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  • ILO Skills Challenge Innovation Call ($ 50,000 Grant)

    ILO Skills Challenge Innovation Call ($ 50,000 Grant)

    Application Deadline: 13 April 2020 (midnight, Geneva time);

    The ILO is calling on individuals and organizations to share innovative ideas and solutions to address the skills mismatch challenge. The ILO Skills Challenge Innovation Call will recognise and support the development of solutions that aim to address the different forms and dimensions of skills mismatch.

    These can include proposals to:

    • enhance the effectiveness of vocational education and training programmes through innovative delivery and assessment partnerships;
    • improve the development and recognition of knowledge, skills and attributes of employees through innovative work based learning initiatives;
    • empower enterprises to better utilise the skills of their workers;
    • improve the collection, analysis, management and use of data and information on skill needs and labour market trends;
    • improve the training and employment of under-represented groups including migrant and refugees, people with disabilities, young people and women;
    • improve the provision of active labour market programmes through the integrated provision of vocational and job search assistance, training and work placement for the unemployed; and
    • to establish new and innovative multi-stakeholder partnerships to address skills mismatch at the regional, sectoral or local levels.

    Requirements

    Any individual or any formally constituted and registered organisation/company in existence for at least two calendar years prior to the deadline. By organizations we mean cooperatives, education and training institutions (including schools, public and private training providers and universities), government agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations, public and private enterprises, regional and sectoral bodies and research organisations.

    ILO is open to all ideas and solutions at any stage of development. They can be at an early-stage or more mature innovation. They can be a one person’s idea or involve a collaborative joint effort from different actors, such as governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations.

    An expert evaluation panel will evaluate all proposals and the winner will receive support to turn the idea into reality and cement their role as innovators in skills development.

    Benefits:

    The winning entry will receive substantial support comprised on the following:

    • Financial support: The winner will receive a $50,000 grant to implement the proposed solution;
    • Six-month innovation lab: The winner will receive technical support to transform the idea into a prototype ready to be piloted, including through boot camps and remote mentoring via a virtual platform;
    • Worldwide visibility: The winner will receive support through awareness raising of the idea and solution, including an invitation to a global event to present the innovation concept to potential partners and sponsors, press articles in media channels, videos, among others;
    • Extended network and partnerships: The winner and shortlisted entries will join the ILO’s Global Network of Skills Innovators. They will have the opportunity to exchange with other innovators and share their solutions with ILO’s stakeholders

    Key dates and deadlines:

    • Launch of the Call: 29 January 2020;
    • Submission deadline for ideas: 13 April 2020 (midnight, Geneva time);
    • Announcement of winner: 14 May 2020;
    • Skills Innovation Lab commences: September 2020;
    • Piloting of solution completed by: September 2021.

    Any queries related to the challenge call in general or the application process itself should be directed to [email protected]

    Application Procedure:

    To submit your idea or solution, applicants should:

    1. Go to the Skills Challenge Innovation Call webpage ;
    2. Revise the eligibility criteria  and terms and conditions  of the competition;
    3. Develop the proposal and secure support from partners;
    4. Complete the form  available on the website;
    5. Send the completed form and supporting documents to [email protected] by 13 April 2020 (midnight, Geneva time).

    Applications and supporting documents can be submitted in English, French and Spanish. There is no fee  to participate in the Call. Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their application has been received. Incomplete or late responses will not be considered.

    For More Information:

    Visit the Official Webpage of the ILO Skills Challenge Innovation Call: Finding solutions to skills mismatch

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  • Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest 2020 for Young People (USD1,000+ Prize & Fully Funded to Japan)

    Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest 2020 for Young People (USD1,000+ Prize & Fully Funded to Japan)

    Application Deadline: June 15th 2020

     

    TheGoi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world’s youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development. It also aims to inspire society to learn from the young minds and to think about how each of us can make a difference in the world.

    Theme

    “A Letter from Myself in 2030”

    Imagine what an ideal world ten years from now would be like. Write a letter from yourself in 2030 to your present (2020) self, in which you describe the state of the world, the way people are living, and what you, yourself, are doing in society. In addition, include any important message that you might wish to tell your present self.

