[Kgalumni-l] Issue 275

Здравствуйте, дорогие получатели рассылки!

Предлагаем Вам 275-й выпуск электронной рассылки для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США. Вы получаете данное сообщение потому, что Вы либо являетесь выпускником программы обмена, спонсируемой правительством США, либо Вы запросили данную информацию. В настоящее время в списке получателей рассылки зарегистрировано около 1000 электронных адресов.

Электронная рассылка для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США предназначена для информирования о мероприятиях, проводимых для выпускников, а также для распространения новостей и объявлений от АЙРЕКС, АКСЕЛС, Посольства США в Кыргызстане и других организаций о вакансиях, грантовых программах, стипендиях для учебы и стажировок и других возможностях для личного, академического и профессионального роста. Информация рассылается один раз в неделю. Вы вправе распространять ее среди всех заинтересованных лиц.

У этого сообщения нет приложений, поэтому из соображений безопасности не открывайте возможных прикрепленных файлов. Для Вашего удобства, теперь выпуски электронной рассылки размещаются в формате word по адресу http://www.irex.kg/en/alumni/newsletter.html. Также материалы рассылки доступны на блоге по адресу http://kgalumnilistserv.blogspot.com. Если Вы желаете распространить какую-либо информацию по данной рассылке, пожалуйста, отправьте соответствующее сообщение на адрес alumnilistserv@irex.kg не позднее 13:00 каждую среду.

Сообщения, отправленные напрямую на электронный адрес рассылки, блокируются.

Сегодня 25 июня 2009 г. В этом выпуске:

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1) Announcements / Объявления:

1. Q&A LIVE DISCUSSION “CITIZEN DIPLOMACY” WITH DR. SHERRY MUELLER, PRESIDENT OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS (NCIV), TUESDAY, JUNE 30TH, 2009
2. БЛАГОТВОРИТЕЛЬНАЯ АКЦИЯ «ДЖАЙЛОО ЛАГЕРЬ» ОБЩЕСТВЕННОГО ОБЪЕДИНЕНИЯ «ЦЕНТР ВЫПУСКНИКОВ УЦА» ДЛЯ ДЕТЕЙ СИРОТ
3. AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ASIA ENTRANCE EXAMS SCHEDULE

2) VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

1. THE U.S. EMBASSY IN BISHKEK IS SEEKING AN INDIVIDUAL FOR THE POSITION OF HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK IN HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION.
2. МЕРСИКО ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ О ВАКАНСИИ СПЕЦИАЛИСТА ПО СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВУ/ИНЖЕНЕРА ДЛЯ ПРОГРАММЫ «ПРОДОВОЛЬСТВИЕ ДЛЯ ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ»
3. AMERICAN COUNCILS FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION IS CURRENTLY HIRING SEVERAL FULL-TIME TEMPORARY RECRUITING ASSISTANT POSITIONS
4. ЦЕНТР ПО ЗАЩИТЕ ПРАВ ЧЕЛОВЕКА “КЫЛЫМ ШАМЫ” ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ЗАМЕЩЕНИЕ ВАКАНТНОЙ ДОЛЖНОСТИ КООРДИНАТОРА ПРОГРАММЫ

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ

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1. Q&A LIVE DISCUSSION “CITIZEN DIPLOMACY” WITH DR. SHERRY MUELLER, PRESIDENT OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS (NCIV), TUESDAY, JUNE 30TH, 2009

Dear Alumni and Exchange Participants,

You are invited to join Dr. Sherry Mueller, President of the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV), on Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 from 08:00p.m. to 09:00 p.m. Bishkek time (14:00 – 15:00 GMT) for a Q&A Live discussion. Dr. Mueller would like to take this opportunity discuss citizen diplomacy with alumni from around the world.

Dr. Mueller brings extensive experience both promoting and practicing citizen diplomacy in partnership with the U.S. government. In addition to her work with NCIV, Dr. Mueller directed Professional Exchange Programs at the Institute of International Education (IIE). As a professor at the School of International Service at American University, she taught the first course on U.S. Public Diplomacy.

Dr. Mueller welcomes your questions about citizen diplomacy, including: What is citizen diplomacy, and how is different from traditional diplomacy? What does it mean to be a citizen diplomat in one’s own country and what it means to be a citizen ambassador abroad? What are some successful models for citizen diplomacy in the United States and around the world? How do new media impact citizen diplomacy? How does citizen diplomacy strengthen a government’s public diplomacy efforts?

