Heinrich Böll Foundation grants kscholarships 2022-23, Germany

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July 31, 2021

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DAAD scholarships offer graduates the opportunity to continue their education in Germany with a postgraduate or continuing course of study. The scholarships also promote the exchange of experience and networking amongst colleagues.

Who can apply?

Foreign applicants who have gained a first university degree in the fields of Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication and Film at the latest by the time they commence their scholarship-supported study programme.

What can be funded?

In this study programme, you can complete

a Master’s degree course/postgraduate degree course leading to a final qualification, or

a complementary course without degree (not an undergraduate course)

at a state or state-recognised German university of your choice.
This programme only funds projects in the artistic and creative area. Other DAAD scholarship programmes are available for applicants from the field of History of Art or Art Studies or for artists with a scientific project.

Duration of the funding

Master’s degree:

Between 10 and 24 months depending on the length of the chosen study programme

Start: usually from 1st October, of the following year or earlier if a German language course is taken prior to the study programme

The scholarships are awarded for the duration of the standard period of study for the chosen study programme (up to a maximum of 24 months). In the case of 2-year courses, further funding is provided after the first year of study, if your academic achievements thus far indicate that you will successfully complete the study programme within a reasonable period of time.

Applicants who are already in Germany in the first year of a postgraduate course at the time of application may apply for funding for their second year of study. It is not possible to extend the scholarship.

Complementary studies not leading to a final qualification:

one academic year

Start: usually from 1st October of the following year, or earlier if a German language course is taken prior to the study programme

Value

A monthly payment of 861 euros

Travel allowance

One-off study allowance

Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover

Under certain circumstances, scholarship holders may receive the following additional benefits:

Monthly rent subsidy

Monthly allowance for accompanying members of family

In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from the disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers: Further information

To enable scholarship holders to learn German in preparation for their stay in the country, DAAD offers the following services:

Payment of course fees for an online language course after receipt of the Scholarship Award Letter

if necessary: German language course (2, 4 or 6 months) before the start of the study visit in Germany; the DAAD decides whether to fund participation and for how long depending on German language skills and project. Participation in a language course is compulsory if the language of instruction or working language is German at the German host institution. Due to the pandemic, German courses may take place online.

Allowance for a personally chosen German language course during the scholarship period

Reimbursement of the fees for the TestDaF or DSH test which has either been taken in the home country after receipt of the Scholarship Award Letter or in Germany before the end of the funding period

Selection

After you have uploaded your application documents to the DAAD portal, the DAAD will first carry out a formal check. It will be checked whether the application requirements have been met and whether the application is complete. If this is the case, you will be asked to submit your work samples.
A special DAAD committee made up of professors from German art, design and film schools makes the final decision about scholarships in the fields of Fine Art, Film, Design, Visual Communication and Film. The decision is based upon written applications and work samples which have to be submitted (see: www.daad.de/extrainfo).

Selection criteria

the artistic qualification and artistic maturity, measured by study achievements and work samples

the quality of the project as measured by the study plan and the letter of motivation

Further information

Confirmation of a scholarship does not automatically guarantee admission to one of the universities. The respective university decides whether or not to offer scholarship holders a place. In most cases, applicants are required to take an entrance examination. Please find out in time about admission requirements and application deadlines and interview dates at your chosen university, and bear in mind that these may be several months before the planned start of your studies or even before the DAAD awards the scholarship. We cannot cover the costs of the entrance examination. If an applicant is offered a scholarship by the DAAD but fails to be admitted to any of the universities indicated in the application, he/she may not make use of the scholarship that has already been awarded.

Fully-Funded EPOS-DAAD Scholarship Master Program Infrastructure Planning, Stuttgart, Germany

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July 30, 2021

Application Deadlines:

What is the Master’s Program Infrastructure Planning (MIP) about?

A well-planned system of infrastructure facilities is the primary prerequisite for development in any country. There is a pressing international need for professionals capable of directing the conception, planning and construction of infrastructure facilities for transportation, water and waste management on the urban as well as the regional level while integrating economic, social, and ecological and management aspects.

Master’s Program Infrastructure Planning, at the University of Stuttgart, offers an internationally acclaimed M.Sc. program since 1983. The program focuses on an integrated approach to planning and brings together students with an architecture/urban planning background from their bachelor studies with civil engineers. The program also equips students with the necessary skills to plan, appraise, evaluate and deliver large-scale complex infrastructure projects fit for the challenges of the 21st century.

About the Program:

The MIP program is a two year research-oriented Master of Science program (M.Sc.) taught in English. A large part of the module included in the program is based on the research activities of the participating institutes so that the latest research findings are incorporated into teaching. Students learn to work independently and in groups on various development related topics associated with different research institutes at the University of Stuttgart. Faculty members from a range of institutes and experienced practitioners share their knowledge with an average of 35 students per session. Special emphasis is placed on an interdisciplinary approach to planning in an intercultural context, which is an essential qualification for modern infrastructure planners in large scale and complex projects, especially in international project cooperation.

The MIP curriculum provides sound training and understanding of:

basic knowledge in several important areas of infrastructure planning (urban development, regional planning, hydraulic engineering, energy supply, road and rail transport, economics, ecology, social aspects of spatial planning) and understand their relevant scientific and engineering contexts.

the methods for the development of spatial planning concepts on different levels of spatial planning have the skills to evaluate them and to implement them by appropriate technical measures and installations.

estimation, recognition and evaluation of the problems caused by and in dealing with infrastructure measures and to plan and carry out the necessary analytical, model-based and experimental studies.

have the engineering skills to develop, plan and operate infrastructure projects and are familiar with the economic, environmental and social impacts of these projects.

skills to implement infrastructure measures in organizational and administrative terms.

acquired specialist and interdisciplinary key qualifications to independently develop new approaches to problem-solving, identify, obtain, analyze and critically question the necessary information basis and to transfer the results to their country-specific background.

Who should apply?

The MIP program targets professionals or students who is specialized as Civil engineers, architects and urban planners as well as graduates from related fields of study who wish to gain insight into infrastructure planning in a broad, integrated context and who want to prepare for international and complex planning tasks.

Professional prospects after the program:

Graduates of this program will be well placed to help create more holistic, robust and sustainable infrastructure project outcomes. The career goals might be infrastructure planner in the private sector/consultant, civil servant dealing with various aspects of infrastructure planning on the regional/national level, or decision-maker in policy and planning. Graduates will be capable of directing and coordinating the work of international and interdisciplinary teams of specialists from a wide variety of infrastructure-related fields.

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4 Job Positions at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda : (Deadline 5, 6 /08 & 15/09/ 2021)

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July 30, 2021

1. NXP Crew Leader – All Interested Applicants / All Sources.

Duties

ncumbent is responsible for leading and guiding a team of five Warehouse Workers in performing a variety of manual labor tasks include delivery; appropriate storage; packing and unpacking; and movement of USG property, within the chancery building and warehouse, at leased residences, and at representational residences, using appropriate tools and equipment. Incumbent is one of two vehicle operators for the embassy warehouse.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Two years’ experience in warehouse or equivalent combination of warehouse and labor activities is required. One year professional driving experience is required. Must possess categories B and D on their driving license.

Education Requirements:

Completion of secondary school education is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Good working knowledge of English and Kinyarwanda (read/write/speak) is required. This may be tested.

Qualifications:

Qualified applicants will have familiarity with driving forklifts. Applicant must have previous leadership experience.All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications and complete a mandatory probationary period for LE Staff.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP and CS in LWOP **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS in LWOP status with re-employment or reinstatement rights back to their agency or bureau.

What is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc? https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. The Mission may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

2. Current employees of the Mission who have not successfully completed their initial probationary periods are not eligible to apply. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory or MBC score of 100 points or less, on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.

3. Current employees of the Mission hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. This does not apply for employees on a PSA (Temp), or those are hired on a When Actually Employed (WAE) or intermittent work schedule.

4. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Required Documents:

- High School Diploma.

- List of references

- Copy of orders/Assignment notification (or equiv.)

- DD-214 (If applicable)

- SF-50 (If applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigal

Click here to read more & Apply

2. WAE Administrative Assistant – Employees of the Mission-All/or USEFMs, EFMs, or MOHs

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Announcement Number:: KIGALI-2021-013
Hiring Agency:: Embassy Kigali
Position Title:: WAE Administrative Assistant – Employees of the Mission-All/or USEFMs, EFMs, or MOHs
Open Period:: 05/27/2021 – 09/15/2021Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:: GMT+2
Series/Grade:: FP – 0105 8
Salary:: Not Specified
Work Schedule:: Full-time –
Promotion Potential:: FP-8

Duty Location(s):: 1

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Kigali, RW
Telework Eligible:: No
For More Info:: Human Resources Office
+250-252-596-400
HRKigali@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

Current Employees of the Mission – This includes U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs); Eligible Family Members (EFMs); Declared Members of Household (MOHs), dependents of U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) who are assigned under COM – All Agencies

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Temporary

Appointment Type Details:

Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Kigali is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for position of WAE Administrative Management Assistant.

