Call for Applications | Harvard Conference – HPAIR 2017

Posted on October 29, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: January 7th, 2017 | 11:59 PM EDT
Open to: Current undergraduate and graduate students. Recent college graduates (within the past 5 years)
Venue: 17– 20 February 2017, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Description

The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) is a student-run organization of the Harvard University Faculty of Arts and Sciences. HPAIR organizes Harvard University’s largest annual student conferences in the Asia-Pacific region. Since 1991, we have continuously gathered a growing pool of international students from top universities, renowned academics, business professionals, and political leaders to engage in our rigorous educational events.

Our programs intend to achieve three goals:

Provide a dynamic forum of exchange on international issues vital to Asia
Foster long-term relationships among young leaders from around the globe
Connect talented delegates with some of today’s leaders in academia, business and government.

Today, HPAIR has significantly expanded to offer two annual conferences. Through plenary sessions, panels, keynotes, workshops, and case studies, the conferences provide valuable opportunities for discussion about challenges and trends in the international landscape. Continuing its tradition of academic excellence, the HPAIR Harvard Conference seeks to create a rigorous forum for dialogue and exchange.

The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) will take place on February 17-20 in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Eligibility

Current undergraduate and graduate students. Recent college graduates (within the past 5 years) may also apply to HPAIR conferences!

Costs

You will have to pay your registration fee when filling out the online registration form for the conference. Because HPAIR uses PayPal, delegates will need to use a debit or credit card. Your online registration is NOT complete until you have successfully submitted both your online registration form and your registration payment. Alternative methods of payment are also available on a case by case basis.

Registration fees for the 2017 Harvard Conference:

Early Registration = $375
Regular Registration = $400
Late Registration = $450

During the HPAIR conference, there will be coffee breaks throughout the conference where refreshments will be provided. HPAIR will also provide breakfast and catered lunches throughout the conference.

HPAIR is not responsible for transportation to and from the conference. Delegates have the choice of taking the T (the subway) or a bus/taxi to their hotel and the venue. More detailed information will be sent to accepted delegates in the Delegate Guide.

There is financial aid available for the 2017 Harvard Conference.

To clarify, the financial aid application is separate from the general application. You need to apply to both to receive financial aid! You will only be considered for financial aid if you submit both your application and your financial aid application by the regular round deadline – that is, before December 10th, 2016 at 11:59 PM EST.

Please be prepared to answer an essay question of up to 650 words, write a short answer of up to 250 words, participate in a Skype interview, and provide financial statements about parental and personal yearly incomes.

Application

Having attended previous conferences does not by itself influence your chances of acceptance. However, if you were accepted for a previous conference, this means we were sufficiently impressed by your essays, resume and credentials in a previous application cycle. As such, you will have a fair chance of being accepted again this year provided your application demonstrates the same strength relative to the rest of our applicant pool. Early round applicants will be notified in late November, regular round applicants will be notified in early January, and late round applicants will be notified in late January.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: help@hpair.org.

The official web-page.

The Public Policy & International Affairs Program (PPIA) is now accepting applications for the 2017 PPIA Fellowship!

Posted on October 26, 2016 by RedFoxx

About the Fellowship

The PPIA program prepares undergraduates

to be competitive candidates for top degree programs in the fields of public policy, public administration or international affairs through participation in a Junior Summer Institute (JSI).

JSI is an intensive, 7-week, academic program during the summer at one of these host campuses:

The Ford School – University of Michigan
The Goldman School – UC Berkeley
Heinz College – Carnegie Mellon University
Humphrey School of Public Affairs – University of Minnesota
Woodrow Wilson School – Princeton University

Eligible candidates are current undergrads who will be completing their B.A. between December 2017 and August 2018. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2016.

Apply Today >>

Benefits of Participation

Full tuition at a PPIA Junior Summer Institute.
Eligibility to receive assistance with travel expenses.
A stipend of up to $1,500 (funding determined by each JSI).
University housing with a meal plan.
Books and related course materials at your JSI.
Each JSI may offer additional benefits, such as GRE preparation, at their discretion. Please check with each JSI about any additional benefits.
Minimum of a one-time $5,000 scholarship at a PPIA graduate school if admitted for a Master’s degree or select PhD programs. PPIA Fellows often receive financial offers above and beyond this minimum from their graduate program.
Fee waiver when applying to programs that are members of the PPIA Graduate School Consortium.