Visit the State Alumni website (https://alumni.state.gov/news2/qa-live) for more information and to submit a question or comment. Questions will be accepted now or at any time during the event.

If you do not already have a State Alumni account, sign up now by visiting the State Alumni website (https://alumni.state.gov) and registering using the "Click here to register" link in the top right corner of the page.

Sincerely,

The State Alumni Team

If you have any questions contact :

Natalia Djumanalieva
Alumni and English Language Program coordinator
PAS, Bishkek
55-12-41 office ext 4604
E-mail: djumanalievand@state.gov

2. БЛАГОТВОРИТЕЛЬНАЯ АКЦИЯ «ДЖАЙЛОО ЛАГЕРЬ» ОБЩЕСТВЕННОГО ОБЪЕДИНЕНИЯ «ЦЕНТР ВЫПУСКНИКОВ УЦА» ДЛЯ ДЕТЕЙ СИРОТ

Общественное Объединение «Центр Выпускников Университета Центральной Азии» проводит блaготворительную акцию «Джайлоо лагерь» для детей сирот.
В последнее время мы все сосредоточены исключительно только на своих проблемах, думаем исключительно только о себе, о своих детях и родных. Да, это правильно! Мы должны заботиться о них, но также мы должны помнить о том, что есть на свете Дети сироты, которые нуждаются в нашей заботе, ласке, поддержке, понимании в трудные минуты, любви и внимании хоть на один день. И, если Вы хотите подарить детям такую радость, то Выпускники Центра Выпускников Университета Центральной Азии приглашают Вас принять участие в этой акции и оказать финансовую поддержку в проведении акции «Джайлоо лагерь» для детей сирот.

Участники летнего лагеря для детей «Джайлоо лагерь» будут иметь возможность узнать лучше о толерантности, гражданстве, лидерстве, здоровом образе жизни, о красотах нашей местности Тенир-Тоо и о многом другом через обсуждения, дебаты, тренинги, и другие интересные занятия. Ежедневно в течение всего времени отдыха ребят ждут интересные мероприятия: веселые старты и спортивные состязания, музыкальная гостиная (поем и играем), дискотеки, театрализованные шоу-программы и многое другое. В лагере «Джайлоо лагерь» ребята смогут улучшить свой английский язык, непосредственно общаясь с носителями языка (волонтеры Корпуса Мира), которые будут проводить мероприятия на английском языке.

Для каждой учебной группы в 10 человек составляется индивидуальное расписание на каждый день. Увлекательные занятия с утра и до самого вечера помогут ребятам почувствовать себя счастливыми

В нашем лагере никто не нарушает дисциплину, никто не грустит и не скучает.

ПОДАРИМ ДЕТЯМ РАДОСТЬ!

С уважением, выпускники УЦА

По вопросам обращайтесь:

Дилбара Дуйшеева
Координатор выпускников
Школы Профессионального и Непрерывного Образования
Университета Центральной Азии
ул. Ленина 78, Нарын,
Нарынская область, Кыргызская Республика
Тел: +996 3522 51204 (119)
Мобильный: +996 770 566 770
E-mail: dilbara.duisheeva@ucentralasia.org
Website: www.ucentralasia.org

3. AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ASIA ENTRANCE EXAMS SCHEDULE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: THURSDAY, JULY 2

We invite graduates of high-schools and universities with a good knowledge of English to apply!

SCHEDULE OF THE ENTRANCE EXAMS
Date Time
English Exam – Test of English Language Proficiency (TOELP) June 26 09:00
Must register by Wednesday, June 24
http://www.auca.kg/en/press_room/event_calendar/?event=198 July 1 09:00
English Exam – Test of English Language Proficiency (TOELP)
Must register by Monday, June 29
http://www.auca.kg/en/press_room/event_calendar/?event=198
Deadline for Submitting Application for Admissions July 2 17:00
Application Form: http://applyonline.auca.kg/
Documents for application:
http://www.auca.kg/en/admissions/checklist
Mathematics Entrance Examination July 6 08:00
Written Essay Entrance Examination July 6 11:30
Interviews July 8 TBA

AUCA AT A GLANCE

Founded in 1997, AUCA is based on the American liberal arts university model. At AUCA, there is a commitment to freedom of expression, inquiry and academic honesty.Courses are offered based on a credit-hour system, and the primary language of instruction is English. AUCA offers 11 bachelor’s degree programs and the Master of Business Administration program (MBA). All graduates of AUCA receive two diplomas: an American Diploma and a Kyrgyz State Diploma.The University has students and faculty members from 20 different countries with one faculty member for every ten students.
Undergraduate students from Kyrgyzstan are eligible for many scholarships and financial support, information on which can be found on our website: http://www.auca.kg/en/admissions/financial_aid

The University also offers an intensive one-year Preparatory Program to prepare students for admission to AUCA and other western universities. Preparatory Program exams will take place on July 10 – 20, 2009.