The work schedule for this position is When Actually Employed (WAE).

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Not Required

Duties

The WAE Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Management Officer and provides general administrative and clerical assistance to the management Section as well as administrative and clerical support to different Embassy sections as needed, to include filling in during temporary absences/periods of short staffing and helping with short term administrative projects as needed. This position requires a Public Trust.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of one-year administrative experience in an office environment is required.

Education Requirements:

A High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: English level IV (Fluency) Written/Speaking/Reading is required. This may be tested.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Rwanda may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

1. AEFM / USEFM

1. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Click here to read more & Apply

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

- Work Permit (if applicable)

- High School/Secondary School Diploma

- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

- SF-50 (if applicable)

- COM Approval for Members of Household (if applicable)

- References

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Rwanda.

3. Voucher Examiner at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda : (Deadline 6 August 2021)

Duties

Incumbent serves as one of three Voucher Examiners in the Finance Section. Performs full range of in-country and international complex voucher examinations and payment processing for over 13 Million USD of payment vouchers per year on behalf of six United States government agencies. S/he ensures all voucher payments are proper, appropriate and accurate. Acts as an alternate Class B Cashier managing up to a 120,000 USD advance.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Three years general experience in accounting/finance/economics/budgeting required. Minimum six months experience in cashiering/cash handling is required.

Education Requirements:

Minimum of High School degree is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Advanced speaking and reading proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda is required. This may be tested.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications and complete a mandatory probationary period for LE Staff.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP and CS in LWOP **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS in LWOP status with re-employment or reinstatement rights back to their agency or bureau.

What is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc? (https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf)

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. The Mission may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

2. Current employees of the Mission who have not successfully completed their initial probationary periods are not eligible to apply. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory or MBC score of 100 points or less, on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.

3. Current employees of the Mission hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. This does not apply for employees on a PSA (Temp), or those are hired on a When Actually Employed (WAE) or intermittent work schedule.

4. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Required Documents:

- High School Diploma

- List of references

- Copy of orders/Assignment notification (or equiv.)

- DD-214

- SF-50

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali.

4. Public Health Specialist Field Epidemiology Training Program at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda : (Deadline 5 August 2021)

Duties

The Program Specialist is a key technical advisor for Rwanda Ministry of Health (MOH) and its partners, responsible for overseeing activities to strengthen Rwanda’s capacity to prevent, detect, respond to and contain infectious disease threats. Specifically, the incumbent provides the technical expertise and guidance needed to effectively and efficiently implement Rwanda Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) and strengthen public health preparedness and response. S/he works closely with the FETP Resident Advisor, Global Health Security (GHS) Director, and other colleagues within the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Kigali, Rwanda to support the Rwanda MOH, University of Rwanda, African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) and other stakeholders who are the FETP primary implementing partners. Rwanda MOH increasingly relies on the epidemiological capacities developed through FETP to respond to public health emergencies and outbreaks, strengthen multi-disease surveillance systems and enhance data-driven public health decision making. The Program Specialist is therefore expected to provide the technical and operational stewardship needed to steer FETP towards becoming a self-sustaining, well-institutionalized epidemiological workforce development program that can address current and emerging national public health priorities.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Incumbent should have at least four years of work in public health and experience in the control of priority diseases. The four years of public health work should include at least one year of experience in disease surveillance and outbreak response, and any experience in any of the following areas:

- Preparing and facilitating trainings for in-service public health workforce development initiatives.

- Coordinating multi-agency public health programs at regional, national, sub national or local levels.

- Adult education strategies including problem-based education techniques and instructional design.

- Communication and advocacy in public health.

- Managing disease surveillance systems and conducting disease outbreak investigation and response.

- Planning and policy development.

Education Requirements:

Minimum of master’s degree in public health, medicine, veterinary medicine, or epidemiology is required. A graduate from a Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) or related applied epidemiology training programs is desired.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:

- Level IV English is required (writing/speak/read)

- Level III Kinyarwanda desired (speaking)

This may be tested.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications and complete a mandatory probationary period for LE Staff.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP and CS in LWOP **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS in LWOP status with re-employment or reinstatement rights back to their agency or bureau.

What is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc? (https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf)

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. The Mission may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

2. Current employees of the Mission who have not successfully completed their initial probationary periods are not eligible to apply. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory or MBC score of 100 points or less, on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.

3. Current employees of the Mission hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. This does not apply for employees on a PSA (Temp), or those are hired on a When Actually Employed (WAE) or intermittent work schedule.

4. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet sitehttps://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=mwy3z2frpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=25399&orgId=21

Required Documents:

- List of references

- Copy of orders/Assignment notification (or equiv.)

- DD-214

- SF-50

- Masters degree

Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali.

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Programme Associate – 28618 at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR): (Deadline 12 August 2021)

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July 30, 2021

Eligible Applicants

This position is advertised open to internal and external applicants.

Procedures and Eligibility

Interested applicants should consult the Administrative Instruction on Recruitment and Assignment of Locally Recruited Staff (RALS).

Duties and Qualifications

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Programme Associate would normally receive guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation/bureau/division. S/he may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country/region programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed by the operational context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments.

The incumbent is expected to have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme activities and implement administrative requirements. The incumbent will have to establish good working relationships with their peers at country level to facilitate the collection of information and other programme management related activities.

The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

– Support the assessment and analysis of the needs of persons of concern in the country/region in a participatory manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective as basis for planning.
– Assist in managing the development of a broad network of partners, good coordination practices and the development of partner capacities related to programme management if applicable.
– Assist in organizing and documenting the selection of partners in accordance with the policy on selection and retention of partners, ensuring due diligence to meet the requirements of projects.
– Provide support to the field with technical advice to ensure partnership agreements are established in a timely manner, regularly monitored and reported on in compliance with established guidelines and procedures included in the framework for implementing with partners.
– Support the implementation and performance of partnership agreements through field visits and appropriate physical monitoring if applicable, reviewing performance and financial reports.
– Support the development and implementation of MFT monitoring plans for activities implemented through partnerships and those under direct implementation in line with Programme Manual and programming instructions.
– Contribute to the review and analysis of operations plans, mid-year and year-end reports of the different UNHCR offices, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with established policies, guidelines, procedures and standards. Generate and maintain records of implementation rate (performance progress and expenditures) on a regular basis.
– Follow up on any change in regards to alignment of results chain, verifying indicators, budget, prioritization, apportioning needed to measure programme performance, trends and target interventions, contributing to soundness of Operations Plan and enhancement of data quality.
– Follow up with UNHCR offices the compliance with issuance of audit certificates for partners in line with the Policy on Risk-Based Project Audits.
– Provide support to the field through technical advice and training on resource allocation processes and other programmatic issues.
– Use UNHCR¿s corporate tools (e.g. Focus Client, Global Focus Insight and FOCUS Reader, MSRP) for core activities related to planning, budgeting, implementation and reporting, generating data for evidence-based programmatic decisions and analysis.
– Support UNHCRs programming of community of practice and continuously contributing to improvements of programming tools and processes.
– Perform other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G6 – 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
not specified

(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses
n/a

Relevant Job Experience
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in programme management, Operation Management Cycle and related processes. Knowledge of Results Based-Management. Computer skills (in MS office) including advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data management, etc.)

Desirable:
Completion of UNHCR Learning Programmes or specific training relevant to function of the position including Programme Management ¿ Level 1. E-tutoring of PM1, Framework for Implementing with Partners Learning Programme. Experience in programme management training and capacity building activities.

Functional Skills
*IT-Computer Literacy
PG-Programme Management (project formulation, programme cycles and reporting standards)
PG-Results-Based Management
DM-Database Management
PG-Programme Analysis
PG-Assessments and Surveys

Position Competencies

Competencies as defined in Job Profile

Language Requirements

Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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Operational Context

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Programme Associate would normally receive guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation/bureau/division. S/he may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country/region programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed by the operational context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments.

The incumbent is expected to have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme activities and implement administrative requirements. The incumbent will have to establish good working relationships with their peers at country level to facilitate the collection of information and other programme management related activities.