Global Arts Management Fellowship – DeVos Institute of Arts Management at the University of Maryland

Posted on October 20, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 1 December 2016
Open to: applicants who have a minimum of five years working experience in an administrative capacity in an arts or cultural organization
Fellowship: Air and ground transportation between Washington, D.C. and their country of residence, Lodging during the Fellowship, Per diem to cover living expenses during the Fellowship, Visa sponsorship (for international applicants) and Program materials

Description

The DeVos Institute’s Fellowship program is offered free of charge to arts managers from across the United States and around the world who are selected through a competitive application process. These fellows attend a four-week program in residence at the University of Maryland each spring for three consecutive years.

Fellowships include:

Intensive academic training in nonprofit management, finance, planning, fundraising, evaluation, and marketing
Access to leaders of cultural institutions from throughout the United States, including site visits to select institutions
Intensive, collaborative group work
Ongoing personalized mentoring, both during and between the month-long residencies

The fellowship will accept a new class each year beginning in 2016. First-year, second-year, and third-year fellows attend residencies together and engage in activities tailored to their year in the program.

Fellows have served in senior positions at such organizations as the AFCA Foundation for Arts and Culture (Egypt), American Conservatory Theater (San Francisco), Bosnian National Theatre Zenica, Ciudad Cultural Konex (Argentina), Cultural Center of the Philippines, Dance UK, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Ivan Honchar Museum & National Center of Folk Culture (Ukraine), Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (New York), Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Mexican Center for Music and Sonic Arts, Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra (Russia), Nashville Children’s Theatre, National Arts Council of Zimbabwe, National Centre for the Performing Arts (China), Queensland Performing Arts Centre (Australia), Singapore Repertory Theatre, and Vancouver International Film Festival (Canada).

Eligibility

Have a minimum of five years working experience in an administrative capacity in an arts or cultural organization
Currently serve as the executive director (or equivalent) or the head of a major department within an arts or cultural organization
Have an excellent command of business English, orally and written
Be able to commit to the full term of the Fellowship (Washington D.C. residency dates are June 26 – July 21, 2017; June 25 – July 20, 2018; and July 1 – July 26, 2019. Fellows receive personalized mentoring and participate in virtual activities in between residencies.)

Fellowship

Air and ground transportation between Washington, D.C. and their state or country of residence
Lodging during the Fellowship
Per diem to cover living expenses during the Fellowship
Visa sponsorship (for international applicants)
Program materials

Application

The application must be completed and submitted online in one session.
A downloadable Fellowship Application Essay Worksheet has been provided for you gather the necessary materials and prepare your responses in advance of completing the online application.
You will have the opportunity to download a copy of your application for your records prior to submitting.
All materials must be uploaded to the application.
Letters of recommendation are not required. A letter of support from your current supervisor or board chair is requested and described in the application worksheet.

Timeline

The deadline for submitting applications is Thursday, December 1, 2016, 12:00 PM Washington, D.C. Eastern Standard Time.
Select candidates will be contacted via email for a phone interview between January and April 2017.
Application decisions will be made in April and May 2017.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: fellowships@devosinstitute.net.

The official web-page.

Call for Applications for the 2017–2018 Community Solutions Program (CSP)

Posted on October 14, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 18 November 2016, at 12 p.m. EST.
Open to: participants between the ages of 25 and 38 as of January 1, 2017;
Scholarship: J-1 visa support; Round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the US; Monthly allowance to cover housing, meals and other living expenses while in the US; and Accident and sickness insurance.

Description

The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a year-long professional development program for people who are working to improve their communities by addressing issues related to the environment, tolerance and conflict resolution, transparency and accountability, and women and gender. For 2017–2018, up to 100 community activists will be selected to participate in the program, which includes:

Fellowship in the United States: Fellows are matched to host organizations throughout the US where they complete a four-month hands-on professional experience.
Community Leadership Institute: Fellows participate in the Community Leadership Institute, a leadership training program designed to strengthen their leadership and management skills. The Institute includes face-to-face trainings, online courses, professional coaching, and networking.
Community-based initiatives: While in the US and with the help of their US host organization, fellows design and plan a community development initiative or project to carry out after they return home. Once the fellows depart the US, they put these projects into action in their home communities.