    1. Essays may be submitted by anyone up to 25 years old (as of June 15, 2020) in one of the following age categories: a) Children (ages up to 14) b) Youth (ages 15 – 25)
    2. Essays must be 700 words or less in English, French, Spanish or German, or 1600 characters or less in Japanese, excluding essay title and cover page. Essays may be typed or printed.
    3. Entries may be submitted online or by postal mail.
    * IMPORTANT: To send your essay online, you must go to the online registration page and follow the required steps. * Since the online registration page is expected to experience high traffic towards the June 15 deadline, we suggest that you submit your essay as early as possible.
    4. Entries submitted by postal mail must include a cover page  indicating
    (1) your name (2) category (Children or Youth) (3) age as of June 15, 2020 (4) gender
    (5) nationality (6) address (7) e-mail (8) phone number (9) school name (if applicable)
    (10) your essay title (11) language (12) word count.

    Teachers and youth directors may submit a collection of essays from their class or group.
    Please enclose a list of participants’ names, ages and the name and contact information of the submitting teacher or director.
    * Entries missing any of the above information will not be considered.
    * Only one entry per person is accepted.
    *A cover page template is available to download. You may also create your own cover page with all items (1)-(12) above.
    * We are unable to confirm receipt of essays.
    5. Essays must be original and unpublished. Plagiarized entries will be rejected.
    6. Essays must be written by one person. Co-authored essays are not accepted.
    7. Copyright of the essays entered will be assigned to the organizer.
    8. If you have questions, please consult the FAQ section below.

    Prizes

    The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
    1st Prize: Certificate, prize of 100,000 Yen (approx. US$900 as of Feb. 2020) … 1 entrant
    2nd Prize: Certificate, prize of 50,000 Yen (approx. US$450 as of Feb. 2020) and gift … 2 entrants
    3rd Prize: Certificate and gift … 5 entrants
    Honorable Mention: Certificate and gift … 25 entrants

    * 1st prize winners will be invited to the award ceremony to be held in Tokyo, Japan in November 2020 and will receive the Minister of Education Award. (Travel expenses will be covered by the organizer.)
    * Additional awards (Recognition for Effort, Best School Award, School Incentive Award) will be given
    if applicable.
    * All prize winners will be announced on October 31, 2020 (Japan time) on this website. Certificates and gifts will be mailed to the winners in December 2020.
    * We are unable to answer individual inquiries concerning contest results.

    Mail Address

    If you wish to submit your entry by postal mail, send to:
    International Essay Contest c/o The Goi Peace Foundation
    1-4-5 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0093, Japan

    For More Information:

    Visit the Official Webpage of the Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest 2020

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  • Human Sciences Research Council 2020 Masters Research Internship for young South Africans

    Human Sciences Research Council 2020 Masters Research Internship for young South Africans

    Application Deadline: : 21 February 2020.

    The HSRC conducts large-scale, policy-relevant, social-scientific research for public sector users, non-governmental organisations and international development agencies. Research activities and structures are closely aligned with South Africa’s national development priorities.

    The HSRC’s integrated research programmes provide single points of entry – complete with a critical mass of researchers – for interdisciplinary and problem-orientated research in the following areas:
    • Africa Institute of South Africa
    • Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators
    • Democracy, Governance and Service Delivery
    • Economic Performance and Development
    • Education and Skills Development
    • Human and Social Development
    • Social Policy, Knowledge Mobilisation, and Impact Assessment
    • Social Aspects of Public Health.

    The HSRC therefore seeks to appoint 10 x Masters Research Interns who are able to assume duty before 31 March 2020. These positions can be based in any one of the HSRC’s offices, namely Cape Town, Durban, or Pretoria.

    The Master’s Research Internships within the HSRC is meant to provide the successful candidates with an opportunity to further develop their research expertise by working with subject experts and project specialists. The research internship experience is intensive and seeks mature individuals who are able to work independently as well as in a team. While appointees will be exposed to a wide variety of project-related research, they will be expected to complete their thesis within a 2 year period. Time is set aside for this purpose.