The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Closing Date

Closing date for submissions or applications is 12 August 2021

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Human Resources Director at Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA): (Deadline: 4 August 2021 )

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July 30, 2021

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The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA will engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

In an experiential learning environment, students will develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA will experience the six Enterprises including Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Food Processing, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Fruit Crops, Irrigation and Mechanization. The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, OneHealth Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum. All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts, or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Human Resources Director to provide operational leadership of Human Resources programs including employment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, development, employee wellness, and retention of employees. She or He should be able to work with a variety of people and have exceptional communication skills. They will support the development, review, and modification of processes, procedures, and programs for human resource management that are in compliance with Rwandan Law and Institute requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
Ensure effective human resource programs including recruitment, orientation, onboarding, performance evaluation, career development, training, risk management and safety
Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organization’s human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
Work closely with various departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and
Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the
Administers or oversees the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
Responsibility for other HR initiatives including the development, expansion and implementation of an enhanced performance management and development scheme.
Building effective relationships across the Institute to enhance the department’s reputation and to effectively deliver on the objectives of the

Oversee and manage employee separations and coordinate applicable employee exit (offboarding)
Manage and implement projects related to his/her areas of skills and
Play a lead role in the development of a seamless HR operations function, driving process reengineering initiatives and operations performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related area
Over 5 years’ experience in a large and complex organization is expected
Able to demonstrate tact, confidentiality, diplomacy and culturally appropriate sensitivity when dealing with human resources issues
Knowledge of relevant Rwandan Laws relating to employees
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good computer skills and proficiency

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

A Master’s Degree
A successful track record of working with professional/knowledge employees
An ability to innovate and apply HR best practice in a university environment
Experience in a HE institution
Good working knowledge of Kinyarwanda

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE RICA TEAM

Founding staff at RICA will be part of creating something unique in the world. While working with other world-class educators and researchers, you will transform agriculture in Rwanda and East Africa for a conservation-minded and food-secure future. RICA staff will also enjoy an internationally competitive salary commiserate with the applicant’s background, a relocation allowance, on-campus staff housing or a housing subsidy, and an on-campus meal plan.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are required to submit a CV/resume, degree, and certificates (Please combine/merge your resume/CV with your degree certificate as one PDF file before uploading on BambooHR).

Application review will begin on August 4, 2021 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.

Associate, Primary Health Care (PHC) – 6 months at The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI): (Deadline Ongoing)

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July 30, 2021

Overview

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems that can succeed without our assistance. For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org.

The Government of Rwanda strives to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by enabling equitable access to quality health services for its population. Over the years, tremendous progress has been made in improving health outcomes in the country. Rwanda can lead the way to ensure that every Rwandan irrespective of where they live or the circumstances under which they live have access to quality health care without suffering financial hardship. The Fourth Health Sector Strategic Plan (HSSP IV) outlines clear goals, objectives and targets up to 2024 and the GoR also aim to achieve UHC as it works towards the Sustainable Development Goals and its Vision 2050.

Over several decades, Primary Health Care (PHC) has been identified as a vehicle for the attainment of greater coverage and equity. Improving primary health care, including essential public health functions, is the most cost-effective way to save lives. Interventions at health centers and in communities can address an estimated 77 percent of maternal, newborn and child deaths and stillbirths, reduce inequities in health outcomes, and prevent people from being pushed into poverty from health spending. The systems created for PHC increase resiliency to disease outbreaks such as COVID-19. They also create a foundation that can be used to progressively expand service coverage from primary health care toward universal health coverage. In Rwanda, PHC is implemented through district health units that works as autonomous planning and implementation units for health facilities at the district, sector and cell levels and Community Health Workers.

CHAI is supporting the Rwanda Ministry of Health (MoH) to improve PHC as an effective engine for accelerating progress towards UHC. The objective of this work is to enhance and accelerate progress towards the HSSP IV targets and UHC.

Responsibilities

CHAI seeks an Associate who will be supporting a team working with the MoH and a range of relevant government institutions to identify key areas that require upgrades and improvements in primary health care, to develop a comprehensive long-term costed plan for driving investments in and improving PHC, aligned with the vision and priorities of the Government of Rwanda. This will include a credible financing plan for how investments in the health system can be maximized and how external investments in systems can be sustained over time. The scope of work can include but not limited to extensive stakeholder engagements and review of available strategies, the development of robust assessments and analyses, including costing and financing analysis, and report writing.

CHAI is seeking a highly analytical individual with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. It is expected that the shape of the work will evolve over time and therefore the work will be fast paced and diverse and the position requires a strong ability to adapt and to think creatively. It also required the possession of strong research and planning skills. The Associate must be fluent in English and have excellent relationship building and communication skills. He or she must be able to function independently with minimal oversight and have a strong commitment to excellence with a keen eye for detail. CHAI places great value on resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, flexibility, independence, energy, work ethic and humility.

Responsibilities:

The Associate will be a member of the PHC team and will report to a designated supervisor. His or her responsibility will include, but not limited to the following:
1. Support high level government officials in the Ministry of Health to facilitate alignment on key priorities for accelerating progress on the current health sector strategic plan. This will require activities including:
– Assessment of current health sector policies, strategies, and plans to determine initiatives, interventions and activities that are planned, in the pipeline, being implemented or can be effectively and efficiently delivered at the PHC level
– Leveraging existing literature and available data to determine established targets, the status of progress towards targets and gaps across the health systems as related to PHC.
2. Assist in data collection and analysis to determine investments relevant to PHC over an extended period.
3. Provide support in the mapping of available resources against costs including projections of external and domestic funds, highlighting funding gaps.
4. Provide analytical support in the development of a robust financing plan.
5. Assist in organizing policy dialogues, meetings, and workshops.
6. Support in the preparation of background papers, technical briefs, presentations, and reports.

Qualifications

A Master’s degree with strong quantitative focus in health economics, public health, or other relevant disciplines.
At least 4-years of experience in an analytical role in a demanding, results-oriented environment in public or private sector,
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, including attention to detail and experience in modeling using Microsoft Excel.
Strong communication skills, including preparation of compelling presentations and documents in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.
Effective interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders and excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Strong command of English.

Advantages:

Educational background in any of the health professions
Professional experience in clinical settings
Experience in programs focused on primary health care
Experience working with governments in Sub-Saharan Africa
Fluency in French or Kinyarwanda

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UN Coordination Officer at United Nations Volunteers (UNV): Deadline: 12 August 2021

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July 30, 2021

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 22 years old. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the direct supervision of Partnership and Development Finance officer and the overall Coordination of the RCO Strategic Planning and Team Leader the UNV coordination officer will undertake the following tasks:

Planning and Programming

Liaises and maintains working relationships with UN colleagues, and other relevant partners including governmental counterparts on all issues to facilitate a coherent response and recovery from the COVID-19;
Supports the UN COVID-19 response and recovery team in the development of strategic and programmatic frameworks

Facilitates UN agency joint programming efforts and provides substantial and practical support to related activities, meetings and events; and monitors and evaluates actions implemented through these frameworks;
Advises on the identification of potential areas or issues for common UN approaches and in the development of proposals/actions for enhancing inter- agency cooperation and coordination;
Delegated to represent RCO in partnership meetings and for a including those related to COVID-19, ensuring feedback is adequately reported and identifies recommended actions for enhancing interagency coordination.
Supports the development of programme proposals to generate funds in support of UNDAP II National Socio-Economic and Response Plans among others including flash appeals, concept notes and full proposals

Information Management

Interacts closely with other functions of the RCO in the production of briefing papers, background notes, talking points, and other advocacy statements
Ensures effective and coherent communications on RCO COVID-19 response to all concerned, and sees to it that advice and information on cross-cutting issues is coordinated with all relevant components of the UNCT;
Promotes and facilitates the flow of COVID-19 information between stakeholders, oversees the implementation of knowledge management approaches and after-action reviews.

Management

Supports the day-to-day operations for RCO focusing on partnerships and resource mobilization.
Supports the formulation and management of the implementation of the UNDAP II financing strategy
Coordinates all activities emanating from the UN COVID-19 response and recovery plans, sets priorities and ensures follow-up and feedback;
Ensures the consistent application of rules and regulations and provides guidance on

Analysis, Advice and Reporting

Supports the identification and analysis of pertinent developments, issues and challenges related to development finance and the COVID-19 outbreak in Rwanda;
Advises the RCO on the recommended response strategy, identifying priority areas of support action to mitigate the risks associated with the outbreak,
Supports monitoring and reporting on the development and implementation of UNDAP II, financing framework, socio-economic response and recovery to COVID-19 related interventions and support to Government;
Collects lessons learned in implementing response action to mitigate operational and other impact of the pandemic;
With use of the UNINFO, document all support to the implementation of the United Nation’s Development Assistance Programme (UNDAP II-2018-2023), Government National Strategy for Transformation (NSTI 2017-2024) including pooled funds and individual agency support as well as support to COVID-19 response and recovery plans
Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Educational additional comments

Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social work, public health, project management or other related field

Required experience

48 Months

Experience remark

At least four years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in development areas, resource mobilization, or other relevant programmes; experience working with UN is an asset or other international development organization;
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in Sustainable Development goals, working with partners, analytical skills, writing skills and communication
Progressively experience in providing in programme coordination and support
Experience in the United Nations system or a comparable international organization and national experience is desirable.
Experience with inter-agency or inter-organizational collaboration in the development and humanitarian sectors is desirable

Language skills

English(Mandatory), Level – Fluent
French(Mandatory), Level – Working Knowledge

Area of expertise

Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination, Other development programme/project experience

Driving license

Competencies values

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Working in Teams

Application procedure

* Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 12 August 2021

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Drake University Presidential Scholarships in the USA

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July 29, 2021

Presidential Scholarships range from $21,000 to $25,000 per year. All prospective students that have applied and been admitted by the priority deadline of March 1 are automatically considered for these awards. Recipients of these tuition scholarships are chosen based on a complete review of the application for admission.

