must be in either French or English and must have been published online between July 27, 2014 and July 27, 2015

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the RFI/France 24 Visa d’or for the best Web documentary

June 11, 2015 0 comments

2015 Celeste Prize -International, Contemporary Arts Prize for emerging and mid-career artists. – € 20,000

by lanredahunsi June 11, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:Wednesday 15th July 2015.

Celeste Prize is an international, contemporary arts prize which every year awards 20,000 € and rewarding benefits to emerging and mid-career artists.

Entry is open to artists, photographers and creatives worldwide, without limits of age or experience. Works should contain an exciting and profound mix of contemporary perspectives and a creative use of artistic languages.

Prizes:

43 finalist works and projects will be chosen by a jury of top art curators and critics, curated by Koyo Kouoh. Prizes are awarded according to voting by the finalist artists themselves at the final exhibition.

20,000 € cash prizes
Project Prize, 4,000 €
Painting & Drawing Prize, 4,000 €
Photography & Digital Graphics Prize, 4,000 €
Video & Animation Prize, 4,000 €
Installation, Sculpture & Performance Prize, 4,000 €

Benefits:

Exhibition opportunities are just some of the benefits which everyone can gain when entering the prize.

If you enter you could be selected for

A group exhibition in one of our partner art galleries and residencies
Inclusion in ‘Editors’ choices’, our weekly, online showcase of 5 prize works
Active promotion of your artwork in our internet social media channels

If you are a finalist

Your work will be presented to each of the 150 past jurors of Celeste Prize
Your work and personal presentation will be published in a printed catalogue
Your work will be exhibited in a top, Milan location which is followed by the city’s art crowd
You benefit from the communications whirlwind in the international art press

If you are a winner

We shall send a dedicated email about you and your work to everyone in the community
A dedicated video interview about you and your work
A dedicated news article in Celeste Network
A personal web portfolio in Viewbook
A part of 20,000 € cash prizes

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Celeste Prize -International, Contemporary Arts Prize

June 11, 2015 0 comments

2016 Sony World Photography Awards ($30,000 (USD) prize plus the latest Sony digital imaging equipment)

by lanredahunsi June 11, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: January 12th 2016

The 2016 Sony World Photography Awards are now open for entries.

Enter the world’s largest and one of the most respected photography awards for free today.

The Sony World Photography Awards is the world’s biggest photography competition and its aim is simple: to recognise and reward the best contemporary photography in the world.

Eligibility Requirements:

Free to enter, photographers of all abilities are invited to submit either their best single shots or series of work.

Selection:

The images are judged by the World Photography Organisation and a specially selected jury from the World Photographic Academy which is made up on the photographic industry’s most esteemed individuals.

Benefits

The awards have brought untold reward and recognition to those involved and each year offers an incredible $30,000 (USD) in cash prizes plus the latest Sony digital imaging equipment.
The awards offer an unparalleled opportunity for exposure for photographers at all stages of their career and are known worldwide by industry leaders.
The annual awards gala and ceremony takes place in London, welcoming an international attendance of industry leaders to celebrate the recognition of the best in contemporary photography and each year also pays tribute to one of our masters with the Outstanding Contribution to Photography Award

The Competitions:

The Sony World Photography Awards has five competitions:

Professional – 15 categories, judged on a series of images, aimed at serious photographers
Open – 10 categories, judged on a single image, open to all
Youth – 3 categories, for photographers aged 12-19
Student Focus – for those studying photography

The awards offer categories across all genres of photojournalism, fine art and commercial photography. The categories include: current affairs; nature & wildlife; arts & culture, portraiture; contemporary issues; sport; landscape; still life; lifestyle; architecture, and more.

Exposure and Benefits:

Exposure is given to not only the winning but also the shortlisted photographers.

Recognised photographers can receive:

Exhibition at Somerset House, London
Potential to be included in international exhibitions
Inclusion in the Sony World Photography Awards book
Potential to work with Sony on a variety of digital imaging projects

Find Out More on each of the Categories:

For More Information;

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 Sony World Photography Awards

June 11, 2015 4 comments

2016 Knight-Mozilla Fellowship for Journalists ($60,000 Stipend, Spend 10 Months in the Best Newsrooms in the world)

by lanredahunsi June 11, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 21, 2015 at midnight EDT.

Open to: Any Country around the World

Are you a developer, technologist, civic hacker, or data cruncher who wants to help change the world of journalism? Apply to become a 2016 Knight-Mozilla Fellow and spend ten months embedded in one of the best newsrooms in the world, writing open code and becoming a leader in the international journalism tech community.

The Knight-Mozilla Fellowships present a unique opportunity for people who love to code and who want to influence the future of journalism on the web

The fellowship hosts for 2016 are: the Los Angeles Times Data Desk, NPR, Vox Media, Frontline, Correct!v, and The Coral Project (a collaboration between the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Mozilla).

Correct!v – Berlin, Germany
The Coral Project – New York, NY (based out of the New York Times)
Frontline – Boston, MA
Los Angeles Times Data Desk – Los Angeles, CA
NPR – Washington, DC
Vox Media – Austin, TX; New York, NY; or Washington, DC

Benefits:

The Knight-Mozilla Fellowship is designed to allow flexibility for both fellows and fellowship Partners. The standard fellowship offers a stipend of $60,000, paid in 10 monthly installments. fellows are responsible for remitting all applicable taxes and other government payments as required.
Mozilla may, in consultation with fellows and fellowship Partners, elect to vary the amount and duration to accommodate the needs and availability of individual fellows and newsrooms.
To help offset cost of living, the fellowship also provides supplements for childcare and health insurance, and helps pay for research/equipment and books.

Apply Now to become a 2016 Knight-Mozilla Fellow

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Knight-Mozilla Fellowship

June 11, 2015 1 comment

2016 United Nations /Nippon Foundation of Japan Fellowship Programme

by lanredahunsi June 10, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 11 September 2015

The United Nations – The Nippon Foundation of Japan Fellowship Programme
~ Human Resources Development and Advancement of the Legal Order of the World’s Oceans

The objective of the fellowship is to provide opportunities for advanced education and research in the field of ocean affairs and the law of the sea, and related disciplines including marine science in support of management frameworks, to Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States, so that they may obtain the necessary knowledge to assist their countries to formulate comprehensive ocean policy and to implement the legal regime set out in UNCLOS and related instruments.

Upon completion of the fellowship, fellows should have an advanced awareness and understanding of key issues and best international practices in ocean affairs and are expected to return to their home-countries to contribute their experience to assist with the effective implementation of UNCLOS and related instruments and programmes.

Programme Structure

The 9-month Fellowship Programme is composed of two consecutive phases which provide Fellows with advanced and customized research and training opportunities in their chose fields:

Phase One: 3-month Research and Training – normally undertaken at DOALOS at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Phase Two: 6-month Advanced Academic Research and Study – undertaken at one of the prestigious participating Host Institutions and under the guidance of subject matter expert(s) who have recognized in-depth expertise in the Fellows’ chosen field of study.

Application Procedure:

Do you work directly on law of the Sea and Ocean Affairs issues, including marine scientific aspects?
Could you benefit from a nine-month research and study fellowship which will provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills?
Will your Government or employer or competent organization confirm the above by nominating you?

Eligibility Requirements:

Candidates must:

Be Nominated by their Government, employer or competent organization;
Be between the ages of 25 and 40;
Possess a first university degree in a related discipline, and have a demonstrated ability to undertake independent advanced research and studies in an academic context;
Be mid-level professionals who can demonstrate the they work directly on ocean issues;
Be in a position to accept placement with host institutions for a period of no less that nine consecutive months;
Be in a position to obtain all relevant visas including transit visasThe Programme is conducted in English and can accommodate Francophone fellows

Fill Out the Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UN /Nippon Foundation of Japan Fellowship Programme

June 10, 2015 0 comments

Web We Want 2015 African Declaration Awareness Grants for African Creatives (USD1500 to 10 African Organisations)

by lanredahunsi June 10, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 15th 2015

The World Wide Web Foundation, in partnership with the Association of Progressive Communications (APC), is inviting creative minds from any African country to participate in a call to produce 10 animations, songs, annotated or popular versions of the African Declaration for Internet Rights and Freedoms and organise a small activity to launch your creative work!

