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IFRA Nigeria 2020 Writing Workshop programme on Rethinking development in Nigeria (Fully Funded)
Application Deadline: March 21st 2020

The organisers of the Ibadan 2020 Writing Workshop, supported by the Global Challenges Research Fund of the British Academy, are pleased to invite applications for participation in a fully-funded Writing Workshop programme that will be taking place at the University of Ibadan (Nigeria) from 22 – 24 July 2020. The University of Ibadan is a pioneer institution in the fields of African history and humanities.

The theme of the programme is Rethinking Development in Nigeria: Economic History, Ideas, Policies. Over the course of three days (22-24 July 2020), sixteen (16) early career researchers (current PhD students, or scholars who have completed their PhDs not earlier than 31 July 2018) based in Nigerian universities will present their papers, receive feedback and develop productive interactions and meaningful relationships with a team of 13 distinguished senior researchers and journal editors from Africa, Europe and the Americas.

The workshop will comprise three types of sessions, devoted respectively to presentations by early career researchers; improving writing, publication strategies and communication of research; scholarships, research funding and career opportunities in a variety of institutional contexts (UK, USA, France and Germany). On top of the networking opportunities provided by the overall context of the workshop, there will be specific sessions in which the participants are encouraged to have informal one-on-one conversations with the editors, and discuss the feedback received on their papers and their career strategies.

Motivations and goals

The production and circulation of academic knowledge about Africa is characterised by deep-rooted unevenness and asymmetries. A combination of logistic, financial and epistemic factors has led to the persistence of the hegemonic dominance of universities, policy institutions and think-tanks in the ‘Global North’. This, in turn, perpetuates the marginalization of scholars based in Africa. The proposed workshop, therefore, aims to countervail this lamentable state of affairs by bringing to life an event that fully embodies the spirit of the Nairobi Report (British Academy and Association of Commonwealth Universities, 2009), with its emphasis on collaborative approaches, mentoring early career researchers in writing and publishing, equal partnerships, and the creation of ‘communities of excellence’.

The workshop has four main goals:
- ·Promote the career and research development of young scholars based in Nigerian universities;
- ·Create a context of exchange and networking that can easily result in new partnerships and equal collaborations between scholars and journal editors based in the Global North and the Global South;
- ·Place young Nigerian scholars at the centre of the ‘renaissance of African economic history’ (Austin and Broadberry 2014), and make them key actors in the construction and institutionalisation of the history of African economic thought as a field of study represented in major international journals;
- ·Stimulate a conversation across Nigerian institutions on the role of historical approaches in addressing the development challenges identified in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
The event will support a new generation of Nigerian scholars in claiming their rightful place at the centre of the debate on Africa’s economic past.

Themes

We encourage applicants to submit papers providing historical perspectives on the contemporary concerns reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/?menu=1300 ). These include, but are not limited to, work that offers sophisticated historical analyses of the following issues in the Nigerian context:
- ·Poverty and inequality (concepts, experiences, measurement)
- ·Hunger
- ·Agriculture and industry
- ·Labour
- ·Gender inequalities in economic and social life
- ·The relationship between economic and political ideas and policy choices
- ·Indigenous economic institutions and cultures
- ·Policy design, implementation and performance
- ·Taxation, finance and credit
- ·Trade
- ·Demographic change
- ·History of economic thought
- ·The politics of economic and social statistics
We are looking for papers that fall within the field of economic history, broadly conceived. In particular, we are looking for economic history papers that can establish a productive conversation with political, social, cultural and intellectual history or with anthropology, and which display methodological awareness. We are also keen to encourage the development of the history of Nigerian and African economic thought, from precolonial times to the present.

Application Procedure

The selection will take place on a competitive basis in three stages. All intended applicants are required to send as a single file a title and an extended abstract of up to 2,000 words (complete with contact details and institutional affiliation), one letter of recommendation from their Head of Department or any other senior scholar (Supervisor, If a PhD student), and a curriculum vitae by the 21st MARCH 2020. If you are looking for a professional work hire a book formatting services for better representation of their ideas. Those who have already completed their PhDs, the letter of recommendation should state clearly the date of PhD completion.

The 2,000 words (excluding bibliography) extended abstracts should contain the following:
- ·Awareness of existing historiography on the chosen topic
- ·A clear and consistent argument
- ·A specific sense of how the proposed article contributes to the literature on the chosen topic
- ·An explicit discussion of methods and sources used
The authors of the best extended abstracts will be required to submit a full paper (between 8,000 and 12,000 words) by the 10^TH MAY 2020.