Awards are based on a variety of criteria depending on the type of scholarship and are not based on financial need. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL SCHOLARSHIPS ARE RENEWABLE (UP TO 4 YEARS TOTAL OR UNTIL A BACHELOR’S DEGREE IS EARNED) IF REQUIRED ACADEMIC STANDING AND GRADE POINT AVERAGE ARE MAINTAINED. For students entering one of Drake’s joint undergraduate/graduate degree paths, refer to the table below to see how undergraduate awards (including Fine Arts Scholarships) are impacted.

ProgramScholarship AvailabilityLaw 3 + 3Undergraduate awards available for 3 years or until first year of Law Program (L1).Doctor of PharmacyUndergraduate awards available for 4 years or through the 2^nd year of the Pharmacy Program (P2).Masters in Athletic TrainingUndergraduate awards available for 3 years or until the first year of the Athletic Training Program (AT1). There is a one-time, $5000 scholarship for AT1.

Official websitePresidential Scholarships range from $21,000 to $25,000 per year. All prospective students that have applied and been admitted by the priority deadline of March 1 are automatically considered for these awards. Recipients of these tuition scholarships are chosen based on a complete review of the application for admission.

Awards are based on a variety of criteria depending on the type of scholarship and are not based on financial need. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL SCHOLARSHIPS ARE RENEWABLE (UP TO 4 YEARS TOTAL OR UNTIL A BACHELOR’S DEGREE IS EARNED) IF REQUIRED ACADEMIC STANDING AND GRADE POINT AVERAGE ARE MAINTAINED. For students entering one of Drake’s joint undergraduate/graduate degree paths, refer to the table below to see how undergraduate awards (including Fine Arts Scholarships) are impacted.

ProgramScholarship AvailabilityLaw 3 + 3Undergraduate awards available for 3 years or until first year of Law Program (L1).Doctor of PharmacyUndergraduate awards available for 4 years or through the 2^nd year of the Pharmacy Program (P2).Masters in Athletic TrainingUndergraduate awards available for 3 years or until the first year of the Athletic Training Program (AT1). There is a one-time, $5000 scholarship for AT1.

Master in Computer Science and Software Engineering in Switzerland

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July 29, 2021

SIT scholarship with full cost coverage for double degrees with CMU and NUS

The SIT program is flexible and adapted to many different individual situations. It is available both onsite in Schaffhausen and in an online offering, as well as any onsite-online combination. It offers qualified students attractive scholarships and the possibility of a second year in one of our partner universities in Europe, the USA, and Asia.

1Agile flip blended eLearning

The unique agile flip blended eLearning formula combines lectures in the classroom, live broadcasts for online interactive participation and recorded lectures, lab activities in agile geographically distributed teams under the supervision of expert teaching assistant, individual and team study

Access to world-class scientists and educators
The SIT master in Computer Science and Software Engineering benefits from the support of a unique team of worldwide leaders.

Entrepreneurial feeling and can-do mentality
Familiarity with industrial-scale applications, business, and people is essential both for technology leaders.

A program both deep and broad for technology leaders
Deep technical interdisciplinary knowledge is the cornerstone for technology leaders.

Strong liaisons with industry
Proximity to top industries is a unique opportunity to seamlessly entering both industrial and academic careers.

2Personalized participation program

The SIT agile eLearning formula allows students to personalize the participation levels from a full residential study to online participation with quarterly visits to the SIT campus

High-tech & high-touch study environment
Contemporary learning is a complex and fascinating activity that cannot be confined to classwork.

Student scholarship
Learning is a unique opportunity for all talented people.

SIT offers a wide range of scholarships

in cooperation with partner companies to support talented students in their education and future career.

Scholarships with full and partial cost coverage for the SIT master

Tuition waiver for students with excellent GPA (Grade Point Average)

Future Leaders MBA Scholarship, University of Sydney, Australia

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July 29, 2021

Applications close at 10am on Monday 9 August 2021.

Apply for a full scholarship worth over $60,000 for the part-time MBA, commencing in semester 1, 2022.

Our part-time MBA is ranked No. 1 in Australia* and has a strong focus on developing the personal and interpersonal skills required to lead in today’s hyper-connected, global environment.

The Future Leaders MBA scholarship covers full tuition fees for a maximum of four years of part-time study.

About the program

The part-time MBA is designed for professionals with 3-5 years of relevant experience looking to either take their career to the next level or change career direction.

Catering to the career demands of busy professionals the MBA is delivered in a convenient Sydney CBD location.

You can complete the degree in two to three years of part-time study and it consists of 12 units of study – an integrated core of seven units, an industry capstone and up to four electives chosen by you.

Selection process

Round One

Entrants must register to apply and then complete an application form via our website. The application will include the submission of a statement of motivation.

Applications open
9am Monday 21 June 2021

Applications close
10am Monday 9 August 2021

Round Two

Shortlisted applicants are required to attend a masterclass and submit a short reflective essay.

Finalist Masterclass
Friday 3 September 2021

Reflective essays due
11.59PM Sunday 5 September 2021

Round Three

Shortlisted applicants are invited to attend an interview with the judging panel.

Finalist interviews
Wednesday 6 October 2021

Scholarship announcement
Friday 8 October 2021

How to apply

Register your interest to apply via our website

Submit an online application form via our website (a direct link to apply will be provided to you upon registering your interest)

Upload a copy of your CV, academic transcript, and personal statement of motivation detailing:

how you demonstrate leadership experience and potential in your chosen field, and

what you hope to achieve professionally and personally by completing the University of Sydney MBA.

Eligibility

The Future Leaders MBA Scholarship is open to all students who meet the eligibility criteria for admission to the part-time MBA, commencing in semester 1, 2022. Applicants need not have applied for the degree prior to applying for the scholarship – however – only those applicants deemed eligible for entry to the part-time MBA via the prevailing admissions processes are eligible to be awarded the scholarship.

The degree is currently not available to international students requiring a student visa. Current students enrolled in the University of Sydney MBA and University of Sydney employees are not eligible to apply.

Source: Official Website HERE.

Harvard University Free Online Course Modern Masterpieces of World Literature

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July 29, 2021

Estimated 8 weeks: 3–6 hours per week

Examine how great modern writers capture the intricacies of our globalized world and how their works circulate within that world to find their own audiences.

About this course

Based on the second half of the Masterpieces of World Literature edX MOOC, this short literature course examines how writers reach beyond national and linguistic boundaries as worldly readers and travelers, and how their modern fictions rise to the status of world literature.

These masterpieces of modern world literature take part in a tradition of weaving small stories into ambitious projects—one that reaches back to medieval tales and extends forward to contemporary novels. Throughout the course, you will learn how these writers use their fictions to engage directly with the political and social concerns of their present and of a globalized modernity, relating experiences of exploration, migration, international conflict, and cultural exchange.

What you’ll learn

The recent history of World Literature

How literary works are transformed by cultural transmission

How to critically analyze literary works

Historical and political context in China, Argentina, Turkey, and more

Program Associate Programs and Innovations (Sexuality and Disability Program) at CREA: Deadline: 10 August 2021

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July 29, 2021

Position: Program Associate – Programs and Innovations – Sexuality and Disability Program

Location: Uganda/Kenya/Rwanda

Reporting: Manager, Programs and Innovations, Sexuality and Disability Program
Founded in 2000, CREA is a feminist human rights organization based in New Delhi, India. CREA works at community, national, regional, and global levels and is one of the few international feminist organizations based in the global South. CREA focuses on building feminist leadership, strengthening movements, expanding sexual and reproductive freedoms, promoting rightsbased approaches to reducing gender-based violence, and advancing the human rights of ‘structurally excluded’ people.