    Key responsibilities:

    Among other duties, they will participate in the following activities under supervision:

    •The conceptualisation and execution of research projects;
    •The formulation of research questions and funding proposals;
    •The submission of research proposals for ethical review;
    •Collection and analysis of data;
    •Write up of research including conference presentations, research reports and manuscripts for publication; and
    •Assist with administrative matters in the research environment.

    Applicants should:

    •Have graduated with an Honours degree and be eligible to register or have recently registered for a Master’s degree in the Social Sciences/Humanities or a relevant field at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa;
    •Be prepared to travel to undertake fieldwork;
    •Be curious and enthusiastic about a research career that includes qualitative and quantitative data analysis;
    •Computer literacy including MS Office and appropriate software packages, including MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS or Stata or SAS;
    •Sound communication skills (verbal as well as report writing);
    •Good interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a structured environment;
    •A sound grounding in research methods, qualitative or quantitative and growing conceptual ability;
    •Be able to work independently as well as in a team;
    •Be able to operate within very tight deadlines;
    •Be prepared to work as part of multi-year, multi-institutional partnership projects between the HSRC, government departments, universities and other partners.

    Key Requirements:

    Applicants should:

    •Have graduated with an Honours degree and be eligible to register or have recently registered for a Master’s degree in the Social Sciences/Humanities or a relevant field at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa;
    •Be prepared to travel to undertake fieldwork;
    •Be curious and enthusiastic about a research career that includes qualitative and quantitative data analysis;
    •Computer literacy including MS Office and appropriate software packages, including MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS or Stata or SAS;
    •Sound communication skills (verbal as well as report writing);
    •Good interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a structured environment;
    •A sound grounding in research methods, qualitative or quantitative and growing conceptual ability;
    •Be able to work independently as well as in a team;
    •Be able to operate within very tight deadlines;
    •Be prepared to work as part of multi-year, multi-institutional partnership projects between the HSRC, government departments, universities and other partners.

    Application Procedure:

    The HSRC offers attractive, market-related packages, depending on qualifications and experience

    Applications: In your application, please include a letter of motivation, your CV, and the names of three contactable referees (with telephone, fax and e-mail contact details), an example of recent academic work (not exceeding 8000 words); and a one-page outline of your Master’s thesis topic (or the abstract of completed work) respectively. The HSRC will only consider applications that comply with the above requirements. Applicants may be required to undertake a written exercise covering competencies required for the position.

    Please submit your application on-line at http://hsrc.jb.skillsmapafrica.com.

    Please note the following:
    •Ensure you use Google Chrome or Firefox from a computer or laptop, and not a cell phone
    •Only your CV can be uploaded on the first page after you have registered/logged in.
    •ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS can be uploaded on the “Document” tab on your profile
    •Attachments must be less than 2 MB.
    •Should you encounter challenges in applying for this post please contact Skillsmap directly – for Telephonic support: +27 12 420 7200; for Email support: [email protected]

    For further information please consult the HSRC website. Details of the HSRC can be found on the website (www.hsrc.ac.za). For any enquiries regarding these positions, not applications, kindly contact either one of the HR Consultants, Ms Sandra Nduli [email protected], Ms Tremel Pounasamy [email protected] or Ms Aurelia-Lynn Smith [email protected]

    For More Information:

    Visit the Official Webpage of the Human Sciences Research Council 2020 Masters Research Internship

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  • Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) Internship 2020/2021

    Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) Internship 2020/2021

    The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations-UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank-and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org.

    Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
    To be provided by the respective Supervisor and reflected in the Terms of Reference for the internship.

    Requirements:

    Candidates for internships at UNAIDS must be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate degree program at a recognized educational institution (and have completed three years of full-time studies) or have completed a course of study and have been awarded an undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate degree at a recognized educational institution.

    If candidates are recent graduates they will be expected to start and complete the internship within 12 months of their date of graduation.

    Candidates must be at least 20 years of age at the date of application and have a working knowledge (both oral and written) of at least one of the WHO/UNAIDS’s official languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) require in the office of internship.