Web We Want aims to award grants of USD1500.00 to 10 African organisations that produce animations, songs, videos, or other original works that creatively promote the African Declaration on Internet Rights and Freedoms.

Eligibility Requirements

Anyone can participate.

Grant Worth

The grant amount is USD1500.00 and the selected proposals will be chosen by a commission composed by three experts.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 African Declaration Awareness Grants for African Creatives

June 10, 2015 0 comments

Apply to the attend 2015 OpenCon Conference for Students/Early Career Professional in Brussels, Belgium (Scholarships Available)

by OFA June 9, 2015

written by OFA

Application Deadline: June 22nd 2015

OpenCon 2015 is the student and early career academic professional conference on Open Access, Open Education, and Open Data and will be held on November 14-16, 2015 in Brussels, Belgium. It is organized by the Right to Research Coalition, SPARC (The Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition), and an Organizing Committee of students and early career researchers from around the world.

The meeting will convene students and early career academic professionals from around the world and serve as a powerful catalyst for projects led by the next generation to advance OpenCon’s three focus areas—Open Access, Open Education, and Open Data. Participants for the conference will be selected through an application process.

OpenCon 2015 will feature leading speakers from across the Open Access, Open Education, and Open Data movements as well as workshops organized by those leading the most interesting projects and campaigns.

Eligibility:

OpenCon’s target audience is students of all levels, early career researchers, and young professionals in fields related to scholarly and scientific research (e.g. librarians, professional advocates, etc).
Early career academic professional is a flexible term and generally means someone within 8-10 years of the beginning of their professional career (i.e. after graduating with their terminal degree).

Scholarships:

OpenCon is a unique meeting in that the organizers will provide full or partial travel scholarships to a large number of the participants at the meeting. In 2014, more than 80% of participants received full travel scholarships.
The application process will be competitive, so in addition to applying for a general travel scholarship, Opencon also encourage applicants to consider asking their institutions to secure one of our remaining sponsored scholarships.
Travel scholarships will cover all or part of the cost of your travel to Brussels, accommodation (shared room), and potential visa processing fees for OpenCon. It does not cover travel expenses to and from the airport, meals that are not provided at the conference (most or all will be provided), and other incidental costs.
Unfortunately, due to the number of scholarships Opencon will be granting, Opencon cannot process any reimbursements from receipts.

Apply Now to attend the 2015 Opecon Conference

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the OpenCon for Students/early career professional Conference

June 9, 2015 1 comment

2015 Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Prize for Women’s Contribution to Development ($USD150,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 9, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: November 30th 2015

The Islamic Development Bank established the IDB Prize for Women’s Contribution to Development in 2006 to draw international attention to the vital role women play in developing their communities and the world.

The Prize aims to RECOGNIZE, ENCOURAGE, INSPIRE and REWARD women’s participation in the socio-economic development process.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for the Prize, organizations must meet the following requirements:

• Be legally registered and work in the IDB member countries or Muslim communities in non-member countries.

• Be a not-for-profit institution.

• Have women in the decision-making level of the organization.

• Hold values and principles and run operations that do not conflic

t with those of the IDB.

• Support projects/activities that have clearly helped to improve women’s participation in the decision-making process in

water resources management.

• Be nominated by an independent organization

Theme and Topics

In order to highlight various issues shaping our world and their specific effects on women, the theme of the Prize varies each year and is further specified into topics for the individual and organization categories.The Theme for the 1436H/2015G Prize is “WOMEN’S CONTRIBUTION TO WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.” Award
The Prize consists of two cash awards;
a) U.S. $ 50,000 for a woman or a group of women
b) U.S. $ 100,000 for an organization
The Prize is awarded during the Annual Meeting of the IDB Board of Governors.Criteria
The general criteria applied in selecting and assessing nominations for the Prize for both individuals and organizations include the following:

Impact
Individuals and organizations nominated should exhibit projects that have contributed to the improvement of the socio-economic status of women and helped them to build their capacities.

Creativity
Individuals and organizations nominated should have projects/activities that are outstanding, innovative and unique

Outreach
Individuals and organizations nominated should have mechanisms for extending their projects/activities to surrounding areas to ensure their services are offered to as many women as possible.

SELF NOMINATIONS OR NOMINATIONS BY INDIVIDUALS OR BY IDB STAFF WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
To Nominate or Request Information, Please Contact;

Capacity Development Department
Islamic Development Bank
P.O. Box 5925 Jeddah 21432
Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 12 646-6787/6722
Fax: +966 12 646-7828
Email: [email protected]

How to Apply

BROCHURE Arabic – English
Application Form for ORGANIZATIONS Arabic – English

Application Form for INDIVIDUALS Arabic – English

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Prize for Women’s Contribution to Development.

June 9, 2015 0 comments

2015 Hewlett Packard (HP) International Sales Graduate Program in Prague,Czech Republic.

by lanredahunsi June 9, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: Ongoing

Job – Sales

Primary Location – Europe-Middle East-Africa

Schedule – Full-time

Shift – Day Job

Travel – Yes, 100 % of the Time

Are you looking for a career in Sales within an international corporation?

HP is now offering the chance of a lifetime! The Sales Graduate program offers you the opportunity to live and work in Prague, with colleagues from various countries in Europe & Middle East & Africa. You will receive exceptional training in Sales during 2 years with opportunities to grow into a sales professional in the fascinating world of IT. Peaked your interest?

Qualifications

Education and Experience required:

A Bachelor or Master degree in business studies
Experience or proven interest in sales through extracurricular activities, jobs or internships
Interest in Technology or corporate environment

Knowledge and Skills Required:

Project management skills
Able to direct or coordinate selling activities on complex sales.
Hunter profile: consistently demonstrate proactive activities within accounts to uncover new business and take ownership for new opportunities.
Able to clearly articulate HP value propositions and solution discussions with customer.
Ability to take on more complex accounts and direct and global engagements.
Strong presentation and communication skills at business manager level.
Potential to grow within a global company
Internationally oriented
Proficiency in native language & fluency in English

In this sales program you will start by building a client portfolio in an assigned territory/ account by proactively selling products, services, supplies to installed base and through “cold calling” in support of company promotion and upgrade campaigns.
It is a complex sales with Multi-product/service and integrated solutions.
You will identify emerging market trends and opportunities, lead new market penetration campaigns and execute campaign follow-up.
Being responsible for pipeline, forecast and lead management you aggressively review account activities in pursuit of new business or up-selling opportunities.
Analyze client industry and competitive research and information to facilitate rich client dialogue and demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge to position and map HP capabilities that align to client business objectives and initiatives.
In this position you drive integrated planning and coordinated sales execution.
Interface and build strong professional relationships with a highly diverse set of functions and buyers at all levels within customer organization, including highest levels of key IT and business executives.

Benefits:

A great opportunity to start your sales career in corporate environment in IT
International work experience
A 2 year HP contract
Competitive salary
Attractive local employe benefits (attractive salesplan, insurance, mealvouchers etc)
1 return flight per year
2 weeks lodging at arrival

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the HP International Sales Graduate Program in Prague,Czech Republic.

June 9, 2015 0 comments

2015 MOFCOM Scholarship for study in the People’s Republic of China

by lanredahunsi June 8, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:15th June 2015.