CREA uses the term ‘structurally excluded’ to draw attention to the ways in which societal
architecture prevents certain people from enjoying the full spectrum of rights and from
meaningfully and effectively participating in their communities and decision-making spaces.

Overview & role

The Associate, Programs and Innovations, Sexuality and Disability Program will be responsible for supporting coordination, logistic support and implementation of CREA’s national and regional portfolio of work on sexuality and disability in compliance with the CREA Strategic Plan. CREA’s portfolio of work focuses on advancing inclusive and more visible advocacy and leadership by diverse persons with disabilities and to break down the stigmatizing frameworks and harmful systems of beliefs that marginalize women, girls and trans persons with disabilities. Building on the pioneering human rights reforms proposed by the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), CREA strengthens capacity, creates knowledge resources and supports public education to translate vision into practice. The Program Associate will work in providing support to all our programs in the region with incountry focus in Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda as well as cross-regionally.

The Associate, Programs and Innovations will :

1. Support ensuring programs and grants within this portfolio of work are delivered in line
with the program scope, timeline, budget and in accordance with donor regulations.

2. Work proactively with the Disability & Sexuality team, other CREA teams and CREA
partners to advance inclusive and more visible advocacy and leadership by diverse
persons with disabilities, especially in cross-movement settings.

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How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the required educational and experience requirements should send their CV along with a cover letter, current and expected salary to jobs@creaworld.org by 10th August 2021. Please include in the subject line the name of the position you are applying for. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Project Officer at Management Sciences for Health: Deadline: 31 August 2021

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July 29, 2021

Rwanda-Kigali

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This Project Officer (PO) position provides high-level support to      MSH’s CDC-funded NPHI Capacity Building Program, including program management, administrative, and logistical support.

The Project Officer is a member of the Program Delivery Group’s Center for Project Management Excellence. The PO is able to conceptualize and execute project management support strategies to enable the Country Coordinator to deliver project results on time and within budget, while maintaining MSH’s strong reputation with donors and stakeholders.

The PO coordinates planning, implementing, and monitoring of     the project. The PO is responsible for the efficient organization and functioning of project activities, ensuring prompt and seamless communication and follow-up with country/project teams, MSH business units, consultants, partners and stakeholders such as Ministry of Health and National Public Health Institute.

The PO’s primary accountabilities are:

Plan and manage activities related to project support, including logistics, procurement, security, travel, consultants, calendar management, meeting management, and files and minutes management, etc.

Maintain clear communication with MSH business units, offices, and different project staff and teams to facilitate efficient and smooth project support functions.

Create and maintain global project management systems and tools for centralized management and oversight of numerous activities and initiatives (e.g. deliverables, workplans, calendars, contacts, consultants, subcontractors, procurement, travel).

Coordinate work planning and quarterly reporting processes, and track work assignments, deliverables, and implementation.

Provide support to the Country Coordinator in preparation of budgets for activities and work with the accounting team to ensure funds are disbursed in a timely and appropriate manner.

Set up file management systems, maintain project files, including a library of reports and technical resources.

Plan each week’s project meetings in advance; compile and share background materials and agenda items. Take notes during each meeting to disseminate, follow up on action items. Coordinate logistics for meetings with project partners, stakeholders, and donors including CDC.

Contribute to project implementation and technical activities as requested.

Contribute to internal and external communications, including writing, editing, and formatting correspondence, communications, presentations, reports, webpages, and other documents.

Provide support to the M&E team to document activities and outcomes as per the M&E Plan.

Manage consultants, including the recruitment process, onboarding, and invoice processing; support procurement requisition processes.

Education

Required:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred:

Master’s degree

Experience

Required:

BA with 4 years of experience supporting global health or development projects for an NGO or contractor. Knowledge of US Government funded programs, regulations, and requirements.      Experience writing, editing, and formatting communications, reports, and presentations, including professional communications for important stakeholders and donors. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred:

Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success and experience in project support and management. Direct project work experience. Demonstrated, relevant and related experience in project management, specifically setting up and maintaining project management tools and systems. Understanding of and experience with US CDC funded activities; USG audiences, trends, and requirements. Understanding and interest in health systems strengthening, health governance, health financing.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong analytical, organizational, and management skills.

Able to assess priorities and solve problems using innovative, evidence-based solutions.

Strong conceptualization, facilitation, and planning skills.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and within and across multiple teams.

Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly.

Strong interpersonal skills, written, and oral presentation skills; demonstrated ability in consensus building.

Excellent cross-cultural communication, diplomacy, and active listening skills.

Proficiency with advanced functionality of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Competencies

MSH Core Competencies: Information Sharing, Managing and Measuring work outputs, Negotiating, Priority Setting, Business Acumen.

Demonstrated ability to succeed in a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of client service and response.

Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail.

Personal Attributes

In line with core MSH competencies:

Adaptability, Communication, Problem Solving, Creativity and Innovation, Proactiveness, Quality and Timeliness of Work, Quality of Work and Team Relationships

Physical Demands

<10%

MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.

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2 Job Positions at Rwandan High Commission in London: (Deadline 15 August 2021)

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VACANCY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Administrative Assistant to join the Rwandan High Commission in London Team.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:
The High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda to the UK has the responsibility of promoting bilateral relations and co-operation between the governments and the people of the Republic of Rwanda and the United Kingdom, as well as develop good business and investment ties. The High Commission is also accredited to Malta and to Ireland, as Embassy of Rwanda to Ireland.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This is a full-time, permanent position.

The main responsibilities of the Admin Assistant will include:

•   Ensure that excellent customer service is provided to the clients. Provide clear information to the clients, help and guide them where necessary
•   Call handling, receiving applications and documents to the Consular office, sorting and distributing incoming mails
•   Responding on a timely basis to all queries that come through the official mission email address
•   Receiving guests to the High Commission
•   Manage the stock levels and procurement of office supplies
•   To undertake all duties related to postages, shipments
•   General support to the team that they may require from time to time
•   Carry out other ad hoc and assigned tasks including assisting in the planning of events, logistics support, assisting in communication activities where required

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
•   Excellent communications skills – both written and verbal
•   Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. French is desirable but not essential
•   Previous administration experience in a busy office environment
•   Ability to multi-task and prioritise work
•   A good team player with a pro-active and enthusiastic attitude
•   Mature and confident approach to work and challenges – solution-oriented
•   Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•   Highly developed organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to ensure projects are managed effectively
•   Bachelor’s degree or higher is desirable

If you meet the above criteria and are ready for a new challenge in a unique and exciting organisation, please apply now.

–   Please apply by sending your cover letter and CV to: recruitment@rwandahc.org by 15/08/21
–   2 References will be required
–   Successful candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of the application close date
–   Please note that a background check will be carried out

2. VACANCY: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE HIGH COMMISSIONER

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional to join the Rwandan High Commission Team in London as the Executive Assistant to the High Commissioner.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:
The High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda to the UK has the responsibility of promoting bilateral relations and co-operation between the governments and the people of the Republic of Rwanda and the United Kingdom, as well as develop good business and investment ties. The High Commission is also accredited to Malta and to Ireland, as Embassy of Rwanda to Ireland.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This is a full-time, permanent position.

The main responsibilities of the Admin Assistant will include:
• Manage the High Commissioner’s engagements and provide all relevant briefing in advance of engagements
• Managing the High Commissioner’s correspondences, diplomatic mail, transmissions, mail-handling (including letters and invitations)

•   Maintain up-to-date contact lists across UK Government, Diplomatic Missions, Thinktanks, and external stakeholders
•   Act as liaison between management and the rest of the High Commission team
•   Manage the Head of mission’s travel arrangements
•   Work closely with the Communications officer for timely and efficient communication of Government notices, press releases, events, engagements and other updates

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
•   Excellent communications skills – both written and verbal
•   Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. French is desirable but not essential
•   Strong interpersonal skills
•   Able to multi-task and prioritise work
•   Must be discreet and maintain confidentiality
•   A good team player with a pro-active and enthusiastic attitude
•   Mature and confident approach to work and challenges – solution-oriented
•   Knowledge and understanding of media and official communication channels
•   Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•   Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently
•   Bachelor’s degree or higher is desirable

If you meet the above criteria and are ready for a new challenge in a unique and exciting organisation, please apply now.

–   Please apply by sending your cover letter and CV to: recruitment@rwandahc.org by 15/08/21
–   2 References will be required
–   Successful candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of the application close date
–   Please note that a background check will be carried out

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Rwanda Operations Manager at One Acre Fund: Deadline: 21-10-2021 23:45

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ABOUT ONE ACRE FUND

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The biggest responsibility of the Systems Division (or operations team) is to ensure that everything is in place to deliver inputs (seed, fertilizer, solar, phones) to farmers 2 times per year. This includes (1) ordering inputs ahead of the season, (2) receiving and ensuring they meet requirements, (3) setting up our data and documentation for the season, (4) getting these inputs to farmers and back to our warehouses, (5) responding to client concerns through our hotline, and (6) conducting reconciliation and fraud investigations after each season. As the Rwanda program grows, the Systems Division is also increasing our support to new programs in Rwanda that operate differently.