    Candidates should be holders of a valid passport from WHO/UNAIDS Member State.

    Contractual Terms and Conditions:
    Ability to work effectively in teams, adapt and integrate easily with the team, work cooperatively in support of team objectives.
    – Ability to convey ideas and thoughts in a clear and convincing way in one-on-one discussions or groups presentations and ability to produce clear correspondence and written reports.
    – Ability to effectively apply their knowledge and skills to the job, and to consistently learn and improve performance.
    – Ability to show initiative and enthusiasm in their work, effectively organize and manage time, and deliver high-quality results in line with agreed objectives.
    – Ability to innovate and find new ways of working and improving results while maintaining a strong service orientation.
    – Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, to be productive, fulfill commitments and use resources responsibly.

    Additional Information:
    Additional Information:
    The duration of internships is limited to a minimum of eight weeks and a maximum of six months. Stipend may be offered by UNAIDS. During the internship period official travel may exceptionally be required. Interns will be provided with general medical illness, accident and emergency illness coverage insurance.

    Persons with immediate family members employed by the UNAIDS Secretariat (e.g. son/daughter, brother/sister or mother/father) are not eligible for internships. UNAIDS may offer an internship to candidates who have not previously participated in UNAIDS’ internship program.

    For More Information:

    LINK

    Application Deadline:26 September 2020

  • 18 Months Post-Doctoral Fellowship at University of Lagos

    18 Months Post-Doctoral Fellowship at University of Lagos

    Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, University of Lagos

    This post is to join the Lagos team of the Appropriation of Informal Spaces for Leisure Physical Activity (ALPhA) study funded by the British Academy’s Urban Infrastructures of Well-Being 2019 Programme, under the UK Government’s Global Challenges Research Fund. The project is led by the MRC Epidemiology unit, University of Cambridge, UK with collaborating partners in Lagos, Nigeria (Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, University of Lagos) and Yaoundé, Cameroon (University of Yaoundé).

    The Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development (www.chsunilag.com) is a research centre dedicated to training, research and advocacy around broad issues of urban sustainability. It is the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Centre of Excellence for Urbanisation and Habitable Cities. The focus of research within the centre is encapsulated around eight thematic clusters ranging from housing, urbanisation dynamics, infrastructure, health, pro-poor development, spatial data infrastructure to construction skill development and land management.

     

    PROJECT AIM

    The built environment is a critical determinant of physical activity (PA), a risk factor for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases and premature mortality. But due to unmet need for PA infrastructure, public spaces in African cities are increasingly appropriated for leisure physical activity (LPA) under hazardous conditions.

    The overall aim of the ALPhA study is to apply participatory approaches to investigate public space LPA to re-imagine urban space for healthy, safe LPA in Lagos and Yaoundé. The study will explore patterns and experiences of appropriated public space LPA, and health risk exposures in order to inform urban infrastructure investments that support safe, equitable physical activity and population wellbeing.
    The incumbent will be based at the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, University of Lagos but would be expected to liaise with researchers and coordinators working in Yaoundé and Cambridge.

    SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

    Essential:

    • Doctoral degree in urban studies, public health, urban health, or related fields
    • Experience in engaging with policy/ civil society stakeholders
    • Experience of conducting literature reviews
    • Experience in planning, implementing and managing research projects
    • Expertise in qualitative research methods including focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and policy analysis
    • Experience of conducting community-based research involving field-based data collection
    • Proven skills in working independently to solve research-related problems
    • Strong skills and experience in working collaboratively as a member of a team
    • Evidence of meeting deadlines and delivering timely results
    • Highly motivated, flexible and adaptable, and capable of taking independent decisions
    • Well organised, self-motivated, and proactive, including the ability to plan ahead in order to meet future objectives
    • Academic publication and presentation record commensurate with stage of academic career.
    • Fluency in written and spoken English
    • Ability to work flexible hours as required for the study

    Advantageous:

    • Experience with participatory research / citizen science methodology
    • Experience with spatial analysis methods and tools
    • Experience of working with collaborators in other disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects and the synthesis of different types of evidence
    • Experience of research translation and /or knowledge exchange with policy makers and practitioners