Eligibility

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

You are between the ages of 25 and 38 as of January 1, 2017;
You are a citizen of one of the eligible countries listed below;
You are living and working in your home country;
- Individuals with refugee status working on behalf of their home community may be given special consideration.
You have at least two years of experience working on community development, either as a full-time or part-time employee or volunteer;
You have a high level of proficiency in spoken and written English at the time of application;
Semifinalists will be required to take or submit recent scores for a TOEFL or IELTS English language test.
You are available to travel to the US for four months from August to December 2017;
You are not a citizen or permanent resident of the US and have not applied for US permanent residency within the past three years;
Applicants who have participated in an exchange program sponsored by the US Government must have fulfilled their two-year home residency requirement.
You are eligible to receive a US J-1 visa;
You are not currently participating in an academic, training, or research program in the US;
You are committed to returning to your home country for a minimum of two years after completing the program; and
You are not a current IREX employee or consultant, or their immediate family member.

Eligible countries by region

Africa: Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
East Asia and the Pacific: Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Europe: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey, and Ukraine.
Middle East and North Africa: Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, and West Bank/Palestinian Territories.
South and Central Asia: Bangladesh, Burma, Maldives, Nepal, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
Western Hemisphere: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Haiti, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay.

Financial Support

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

Application

Applications must be submitted online at http://oas.irex.org/csp by Friday, November 18, 2016, at 12 p.m. EST. Applications that are mailed, faxed, or e-mailed will not be accepted.

Detailed application instructions can be downloaded here.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have additional questions, please e-mail csp@irex.org.

The official web-page.

Call for Applications: The UWC Short Course Turkey 2017

Posted on October 14, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 26 October 2016
Open to: 21 years old or older and fluent in English
Venue: two weeks in July/August, Turkey

Description

The UWC Short Course Turkey 2017 will touch on issues of identity and migration –and their several intersections, to give young participants a chance to re-think migration in its complexity, with its challenges as well as its enriching aspects. This year’s short course will bring together 40 young people between the ages of 16 and 18 years old from Europe, Western Asia and North Africa. The short course will take place over a period of two weeks in July/August.

We believe that to think about migration is fundamental to our future. While revisiting the relationship between diasporas, homelands and transnational identities we would like to rethink together the “us/them” binary, particularly with regards to social and cultural differences. At the same time, one of our goals is to facilitate the production of a creative project made by participants, so we can reach out beyond the space and time limitations of the short course.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals committed to creating social change through education. So, if you believe that bringing youth together is an answer, and if you are able to responsively commit to creating an active and positive environment while working together, continue reading to apply as a coordinator.

Eligibility

You need to be 21 years old or older and fluent in English
You will need to make 6 hours a week available for the short course and to be available full-time for a three week period in July/August (exact dates TBD).

Costs

This course runs on a volunteer ethic. This is an unpaid position and travel costs are not covered. However, costs incurred during the short course like accommodation, food and local transportation will be covered during the length of your stay.

Application

Fill out the application form before October 26th, 2016
Interviews with selected applicants will take place between October 29th and November 6th, 2016.
The following application form will require personal and contact information from you and will also ask you to fill out short essay questions detailing your qualifications to work as a coordinator.

In order to apply, register HERE.

For more information, get in touch at info@short-course-turkey.uwc.org

The official web-page.

14 Vacancies at ILO Offices around the World

Posted on October 5, 2016 by RedFoxx

Application deadline: 1 November 2016 (Geneva Time)

For further information and details on how to apply, please visit: erecruit.ilo.org/public/

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form.
To apply, please visit the above-mentioned ILO’s e-Recruitment website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

A better world starts here

There has never been a more exciting time to be part of the ILO!

The ILO is hiring professionals in the following technical and managerial areas mentioned below.

International Labour Standards
Labour Law
Employment Policy
Gender Equality
Green Jobs Programme
Research
Statistics
Economics
Macro Economics
Labour Economics
IT
Technical Services Engineering
Resource Mobilization
Social Protection

The International Labour Organization (ILO), a specialized agencyof the United Nations, has the mandate to promote social justice,employment and internationally recognized human and labourrights in the context of inclusive and equitable economic growth.

It is the only tripartite UN agency, bringing together representativesof governments, employers and workers.

If you would like to work within an internationally diverse,globally challenging, highly principled environment and you havea proven track record of high performance, then the ILO is theright place for you.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and aims at achieving gender parity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.

The closing date for applications is 1 November 2016.

