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The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)

Konrad Adenauer Foundation International Affairs Internship Programme 2021 for young Africans

by OFA August 17, 2020

written by OFA

Application Deadline:15 September 2020.

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), otherwise known as the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, is a German political foundation named after the first chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. KAS operates worldwide with the aim to promote democracy through political education and training.

Since 1999 KAS has funded an internship programme, run by SAIIA in conjunction with the University of the Witwatersrand.

Requirements

This internship programme provides successful candidates with the opportunity of enrolling for a Masters degree by course work in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Economics, Law or Journalism at Wits, while simultaneously working at SAIIA.
The successful applicants have to meet the entry requirements for a Masters degree at Wits, namely a minimum average of 70%, and should not be older than 30 years.
The duration of the internship is from February to November each year.
Successful candidates receive a full bursary for their tuition fees and a monthly stipend to cover their living costs and accommodation.

KAS also funds an internship programme in conjunction with SAIIA’s Cape Town branch and the University of Cape Town. It is essential that any applicant to the SAIIA/KAS Cape Town-based scholarship must apply to, and be admitted into the UCT Politics Department’s Masters Programme (which includes five separate streams, namely: Public Policy and Admin; Political Science; International Relations; Justice and Transformation; and Politics, Philosophy & Economics).

The programme is output-focused and the KAS-SAIIA scholars, who are assigned to mentors, generally go on to high-profile and high-powered positions in public and private life. The scholars are supported in honing their methodological, research and writing skills, and are encouraged to:

Co-publish newspaper articles on topics relevant to the work of SAIIA and their studies;
Co-author articles in SAIIA publications; and
Improve their presentation and organisational skills.

To apply, kindly forward the following information by email to [email protected]:

A letter of motivation outlining your research interests and how you hope to use the skills gained at SAIIA in the long term;
A full CV;
Two written references (with names, addresses and phone numbers);
June Honours degree results and academic transcripts of previous degrees; and
One example of written work not exceeding 2500 words on a topic of your choice.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation International Affairs Internship Program 2021

August 17, 2020 1 comment

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung South African Affairs International Affairs Internship 2016

by lanredahunsi July 24, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 31st 2015

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is a German political foundation named after the first chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. KAS operates worldwide with the aim to promote democracy through political education and training.

Since 1999 KAS has funded an internship programme, run by SAIIA in conjunction with the University of the Witwatersrand. This internship programme provides successful candidates with the opportunity of enrolling for a Master’s degree by course work in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Economics, Law or Journalism at Wits, while simultaneously working at SAIIA.

Requirements

The successful applicants have to meet the entry requirements for a Master’s degree at Wits, namely a minimum average of 65%, and should not be older than 30 years.
The duration of the internship is from February to November each year.

Benefits

Successful candidates receive a full bursary for their tuition fees and a monthly stipend to cover their living costs and accommodation.
KAS also funds an internship programme in conjunction with SAIIA’s Cape Town branch and the University of Cape Town.
It is essential that any applicant to the SAIIA/KAS Cape Town-based scholarship must apply to, and be admitted into the UCT Politics Department’s Masters Programme (which includes five separate streams, namely: Public Policy and Administration; Political Science; International Relations; Justice and Transformation; and Politics, Philosophy & Economics).
The programme is output-focused and the KAS-SAIIA scholars, who are assigned to mentors, generally go on to high-profile and high-powered positions in public and private life. The scholars are supported in honing their methodological, research and writing skills, and are encouraged to:
Co-publish newspaper articles on topics relevant to the work of SAIIA and their studies;
Co-author articles in SAIIA publications; and
Improve their presentation and organisational skills.

How to Apply:

To apply, kindly forward the following information either by e-mail or post to SAIIA:

A letter of motivation outlining your research interests and how you hope to use the skills gained at the Institute in the long term;
A full CV;
Two written references (with names, addresses and phone numbers);
June honours degree results and academic transcripts of previous degrees; and
One example of written work not exceeding 2500 words on a topic of your choice.

Email applications can be sent to [email protected]
Posted applications can be sent to:

Mrs Khetiwe Chitambira-Mude
The South African Institute of International Affairs
PO Box 31596
Braamfontein
2017

July 24, 2015 0 comments

Scholarships South Sudan Uganda

2015 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Scholarships for South-Sudanese & Ugandans

by lanredahunsi May 12, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 29th May, 2015.

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), in collaboration with Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) announces scholarships for Bachelor and Masters degree programmes in two disciplines, namely:

Local Governance and Human Rights ( Bachelor and Masters Degree),
Democracy and Development Studies ( Bachelors Degree ).

The scholarships are targeted towards aspiring future leaders across a range of social, political, and

economic fields. Applicants will have to prove their leadership potential in order to be considered for the scholarship.

A total of 6 (six) scholarships are available and shall be awarded on a competitive basis.

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is a German political foundation that works worldwide in more than 100 countries in the fostering of social, economic and political development.
Uganda Martyrs University is a faith-based institution, owned by the Catholic Episcopal Conference. Its mission includes the attainment of Social Justice, educating the whole person (holistic approach) and empowering the powerless. UMU’s mission is derived from Christian understanding of the human person.

Eligibility / Selection Criteria

Applicants must be citizens of either Uganda or South Sudan and should not be more than 30 years for bachelors programmes, and 35 years for masters programmes;
Applicants must have proof of academic excellence in previous levels of education;
Applicants shall provide a motivational letter indicating why they desire to undertake the particular course;
applicants holding leadership positions or portray potential for future leadership may have an added advantage;
Current or past employment in relevant programme areas and/or engagement in social, developmental and/or political sphere(s) may be an additional advantage;
Priority will be given to applicants with genuine financial needs

Scholarship Worth:

The Scholarship Package For successful candidates, the scholarship shall cover the cost of tuition and the residential workshops as charged by the university. The student is expected on his/her own or through other sources to meet the cost of transport, books, research and other expenses on the study
Successful candidates from South Sudan shall have the cost for international air or bus tickets to Uganda for the residential workshops (also) covered under the scholarship.
A reimbursement shall also be made for the cost for one international return ticket for the graduate admission test conducted at the University for Master Students – but only when a student has been successfully selected for the scholarship .
The student shall however still meet all costs of inland travel either in Uganda or South Sudan.

Application requirements:

A personal statement (letter of motivation) providing the following information:
An explanation of the reason for applying for financial support from KAS
A statement of the applicant’s academic goals and interests
A description of the relevant work experience (or social political engagements) related to the chosen programme of study
An outline of the applicant’s career objectives and how the study programme will help in the achievement of these goals
A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages)
Copies of relevant transcripts and certificates;
Proof of admission to UMU or evidence of having applied for any of the programmes under the scholarship scheme;
Proof of current or previous employment, preferably copies of appointment letters and/or evidence of past or current engagement in social, developmental or political sphere(s) (do not submit certificates of workshop attendance!);
Two letters from referees (professional or academic), signed and sealed.

Complete Applications should be addressed to:

The Country Representative

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and be delivered as follows:

Either by email to: [email protected] Cc: [email protected] Or by post to Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung

P.O. Box 647, Kampala Or

hand delivered to

Plot 51A, Prince Charles Drive, Kololo

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Scholarships

May 12, 2015 2 comments