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2015 Hague Institute for Global Justice Summer Internship Programme, Switzerland (€600/Month Stipend)

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Application Deadline: 12 of April 2015

When: 1st of June 2015 – 28 August 2015
Whom: The program is open to current or recent graduate students and runs from 1 June to 28 August each year.

The Hague Institute is currently accepting applications for its 2015 Summer Fellowship

The Institute’s highly selective Summer Fellowship program was launched in Summer 2013 with the aim of developing the skills of graduate students in an interdisciplinary approach to global justice.

Fellows contribute to ongoing research projects, as well as assisting in the wider activities of the Institute.

The Hague Institute for Global Justice is an independent, nonpartisan organization established to conduct interdisciplinary policy-relevant research, develop practitioner tools, and convene experts, practitioners and policymakers to facilitate knowledge sharing. Through this work the Institute aims to contribute to, and further strengthen, the global framework for preventing and resolving conflict and promoting international peace.

In addition to full- and part-time job openings, The Hague Institute provides temporary opportunities for graduate and recent graduate students. Vacancies are posted as needed and recruitment takes place on a rolling basis each season.

Eligibility

  1. Graduate or current student enrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s Program in the field of public international law, international relations, political sciences, conflict studies, or related disciplines;
  2. To meet Netherlands visa requirements, eligibility for the program is limited to (i) EU citizens and (ii) non-EU citizens enrolled in a university course at the time of their Fellowship;

  3. Demonstrated commitment to the mission and objectives of The Hague Institute and a strong desire to work in the field of peace and justice; 

  4. Excellent analytical and organizational skills;
  5. Excellent communication skills;
  6. Knowledge of the English language (fluent) and preferably one other official language of the UN.

Duties and Responsibilities

Fellows contribute approximately 38 hours per week to the Institute. They assist research staff with the following tasks:

  • Research activities
  • Drafting of reports, policy briefs and other publications
  • Organization of expert meetings / events
  • Administration

Benefits

  • The Hague Institute will offer a stipend of €600 (pro rata) for the duration of their tenure at the Institute.
  • Additional costs such as housing, travel, living expenses, visa arrangements and medical insurance connected with the program must be borne by the Fellows. 

Application Process

Please send: 

  • A resume
  • A cover letter
  • A brief writing sample
  • Two reference letters

Email: [email protected]  

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Hague Institute for Global Justice

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Hague Institute for Global Justice Winter Internship Programme 2015 (600 EUR per month)

by lanredahunsi
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Application Deadline: November 7 2014

Duration

The internship is for a period of three months.  The internship period for Winter/Spring 2015 is from 12 January until 31 May 2015.

The Hague Institute is now accepting applications for Its Winter internship program.

Interns provide crucial support to the operations of The Hague Institute. The Institute supports interns to develop skills in research, project management and event organization. Interns are recruited on a rolling basis to one of two positions:

The Hague Institute for Global Justice offers genuine supervision of the internship, a dynamic and flexible work environment, and motivated and energetic staff.

 

Program Intern

The work of the Program Intern is focused on The Hague Institute’s three research programs:  Conflict Prevention, Rule of Law and Global Governance. Program Interns provide research and administrative support and can expect to work on a wide range of projects.

Qualifications and Criteria for Selection

  1. At least a Bachelor’s level degree in the field of public international law, international relations, political science, conflict studies, or related disciplines. Current undergraduates are also encouraged to apply.
  2. Demonstrated commitment to the mission and objectives of The Hague Institute and a strong desire to work in the field of peace and justice.
  3. Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  4. Excellent communication skills.
  5. Fluent in the English language and preferably one other official language of the UN.

Communications Intern

The Institute seeks a highly motivated and detail oriented Communications Intern who will provide valuable support in event organization, digital outreach and traditional communications. The role requires excellent organizational skills as well as a keen interest in the substantive issues addressed by The Hague Institute.

Qualifications and Criteria for Selection

  1. At least a Bachelor’s level degree in journalism, communications, public international law, international relations, political sciences, conflict studies, or related disciplines. Applications from current undergraduates are also welcomed.
  2. Superior writing and communications skills
  3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of social media outreach
  4. Commitment to the mission and objectives of The Hague Institute and a strong desire to work in the field of journalism, communications, marketing and peace and justice.
  5. Interest in current affairs
  6. Excellent analytical and organizational skills
  7. Native or near-native command of the English language and preferably one other official language of the UN.