Contact: erecruit@ilo.org

The 2017-19 Jeanne Sauvé Public Leadership Program

Posted on September 26, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 21 October 2016
Open to: participants between the ages of 25 and 30 years old, have at least 3 years of full-time professional experience
Costs: the Foundation reimburses all reasonable* visa/permit and economy fare travel costs

Description

As part of the 2017-19 Jeanne Sauvé Public Leadership Program, the Foundation invites bright young change-makers from a wide range of disciplines and sectors from Canada and around to world to take part in a remarkable leadership journey.

Following in the thematic footsteps of the inaugural program, our next cohort of Fellows will explore the complexities of Public Leadership for Culturally Diverse Societies: The Inclusion Imperative. The 2017-19 Jeanne Sauvé Fellows will be invited to collectively explore how public leaders can help diverse societies to thrive by making inclusion of all cultural groups a guiding principle.

The Program is a unique two-year opportunity. It begins with a full-time residential leadership experience in Montreal with a dozen select Public Leadership Fellows. This is followed by a field phase, in which Fellows return to their respective communities and countries in order to apply the skills and new ideas developed during the residential phase. Fellows benefit from intensive leadership development training and support during the residential year and some ongoing support from one another and the Foundation during the field year.

The Jeanne Sauvé Fellowship is the beginning of a lifelong personal and professional leadership development journey as part of a global community of courageous, connected change-makers.

Eligibility

Be between 25 and 30 years of age (inclusive)
Have completed at least one university degree
Possess high oral and written proficiency in English (French language skills are an asset)
Have at least 3 years of full-time professional experience
Have a strong record of leadership benefitting a particular community or cause in the public interest

Costs

The Jeanne Sauvé Fellows are provided with a fellowship. They are also given accommodation in the Sauvé House at no cost.

the Foundation reimburses all reasonable* visa/permit and economy fare travel costs incurred by participants in the course of their visa/permit applications.

*Expenses above $150 must be approved in advance by the Foundation.

The Foundation also covers the costs of economy travel to and from Montreal at the start and end of the residential program (exact dates to be approved in advance by the Foundation).

Transportation costs (round-trip) are covered for Fellows’ return to Montreal at the end of the phase.

In addition to free accommodation at Jeanne Sauvé House, Fellows in residence receive a monthly living allowance that is above the estimated monthly cost of living for graduate students in Montreal; it enables them to buy food, clothing and other necessities, as well as to enjoy the city of Montreal.

Application

Applications will be considered as of Friday, September 23, 2016. The deadline for submission of applications isFriday, October 21, 2016, MIDNIGHT GMT-4.

Applications will be processed as they are received. Applications uploaded early in this period are therefore encouraged.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: application@jeannesauve.org.

The official web-page.

World Youth Conference 2016 in India

Posted on September 21, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 30 September 2016
Open to: participants between the ages of 18 and 30 years old
Venue: 12 – 14 November 2016 in New Delhi, India

Description

The World Youth Conference 2016, “Youth for Sustainable Development” will take place from 12 to 14 November, 2016 in New Delhi, India. The Conference has a unique aim of producing a joint outcome document between states and youth, called ‘New Delhi Action Plan’.

The Conference is expected to bring together 1500 participants, half of them young people, and 150 of them will come from marginalised backgrounds, making the conference one of the most well represented youth events at the global level. The pre-conference process is led by an independent international youth task force which represents major global youth organisations and regional platforms ensuring regional and gender balance.

Eligibility

The international youth delegates will be selected according to these criteria:

Between 18 and 30
Well versed in current national/international youth policies and/or development debates
Willing and motivated to prepare the WYC together with other young people through involving in/conducting consultations to take other young people’s views to the WYC
Willing to ensure follow-up to the WYC through dissemination of outcomes and taking part in the implementation of the outcome document
Able to work in English
Supported by an organisation/community that can endorse you as a delegate (whenever possible)

Please not that gender and regional balance will be taken into account in the selection.
The role of youth delegates:

To represent their constituencies during the WYC 2016 and actively take part in the conference programme
To prepare for the WYC 2016 together with their constituencies through the organisation of consultations and other pre-conference programmes
To actively follow-up the WYC2016

Costs

http://wyc2016.com/registration-fees/

Application

Group registration is only applicable to the registration of five people or more. The company or organization requesting a group registration must nominate one group representative who will administer the group booking.

The registration fee structure for group registrations is identical to the structure for individual delegates, which is based on the World Bank Classification.

Group members cannot register accompanying persons online. This can either be done onsite or by contacting the WYC 2016 Registration Department.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: wyc2016india@gmail.com.