Please note that only sixteen papers will be selected among those submitted, and their authors invited to the workshop. The authors of the selected papers will be notified by 31^st MAY 2020.

Send applications to the following email address: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IFRA Nigeria 2020 Writing Workshop programme
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March 17, 2020

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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February 23, 2020

BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards 2020 (400,000 euros prize)
Application Deadline: June 30th 2020

The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards recognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation, as listed in point 2 of these call conditions.

Categories

The disciplines and domains of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards are:
1. Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
2. Biology and Biomedicine
3. Information and Communication Technologies
4. Ecology and Conservation Biology
5. Climate Change
6. Economics, Finance and Management
7. Humanities and Social Sciences
8. Music and Opera
The Climate Change award recognizes both research endeavors in confronting this challenge and impactful actions informed by the best science. In Humanities and Social Sciences, the award will alternate annually between these two disciplinary domains, with this thirteenth edition dedicated to the Humanities. Finally, the Music and Opera category encompasses composition, instrumental and vocal performance, musical and stage direction, and video art creation associated with musical or operatic works.

Requirements

Candidates may be one or more natural persons of any nationality, without limitation of number, that have made independent or convergent contributions to a given advance, whether due to a formal collaboration (with the nominees belonging to one or more groups) or parallel working. The awards are also open to scientific or cultural organizations that can be collectively credited with exceptional contributions to scientific knowledge, cultural creation or the fight against climate change.

Awards may not be granted posthumously.

Benefits:

The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards consist of 400,000 euros, a diploma and a commemorative artwork in each of their eight categories.

In the event that an award is shared by more than one person, its monetary amount will be divided equally among all recipients.

All awards, in whatever category, will be subject to the withholding and other taxes prescribed by current legislation, which will be deducted from their total amount.

Nominations:

Self-nomination is not permitted.

Any scientific or cultural organization or institution can submit nominations, following their own internal procedures. Among them:
- Scientific or artistic societies and organizations
- National and regional academies of science or culture
- Public or private R&D centers
- University schools, departments or institutes and research or teaching institutes
- Hospital departments and biomedical research centers
- Schools of music
- Orchestras, orchestra associations, opera theaters and opera associations
- Public agencies and supranational, national or regional organizations substantially engaged in analysis and/ or activities relating to climate change
- Other scientific, cultural and environmental organizations
For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards 2020
BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards 2020 for Scientific Research and Cultural Creation (400,000 euros prize)
February 22, 2020
Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) Summer School 2020 for Young African Scientists (Fully Funded)

Application Deadline::Friday, February 28, 2020

The Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS), the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), the DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Human Development at the University of the Witwatersrand, the DOHaD Africa Chapter and other partners are hosting a Summer School in April 2020 at STIAS entitled Developmental Origins of Health and Disease: Consolidating Theory into Practice.

The focus of the Summer School is to build research capacity and a network of young scientists. The curriculum will be delivered by experts from around the world, and will cover topics such as: developmental origins of health and disease theory; DOHaD epidemiology; DOHaD and cardiovascular disease; DOHaD and diabetes; improving maternal health during pregnancy; the emerging role of the father in DOHaD risk; nutrition in early life; gender, poverty and DOHaD risk; optimising adolescent health, including addressing obesity; the importance of DOHaD for African research; DOHaD Africa Chapter; research gaps, study design and opportunities; public health policy and the SDGs.

Requirements:

Target participants are early career professionals in the field of health sciences i.e. MD/PhD level or postdoctoral fellows aged 40 years or below, who have a demonstrated research interest or with a background in DOHaD; be employed in a research institution or a university and who have identified a mentor at their present institution.

Applicants with PhD or MD degree must have completed these within the past five years. Applicants with Masters degree must currently be registered for PhD and provide proof of this.

Application Procedure:

Funding from the AAS and STIAS is available to support young scientists from any African country (travel and accommodation) to attend the Summer School (arriving 19^th April in Stellenbosch and departing on the afternoon of the 23^rd of April, 2020).