MOFCOM Scholarship is set up by Ministry of Commerce of People’s Republic of China to further strengthen the communication and cooperation between China and other countries as well as to develop talents for developing countries.

Starting from 2015, MOFCOM Scholarship mainly sponsors the young and the middle-aged talents from recipient countries to pursue their postgraduate degree education in China and entrusts China Scholarship Council to administer the Scholarship.

What:

MOFCOM Scholarship supports Master’s program for 2-3 years or PhD program for 3-4 years. Scholarship winners must register for English-taught program if such program is available. When only Chinese-taught program is available, students should take Chinese language training courses for one to two years before moving on to their degree study.

Eligibility:

To be eligible, applicants must:

-be a citizen of a country other than the People’s Republic of China, and be in good health;

-be a bachelor’s degree holder when applying for master’s program;

-be a master’s degree holder when applying for doctoral program;

-be under the age of 45 when applying;

-have sufficient English or Chinese proficiency which meets the academic requirements of the program.

Scholarship Worth:

-tuition waiver;

-on-campus accommodation;

-stipend:

3000RMB per month per master student,

3500RMB per month per PhD student;

-medical insurance

-one-time round-trip international air tickets

Application Documents:

1. Application Form for MOFCOM Scholarship;

Ensure you have both submitted it online and printed the hard copy via www.csc.edu.cn/laihua or www.campuschina.org

For more application instructions, please check Attachment I.

2. Photocopy of highest diploma;

3. Photocopy of academic transcripts;

4. A Study Plan or Research Proposal with a minimum of 400 words;

5. Photocopy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form;

Admission :

Scholarship winners will get the admission package from ECCO of the Chinese Embassy by the end of August, 2015, and must register at the host university before the deadline which is usually September, 2015.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MOFCOM Scholarship for study in CHINA

June 8, 2015 0 comments

2015 Carl Duisberg Scholarships for Medical Students to study in Germany

by lanredahunsi June 8, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 10th July 2015

The Carl Duisberg scholarship supports medical students in their advanced study period. Preference is given to study plans that focus on projects related to the fields of human and veterinary medicine, medical sciences, medical engineering, public Health and health economics.

The Carl Duisberg Scholarship is open to students of or young professionals with up to two years work experience in:

Human and veterinary medicine
Medical sciences, medical engineering
Public Health
Health economics

Requirements:

Applicants should demonstrate a pioneering spirit for science and society, above-average study grades, a high level of motivation and a compelling individual project idea.
The scholarship can be used for special study courses, individual laboratory assignments, summer schools, research classes, internships, or Master’s or PhD theses.
Scholarships are granted exclusively to students from German-speaking countries wishing to study abroad, or to foreign students who are interested in a study project in Germany.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Carl Duisberg Scholarship

June 8, 2015 4 comments

2015 UN Human Rights Commission Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent, Geneva Switzerland

by lanredahunsi June 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 1st 2015

The Fellowship will be held from 2 to 20 November 2015 in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent provides the participants with an intensive learning opportunity to deepen their understanding of the United Nations human rights system, instruments and mechanisms, with a focus on issues of particular relevance to people of African descent.

The Fellowship Programme will allow the participants to better contribute to the protection and promotion of civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights of people of African descent in their respective countries.

The first Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent was launched by the Anti-Racial Discrimination Section of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in 2011 in the context of the International Year for People of African Descent.

In the framework of the Programme of Activities for the Implementation of the International Decade for People of African Descent, this year the programme will coincide with the first session of the UN Forum for People of African Descent. This will enable the fellows to attend and contribute to the work of the secretariat of the Forum and to the Forum itself.

Eligibility Requirements

The candidate must be an individual of African descent living in the Diaspora.
The candidate must have a minimum of 4 years of work experience related to the rights of People of African Descent.
The candidate needs to have sufficient command of the English language to be able to participate fully in the programme.
The candidate has to submit a letter of support from an organization working on issues related to People of African Descent or minority rights.
The candidates must be available to attend the full duration of the programme. The selected fellows will be expected to participate in different activities and to strictly follow the programme.

Benefits:

Each fellow is entitled to a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva;
Basic health insurance; and a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Programme.

How to Apply?

Applicants are requested to submit the following documents in one single e-mail to [email protected] or fax them at +41 22 928 90 50:

A Curriculum Vitae
A completed, signed and scanned Application Form in one single document.
A Personal Statement (maximum 500 words) in which the candidate will explain his/her motivation for applying, and how he/she will use the knowledge gained from the fellowship to promote the interests and rights of people of African descent.
An Official Letter of Support from the nominating organization or community
A copy of the applicant’s passport.

Please note that submissions with more than five attachments will not be accepted.

Important: Please mention in the subject header of your e-mail: “Application for the 2015 Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent.”

Name the attached document as follows:

LAST NAME First name – Type of document
Example: SMITH Jacqueline – Application form.doc
SMITH Jacqueline – A Personal Statement.doc
SMITH Jacqueline – Letter of Support.pdf
SMITH Jacqueline – Passport.pdf

Selection Process

The selection of the fellows will reflect gender and regional balance. The human rights situation of People of African Descent in the respective countries will also be taken into consideration.

For More Information;

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent

June 6, 2015 2 comments

2016 Public Policy and Good Governance (PPGG) DAAD Master Scholarships for study in Germany (Fully Funded with 750 €/month Stipend)

by lanredahunsi June 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

This programme is designed to further qualify future leaders in politics, law, economics and administration according to the principles of Good Governance and to prepare them in a praxis-oriented course for their professional life.

The programme offers very good graduates with a first university degree the chance to obtain a Master’s degree in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political and economic development of their home country. With this programme, DAAD intends to contribute to the support of Good Governance and civil society structures in selected partner countries and regions.

The following Master courses can be undertaken at selected Universities.

Hertie School of Governance, Berlin: Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Universität Duisburg-Essen: M.A. Development and Governance
Willy Brandt School of Public Policy at the University of Erfurt: Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Leuphania Universität Lüneburg: Public Economics, Law and Politics (PELP)
Hochschule Osnabrück: Management in Non-Profit Organisationen
Universität of Osnabrück: Master Demokratisches Regieren und Zivilgesellschaft
Univeristät Passau: Governance and Public Policy – Staatswissenschaften
Universität Potsdam: Public Policy and Management

Scholarship Worth:

DAAD pays a monthly scholarship rate of currently 750 €.
The scholarship also includes contributions to health insurance in Germany.
In addition, DAAD grants an appropriate travel allowance as well as a study and research subsidy and in applicable cases rent subsidies and / or family allowances.
DAAD-scholarship holders are exempt from tuition fees.

Eligibility Requirements:

Very well qualified graduates with a first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) who in the future want to actively contribute to the social and economic development of their home countries.
The scholarships are offered both for young graduates without professional experience and for mid-career professionals.
The scholarship scheme is open to candidates from Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia as well as from countries in the Middle East (see list of countries).

Application

Please submit your application for the Master courses and for the DAAD scholarship solely to the Master courses you have selected at the respective university (not DAAD). Please check the deadlines on the homepages of the elected Master courses. You are allowed to submit your application to up to three Master courses listed below.

Application
Motivation Letter containing a precise description of the applicant’s academic / professional and personal reasons for wishing to participate in the programme
Full Curriculum Vitae including information about precise field of study and, if applicable, description of job experience
Copies of all certificates
Recent language Certificates
Two letters of recommendation by university professors and/or current or former employer

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the DAAD Master Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance

June 6, 2015 1 comment

2015 tvebiomovies Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change ( Win all expense paid trip to Paris, France)

by lanredahunsi June 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: 23.00 GMT 17 August 2015.

Are you between 18 and 30 and passionate about combating climate change?

The Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change showcasing youth climate action.

The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change has teamed up with tve to launch a video competition for the best youth climate projects happening around the globe.