You will be reporting to the Head of Operations for Rwanda (we refer to this as “Systems Lead”). You will work closely with her on a range of projects to further the goals of the team. These exact responsibilities will change over time depending on the needs.
You will initially begin with no management responsibilities. However, you will take on at least 1 and up to 4 direct reports over time, based on the department needs and your interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the Rwanda team’s representative to our Global Tech team to develop technologies that better serve our farmers and field teams
Lead the input (seed/fertilizer/solar/etc) ordering process end to end (from creating projections to final delivery to our warehouses)
Manage innovations within our distribution to increase efficiency and reduce risks.
Serve as the point-person for compliance-related matters within the Systems division, including certification
Identify strategies and take on projects to help Systems effectively serve other Teams
Over time, undertake management responsibilities as agreed upon by you and the Rwanda Systems Lead

CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

QUALIFICATIONS

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

Bachelors degree required; Masters Degree preferred
5 years total work experience, including 3 years of experience in Rwanda in senior roles. Note that people without these criteria will not be considered.
Someone able to full own projects, and really drive projects forward independently.
Communication and critical thinking skills – We are looking for someone who can quickly identify what matters and communicate that clearly and concisely.
Understand complex concepts quickly and learn fast! – We are looking for someone who can step into any situation and start adding value very quickly.
Logical thinker and comfort with analysis – We are looking for someone who is a structured thinker and can use quantitative analysis to create insights and inform recommendations
English required. Kinyarwanda strongly desired.

PREFERRED START DATE

As soon as possible

JOB LOCATION

Kigali, Rwanda

BENEFITS

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

ELIGIBILITY

One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21^st October 2021

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Assistant Manager at Inkomoko, Rwanda: Deadline: 27 August 2021

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About Us

Inkomoko is a business consulting firm that works with micro, small, and medium enterprises in Rwanda to develop powerful strategies to increase their profits, help them grow, and create jobs. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko identifies Rwandan and refugee entrepreneurs.

Inkomoko partners with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to offer online educational degrees to refugees in Rwanda. Since SNHU uses an online platform, it is essential that SNHU provides customers with the best user experience.

The Assistant Manager is a member of the lead staff at the SNHU assessment center, and is responsible for training and supporting a team of Reviewers, each of whom evaluates student project submissions using a pre-existing rubric designed specifically for each project. The Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring consistency of evaluations across Reviewers and providing direct feedback to Reviewers on their performance. Also, the Assistant Manager is responsible reviewing their own caseload of student projects. The Assistant Manager will work effectively across teams and departments.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

MANAGEMENT & STAFF SUPERVISION

• Provide day to day support and supervision to of a team of Reviewers

• Monitor and report on the weekly progress and areas of improvement of the assessment center and provide reports to SNHU as requested

• Consistently evaluate and conduct performance reviews of assessment center employees, both verbally and in writing as required for development as well as on a timeframe as requested by SNHU

• Other duties as required to ensure the success of the assessment center

EDUCATION ASSESSMENTS

• Implement quality assurance processes

• Support academic integrity validation

• Use rubrics and supplemental information to provide fair and consistent evaluations with

encouraging, specific, and actionable feedback

• Perform evaluations and communicate with students through a Learning Management System

• Respond to student outreach swiftly and return evaluations to students within 48 hours of submission

• Attend in-person, online video and telephone meetings with team members

• Protect student privacy

• Work in a team, both as a leader and active follower as required both in person and digitally

• Assess with integrity, honesty, and ethically

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or enrolled in a Master’s Degree program

• Proven ability to take initiative and build strong productive relationships

• Ability to Identify individual and team performance opportunities

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adaptable in exercising judgment in a dynamic environment

• Prior college-level experience with non-traditional and online learning preferred

• Knowledge or expertise in competency-based education

• Ability to score consistently using a rubric

• Skill working in an electronic management system

• An encouraging and respectful attitude toward all students and colleagues; “can-do” attitude

• Demonstrated level of English fluency at the academic/higher education level

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting

• Demonstrated fluency in use of technology, especially software applications

• Demonstrate ability to learn and utilize rapidly changing technological platforms

• Fluency in at least one or more East African languages (Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, French, Swahili) preferred

Compensation

The Assistant Manager will be offered the minimum of a competitive salary, health insurance, paid leave (including sick, vacation, and maternity/paternity), and a one-year contract, renewable at the end of the contract period, depending on performance.

Cultural qualifications

Inkomoko’s core beliefs and values enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Our leaders embody the key tenants of the company’s culture. In addition to the skills above, all candidates must demonstrate our core values:

• Purpose: be solutions-oriented and produce high-quality work and be a global leader.

• Achievement: push yourself to reach beyond what you think is possible.

• Improvement: Be humble and committed to continuous learning and growing. Improve through giving and receiving open and accurate feedback

• Bravery: willing to take risks and create a safe space for others to take risks. Be compassionate and inclusive.

• Turikumwe (We are together): Take time to appreciate colleagues, celebrate success, and hold each other up in hard times. We eat goat.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

. Fun, collaborative work environment that is driven by our values and mission

. Opportunity to work with a talented, passionate, and committed team of professionals

. Challenging work and the opportunity to grow and develop your skill

. Ability to make an impact and contribute to economic growth in Kenya

NB: We do not employ staff whose background is not suitable. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks.

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Opening soon! AAUW Fellowships 2022-2023 Graduates and Postgraduates, USA

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Opening: August 1, 2021

Deadline for applications: November 15, 2021

International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are supported.

Applicants must have earned the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree by the application deadline, and must have applied to their proposed institutions of study by the time of the application. Up to five International Master’s/First Professional Degree Fellowships are renewable for a second year; fellows will receive application information for this competitive program.

Recipients are selected for academic achievement and demonstrated commitment to women and girls. Recipients return to their home countries to become leaders in business, government, academia, community activism, the arts or scientific fields.

Award Amount

Master’s/first professional degree: $18,000
Doctoral: $20,000
Postdoctoral: $30,000

Eligibility

International Fellowships are not open to previous recipients of any AAUW national fellowship or grant (not including branch or local awards or Community Action Grants).

Members of the AAUW board of directors, committees, panels, task forces and staff, including current interns, are not eligible to apply for AAUW’s fellowships and grants. A person holding a current award is eligible for election or appointment to boards, committees, panels and task forces.

International Fellowships are open to scholars who identify as women, in all fields of study.

Unsuccessful applicants may reapply.

To be eligible for an International Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Have citizenship in a country other than the U.S. or possession of a nonimmigrant visa if residing in the U.S. Women who are currently, or expect to be during the fellowship year, a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or dual citizen with the U.S. and another country are not eligible.

Hold an academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree completed by November 15, 2020.

Intend to devote herself full-time to the proposed academic plan during the fellowship year.

Intend to return to her home country to pursue a professional career.

Be proficient in English and confirm proficiency by submitting a valid Educational Testing Service’s Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score or other verification accepted by AAUW. Applicants planning to take the TOEFL or IELTS should plan for and take the test as early as possible. Please direct questions about the tests to the test provider.

Master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants must have applied by November 15, 2020, to an accredited institution of study for the period of the fellowship year and must indicate the name of the institution in the International Fellowship application. Fellows must provide official confirmation from the institution with their acceptance materials.

Master’s/first professional degree fellowships are intended for master’s or professional degree-level programs such as J.D., M.F.A., L.L.M., M.Arch., or medical degrees such as M.D., D.D.S., etc.

Doctoral fellowships are intended for doctorate degrees, such as Ph.D. or Ed.D.

Postdoctoral applicants must provide proof of their doctorate degree; hold a doctorate classified as a research degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A., D.M.) or an M.F.A. by November 15, 2020; and indicate where they will conduct their research.

Master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants must be enrolled in a U.S. accredited institution located in the U.S. during the fellowship year.

A limited number of awards are available to Graduate Women International members for study or research in any country other than their own. Note that foreign branches of U.S. institutions are considered outside of the U.S.

Applicants can apply for the fellowship for any year of their program, but must be conducting a full year of study or research. International Fellowships do not provide funding for a partial year of study or research. Programs ending prior to April of the fellowship year are not eligible.

