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Rhodes Scholarship

exceptional students from around the world to study at the University of Ox The Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest (first awarded in 1902) and perhaps most prestigious international scholarship programme The Scholarship aims to nurture public-spirited leaders for the world's future Ninety five outstanding young women and men are awarded the Scholarship each year, from 20 Rhodes constituencies (64 countries) worldwide Rhodes Scholars study at the world-class University of Oxford, ranked first internationally in the  Times Higher Education  rankings 2017 Scholars may pursue any full-time postgraduate degree (subject to limited restrictions) offered by the University of Oxford, for a duration of 2-3 years The Scholarship includes full tuition, a maintenance stipend, and flights to and from Oxford at the beginning and end of tenure Whilst at Oxford Scholars enjoy a comprehensive Rhodes Character, Service & Leadership programme, inclusive of retreats, workshops, c...

Call for Applications: FSC Youth Correspondent 2017

Are you an environmentally-conscious, socially-aware journalism student? Are you passionate about the health of the planet’s environment and have an interest to communicate about it? Do you want to make a difference and engage the youth of today to care about the future of tomorrow? Then join us at the Forest Stewardship Council  (FSC) 8 th  General Assembly (GA)  from  9 to 10 October 2017  in Vancouver (Canada) and report on the issues at the forefront of responsible forestry.  Young people are at the centre of a sustainable future, and FSC is looking for a passionate youth correspondent who can engage their peers by covering this important event with originality, accuracy and inspiring reporting. Background The FSC GA 2017 is FSC’s highest decision-making body. Eight hundred participants from 70 countries – representing social, economic and environmental interests from the Global North and South – will meet in Vancouver to discuss a sustainable...

PAID INTERNSHIP IN GERMANY-APPLY NOW

Who are we looking for? Economists, engineers, humanities and arts graduates, geologists – the list goes on. We are always on the lookout for new staff from a very wide range of sectors, including, finance, taxation, agriculture, environmental policy, climate, energy, social protection, governance and democracy and (vocational) education and training. A basic understanding of development policy, along with expertise in your field and advisory skills are important requirements in the fields in which we work. And as we operate in 130 countries around the globe, intercultural sensitivity is also indispensable. Our goal is for you to transfer your expertise to our partner countries. Our experts and managers have a wide range of posts and functions worldwide. The fields in which we carry out our activities are more diverse than in almost any other sector. And the experts who work for us come from quite different cultural and technical backgrounds. As a specialist or planning o...

Next Generation WPS+GPS Symposium in Washington, D.C

Deadline:  1 June 2017 Open to:  applicants between the ages of 25 and 40 years old, currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a Masters or PhD program in international affairs, security studies, gender studies, anthropology, political science, international development or a related discipline Venue:  12-19 November 2017 in Washington, D.C. Description WIIS is pleased to announce the launch of the  Next Generation WPS+GPS Symposium . The five-day symposium will examine international security challenges from a gender perspective and bring together an international cohort of 24 graduate students (MA and PhD students). The symposium is scheduled to take place  November 12-19, 2017 in Washington, D.C. The symposium is a part of a larger initiative designed to bridge existing divides between the traditional security community and the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) community. The WPS+GPS Initiative seeks to reframe and broaden the WPS a...

The NextGen Global Competition 2017

The NextGen Global Competition engages young entrepreneurs who are seeking careers and business opportunities in the franchising industry. We are looking for 20 outstanding young entrepreneurs who are poised to take off if given the mentoring and support from franchise business leaders who are the best in the world at scaling concepts.  Who Can Enter Entrepreneurs between 21-35 years old, in business for 1-5 years, with the potential to scale through franchising are encouraged to apply. Deadline: Applications close September 1, 2017. Contest Winners Will Receive: A trip to IFA’s Annual Convention, complimentary convention registration, and travel expenses (up to $1,500 US) A spot at the NextGen in Franchising Summit, a two-day educational and networking program for next generation entrepreneurs Access to NextGen’s Accelerator Program with industry leaders and CEOs An opportunity to participate in the FRANSHARK competion for additional cash prizes Extensive, indust...

Career Opportunities United Nations World Food Programme: Internship

Currently enrolled and have attended University courses in the last 12 months inclusive of having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or have recently graduated in the last 6 months in Business, Political Science or Marketing/Communications; STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Essentials Currently enrolled and have attended University courses in the last 12 months inclusive of having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or have recently graduated in the last 6 months in Business, Political Science or Marketing/Communications; Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point); Fluent in English and French; Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail; Ability to think creatively and strategically; TERMS AND CONDITIONS Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment. The current amount for Rome is around $860. WFP is not re...

Eira Davies Scholarship

Female students  ordinarily resident in a  developing country as listed below*  who are admitted to pursue taught master’s postgraduate courses within the  College of Human and Health Sciences  at Swansea University shall be eligible to apply for the Eira Francis Davies Scholarship. Suitable postgraduate taught courses can be found  here . The Eira Francis Davies Scholarship is a full tuition fee scholarship, and will be awarded to  the student  demonstrating academic excellence and evidence of financial need. It is also a condition of the award that students return to their home country and detail how completion of the programme will better the lives of those at home. Eligibility: For  postgraduate taught  courses, applicants should have a minimum of a  2:1 Bachelors degree,   3 A levels  (excluding General Studies) grade  A-B   and 5 GCSEs  grade  A-B  (equivalent qualifications and grad...