And the prize for two lucky winners is a trip to the Paris Climate conference in December and the chance to produce daily video blogs and stories for an audience on the web on events, people and activities of interest to young people around the globe.

tvebiomovies is a film competition now in its sixth year, and open to people around the world with access to a camera. Submit a winning film about the action you are taking on climate change and you could win a trip to Paris to report on the Climate Change talks in December.

Alternatively, you could receive US$300 to produce a one-minute film about the environment. Which bit of the environment? Choose a category and decide. Your film could be funny or serious, an animation, a drama or a documentary.

Guidelines

Entrants must be between 18 and 30 year old on 15 November 2015.
Films must be a maximum of three minutes in duration, including credits and titles. Any film that is longer than this length will be disqualified.
Films should be short reports about the activity or action in which you are involved.
Films must be submitted to tve ([email protected]) via file transfer (www.wetransfer.com) in the format of flv, mov, mp4, wmv or zip along with a completed online entry form.
You must agree to all the terms and conditions to enter the competition.

How to Enter:

Make a three minute film about the action you are involved in to combat climate change.
Complete your entry using the online form and send the film before 23.00 GMT 17 August 2015. The videos may be recorded in any language, but English subtitles must be provided.
Films which meet the criteria will be uploaded to tve‘s You Tube channel tveinspiringchange and a shortlist of entries will be viewed by the judging panel.

Categories:

There are two categories for you to choose from. In each one, 3 films would be commissioned t. The completed films will be shown on YouTube and the one in each category which has the most views will win US$1500!

The two categories are:

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Green Economy Prize
The International Year of Soils 2015 Prize.

Prize:

The winner in each category – the film which receives the most views on tve‘s Inspiring Change YouTube channel – will receive US$1500 If your film is commissioned, there’s a 1 in 3 chance of winning! Shorlisted films will also be screened in Paris at the UN COP21/CMP11 Conference in December 2015.
Each winner will receive:
- Round trip to COP21/CMP11 in Paris, France from 30 November to 11 December 2015 (inclusive of accommodation and other expenses); and
- Position as a youth reporter for COP21/CMP11, responsible for assisting UNFCCC Newsroom team with videos, articles and social media posts.

Selection Criteria:

The winning entries being judged by our panel will take into account the following criteria:

Content: clearness and effectiveness of the video in documenting a story about climate change, promoting action and/or offering new solutions.
Innovation, originality, and impact: telling a climate story in a fresh and unusual way, appealing to a broad and diverse audience and encouraging further thought and action.
Technical expertise: quality of camera and audio work, effectiveness of editing and strength of script.

Enter Now for the Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the tvebiomovies Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change

June 6, 2015 1 comment

2015 IREX Make a Better World Photo Contest ($USD1,500 Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 22nd 2015

Applications are now open for the 4th IREX annual Make a Better World Photo Contest! Enter now for a chance to win cash prizes totaling over $1,000. You are encouraged to submit your best images of scenes and individuals around the world that reflect IREX’s tagline, “Make a Better World.”

Requirements:

• Entries are limited to 5 photos per person.

• Entrants may only win one prize.

• All entries must be in digital format and at the highest resolution possible in a .jpeg, .jpg, or .png format. Files submitted may not be larger than 10 megabytes.

• All entrants must hold exclusive rights to the photographs they submit and by entering are claiming such ownership.

• By entering the Contest, all entrants grant an irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide non-exclusive license to IREX, to reproduce, distribute, display and create derivative works of the entries.

2015/2016 United Nations (UN) Learning Exchange opportunity at CIVICUS, Geneva Switzerland. (€600/month stipend, fully funded)

by lanredahunsi June 5, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 3oth 2015

CIVICUS is proud to announce one United Nations (UN) Learning Exchange opportunity, sponsored by Irish Aid, focused on Strengthening the Voice of African Civil Society and human rights defenders in the international human rights system. The position will be based at the CIVICUS UN Office in Geneva from 7 September to 7 December 2015.

This Learning Exchange is designed to familiarize the candidate with the United Nations system and bring information pertaining to African civil society to the Human Rights Council (HRC), the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, and Special Procedures, (Special Rapporteurs and Working Groups are part of Special Procedures).

During a three-month period the candidate will be based in Geneva Switzerland, and work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Geneva Office. He/she will assist in the preparation of reports or statements and help to coordinate engagement during the 30th Session of the Human Rights Council, the 23rd UPR session, the Minority Forum and the Forum on Business and Human Rights.

Qualifications and Experience
•    A degree in Human Rights, International Affairs or a related field;
•    Experience of working with human rights community in one or more African countries and a thorough knowledge of regional human rights issues within Africa;
•    Fluency in English is essential, French would be an advantage;
•    Demonstrated professionalism, diplomatic skills and analytical diligence;
•    Willingness to travel to Geneva for three months.

Remuneration
Interns will receive accommodation in Geneva, round trip airfare and a stipend of €600 a month to cover living costs.

Application Procedure
To apply for this Learning Exchange opportunity, please send the following by email to [email protected] by 30 June 2015.

•    A copy of your current curriculum vitae (CV);
•    A letter explaining your interest in this post, and what skills and experience you would bring;
•    Contact details of three referees who we may contact if you are considered for this post.
Please quote the source of this advertisement in your application – ‘Opportunities For Africans’
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 United Nations (UN) Learning Exchange opportunity at CIVICUS,

June 5, 2015 0 comments

2015 Fountain Magazine Essay Contest ($USD2500+ Cash Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 4, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Essay Submission Deadline: November 30th 2015

How do you think history will record the 21st century?

Throughout human history, different periods have been captured by a defining theme: the Dark Ages… the Industrial Age… the Nuclear Age… the Information Age… the Space Age, etc.

What do you think the theme of the 21st century will be?

The age of connections? Rebirth of faith? Clash of civilizations? Age of the internet? Rise of fundamentalism? Interstellar travel? Gender equality? Human trafficking? WW III? Artificial intelligence? Genetics? Cooperation? Competition? Spiritual revolution? Secularism? Values? Ethics? …

You may include as many topics as you think are relevant; the possibilities seem endless.

One may feel it is too early to determine the theme of what is still a new century. Yet, we believe it can prove useful to project the future and to be prepared for the coming days. Maybe, with enough preparation, it’s even possible to change the course of history before it’s too late!

So, look around and gaze into the horizon. Travel to the future and bring back some news.

Essays are expected to be factual, but with an inspirational style that will feed both our reason and soul.

Requirements:

• Contest open to all writers worldwide
• Essay word count must be between 1,500 and 2,500 words

Prize:

1st Place – $1,500
2nd Place – $750
3rd Place – $300
Two Honorable Mentions – $200 each

Submit Your Essay Now

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Fountain Magazine Essay Contest

June 4, 2015 2 comments

2016 Barclays Africa Rising Eagles Pan African Graduate Programme for Graduates across Africa

by lanredahunsi June 4, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 30th 2015

The Barclays Africa Pan African Graduate Development Programme aims to develop carefully selected, talented graduates from Africa to be the financial services sector leaders of the future.

On the programme for 12 to 18 months, you’ll be guided, moulded and trained – building up the skills and experience you’ll need to become a leader for the future. Every step of the way, our training and support will keep your development on track.

The programme spans almost every part of the business, from Retail and Business Banking to Human Resources and Financial Management. Explore the Business Areas for the full list. And rest assured – every route offers its own challenges, and its own unique opportunities

Barclays is one of the world’s biggest financial services providers. Barclays has 140 000 people across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia, and our services range from personal banking and credit cards to investment management.

Requirements:

To start with, you’ll need a postgraduate qualification (minimum NQF Level 8) in computer science, maths, statistics, finance, engineering, business science, informatics, law or risk management. Plus less than 24 months’ permanent work experience (excluding temporary work during your full-time studies).
The Opportunity is in every country in which Barclays Africa operates – Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, the Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe
Every bit as important as academic achievements and practical experience, however, will be the personal qualities you bring. You must be eager to learn, happy to share your opinions, and focused clearly on what you want to achieve.