The official web-page.

Community Leadership: Leading Change for Organization Renewal

Posted on September 21, 2016 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 21 October 2016
Open to: High school, college, and university students
Venue: 24 – 26 October 2016 at Sunway Unversity, Malaysia

Description

This 5-day leadership program is designed to help working professionals create and develop sustainable solutions for renewal and regenerationat the workplace, and for their communities. Using leadership frameworks taught at professional graduate schools at Harvard Universityparticipants will be guided on how to channel change from within, develop a personal and professional leadership style to take on, at a point in time, positions of greater influence.

Eligibility

High school, college, and university students.

Benefits

Be exposed to Harvard’s state-of-art talent training schemes
Achieve self-discovery, personal growth, and self-reliance
Generate ground-breaking ideas and strong-guiding principlesLearn fundamental concepts on problem solving strategy
Create a workplace culture of entrepreneurship and innovation

Application

In order to apply to this program, you’ll have to register an account with Center of Asia Leadership to manage and maintain your information. If you already have an existing account with us, please sign in here instead.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, write to: cali@asialeadership.org.

The official web-page.

BEGINNING A CAREER WITH THE FBI

Posted on September 14, 2016 by RedFoxx

Honors Internship Program

The Honors Internship Program is a 10-week, paid internship for college undergraduate and graduate students. While exploring our exciting career options, students work side-by-side with FBI employees at our Washington, D.C. area headquarters locations, or in field offices around the country. Open to a wide range of academic areas, this internship offers experiences students can’t find anywhere else.

The Honors Internship Program application for Summer 2017 opens August 26 and closes October 14, 2016.
Click here for the Honors Internship Program application.

Internship Qualifications

General Requirements

To apply for the Honors Internship Program, applicants must:

Have U.S. Citizenship.
Attend a college or university full-time as an undergraduate (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior), graduate, or post-doctorate student. Students are not eligible if graduating before the program start date; exceptions are permitted to students continuing their education in the following immediate semester.
Have and maintain a 2.95 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or better at the time of application, throughout the application process, and the duration of the internship program.
Pass all of the FBI employment background investigation requirements and be able to receive a Top Secret security clearance

Educational Disciplines

The FBI is interested in applicants with a wide range of educational backgrounds. These include but are not limited to the following:

Accounting
Business
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
English
Film
Finance
Foreign Languages
Human Resources
Information Technology
Journalism
Law
Marketing
Public Relations
Visual Arts

Candidate Skills

While applicants come from a range of academic backgrounds, the most competitive applicants also possess the following skills:

Strong analytical thinking abilities
Flexibility and adaptability
Take initiative and be self-motivated
Work well with others and have strong interpersonal abilities
Good judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills

Location Choices

Intern assignments are based on the current skills needed in the FBI. As part of the application, candidates are asked to pick their top three desired field offices or headquarters locations, and these are taken into account during the selection process. To find the closest field office to you or view all of our locations, visit the Locations page.

Headquarters selections include the FBI’s main headquarters locations in Washington, D.C., as well as Quantico, Virginia; Clarksburg, West Virginia; Huntsville, Alabama; and Winchester, Virginia. Quantico opportunities include the Training, Operational Technology or Laboratory Divisions. Clarksburg offers opportunities at our Criminal Justice Information Services, Winchester offers opportunities at our Records Management Division, and Huntsville offers opportunities at our Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center (TEDAC).

Candidates who select Quantico, Clarksburg, Huntsville, or Winchester must have their own transportation to and from work, as no public transportation is available in these areas.

Application Process

The Honors Internship Program is highly competitive. As such, FBI representatives select and interview the most qualified candidates based on academic achievements, area of study, life/work experiences, and the current needs of the FBI. Below is a more detailed timeline of the application process.

August 26th through October 14th, 2016: Applications for the Honors Internship Program: Graduate and Undergraduate opportunities open.
October 2016 through December 2016: Applicants are reviewed, selected and interviewed based on location choices, degrees, and current needs of the FBI.
December 2016: Conditional Job Offers are extended and candidates begin their FBI background investigations. For more information on the FBI background investigation, please visit our Employment Eligibility page.
Summer 2017: Internships begin (start dates may vary due to variations in the length of time of students’ background investigations).

Click here to apply to the Honors Internship Program posting for Summer 2017.

Honors Internship Program Forms

All applicants must download each form, fill them out carefully and accurately, and attach them to their application.