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Conduct mixed methods literature review in the area of physical activity and public space research.
    • Development and completion of study documents
    • Preparation and maintenance of study documents for ethics committee, funders and investigators
    • Supervision of research assistants
    • Assist Principal and co-investigators with preparation of reports including progress and financial reporting
    • Plan, direct and manage activities as part of the study objectives including coordination of participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, stakeholder mapping, quantitative and qualitative (focus group discussion, in-depth interviews) data collection and analyses, being accountable to the lead investigators.
    • Work collaboratively with ALPhA study partners in Cambridge, UK and Yaoundé, Cameroon, providing scientific support and expertise as required to deliver high quality research
    • Coordinate data management across different databases
    • Monitoring progress of the research studies to ensure compliance with project protocol and timelines
    • Attend virtual and in-person study meetings and training
    • Ensure the research is carried in accordance with good practice and in compliance with local polices and legal and ethical requirements.
    • Disseminate research through contribution to drafting of multi-authored papers and reports
    • Contribute to knowledge exchange and public engagement activities, communicating research and findings to policy makers, practitioners and members of the public and understanding their perspectives.
    • The post-holder will be expected to have the skills and understanding to be able to act independently in solving problems, many of which may require novel approaches.

    VALUE AND TENURE

    The value of the Fellowship is =N= 3,125,980.00 – =N= 4, 307,290.00) per year for an initial 6 month term, which will be extended based on satisfactory performance. The fellowship does not include relocation costs or fringe benefits.

    The incumbent will be provided with a desk and appropriate access rights to use the research facilities of the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, University of Lagos.

     

    TO APPLY:

    1. Complete the application form at: https://forms.gle/FVGduPNrQAwdp58cA
    2. Submit via email the underlisted documents to the University’s Research and Innovation Office at researchinnovation@unilag.edu.ng
    • A-page letter of motivation stating areas of expertise, research interests and experience. Include in this letter the distinct offerings you will bring to the position.
    • One page condensed CV
    • Full Curriculum Vitae (CV) including names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 referees

    Any application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

    Informal inquiries to Dr Taibat Lawanson at tlawanson@unilag.edu.ng; +234 (0)802 351 9666

    Closing date:   24 Jan 2020 at 5pm

    The starting date is 1st March 2020

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  • The Kampala Biennale Apprenticeship Programme (KAB20) for young Artists Worldwide

    The Kampala Biennale Apprenticeship Programme (KAB20) for young Artists Worldwide

    Application Deadline:28 February 2020  5PM EAT.

    Kampala Biennale (KAB20) launches a call for young artists worldwide to participate in the studios that will be offered by the eight artists invited by Librettist Simon Njami.

    KAB20 is a story of transmission from one generation of artists to the next. Unlike the common format of major biennales which historically show and promote the best of their time, as a platform where professionals and the market can come and choose the next big artist, KAB is choosing a format that vehicles our continent’s original values of sharing and transferring knowledge. Thus, KAB20 will take on a master/apprentice format to allow for the transmission of artistic skill from contemporary art masters to the future generation of artists.

    For KAB20, Njami has invited 8 internationally renown artists to open their studios in Kampala to young Ugandan, African and international artists. The Master artists will open their studios for a 20 days period in Kampala, Uganda, according to their own practices in order to cover all the different aspects of contemporary art today (sculpture, performance, installation, video, painting, photography, etc).

    KAB20 is a studios programme with simultaneous studio workshops that will run from August 1st to 20th, 2020, and an international exhibition that will take place from August 26th to September 30th, 2020, in the city of Kampala, with a catalogue, a symposium and the Education programme. The opening week will run from August 26th to 29th, 2020. The eight Masters Studios ( follow the link with their names to their biography)

    Dates of the Studios

    From 1st August – 21st August, followed by the Biennale Opening Week.