Benefits:

You’ll start your career with us by spending 12 months as a Barclays Rising Eagle, laying the foundations for your future success. Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to fast-track your career dreams. You’ll be guided and mentored by industry experts, building up the skills and experience you’ll need to become a true leader.

What to expect from the Graduate Programme and beyond:

Development in leadership and self-management skills
Development in client-centricity and related behavioural skills
Development in technical job-related skills
Specific product knowledge
Access to a global network of connected, professional and highly innovative thinkers
Exposure to the most up-to-date operating systems
Exposure to our local and global markets, and to the financial industry as a whole.

Application Procedure:

Applications for the 2016 intake are open until 30 June 2015.
Barclays are looking for outstanding graduates who will have obtained a postgraduate qualification (before January 2016) in one of the following disciplines:
Commerce Statistics
Engineering Applied Mathematics
Actuarial Science Financial Mathematics
IT Accounting (CA and CIMA)
Risk Management Investment Management

Apply Now for the 2016 Barclays Africa Rising Eagles Graduate Programme for Africans

For More Information:

VIsit the Official Webpage of the Barclays Africa Rising Eagles Graduate Programme

June 4, 2015 1 comment

2015 Phandulwazi nge China Scholarship Programme for visiting scholars from Africa

by lanredahunsi June 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 30 June 2015 (midnight CAT-no late applications will be considered).

Phandulwazi nge China (isiXhosa for Understanding China) scholarships offer opportunities for African researchers to spend research time at the Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS). The aim is to advance mutual learning and a better exchange on interpretations of the impact of Chinese engagement in Africa, expanding the African knowledge base.

The Phandulwazi nge China scholarship targets citizens of African states from academia or the broader civil society with a proven research interest in China-Africa relations.

The programme particularly addresses African scholars who are preparing for a stay in China or are returning from a longer stay in China. With the scholarship, African citizens are supported to continue working on China and China- Africa relations and to deepen their analytical work.

The scholarship involves:

A fully funded 3-month visit at the CCS at Stellenbosch University, in the second half of 2015, including a fully funded short research trip to China during the stay at the CCS.
Providing space for-and strengthening experience in evidence-based research that feeds into policy recommendation.
Work and interaction with research within the CCS, with an opportunity for intellectual exchange and public engagement on a topic relevant for China-Africa relations.
Publication of research results in a CCS publication format.

Applicants must:

Be a citizen of an African state.
Have a strong social science, humanities, law or economics background.
Be diligent and reliable in their work and have proven strong writing and research skills.
(Basic) Mandarin language skills are not prerequisite, but will be an asset in the application

Application:

The CCS offers a scholarship for the time between August and October 2015.
Applications must include a full CV (max. 3 pages) and motivation letter of no more than 500 words.
A brief research outline (max. 750 words), with clear title, research question, abstract and methodology.
In addition to the research outline, include a short literature review and bibliography (max. 500 words excluding the bibliography)
Applications should indicate institutional affiliation
Scholars will be expected to compile their findings in a CCS Research Report
Please send all application documents to [email protected], subject line: Phandulwazi application 2015

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Phandulwazi nge China (isiXhosa for Understanding China) scholarships

June 2, 2015 0 comments

2015 Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award for Innovative entreprises around the globe ( 10.000 Euro Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: 31^st August 2015!

The Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award (SEA) looks for businesses/projects/ideas, whose innovative, lucrative business models have found the solution to a corporate problem. Independent from size, industry or country everybody is invited to submit his project, idea and business model focused on Sustainable Entrepreneurship.

In addition to the “sustainability funds“,with a volume of 30 – 50 million euro, floated with the Frankfurt School Financial Services GmbH, we offer a high ranked interface to projects and investors as well as themed events around “sustainable entrepreneurship”, SEA can provide specific consulting to help you with issues and questions from funding, marketing/distribution, communication and many other subjects.

With the objective to encourage sustainable and innovative working businesses, to bring their pioneering ideas and projects further to gain new achievements to a livable future.

Eligibility Requirements:

Independent from size, industry or country everybody is invited to submit his idea, project or business model linked to sustainable entrepreneurship.

Categories:

The SEA has a total of eight separate categories:

Integration & Social; Climate, Environment & Energy; Knowledge & Education; Mobility & Technological Innovations; Development & Services; Lifestyle & Culture, Urban & Regional Development, and Health & Medicine.

Benefits

The best projects and ideas will be honored within a festive Gala in Vienna, in November 2015.
The most outstanding Project will be rewarded with a price endowed with 10.000 Euro.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Sustainable Entrepreneurship Award

June 2, 2015 1 comment

2016 Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho:MEXT) Scholarships for study in Japan

by lanredahunsi June 2, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology(MEXT） offers scholarships to international students who wish to study at Japanese universities as undergraduate students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program for 2016 as follows.

Interested students may choose one of the respective areas of study:

Those who wish to study in Japan as an undergraduate student must choose a field of study (major) from (1) or (2) below. Applicants may enter a first, second, and third choice.

Social Sciences and Humanities -A: Law, Politics, Pedagogy, Sociology, Literature, History, Japanese language, others. Social Sciences and Humanities-B: Economics, Business Administration. Note 1: Applicants who wish to major in fields other than those listed above (“others”) may have difficulties in finding universities that can accept them. Note 2: Any fields related to “Economics” and “Business Administration” in Humanities B are not included in “others.”
Natural Sciences
Natural Sciences-A: Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), Electric and Electronic Studies (Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Information Engineering), Mechanical Studies (Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture), Civil Engineering and Architecture (Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering), Chemical Studies (Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Textile Engineering), other fields (Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Biotechnology).
Natural Sciences-B: Agricultural studies (Agriculture, Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Forestry, Food Science, Fisheries), Hygienic studies (Pharmacy, Hygienics, Nursing), and Science (Biology).
Natural Sciences-C: Medicine, and Dentistry. Note: A student who intends to major in Natural Sciences and would like to choose more than one major is required to choose and select first-, second-, and third-choice subjects from the subjects in parentheses from within the same course (i.e. Natural Sciences A, B or C). However, a student who selects Course C as his/her first choice may choose his/her second-choice subjects from Course B or C and third-choice subject from Course B as Course C offers only two subjects.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Japanese Government Scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

Applicants must have the nationality of a country which has diplomatic relations with the Japanese government;
You need to be born between April 2, 1994 and April 1, 1999;
Applicants must either have completed a 12-year regular course of school education or have graduated from a school equivalent to an upper secondary school in Japan;
Applicants must be willing to learn the Japanese language and deepen their understanding on Japan;
Applicants must be physically and mentally healthy enough to pursue study at a university in Japan;
Selected applicants must acquire “College Student” visas before entering Japan. The visas should be issued at the Japanese diplomatic mission, located in the country of applicants, nationality;
Applicants must be able to arrive in Japan between the 1st and 7th of April 2016.

Scholarship Worth:

The Japanese Government will provide:

Monthly fee of 117.000 Japanese yens (In case that the recipient research in a designated region, 2,000 or 3,000 yen per month will be added. The monetary amount each year may be subject to change due to budgetary reasons.);
Travel fee to and from Japan;
Accommodation at the Universities campus.

Application

Applicants must submit the following documents to the Japanese diplomatic missions by the required date.

The submitted documents will not be returned. You need the following documents:

Application Form (by the prescribed forms);
Placement Preference Form (prescribed form for applicants for direct placement only);
Photographs (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, Upper body, Full-faced, Uncapped) taken within the past 6 months (name and nationality should be written on the reverse photo to be pasted onto the application documents. Digital photographs also acceptable);
Academic transcript for the past 3 years;
Recommendation from the principal or the adviser of the last school attended;
Graduation certificate of the last school attended (or certificate of expected graduation for an applicant due to graduate) -Certificate of passage of university entrance qualification examination (if applicable);
Certificate of enrollment (for an applicant currently enrolled in a university);
Medical certificate (on the prescribed form).