Distance learning/online programs: Master’s/first professional degree and doctoral fellowships support traditional classroom-based courses of study at colleges or universities. This fellowship program does not provide funding for distance-learning or online programs or for degrees heavily dependent on distance-learning components. Final decisions about what constitutes distance learning under these fellowships will be made by AAUW. AAUW will accept applications from applicants who are temporarily studying remotely due to COVID-19 precautions at their institution.

Criteria for Selection and Application Review

The International Fellowships Panel meets once a year to review applications for funding. Awards are based on the selection criteria outlined on this page. Recommendations by the panel are subject to final approval by the AAUW Board of Directors. Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis according to funds available in a given fiscal year. To ensure a fair review process, it is the policy of AAUW not to comment on the deliberations of its award panels. No provisions exist for reconsideration of grant proposals after the board has acted. AAUW does not provide evaluations of applications. Applications and supporting documents become the sole property of AAUW and will neither be returned nor held for another year.

Applicants residing in their home country at time of application, from developing/emerging countries, or from an underrepresented group in any region, will receive special consideration.

Position on return to home country.

Academic and/or professional qualifications.

Applicant’s commitment to the advancement of women and girls in her home country.

Proposed time schedule.

Quality and feasibility of proposed plan of study or research.

Demonstrated evidence of prior community and/or civic service in home country.

Applicant’s country’s need for the specialized knowledge or skill.

Financial need.

Motivation for graduate study or research.

Regulations

International Fellowship funds are available for:

Educational expenses.

Living expenses.

Dependent child care.

Travel to professional meetings, conferences or seminars, as long as it does not exceed 10% of the fellowship.

International Fellowship funds are NOT available for:

Purchase of equipment

Indirect costs

Research assistants

Previous expenditures, deficits, or repayment of loans

Publication costs

Institutional (overhead) costs

Tuition for dependent’s education

Grants-in-aid for less than a full academic year or travel grants

Travel to or from a fellow’s home country

Travel to or from the fellow’s research location, if abroad (does not apply to fellows who are GWI members with AAUW approval to study or research in a country other than their own).

With some exceptions based on relevant tax statuses and treaties, the fellowship stipend is subject to a 14 or 30 percent tax. AAUW will withhold these funds for payment to the U.S. IRS.

AAUW regards the acceptance of a fellowship as a contract requiring fulfillment of the following terms:

All International Fellowship recipients are required to sign a contract as acceptance of the award. Retain these instructions as they will become part of the fellowship contract if the applicant is awarded a fellowship.

An International Fellow is expected to pursue her project full time during the fellowship year (July 1–June 30). No partial fellowships are awarded. Fellowships may not be deferred.

The International Fellowship dollar amount must be larger than any other single award or paying position (excluding sabbatical support or support from a program that is the functional equivalent of sabbatical leave) received during the fellowship year and must be acknowledged as the major award. Acceptance of concurrent funds of a lesser amount than the AAUW award is permitted but requires prior written approval of AAUW.

Any changes in plans for the fellowship year must have the prior written approval of AAUW. AAUW must be notified promptly of any change in the status of an application resulting from acceptance of another award.

Fellows may spend up to two months travelling abroad for research related to their project plan with prior written approval of AAUW.

Fellows may work up to 20 hours a week or teach one course, with prior written approval of AAUW.

Stipends are made payable to fellows only, not to institutions.

Required Components*

Start the application process by clicking on the link to access the application and create an account through our vendor site. Complete all required components in the following areas.

Eligibility.
Applicants must pass the eligibility quiz to be reviewed by the selection panel.

Applicant.

Recommendations.
Provide three recommendations from professors or professional colleagues well acquainted with you, your work, and your academic background, in striving towards scholarly pursuits. When possible, recommenders should be professors or professional colleagues in the applicant’s home country who can speak about the applicant’s qualifications and about the country’s need for the specialized skill or knowledge she plans to acquire with her proposed study or research. AAUW does not accept references from dossier services.

Academics.

Narratives.

Budget.

Uploads.

Proof of highest degree: Upload transcripts** from the college or university where the highest degree (not a certificate) was obtained.

Transcripts** must include a list of courses taken and grades received.

If the institution does not provide a transcript or a list of courses taken and grades received or the degree did not require coursework, an official letter from the institution where the degree was received that includes the degree completion date must be uploaded.

Do not upload copies of additional certificates or other documents the applicant may have received during her education.

Proof of current enrollment (currently enrolled applicants only): Upload transcripts**/lists of courses/institution letters from the college or university in which the applicant is currently enrolled, if she is enrolled.

Transcripts must include a list of courses taken and grades received.

Many transcripts do not include current coursework. If fall 2020 semester grades are not available and are not on your transcript, a list of courses taken that semester must be provided by the institution’s Office of the Registrar.

If the institution does not provide a transcript or a list of courses taken and grades received or the degree did not require coursework, an official letter* from the institution where the degree was received that includes the degree completion date must be uploaded.

Proof of bachelor’s degree: Upload one of the following:

Transcript** showing degree and date received (must be on or before November 15, 2020).

Copy of diploma showing date degree was received (must be on or before November 15, 2020).

Copy of acceptance letter to, or current enrollment in, a graduate-level program at a U.S. institution.

Proof of a doctorate or M.F.A. degree (postdoctoral applicants only): Upload any one of the following:

Transcript showing degree and date received (must be on or before November 15, 2020).

Official letter from institution where degree was received that includes the degree completion date.

Copy of diploma showing date degree was received (must be on or before November 15, 2020).

Proof of English proficiency: Upload one of the following:

Official report of an acceptable and valid TOEFL or IELTS score. Scores are valid for two years. Institutional TOEFL scores and other English proficiency test scores will not be accepted.

Minimum acceptable scores are as follows:

TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based Test): 79

Revised TOEFL Paper-Delivered Test: 60

IELTS: 6.5

Verification the applicant’s native language is English (written statement required).

Confirmation secondary diploma or undergraduate degree is from an English-speaking institution (transcript required).

Confirmation of one semester of full-time study in the applicant’s discipline at an English-speaking college or university between November 2018 and November 2020 (transcript required).

C.V./Résumé

*A certified English translation is required for all components provided in a foreign language. Translations must bear a mark of certification or official signature that the translation is true and complete.

**All transcripts provided must include the applicant’s full name, the school’s name, all courses, and all grades, as well as any other information requested in the application instructions.

All information available on Official website HERE.

RWTH Scholarships for Doctoral Students in Germany

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Who is Eligible to Apply?

Eligible to apply for funding are students with an above average degree which qualifies for doctoral studies. The applicant’s research endeavour is expected to make an important and original contribution in the respective field of study.

The applicant must be enrolled as a doctoral student at RWTH Aachen University.

What Type of Scholarship is Being Awarded?

Successful applicants are ganted a basic scholarship. As a rule, the basic scholarship should be awarded within one year after graduation.

The basic scholarship is to provide academically gifted graduates, who have demonstrated their scholarly abilities during their studies, with the opportunity to fully concentrate on their research as part of their doctoral studies.

Scholarship Period

As a rule, basic scholarships are awarded for a period of one year. Scholarship recipients have the opportunity to apply for an extension of the scholarship. If the application is approved based on a positive application, a two-year extension of the scholarship will be granted.

The maximum scholarship period is 36 months.

Scholarship Amount

Scholarship holders receive 1,400 euros per month. If the scholarship recipient has a child (or children), he or she will receive an additional monthly allowance of 400 euros.

Employment / Additional Income

Scholarship recipients are allowed to gain a small-scale additional income (that is, jobs with up to 10 h a week) beside their scholarship.

Scholarship Withdrawal

The University reserves the right to revoke the scholarship if it becomes obvious that the recipient does not apply him- or herself to fulfilling the aims of the scholarship. The scholarship can also be withdrawn retroactively.

Application

The application process is conducted by the Division for Academic Affairs, Examination and University Law. A University committee, consisting of the rector (or a delegate named by the rector), two professors, a postdcoc, and a student representative, decides on the scholarship recipients. Applications are to be made to the

Rektor der RWTH Aachen
Abteilung 1.1 – Akademische Angelegenheiten, Prüfungs- und Hochschulrecht
Karmeliterstraße 6
52064 Aachen

Please submit all the application materials electronically as well.

Deadlines for Application

September 15 for the scholarship period starting November 1.

More Information about the Application Process and Deadlines

Please contact Jessica Hannemann via telephone or email.

Capital University Music Composition Scholarship in USA

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July 29, 2021

99% of first-year, full-time undergraduate international students receive some type of merit-based financial assistance. The information you provide on your admission application serves as the basis for most scholarships and grants.

Apply now for the best consideration. Your application fee will be waived. So it’s free and easy for you to apply!