South African young scientists will be funded by DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Human Development at the University of the Witwatersrand. There are a limited number of places and if you are interested please submit your application by 28th February 2020.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the DOHaD Summer School 2020

Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) Summer School 2020 for Young African Scientists (Fully Funded)

February 21, 2020
King Baudouin African Development Prize 2020
The Prize endeavours to reward innovative initiatives of Africans with a longer term vision and impact proven track record in improving the quality of life. The Selection Committee also pays particular attention to initiatives that stand out as the best in their field, improve the quality of life of the people they serve and empower people to take development into their own hands.

There are no restrictions as to the chosen themes. The Selection Committee favors positive approaches that deal with actual challenges in Africa.

Nominee qualifications:

The candidate must be either an individual or an organisation. The nominee should be an organization which is founded and led by Africans, or Africans who are active in Africa.

Several individuals or organisations that are not structurally linked cannot be presented as one single candidacy.

If a nominee was not withheld in a previous edition of the Prize, it may be nominated again for a next Prize.
WHO CAN NOMINATE A CANDIDACY

The submission of a candidate’s file may only be undertaken by a nominator. The nominator can be any person who knows well the merits of the individual candidate or the organization which he wants to nominate, but with no further financial or personal interest by nominating this candidate. For example, the nominator can not be a relative of the person he wishes to nominate, nor a board member or a member of staff of the organization he wishes to nominate.

In the rules of Procedure of the Prize, you will find a list of possible nominators, This list is not exhaustive.

No consideration will be given to nominations of persons or groups applying for the Prize on their own behalf. Likewise a nomination of an organization will be refused if this is submitted by an officer of that organization.

Article 12 of the Rules of procedure

HOW TO NOMINATE A CANDIDACY

To submit an application, you must complete a brief electronic form. No other way to appoint a candidate is allowed.

SUBMIT YOUR CANDIDACY

If you encounter any problems or technical issues, please contact our contact center: +32 2 500 4555 or proj@kbs-frb.be

For any other specific question on the Prize, please contact Marijke Goudeseune: info@kbprize.org
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February 21, 2020
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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February 19, 2020
2020 United Nations Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists from Developing Countries

Application Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2020

The Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists was established as a not-for-profit organization more than 55 years ago by journalists at the United Nations as a living memorial to the legacy of peace, progress and justice of Dag Hammarskjöld, the second UN Secretary-General who was killed in a plane crash while on a peace mission to the Congo in 1961.

The Fund’s program for journalists seeks to advance a fuller understanding of UN deliberations to alleviate human suffering and promote peace; to support and encourage the journalism profession, and to inspire a strong and diverse community of journalists who will give voice to the challenges facing their countries.

The journalists report to their media outlets on stories that they select; no editorial restrictions are imposed on their work. They meet international experts and diplomats, interact with seasoned journalists, and make professional contacts that will serve them for years to come. Many former program participants have achieved national and international success and acclaim.

The fellowship program has become increasingly important in recent years as fewer news organizations in mainly developing countries can afford to maintain correspondents in New York or at the U.N.

The program is directed by U.N. accredited journalists who serve on the Fund’s Board of Directors, select the recipients and share their expertise by mentoring them during their time at the U.N. The Fund is guided in its efforts by an Honorary Advisory Council, which is comprised of ambassadors to the United Nations and other individuals who believe in the merit and objectives of the journalism program.

Eligibility Criteria

The Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists fellowships are open to individuals who:

• Are native to one of the mainly developing countries of Africa, Asia (including Pacific Island nations), Latin America and the Caribbean. For 2020 only, the Fund will not accept applications from the countries of the 2019 fellows – Egypt, Nigeria, Trinidad and Tobago and Zimbabwe – in an effort to rotate recipient countries.

• Currently live in and write for media in a developing country.

• Are between the ages of 25 and 35.

• Have a very good command of the English language since United Nations press conferences and many documents are in English only.

• Are currently employed as professional journalists for print, television, radio or internet media organizations. Both full-time and freelance journalists are invited to apply.

• Have approval from their media organizations to spend up to three months in New York reporting from the United Nations.

• Receive a commitment from their media organizations that the reports they file during the term of the Fellowship will be used and that they will continue to be paid for their services.

Documentation Requirements

Please include all of the following documents with your signed application. Applications WITHOUT the following documents will NOT be considered.

1. Copies of representative selections of your work, such as newspaper clippings, audio tapes, video tapes or internet submissions. The selections must be work produced in 2019 or 2020 — not earlier. Entries with insight and originality will be considered most favorably. Investigative work is welcome.

Applicants do not have to write reports in English. French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Russian are acceptable. For newspaper clippings not in English, include an English translation or summary.