For More Information:

List of Japenese Government Diplomatic Mission in Your Country

Visit the Official Webpage of the Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho:MEXT) Scholarships for study in Japan

The Official Call for Scholarships

June 2, 2015 11 comments

2015 43North Global Business Plan Competition for Startups/Entrepreneurs around the World ($USD5 Million Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 24, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

Eyes On the Million Dollar Prize

Think your startup is ready to take on the world? Here’s your chance to prove it

43North gives out $5 million in cash prizes each year to some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs and startups from around the globe.

43North is the world’s largest business idea competition, awarding $5 million in cash awards, including a top prize of $1 million, to the best startups and entrepreneurs from around the world. With an unsurpassed prize purse of $5 million, 43North is looking for innovative, ambitious startups with scalable business ideas.

43North is part of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Buffalo Billion initiative, with support from the New York Power Authority.

Eligibility Requirements:

43North is open to applicants ages 18 and over, from anywhere in the world, in any industry, other than retail and hospitality.

Eligibility and Applications

To be eligible, applications shall include, but not be limited to, the following information:

a. executive summary of the business;
b. biography or biographies of the management team;
c. mission statement;
d. business objectives;
d. market overview;
e. business case; and
f. projected capital requirements and two-year projected financial budgets (together with two years of
historic financial statements if available), and such other information as requested by 43North.
g. Applicants whose business is based upon proprietary technology or methods shall provide a statement
describing the basis for their rights in such proprietary technology or methods (ie: the applicant invented
the technology or has a license for such technology).

Nature of Businesses

The Competition focuses on applicants that intend to become operating companies. All applicants must be seeking outside equity capital in addition to the awards to be awarded in the Competition. Companies that intend to license technologies from universities or research labs are encouraged.

Benefits:

Award of one $1 million grand prize, six $500,000 prizes and four $250,000 prizes.
Winners also receive incubator space for a year, mentorship, tons of marketing exposure and access to START-UP NY, which offers freedom from state taxes for 10 years.

Application Procedure:

Before entering, please read the Terms and Conditions. Here are two key points to remember:

Winners agree to locate in Buffalo, NY for a minimum of 12 months. From food trucks to some of America’s greatest art and architecture, learn why you’ll love this place as much as we do.
43North also takes a 5% equity stake in each of the winning companies.

Submit Your Application Now for the 43North Business Idea Competition 2015

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 43North Business Idea Competition

June 1, 2015 0 comments

2015 CoreNet Global Academic Challenge for Students around the World ($USD10,000 Prize plus All Expense paid to the North American Summit in Los Angeles

by lanredahunsi June 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 31st 2015

Whom: This competition is designed to attract students from all academic disciplines to tackle key challenges facing the profession

Prize: The winning team will win $10,000 (US) and also another $10,000 (US) for their Academic Institution.

CoreNet Global, the world’s leading association for corporate real estate (CRE), is launching its first-ever Academic Challenge. Students from around the world are invited to think creatively about a problem facing CRE professionals in companies like Google, AT&T, Duke Energy, AstraZeneca, Whirlpool, or many others. Your innovative ideas could help CRE departments in large corporations solve a problem.

The Academic Challenge is an important step in raising the awareness of corporate real estate as a profession and its impact on the global economy.

This competition is designed to attract students from all academic disciplines to tackle key challenges facing the profession. Teams of students (up to 5 from the same institution) and individuals are challenged to develop a new strategy for management of the entire real estate portfolio that provides the enterprise with all of the required space and develops the resource fluidity requested by the CEO.

Who can participate?

The CoreNet Global Academic Challenge is open to:

Individual students, or teams of up to 5 from the same institution
Full-time or part-time*
Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D., etc.
Any recognized institution of higher learning

Teams

Individual students, or team of up to 5 from the same institution
Full-time or part-time*
Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D., etc.
Any recognized institution of higher learning

*Participants must be currently enrolled with their respective institution at the time they submit their response for Round One.

Schedule

All Challenge Submissions Due 31 July
Final Round 18 October

The submission period is open several months to accommodate the wide variety of calendars at universities around the world. The project should not take more than a month or so to complete.

Prizes and Recognition:

The top 3 teams will be flown to the North American Summit in Los Angeles to present; they will be given complimentary passes to the Summit and one –year student memberships to CoreNet Global.
The winning team will receive $10,000 to be equally divided between team members. In addition, the host institution of the winning individual or team will be awarded a grant of $10,000 to support the study of corporate real estate.

E-Mail: [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the CoreNet Global Academic Challenge

June 1, 2015 0 comments

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2016 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Fellowships (€100,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 16th 2015

Prize: Each of the five Laureates will receive an award of €100,000. Including Israel.

Created in 1998, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards program identifies and supports eminent women in science throughout the world. Each year, five Awards Laureates are recognized for their contributions to the advancement of science, in Life or Physical Sciences in alternating years.

The 2016 edition of the Awards will designate five outstanding scientific researchers in the Life Sciences, working in one of each of the following regions: Africa & the Arab States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, North America.

The solutions to attracting more women to science appear so obvious that few would disagree with them. L’Oréal-UNESCO should, in particular, instill confidence in girls from an early age by showing them their own potential. More women scientists should also be able to obtain positions of responsibility, just like their male counterparts, so that future generations will have role models to inspire them.

Eligibility:

To be considered eligible for the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science international awards, the candidates must be nominated in writing by an eminent scientist.
Self-nominations are not eligible, nor are nominations from immediate family members.
Have obtained a Ph.D in life or physical sciences or pursuing studies leading to a Ph.D degree
Be a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country
Be working in a research lab or institution in one of the region’s countries or being enrolled in a doctoral programme at a university in the region
Be no more than 40 years old by the end of the application period for Ph.D and not more than 45 years for post-doctoral

Qualified Nominators:

QUALIFIED NOMINATORS?

– Heads of Universities or Scientific Institutions
– Members of the Academy of Sciences or other national scientific institutions
– Holders of research chairs
– Permanent and assistant professors
– Past For Women in Science Awards Laureates
– Holders of a Ph.D.

Candidates:

Women scientists who are:
– Recognized for their excellence among the international scientific community,
and
– Actively involved in scientific research in any field of the Life Sciences
or Physical Sciences, and
– Not directly or personally involved in the For Women in Science program,
as a jury member or otherwise, in any country.

Application Procedure:

An application is considered complete only if it includes all of the following documents:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae
A brief explanation of why the nominator considers the individual to be a worthy candidate for the L’Oréal-UNESCO Awards For Women in Science (200-400 words)
A list of publications and patents, starting with the most recent
The full text of the five most significant publications in order of importance with:
a brief resume explaining their significance (less than 200 words), number of citations for each paper excluding auto-citations and the impact factor of each journal
Three to five letters of recommendation from eminent scientists outside the candidate’s home institution

Laureates Commitments:

Each Laureate will receive a €100,000 Awards, out of which:

– €80,000 is presented personally to the Laureate, in recognition of her commitment and contribution to the advancement of scientific research.

– €20,000 must be dedicated by the Laureate to the promotion of women in science or the promotion of

science to the younger generation. The specific means of this support may include the costs related to such activities as school conferences, mentoring, and educational outreach programs, or by a direct donation to a nonprofit association or institution dedicated to the promotion of women in science.