MUSIC COMPOSITION SCHOLARSHIP (UP TO $3,500)

Scholarship available to traditional undergraduate full-time Conservatory of Music composition majors based on composition portfolio and evaluation. This tuition-based award is renewable if you are enrolled as a full-time composition major and your cumulative GPA is 2.00 or higher. Awards are made for a maximum of eight fall and spring semesters (four years) to students seeking their first undergraduate degree.

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Opening soon! Chevening Scholarships 2022-2023, UK

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Applications open: August 3, 2021 – Check if you are eligible!

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must:

Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.

Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your award has ended.

Have completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university by the time you submit your application. This is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK but may be different depending on your course and university choice.

Have at least two years (equivalent to 2,800 hours) of work experience.

Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by 15 July 2021.

You are not eligible for a Chevening Scholarship if you:

Hold British or dual British citizenship (unless you are a citizen of a British Overseas Territory or hold BN(O) and are applying from Hong Kong).

Hold refugee status in a non-Chevening eligible country. Applicants who are citizens of a Chevening-eligible country and who hold refugee status in a Chevening-eligible country are eligible for a scholarship.

Are an employee, a former employee, or relative* of an employee (since July 2018) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British embassies/high commissions; the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy; Department for International Trade; the Ministry of Defence; and the Home Office), or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Employees, former employees, or relatives* of an employee (since July 2018) of Chevening Partner organisations are eligible to apply, but cannot receive a Chevening Partner Award from the organisation from which they work, previously worked, or are affiliated with through relatives.

Have previously studied in the UK with funding from a UK Government-funded scholarship.

Once submitted, applications undergo an electronic sift against our eligibility criteria. Any applications deemed ineligible will be removed from the selection process. Please see the list of common errors here. If you make these errors in your application form, your application will be ineligible. Please note that once your application has been submitted, it is not possible to change it retrospectively.

*Relatives are defined as parents or step-parents, siblings or step-siblings, children or step-children, spouse, civil partner or unmarried partner (where the couple have been in a relationship akin to marriage or civil partnership for at least two years)

Source: Official website HERE.

Project Coordinator at Digital Health City Cancer Challenge Foundation : Deadline: 28-08-21

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Project Coordinator, Digital Health

Job Announcement

Job title: Project Coordinator, Digital Health

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

About City Cancer Challenge

City Cancer Challenge Foundation (C/Can) supports cities around the world as they work to improve access to equitable, quality cancer care.

C/Can leads a city-based partnership initiative that aims to improve access to quality cancer care in cities around the world by transforming the way stakeholders from the public and private sectors collectively design, plan, and implement cancer solutions.

The approach is built on the core principle that cities can drive impact at national level by crafting data-driven solutions with the support of a network of global, regional, and local partners that reflect an understanding of the unique local context.

C/Can was launched by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) at the 2017 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. It was established as a standalone Swiss foundation in January 2019.

Summary of Position

In order to assist the pilot and deployment of digital health transformation projects led by C/Can cities in Africa, City Cancer Challenge Foundation is looking to recruit a Project Coordinator, Digital Health based in Kigali, Rwanda.

This is a 40% assignment for 6 months, with possibility of extension depending on the performance and project developments.

Expected starting date: August 1st, 2021

Key Responsibilities

Monitors digital health projects’ progress on a regular basis with the local project leaders and stakeholders’, in Rwanda and potentially in other African countries
Acts as thought partner to follow project key success indicators
Engages with clinicians and other users to collect feedback, identify pain points or training needs
Suggests and/or takes up change management initiatives with public and private stakeholders involved
Participates to project team meetings and contributes with own findings

Promotes the projects to other local stakeholders as a C/Can representative and contributes to their integration into larger projects

Engages with other digital health project coordinators locally and explores collaboration opportunities
Potentially transfers knowledge to other projects internationally

Required experience and competencies

Educational Qualifications and Experience

A master degree with at least 1 year of work experience or a 1st degree with 3 years of work experience in one of the following domains:
Healthcare/hospital project management
Digital transformation project management
Consulting experience with government agencies

Worked in data analysis and generated data-driven insights

Experienced stringent reporting demands and is able to write professional project plans and reports
Has experience working with international NGOs
Engaged diverse stakeholders among public and private sectors as well as development agencies

Core competences

Communication: expresses opinions, speaks clearly, has a sense of diplomacy while interacting with external stakeholders

Drive for results: passionate about action and helping to get things moving
Team Spirit: enjoys working as part of a project group with members of different backgrounds
Learning and Researching: rapidly learns new tasks and demonstrates understanding of newly acquired information
Independence: has the ability to take initiatives and work with limited supervision to deliver results
Coping with pressure: maintains a positive outlook at work and works productively in a pressurized environment and in a crisis situation while keeping emotions under control

How to apply

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter to: recruitment@citycancerchallenge.org. Please ensure that they are sent as PDF documents with the titles “your name cover letter” and “your name CV”. Please put “C/Can Project Coordinator, Digital Health” in the email subject line. Applications will be received until a suitable candidate is identified.

The deadline: 28th August 2021

Health Communication Coordinator at World Relief Rwanda (WRR) : Deadline: 02-08-2021

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

To facilitate the implementation of its activities in Musanze District, World Relief Rwanda wishes to recruit one qualified and well experienced candidate to fill the position of Health Communication Coordinator in the above-mentioned district. The job description and other requirements for this position are as follows:

Job Description

Position title:	Health Communication Coordinator
Department/Division:	Programs
Job title of supervisor:	Project Manager (SCOPE COVID-19).
Locations:	Musanze
Start date:	Immediately
Length of opportunity:	7 months
Hours per week:	Full Time – 40 Hrs.
Number of positions open:	1

World Relief Rwanda is implementing a USAID funded SCOPE COVID-19 Project and is seeking to provide COVID-19 prevention and preparedness activities at community level. The project will inform, engage and empower the public through timely and consistent provision of key messages on COVID-19 as well as disseminating SBCC messages around COVID vaccines at the community and faith institution level. World Relief Rwanda, therefore invites applications from interested and qualified candidates to fill the vacant position specified above.

World Relief is an International Christian NGO working in Health, Economic Development, Disaster response, and Refugee resettlement. World Relief’s mission is empowering local churches to serve the most vulnerable.


General function.	The position holder will provide effective coordination of all concerned stakeholders and Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) task forces at the district level around COVID-19 prevention and preparedness activities within the assigned district. He/she will be responsible for the implementation of Risk Communication and Community Engagement, and infection prevention and control of COVID-19 activities.
Specific job duties:	1. Establish and support district level RCCE task forces (that include government, partners, national faith networks and other stakeholders) in planning and coordination of responses on COVID-19 RCCE activities. 2. Support capacity building of local faith leaders around COVID-19 prevention and control efforts. 3. Organize trainings and capacitate all concerned community volunteers to help with community sensitization, and conduct home visits with provided COVID-19 prevention and control messages within the district. 4. Conduct regular awareness and community outreach campaigns to control and prevent the spread of COVID-19. 5. Work with all concerned institutions, media houses and social media platforms to eliminate misinformation and rumors around COVID-19 and Vaccines. 6. Improve the health of the population through promoting safe hygiene practices and ensuring community involvement ownership in the delivery of essential primary health services. 7. Provide and timely disseminate adapted RCCE messages to targeted beneficiaries. 8. Map community led RCCE (Risk Communication and Community Engagement) activities for complementarity and consistency. 9. Liaise with Monitoring and Evaluation team in conducting assessments to inform the response. 10.Collaborate with the community health workers and local leaders to collect feedback, rumors and misinformation on COVID-19 and use the information gathered to adapt communication and community engagement activities. 11.Compile and share ideas and methods on how to engage communities in a two-way communication mechanism. 12.Carry out other activities assigned by and mutually agreed on with your supervisor.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:	Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Journalism. Ability to maintain performance expectations in conditions with limited resources. Ability to work with different faith leaders in the community. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are vital. Strong capacity building and facilitation skills. Ability to work with minimum supervision, and to deal with problems/issues promptly and efficiently. Excellent written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office.
Experience Required:	2 years’ experience in the implementation of community-based programs, preferably in outbreak related-interventions during emergencies. Experience working with community leaders at all levels.
Physical Demands:	Willingness to live in the assigned district to follow up on project activities implemented within all sectors of the district.

How to Apply: Please submit a motivation letter addressed to the Country Director of World Relief Rwanda, copy of your notified degree, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with 2 names of referees, a copy of your national identity card and a church recommendation from your Pastor or Priest by the 2^nd of August 2021. Please send them all by e-mail as one PDF document to WRrwanda@wr.org and do not exceed 2MB.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for exams. If you don’t hear from WRR by August 13^th, 2021, consider your application unsuccessful.

Done at Kigali on July 28^th, 2021.

Jacqueline Mukashema

Director of Administration and Finance.

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