If the reports you wish to submit with your application are posted on the Internet, please provide the url addresses.

• For audio tape and video tape submissions, include a written transcription or a summary in English, even if the originals are in English.

• Video submissions should be in DVD or CD (preferably NTSC) format. Radio applicants should send a CD with MP3 formatted files.

2. Signed letters from two individuals who supervised you and can comment on your journalism experience and qualifications.

3. Endorsement of the Fellowship application from the editor or director of the news organization that presently employs you. This endorsement must be originally signed and should:

• Grant you a leave of absence from your current duties in the event you are awarded a fellowship.

• Agrees to continue paying you for your services during the term of the Fellowship and agrees to use the reports you file from the U.N.

• States plans for using the reports you file during the fellowship.

4. Summary statement. On a separate sheet of paper, explain in not less than 300 words why you are applying for this Fellowship and what you expect to gain from the experience.

5. Two recent photographs (passport size or larger). Place these photos in a separate secure envelope and affix them to the front of your application. Do not staple the photos directly to the application form.

6. A copy of your passport. Applications without a passport will NOT be considered.

NOTE: Applicants and/or their employers are required to provide equipment necessary for the applicants to efficiently and effectively report from the United Nations. Such equipment should include a laptop or notebook computer, digital camera (if appropriate), audio/visual recording and equipment needed for transmission, especially for TV. Selected journalists must be prepared technically to file their news stories over WIFI, whether broadcast or print, and arrive with a computer enabled for WIFI.

You MUST INCLUDE ALL necessary documentation as outlined in the Eligibility and Documentation Requirements with your application.

CLICK HERE for the application in Word format

CLICK HERE for the application in PDF format (requires Adobe Reader, free download)

An originally completed AND signed application, along with all six (6) of the Documentation Requirements, should be sent by postal or courier service (such as DHL, FedEx, Airborne) to:

Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists
512 Northampton Street, No. 124A
Edwardsville, PA 18704 USA

Questions can be directed to: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2020 United Nations Dag Hammarskjöld Fund

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February 19, 2020
British American Tobacco (BAT) Global Graduate Programme 2020 (Finance) for young Nigerian graduates
Application Deadline: Unspecified

BAT Global Graduate Programme (Finance)enables you develop exceptional commercial skills, equipping you with a deep understanding of the dynamics of the market you operate in. It offers you the opportunity to challenge yourself on international projects, network with graduates from around the world and strengthen your leadership skills, through participation in our Global Academy and with the support of your dedicated Coach and Mentor.

This is a real job from day one. One in a tough and fast-paced environment that will stretch you to the limits – you’ll progress from graduate to manager in 12 months!

Essential requirements

Are you a recent university graduate within the last 3 years, with a high-performance academic track record – minimum of Second-Class Upper division or equivalent?

Have you completed your National Youth Service (NYSC) or equivalent for other countries?

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English? (French would be an added advantage)

Are you ambitious, resilient and more proactive than others when it comes to learning new things?

An inspiring journey awaits you here at BAT Nigeria. The question is; Are you up to the challenge?

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British American Tobacco (BAT) Global Graduate Programme 2020
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February 19, 2020
General Lamine Cissé Women, Peace and Security Research Fellowship 2020 for young African women ($USD 3,000 Grant)
Application Deadline: March 15th 2020

April 19, 2020 will mark the first anniversary of the death of General Lamine Cissé, a renowned figure in West Africa and internationally for his commitment and achievements in the pursuit of peace and security, particularly in Senegal and elsewhere in Africa.

In honor of General Cissé, PartnersGlobal, Partners West Africa Nigeria and Partners West Africa Senegal are awarding research fellowships to two young African women researchers and practitioners working in the civil society and security sectors. Each fellow will receive a grant equivalent of 1,500,000 CFA (West African franc) to fund innovative research around the prevention and peaceful resolution of conflicts in Sub-Saharan Africa with a central focus on women, peace and security.

Held in collaboration with Senegal’s Ministry of Armed Forces with the support of the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) and the Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS) respectively, these events will be structured around three main components:
1- A recognition and testimony ceremony;
2- A symposium on the theme “Integrity, ethics and good governance for peace and security”.
3- An exhibition on General Lamine Cissé’s career.

PartnersGlobal and Partners West Africa – Nigeria (PWA-N) will partner with Partners West Africa – Senegal (PWA-S) in holding the symposium on “Integrity, Ethics and Good Governance for Peace and Security” through the creation of two Excellence Fellowships for targeting young African women researchers (doctoral students or young doctors) and practitioners working in the field of development/civil society.