Timeline:

Nominations closing date: 16th June 2015

Pre-selection by peer review: July 2015

Examination by the Jury: August-September 2015

Jury deliberation meeting: 15th September 2015

Awards Ceremony: March 2016

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Fellowships

June 1, 2015 1 comment

Agility Photo Competition 2015 – Capturing Modern Africa ($USD4,000 Prize)

by lanredahunsi June 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: September 30 2015

The story of today’s Africa – young, growing, urbanizing, and tech-savvy – needs to be told. As a company committed to supporting local capacity in Africa, Agility wants to capture the hope, aspirations and confidence of a new generation of Africans and the continent that they are rapidly reshaping.

Agility Africa are looking for images that will open the eyes of the world to today’s vibrant, modern African reality. Professional and amateur photographers are invited to compete for a chance to win up to $4,000.

Eligibility Requirements:

The Africa 2015 Photo Competition (the “Competition”) is open to professional and amateur photographers 18 years of age and older.
No employees of Sponsor or its affiliates, or their immediate family members, can participate in the competition.

Photo Requirements:

Photos must be taken in Africa
Photos must be high-resolution. Photo must be 20 megabytes or smaller, must be in JPG or PNG format, and must be at least 1,600 pixels wide or tall.
Photo must not have won an award at a previous photo competition.
Only minor digital editing, color correction, and cropping of the photo are allowed.
The photo must be free of Prohibited Content (as defined in the Conditions of Entry section below).

2015 CTA Web 2.0 and Social Media for Development Paid Internship, Wageningen, the Netherlands.

by lanredahunsi May 30, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Title: Intern – Web 2.0 and Social Media Development
Starting date: 1 September 2015
Duration: 6 months (renewable once)
Location: Wageningen, the Netherlands
Closing date for application: 15 June 2015

The Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) is a joint international institution of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of States and the European Union (EU). Its mission is to advance food and nutritional security, increase prosperity and encourage sound natural resource management in ACP countries

Since 2009 CTA has successfully implemented a series of training events known as Web 2.0 and Social Media Learning Opportunities in 42 ACP countries. This has resulted in approximately 3,900 trained people, 38% of whom women. Feedback from beneficiaries (individuals and institutions) has been extremely positive. In May 2013 the project was awarded the WSIS Project Prize 2013 in the category e-agriculture.

Each event lasts for 5 days and accommodates approximately 25-28 trainees who are selected on the basis of applications submitted after an open call. One day of the training is devoted to the introduction to the IMARK module ‘Social Media for Development’. This allows trainees to perfect their skills through self-learning. In 2014/2015, CTA will extend the initiative to additional ACP countries in partnership with local host institutions.

Eligibility Requirements:

A CTA team coordinates the implementation of the project. The auxiliary staff will work under the guidance of the project team leader and in collaboration with the other team members.

Recent graduate, 29 years old maximum.
National of one of the ACP or EU States signatory to the Cotonou Agreement (79 African, Caribbean and Pacific States – http://www.acp.int/content/secretariat-acp – and the European Union Member States).
University degree in ICT or communication-related disciplines.
Experience and keen interest in the area of ICTs, Web 2.0 and Social Media.
Knowledge in managing CMS (Joomla) is welcome.
Experience in designing and administering online survey instruments is welcome.
Good organization, inter-personal and communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of one of the Centre’s two working languages (French or English) and a satisfactory knowledge of the other.

BENEFITS

Participation in CTA activities will give you an invaluable experience at international level.
Internship stipend (€ 800 per month for holder of a Bachelor’s degree, € 1,000 for holder of a Master’s degree).
Payment of travel costs when joining and leaving the Centre.
Medical coverage for emergency cases of sickness and accident during the internship.

DUTIES

Under the guidance of his/her mentor, the intern will carry out the following activities:

Assist in the organisation and follow-up of the Web 2.0 and Social Media Learning Opportunities.
Assist in the selection of participants for distance learning courses.
Interact and collaborate remotely with consultants, host organizations and beneficiaries using cutting edge technology.
Assist in gathering and processing data for M&E purposes and for assessing project impact.
Contribute to the gathering of feedback from beneficiaries including stories about success and failures.
Contribute to the analysis of the results of impact assessments.
Maintain the Web2fordev.net web site
Promote Web 2.0 and and related social media platforms.
Report on project activities via social media.
Perform other tasks as requested by the supervisor

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are required to send the documents listed below via email to Pascal Deleu, Human Resources Officer. Email: [email protected]

Please indicate in the “Subject” of the email the title ‘ICT4D and Web2forDev internship application’.

A letter of motivation (maximum one page explaining why the candidate considers that he/she is in a position to successfully contribute to project implementation and what he/she expects to gain from the internship. The date of earliest availability should be specified as well);
An up-to-date curriculum vitae, preferably EUROPASS format ;
Copies of the highest diploma/degree as well as training certificates related to the position. Original documents are to be presented once a candidate is selected.
Two letters of recommendation and/or references.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ICT4D and Web2forDev internship

May 30, 2015 0 comments

2015 Google Impact Challenge for Disabilities (USD$20 million Grant)

by lanredahunsi May 29, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 30, 2015 at 2:00 pm, Pacific Daylight Time.

An open invitation to aim our collective might at creating real, impactful change.

Google.org is looking for your biggest and best ideas for how technology can expand opportunity and independence for people with disabilities. Google is committing USD 20 million in grant funding toward this goal, some of which may be awarded to organizations identified through this call for ideas.

Exciting ideas are already becoming a reality. For instance, 3D-printed prosthetic limbs, eye-controlled communication software, and remote hearing diagnostics are part of a wave of current innovations that have the potential to change the trajectory of solutions available to people with disabilities.

Google hopes that the Google Impact Challenge will propel even more technological innovation that will create meaningful and positive change for people with disabilities.

Requirements:

Organization Eligibility

Nonprofits and public charities from any country are eligible to submit an idea. Your organization must hold valid and current charity status as determined by the legislation of your country of incorporation.

Language

All ideas must be submitted in English.

How to Apply

Ideas must be submitted via online portal and will be evaluated on a rolling basis. Ideas should be

transformative and address not only the change you seek for your organization, but also the change you want to see in the world.
apply technology in a way that is innovative and effective. Technology shouldn’t just make your existing work more efficient; it should create or enable entirely new solutions and approaches.
involve the development of cutting-edge technology.
be able to articulate a way in which it could ultimately reach a large number of people.

Submit your Idea for the Google Impact Disability Challenge 2015

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Google Impact Disability Challenge

May 29, 2015 0 comments

Apply Now to Join the 2015 Ampion Venture Bus for African Tech Startups/Creatives.

by lanredahunsi May 29, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

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AMPION is looking forward to your applications for the Venture Bus 2015!

Amplifying Pioneership (Ampion) the Berlin-based accelerator and advisory firm promoting technology entrepreneurship in Africa, is no accepting application for the latest round of its pan-African bus tours for corporate executives, startup founders, and investors.

In 2015, for its third edition, The Ampion Venture Bus Africa will take over 200 Ampioneers on 5 buses.

50% of the Ampioneers comes from Africa, the other 50% come from the all over the world. The organizers are specifically looking for young participants with an entrepreneurial flair who strive to fulfill their goals, whilst enhancing their skills, international contacts and business partners.

Now in its third year the buses will hit the road between September and December with trips across East Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, and Tunisia.

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East African Venture Bus
Date: 22.Oct. – 28.Oct. 2015
Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible)

The region: In a recently released study, East Africa’s Rwanda was ranked first globally in ICT promotion by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Adding to this, East Africa is home to some of the fastest growing tech-markets world-wide such as Kenya. Nairobi’s BRCK raised $1.2M in seed funding last year and more than 100k via kickstarter. Leading companies and foundations world-wide are investing in East African innovation.

What’s happening?

The Venture Bus starts in Dar es Salaam, passing Arusha (both Tanzania), Nairobi, Kisumu (both Kenia), Kampala (Uganda) and ending in Kigali (Rwanda).

