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2011 Research Grants from the African Union | 2011 call for Proposals
African Union Research Grants Open Call for Proposals
ORG African Union
Research objective to improve science and technology research to contribute to African sustainable development
Deadline Application April 30, 2011
Description
The Specific objective of this Call for Proposals is to award grants to finance research projects in the fields of (a) Post-harvest and Agriculture, (b) Renewable and Sustainable Energy, and (c) Water and Sanitation. It is highly envisaged that the deployment and the improvement of science and technology research in these challenging areas will effectively contribute to Africa ’s poverty reduction strategies, economic growth and social development efforts.
The impact and expected results on the specific objectives of this Call for Proposal addressed by the main axis research actions are:
· Enhanced Food security and Food safety;
· Better adapted renewable and sustainable energy technologies; and
· Improved integrated water resources and waste management
Indicative allocation of funds by lot
- 3,500,000 € for Post-harvest and Agriculture (lot 1)
- 1,750,000 € for Renewable and Sustainable Energy (lot 2)
- 1,750,000 € for Water and Sanitation (lot 3)
How to apply: Details on the application process can be found on the African Union website
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Netherlands Fellowships-Short Courses for NGOs/CSOs and private sector actors
Deadline: 1 Dec 2010
Org: Netherlands
NFP fellowships for short courses can be used for a number of selected courses and are offered by education institutions in the Netherlands
The list of selected short courses
Human resources Development for Health, Sexual Reproductive Health including HIV/AIDS, HIV Politics, Policy, Governance and Planning Mechanisms, Health Sector Response to HIV, Gender in Project and Programme Management and many other topics.
Click here for further information link to short courses
Information sourced from funds for NGOS
Information sourced from funds for NGOS
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Netherlands Government Scholarships| 2011-2012 Masters Degree courses
Deadline: 1 February 2011 and 1 May 2011
Org: Netherlands
- Masters Degree:
The degree gives an opportunity for NGOs, governmental and private organizations in developing countries to build their capacity. The Master’s Degree Programme will be at any of the Dutch higher educational institutions. The fellowship can cover the costs of tuition fees, visas, travel, insurance and thesis research.
Eligible countries
Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nicaragua, Albania, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Armenia, Georgia, Pakistan, Autonomous Palestinian, Territories, Ghana, Peru, Bangladesh, Guatemala, Philippines, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Rwanda, Bhutan, Honduras, Senegal, Bolivia, India, South Africa, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, Iran, Sudan, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast , Suriname, Burundi, Jordan, Tanzania, Cambodia, Kenya, Thailand, Cape Verde, Kosovo, Uganda, Colombia, Macedonia, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Mali, Yemen, Cuba, Moldova, Zambia, DR Congo, Mongolia , Zimbabwe , Ecuador , Mozambique , Egypt , Namibia , El Salvador and Nepal
Candidates from Sub-Saharan Africa, women and members of priority groups and/or marginalized regions are specifically invited to apply for an NFP fellowship.
Click here- Netherlands Fellowships
source: funds for NGOs
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Catholic Relief Services- International Development Fellowship/Intern Program
Org Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Type of assignment International Development Fellows Program
Deadline for application December 6, 2010
Catholic Relief Services' International Development Fellows Program (IDFP) gives people who are interested in a career in international relief and development an opportunity to increase their overseas experience and gain exposure to our programs.
Each year, CRS places approximately 25 Fellows with country programs overseas. Assignments are for one year, typically starting at the end of July.
Specific job responsibilities vary greatly from one country to another depending on the country program's focus (Agriculture, Health, Peacebuilding, Education, Microfinance, social assistance or a combination of these).
The goal of the IDFP is to place Fellows in positions where they can draw on their previous education and work experience, while broadening their skills. Many of our fellowships lead to regular positions with Catholic Relief Services.
Eligibility Requirements
- Graduate degree in a field relevant to international development or a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of international development/management experience.
- Professional proficiency in French, Spanish, Arabic, or Portuguese. French preferred.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the
- At least 6 months overseas work or volunteer experience in a developing country OR significant domestic community development experience in addition to time spent overseas.
- Strong cross-cultural skills with the ability to adapt to the local culture.
- Ability to operate effectively in a stressful, fast changing environment where security could change unexpectedly.
- Fluency in English with strong oral and written communication skills and strong analytical skills.
- Interest in a career in development or emergency relief with Catholic Relief Services
- Commitment to CRS Principles
- Desire to work for a faith-based organization.
Benefits
CRS provides the IDFP participants with the following benefits:
- Stipend
- Cost of living adjustment
- Housing
- Transportation to and from the country of assignment
- Medical Evacuation Coverage
- Vacation
- Medical, Life, Travel, Accident, and Personal/Household Effects Insurance
How to apply
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Latest Scholarships- German Development Corporation
Organizations: German Development Corporation
(Through GTZ, CBEH, and InWEnt)
Application Deadline 10 November 2010
Length 42 weeks
Background
The German Development Corporation (GDC) through InWEnt- Capacity Building International, Germany and German Technical Corporation (GTZ) is pleased to announce the second Round of Scholarships in the Capacity Building
Objective
To strengthen capacities of individuals and institutions to tackle core problem areas of the health system the scholarships are open to candidates from both public and private sectors in Kenya
This round will award six scholarships for a 42 week in-service training in Quality Management for executives in the health sector which will include a two week study tour in Europe and two four day regional workshops in Kenya and Cambodia
Upon completion of training, fellows will be expected to use their newly acquired skills to develop and implement practical solutions to problems identified during the training.
They will also be expected to join the InWEnt alumni network and be active members.
Admission requirements and applications forms are available at www.gtzkenyahealth.com
How to apply
Send electronic submissions in MS Word or PDF file via email to
Scholarships recipients will be notified by Wednesday November 17, 2010
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John Smith Fellowship Programme for promotion of democracy and good governance -2011
The John Smith Fellowship Programme for promotion of democracy and good governance -2011
Deadline: 31 December 2010
About the programme:
The John Smith Fellowship Programme strengthens and deepens democratic awareness. The Programme targets outstanding young leaders working in politics, local government or civil society with an established interest in promoting democratic reform.
Once a year, in June, a group of young people aged 25 to 40 got to Britain
The five-week Fellowship Programme combines a seminar series, placements and visits designed to give an insight into democratic practice. Core themes include the rule of law, social justice, tolerance and the need to extend democratic access to poor and disadvantaged groups.
Fellows produce a project at the end of their stay indicating how lessons learned can be applied in their own countries. One aim is to establish a dialogue between Fellows within and outside their home countries, and to create links between a new generation of leaders and those working in similar fields in the U.K.
Eligible Countries: The Trust offers Fellowship to individuals from seven countries: Armenia , Azerbaijan , Georgia , Kyrgyzstan , Moldova , Russia and Ukraine
More details and application processes visit John Smith Memorial Trust
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