The fellow will receive a grant equivalent of 1,500,000 CFA (West African franc) to fund her research project. fellowship. Please note that the theme of the research fellowships is: “Women, Peace & Security”.

Requirements

Only future or ongoing research projects are eligible for the Fellowship. The selection
criteria applied for the project appraisal are:
1. Applicant’s capacity to carry out quality research (level of education, professional experience, published work, academic support);
2. Relevance and originality of the issue in relation to current security and gender issues;
3. Link to the themes selected for the Fellowship, as specified in Article 3;
4. Methodology and structuring of the work;
5. Analytical development of the project narrative and the planned fieldwork;
6. Interest of the results and the practical impact of contributions.
Conditions

The Fellowships are intended for the following:
- For the First Fellowship: preferentially to women in Defense and Security Forces who wish to pursue their doctoral studies, or are enrolled in a Master’s degree, whose work focuses on African contexts and is related to “Women, Peace and Security”; or who, as part of their professional activities want to explore a field of analysis or research to inform national and institutional defense and security force policies.
- For the Second Fellowship: to African Masters or doctoral students or young researchers (who defended their doctoral thesis less than 3 years ago), whose work focuses on African contexts and/or is related to “Women, Peace and Security”; or to practitioners working in the field of development and civil society who have a research/analysis theme related to Women, Peace and Security to inform institutional and national policies.
Fellowships

Both Fellowships are worth three thousand US dollars (US $3,000) or one million five hundred thousand CFA francs (CFA F 1,500,000) each.

In addition to the Fellowship, the research project will be publicized by the organizers of the “GENERAL LAMINE CISSE” DAYS and the Partners Network, which is financing the prize. Selected applicants will work in collaboration with the Partners Network (PartnersGlobal, PWA-S, and PWA-N). If necessary, to support the research project, the winner could be admitted to one of the Partners Network Centers in Senegal or Nigeria for a six-month internship.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the General Lamine Cissé Women, Peace and Security Research Fellowship 2020
February 19, 2020
Anzisha Prize 2020 for Africa’s top young Entrepreneurs

Application Deadline:April 30, 2020

If you are a young African Entrepreneur trying to grow a small business or you’ve created something that makes your community better and provides you and your friends an income, then we want your application. (more…)

February 18, 2020
York University Science Scholars Award 2020/2021
Application Deadline: March 23rd 2020

York University’s Faculty of Science eagerly awaits applications for its prestigious York Science Scholars Award (YSSA) program. In keeping with our vision of preparing global thinkers to advance knowledge and human progress, the Science Scholars program nurtures the intellectual and career development of high-achieving, passionate science students entering our Faculty.

The 2020 York Science Scholars program provides up to 25 first-year entering students with awards worth $10,000 each. This Faculty of Science award is considered separately and in addition to any other York University or Faculty of Science admissions awards and scholarships.

The York Science Scholars Award of $10,000 is provided in two parts:
- $5,000 as an entrance scholarship
- $5,000 as a guaranteed summer research position following the first year of study
Requirements

All students, Canadian and International, who have applied for entrance to the York University Faculty of Science for full-time study starting in Fall 2020 are eligible to apply for this program. Newly enrolled first year Faculty of Science students are eligible to receive this award.

Everyone understands the importance of finding the funds to successfully complete university. At York’s Faculty of Science, we also acknowledge the importance of hands-on experience in academic and career success. The York Science Scholars Award program combines:
- a $5,000 entrance scholarship
- a one-on-one mentorship from outstanding faculty members
- a guaranteed $5,000 paid summer research position for the summer following a student’s first year, and
- leading-edge research facilities.
York Science Scholar winners are given the priceless opportunity to earn tuition in a guaranteed summer position during their first summer while participating in advanced scientific exploration.

Download the YSSA Application Guidelines 2020:
For More Information:

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February 11, 2020
Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) Scholarship Program 2020/2021
Application Deadline: March 6, 2020 (23:59, UTC-05:00).

The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) Scholarship Program inspires the next generation of innovators and thinkers to create a sustainable future.

The scholars are exceptional students from developing countries studying in sustainable energy development. Today, the need for globally-oriented practitioners and researchers is growing rapidly. Our one-of-a-kind scholarship program fosters the next generation of energy, climate, and electricity sector specialists who will be prepared to tackle the challenges of the future.