Internship

  • The internship provides a stipend of 600 EUR per month.
  • Additional expenses, including housing, travel, living expenses and medical insurance connected with the program must be borne by interns.
  • The Hague Institute is unable to support visas for internships.
  •   All applicants must be eligible to work in the Netherlands to apply for the internship.

 

Application Process

Please provide us with your:

  1. Resume
  2. Letter of motivation
  3. A brief writing sample (for example, an academic essay or op-ed)
  4. Two reference letters (either professional or academic)

Completed applications must be emailed to [email protected].

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Training School: Climate Change Justice on Rule of Law through Good Governance.

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Application Deadline: 30 July 2014.

From Monday to Friday 6-10 October 2014, the Rule of law Program at The Hague Institute for Global Justice, in partnership with The European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) will be hosting a one-week Training School on Climate Change Justice: Rule of Law through Good Governance.

The aim of the Training School is to educate the participants on social science, legal instruments and mechanisms used to prevent and solve climate change and its consequences, such as migration – with a focus on Europe particularly.

Application Requirements:

The Hague Institute invites interested candidates to submit a complete application to Ms. Marie-Laure Poiré at [email protected] with ‘Application to October 2014 Training School: your name’ in the email subject line.

 

Applicants will be selected on the basis of whether they are:

  • A COST Action partner and member,
  • Currently studying for a PhD or a Post Docs in a European University or a Near Neighboring Country,
  • A NGO, Think Tank or IGO official and policy makers or
  • An early career and academic researcher.

Trainees/students from outside European or from a country are permitted to apply and attend Training Schools but would need to self-finance.

Benefits:

  • EU COST Action Network will cover participants travel and accommodation costs.
  • The THIGJ will provide the venue and facilities in The Hague.
  • The venue consists of teaching and training facilities and all technical equipment.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the The Hague Institute for Global Justice

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Fellowships

Ijr-the Hague Institute Transitional Justice Fellowship Programme For African Nationals.

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Application Deadline:

IJR Deadline: April 15 2014

Hague Institute Deadline: 17 May, 2014,

The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) and The Hague Institute for Global Justice (The Hague Institute) are pleased to announce the convening of a three week intensive Transitional Justice in Africa Fellowship Programme (Fellowship Programme).

This is a residential programme which will be held in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa from 8-20 June 2014 and immediately followed by a week in The Hague, Netherlands from 21-27 June 2014.

The 2014 Ijr-the Hague Institute Transitional Justice Fellowship will be open to African nationals living in the African continent. Applicants from Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Mali, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda and Zimbabwe will be given preference.

The programme was designed to attract and bring together scholars and practitioners in the field of transitional justice to compare, reflect, research and write on their experiences and lessons learned from activities, projects and programmes in their respective countries.

The Fellowship Programme aims to effectively equip participants to address challenges specific to democratic transitions by exposing them to various transitional justice tools.

Application requirements

To be considered eligible for this Fellowship Programme, you should meet the following criteria:

  • A post-graduate degree in a discipline broadly related to Transitional Justice 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience in the realm of transitional justice, reconciliation and/or social cohesion, social justice.
  • Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • This will be necessary to read prescribed texts as well as to participate in group discussions.

If you are interested in applying for admission to this program, please submit to us the following documents in English:

  • A detailed resume or Curriculum Vitae of no more than 3 pages.
  • The full contact details of 2 contactable references 1-2 page letter of motivation indicating why you wish to participate in this program 1-2 page abstract/talking points addressing the following themes to be discussed by Fellows:
  • (a) Strengthening the Rule of Law in home-country;
  • (b) The right to truth in transitional justice and challenges of/opportunities for localized investigations and prosecutions; and
  • (c) cross-border tensions in home-country and the need for regional reconciliation.
  • Letter of commitment or institutional endorsement of applicant’s suitability to participate in the Fellowship Programme and a commitment to implement at least one follow-up activity in-country within one year of the end of the Fellowship Programme

Timeline

  • The closing date for applications is the April 15, 2014.
  • Telephonic interviews will be conducted soon thereafter and successful candidates notified no later than the April 30, 2014.

NB Please email your complete application to Ms Anthea Flink on [email protected] with ‘Application to 2014 Fellowship Programme: your name’ in the email subject line.

Only complete applications will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the status of their application.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Ijr-the Hague Institute Transitional Justice Fellowship Programme 

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