In East Africa, Ampion was personally invited by Minister of Youth and ICT Jean Philbert Nsengimana to attend and pitch at the Transform Africa Summit in Kigali. Expect to meet renowned and highly esteemed jury members and guests at the East African Grand Final when you pitch your startup.
Ampion is cooperating with leading financial institutes, government agencies and pharma companies in the region to help participants work on eHealth, FinTech and Governance related innovations.

Apply Now for the Ampion East Africa Venture Bus

West African Venture Bus
Date: 17.Sept. – 23.Sept. 2015
Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible

The region: West Africa is home to Africa’s biggest tech market: Nigeria.

The Venture Bus will bring you to five buzzing countries oozing entrepreneurial spirit. Many successful tech companies have emerged from West Africa, like IrokoTV, dubbed as the ‘netflix of Africa’. Scaling your IT or mobile business in the highly populous West Africa has immense potential.

What’s happening?

In the West Africa region, Ampion cooperates with partners who will encourage you to work with them on eHealth, FinTech and Governance related startups.
The Venture Bus will bring you from Abidjan (Ivory Coast) to Cape Coast and Accra (both Ghana), Lomé (Togo) and Contonou (Benin) and visit all major HUBs in the region such as ispace and ccHUB. Here, tailored events will get you in touch with local investors and serial entrepreneurs.
The Grand Final is incorporated in the largest pitching competition on the continent: DEMOAfrica. Get ready to launch your business!

Apply Now for the Ampion West Africa Venture Bus

Southern African Venture Bus
Date: 12.Nov. – 19.Nov. 2015
Topic of the Bus: Hardware Agriculture

The region: Southern Africa is where it all started: In 2013, the first Venture Bus in Africa travelled from Harare, Zimbabwe to Cape Town, South Africa.
One of the startups developed on that very bus, sterio.me, has not only won several awards but also received extensive funding and is now fully operating in Lesotho, employing a staff of five.
Another startup developed by Venture Bus alumni is currently building up a free WiFi network in Zimbabwe. The well-established startup ecosystem in Southern Africa increases your chances of a quick market entry with your startup developed on the Venture Bus.

What’s happening?

Starting in Windhoek (Namibia) you will pass Gaborone (Botswana), Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Beaufort (all South Africa).
Visit the creative Fablab Namibia and get ready for a special event at the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship in Jo’burg.
The final day will culminate in no less than a pitch at Africa’s biggest IT-Convention, AfricaCOM in Cape Town which will bring in 300+ speakers from the worlds most esteemed tech companies.
The focus of the 2015 South Africa Bus is on Agricultural Hardware.
You will have the chance to get in touch with local tech and makerspace communities to present, discuss and work on your innovation.

Apply Now for the Ampion Southern Africa Venture Bus

Moroccan Venture Bus
Date: 11. Sept. – 17. Sept. 2015

The region:

Organisations such as the Maroc Numeric Fund invest with institutional funds of $11m USD into the Moroccan startup scene.
One of the biggest players in the Moroccan startup economy is OCP (Office Chérifien des Phosphates), the world’s largest exporter of phosphate.
OCP’s Entrepreneurship Network is already cooperating with many local experts and stakeholders such as Startup Maroc, Endeavor Morocco, Mowgli Mentoring, and Réseau Maroc Entreprendre.

What’s happening?

The expert organisations working under the umbrella of the OCP Entrepreneurship Network as well as the association Maroc Entrepreneurs are now looking to work with the Ampion Venture Bus.
There are plenty of funding opportunities in Morocco for promising business models – learn about the local market on the Ampion Venture Bus and gain a foothold in one of Africa’s most promising and fast-growing economies.
The Grand Final will take place at the Shape Africa Conference in Rabat, organised by Global Shapers. It will be the biggest tech conference in the country in 2015.

Apply Now for the Ampion Morrocan Venture Bus

Tunisian Venture Bus
Date: 12.Dec. – 18.Dec. 2015
Topic of the Bus: female empowerment, 100% female participants

The region:

Tunisia is a young democracy with a lot of ambition – investment opportunities for tech startups are on a historical all-time high in the country and there is a general feeling of dynamism and positivity towards entrepreneurship.

What’s happening?

This Bus is invariable for Females! If you are a talented female coder, designer or business developer this is your chance to step into the limelight.
In cooperation with SUST (startup systeme Tunisie) we get you in touch with Tunisia’s most exciting tech communities.
The trip starts in Tunis, visiting Kairouan, Touzeur, Gabes, Sfax and Hamamet to finally finish again in Tunis.
The Bus in 2014 in Tunisia was a big success, so expect the locals to welcome you with open arms and to be highly interested in cooperating with you on your startup innovation.

Apply Now for the Ampion Tunisian Venture Bus

Participation fee :

AMPION raises a participation fee to contribute to covering the costs associated with the trip. (These fees cover only part of the cost; participation is subsidised by our partners and sponsors).

The fee must be paid in advance in order conﬁrm your spot. Please check out the information on the following list to ﬁnd out about the valid fee for yourself.

Profile of Participant Fees

African passport holder and currently

student (proof required) $50

African passport holder & African resident $100

Non-African resident and currently student

(proof required) $200

Non-African resident $350

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Ampion Venture Bus Africa 2015

May 29, 2015 1 comment

2015 Guardian Global Development Photography Competition: share your photos of ‘rain’

by lanredahunsi May 28, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: Friday 26 June 2015.

What does “rain” mean to you? The organizers are asking development professionals to share photographs on the theme of “rain” around the world. Whether it’s collecting the rain in buckets, carrying on with life through flood waters, or waiting for an end to a drought, we’d like to see what rain means to different people around the world.

GuardianWitness is the home of user-generated content on the Guardian. Contribute your video, pictures and stories, and browse news, reviews and creations submitted by others.

Guideline:

The competition is open to those working in the global development sector.
Photographs submitted to the competition should have been taken during the course of your work.
You must be over 18 to enter and you need to upload the highest possible resolution of your shot via GuardianWitness.
You’ll also need to provide a caption of up to 80 words on where it was taken, what’s happening in the shot, and what inspired you to take it. You must also supply your full name

The Prizes

1. The winner will receive one Steripen. GNM accepts no responsibility for any costs associated with the prize that are not expressly included in the prize.

2. The winner will be notified by email on or after Friday 10th July 2015 and given details of how to claim their prize.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Guardian Global Development Photography Competition

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Before You Apply, please ensure that:

Application Essay for the 2016 World Bank Group YPP Selection Process

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About The XIV World Forestry Congress

Where: Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre When: 7-11 September 2015, Durban, South Africa

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East African Venture Bus Date: 22.Oct. – 28.Oct. 2015 Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible)

West African Venture Bus Date: 17.Sept. – 23.Sept. 2015 Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible

Southern African Venture Bus Date: 12.Nov. – 19.Nov. 2015 Topic of the Bus: Hardware Agriculture

Moroccan Venture Bus Date: 11. Sept. – 17. Sept. 2015

Tunisian Venture Bus Date: 12.Dec. – 18.Dec. 2015 Topic of the Bus: female empowerment, 100% female participants

Participation fee :

The Prizes

Where: Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre
When: 7-11 September 2015, Durban, South Africa

East African Venture Bus
Date: 22.Oct. – 28.Oct. 2015
Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible)

West African Venture Bus
Date: 17.Sept. – 23.Sept. 2015
Topic of the Bus: eHealth, FinTech and Governance (not exclusive, other topics possible

Southern African Venture Bus
Date: 12.Nov. – 19.Nov. 2015
Topic of the Bus: Hardware Agriculture

Moroccan Venture Bus
Date: 11. Sept. – 17. Sept. 2015

Tunisian Venture Bus
Date: 12.Dec. – 18.Dec. 2015
Topic of the Bus: female empowerment, 100% female participants