    Requirements:

    You are a young artist, currently training at an art school or at the beginning of your carrierYou are proficient in EnglishYou are able to provide your own travel, accommodation and daily expenses for the duration of your stay in Kampala (or you have a sponsor)Young artists from all over the world are eligible to apply.

    Benefits

    1. KAB20 will help you by any means to support you to access external funds for your travel and accommodation e.g. by writing you an invitation letter and helping you contacting your School, or Embassy, or any funding institution you would share with us.
    2. When you are selected to participate to the studios and consequently the Biennale, the KAB20 administration office will contact you and provide you with the necessary acceptance letter and other documents required to facilitate your visa/ travel and stay in Kampala
    3. You will be asked to sign a letter of commitment, where you agree to be responsible for attending the workshops and studio days with the Master. You are free to decide to stay in Kampala until the KAB20 opening, depending on your own resources.
    4. Your sponsors will have the opportunity to show their logo and the mention of their support in KAB20 communication documents (press release, programme, etc), our website and the catalogue.
    5. You will be welcomed at Entebbe’s international airport in Uganda at your arrival and departure.
    6. You will follow the studio of the selected Master during a period of a maximum of twenty days.
    7. The artwork(s) created during the Studio, if it’s a collective project or an individual piece, will be exhibited as part of the Biennale exhibition, following curator Simon Njami’s decision. This same work, with your name acknowledged, will be published in the catalogue (if produced) and online.
    8. Simon Njami, as the Librettist of the Biennale, will select the artworks exhibited in consultation with the Masters.
    9. The individual work(s) exhibited will remain your property. In the case of collective work, the ownership will be discussed with the Biennale, the Masters and the Librettist.

    How to Apply

    Fill in the online application form before February 28th, 5pm EAT (form in link or below this text)Select a maximum of two studios/ Masters of your preference (Please note that you will be selected to participate in only one studio)Upload short motivation letter addressed to the Master you wish to work with (you can apply to a max of 2 studios) in EnglishUpload a short CV / Artist bio (in the same document)Upload your portfolio of relevant workHit the submit button and you will receive a confirmation email from us asap.

    For More Information:

    LINK

  • British Council 2020 Creative Enterprise Programme Workshop Nairobi, Kenya

    British Council 2020 Creative Enterprise Programme Workshop Nairobi, Kenya

    In February 2020, the British Council in partnership with Nesta  (the UK’s innovation Foundation) will deliver two Creative Enterprise Programme workshops in Nairobi, Kenya focused on the fashion sector.

    •The first four-day workshop will take place from 22-25 February 2020. We are looking for creative designers working in fashion. Whether your design focus is in textiles, clothing, footwear, accessories, costume or millinery, we are looking for you. (Applications open) 

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  • International Support Network for African Development (ISNAD) Mentoring for Research Programme

    International Support Network for African Development (ISNAD) Mentoring for Research Programme

    The International Support Network for African Development (ISNAD-Africa) is a youth-led pan-African initiative that is committed to raising global and multi-stakeholder support for clean energy transition and climate resilience Africa through a multidisciplinary network of various stakeholders active in sustainable energy, environment, and climate change fields across the globe.

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  • Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) Internship Program 2019/2020 for Study in Harvard

    Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) Internship Program 2019/2020 for Study in Harvard

    The Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) Internship Program (HIP) provides non-Harvard undergraduate students with a focused and challenging summer research experience in a cutting-edge stem cell science laboratory. Interns are exposed to different professional options within the scientific arena through a stem cell seminar series, a career pathways presentation, and a weekly stem cell companion course. Students present their summer research findings, both orally and in poster format, at the HIP Symposium—a requirement of all program participants.

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  • Seedstars Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2020 for African Entrepreneurs

    Seedstars Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2020 for African Entrepreneurs

    For socially driven businesses that offer innovative solutions in countries and regions prone to strong migration movements in MENA and Africa.

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  • 2020 FACE UP!Air Cargo Career Competition for recent graduates

    2020 FACE UP!Air Cargo Career Competition for recent graduates

    FACE-UP! gives recent graduates from around the world with the opportunity to present their thesis to industry executives at the 2020 World Cargo Symposium (WCS) in Istanbul, Turkey.

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