Benefits

Education level: Master’s-level students

Amount: Up to $21,000 US per year (max. two years)

Scholarships awarded: Six to eight annually

Requirements

To be eligible for this scholarship, prospective applicants must:

Undertake master’s-level studies in the fields of zero-carbon energy, smart grids, electric transportation, energy storage, advanced electricity technologies, public policy, economics, law, political science, or other relevant fields

Eligible applicants must be pursuing full-time studies for at least one full school year (two or three semesters), beginning in autumn 2020. Students in the second year of a two-year program are eligible to apply, provided that they meet this requirement.

Be a citizen of a developing country/territory on the List of official development aid recipients identified by the Development Co-operation Directorate (DAC) of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Be committed to returning to their home country after their studies to contribute to its development

Be an outstanding student:

Graduates with excellent grades in the top 20% of their class

Is committed to zero-carbon energy development

Has a history of community involvement

Is determined to advance their knowledge and understanding

With the aim of supporting developing countries in building local expertise, GSEP will allocate a share of its scholarships to students pursuing master’s studies in universities based in developing countries.

Application Procedure

You must provide an electronic copy of all the documents listed below.

Passport (photo page only) or birth certificate

Curriculum vitae detailing your education, work experience (if applicable), awards, and participation in volunteer and/or extracurricular activities

Admission letter from your university program of choice

Upload a copy of your official letter of admission from the university. Please note that each applicant can only submit the admission letter from their top choice of university program.

If you have not yet received a letter of admission, you can upload an acknowledgement of receipt from your university showing that you have applied for admission

If you receive your official admission letter after the scholarship application deadline, it is your responsibility to forward it via email to [email protected] by no later than April 17, 2020. If we do not receive your official admission letter by this date, your application will not be considered

If this application is for the second year of a two-year program, please include proof of enrollment, as well as a copy of the official letter of admission. These should be uploaded together in one document.

If the language of your original admission letter is not English, we require a certified translation of the document which includes the name of the translator as well as a copy of the original (untranslated) letter. These should be uploaded together in one document.

Program outline

Upload an outline of the curriculum or the courses you will be taking for your master’s program

If the language of the program outline is not English, we require a certified translation of the document which includes the name of the translator as well as a copy of the original (untranslated) program outline. These should be uploaded together in one document.

University transcript(s)

Upload a copy of your complete university transcript(s)

If the language of your original transcript(s) is not English, we require a certified translation of the document which includes the name of the translator as well as a copy of the original (untranslated) transcript. These should be uploaded together in one document.

If this application is for the second year of a two-year master’s program, please include your transcript for your first year

Academic Reference Form

You need to provide a completed copy of the Academic Reference Form. The form must be completed in English.

The form must be completed by a faculty member or professor at your current or previous university who knows your academic abilities

Should the referee wish to send the Academic Reference Form directly to the Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership, they can email it to [email protected] by March 6, 2020. If received, it will be indicated in the online application system after you submit your application.

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February 10, 2020
Heinrich Böll Foundation Undergraduates, Graduates and Doctoral Scholarships 2020/2021 for Study in Germany (Fully Funded)

Application Deadline: March 1st 2020

The Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to approximately 1,200 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students of all subjects and nationalities per year, who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (‘Fachhochschulen’), or universities of the arts (‘Kunst-/Musikhochschulen’).

The Heinrich Böll Foundation expect the scholarship recipients to have excellent academic records, to be socially and politically engaged, and to have an active interest in the basic values of the foundation: ecology and sustainability, democracy and human rights, self determination and justice.

Please note: only accept online applications; written proof of German language proficiency (Minimum requirement: „Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang“ Level DSH 2 or „TestDaF“ Level B2) necessary.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please note: We accept only online applications

1. Gather information on the application process and the requested documents
2.Registerfor the online application portal
3. Provide the requested information in the Online Application Portal
4. After uploading all of your documents, submit your application before the end of the application deadline

INFORMATION SHEETS

Student scholarship:

Info Sheet A1-1 (PDF)

Application Form (in German, PDF)

Expert Reference Form (PDF)

Please use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill in the form

Doctoral sholarship:

Info Sheet A2-1 (PDF)

Application Form (in German, PDF)

Expert Reference Form (PDF)

Please use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill in the form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships 2020/2021

Opportunitiesforafricans.com

February 9, 2020