You can receive detailed information about the University and learn more about the admission process by visiting our web-site www.auca.kg/en/admissions.

For additional information please contact the AUCA Admissions Office at:
205 Abdymomunov St., Room 111, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic 720040
telephone: (+996 312) 661-089; email: admissions@mail.auca.kg

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VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

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1. THE U.S. EMBASSY IN BISHKEK IS SEEKING AN INDIVIDUAL FOR THE POSITION OF HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK IN HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2009-12 – FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Human Resources Clerk, FSN-6; FP –08*
OPENING DATE: June 05, 2009
CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2009
WORK HOURS: Full-time
SALARY: *Not-Ordinarily Resident - Position Grade: FP-08 (to be confirmed by Washington)

Ordinarily Resident - Position Grade: FSN-6

NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Using resources available at post performs a variety of clerical human resources support duties in connection with visa support functions to American and FSN employees and accreditation of American employees. Performs the function of the Main Timekeeper at post and timekeeper for American employees. Coordinates post Medical Plan for LES employees. Back up HR Clerk on processing of personnel actions, distribution of EPRs and maintenance of personnel files, WEBPASS system and records for LES and American Mission employees.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available in the Human Resources Office. Please contact 4469/4494.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: A university degree social science, humanities or applied arts is required.
2. Prior work experience: Two years of clerical experience with extensive public contacts or in customer oriented spheres is required.
3. Language Proficiency: Level IV (written/spoken) English, Level IV (written/ spoken) Russian is required.
4. Job Knowledges: A good working knowledge of 3 FAM, FAH, Standardized Regulations, Time and Attendance reporting user handbook, WEBPASS Manual and other personnel and administrative handbooks and materials.
5. Skills and abilities: Must be able to draft cables, e-mails. Must be able to apply rules and procedures outlined in 3 FAM, 3 FAH, Standardized Regulations. Must be able to maintain good relations with all Embassy employees. Good computer skills are required (Word, Excel, Internet, Outlook). Good organizational skills, ability to work in a team, time management skills. Ability to work with strict deadlines. Excellent customer service skills.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2009-12A -- TRAINING/DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL

REF: ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2009-12
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Human Resources Clerk, FSN-5; FP –09*
OPENING DATE: June 05, 2009
CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2009
WORK HOURS: Full-time
SALARY: *Not-Ordinarily Resident - Position Grade: FP-09 (to be confirmed by Washington)
Ordinarily Resident - Position Grade: FSN-5

NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Using resources available at post performs a variety of clerical human resources support duties in connection with visa support functions to American and FSN employees and accreditation of American employees. Performs the function of the Main Timekeeper at post and timekeeper for American employees. Coordinates post Medical Plan for LES employees. Back up HR Clerk on processing of personnel actions, distribution of EPRs and maintenance of personnel files, WEBPASS system and records for LES and American Mission employees.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available in the Human Resources Office. Please contact 4469/4494.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: A university degree social science, humanities or applied arts is required.
2. Prior work experience: Up to one year of clerical experience with extensive public contacts or in customer oriented spheres is required.
3. Language Proficiency: Level IV (written/spoken) English, Level IV (written/ spoken) Russian is required.
4. Job Knowledges: Familiarity with the U.S. Mission in Bishkek and good knowledge of office work operations to include work ethic in international organizations, business correspondence. Must be able to learn regulations, rules and procedures in order to apply them while processing Personnel Actions through WebPASS, Time and Attendance, visas and accreditation.
5. Skills and abilities: Must be able to maintain good relations with all Embassy employees. Good computer skills are required (Word, Excel, Internet, Outlook). Good organizational skills, ability to work in a team, time management skills. Ability to work with strict deadlines. Excellent customer service skills.

SELECTION PROCESS

When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
6. (As required): The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a (insert appropriate level) security clearance.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be considered:

• Application for US Federal Employment (SF-171 or OF-612); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612; plus
• Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

Human Resources Unit
U.S. Embassy Bishkek
Address: Prospect Mira, 171
Or e-mail: BishkekHR@state.gov

POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: +996-312-551-241
(Ask telephone operator to transfer the call to the Human Resources Office)

DEFINITIONS
1. US Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) – For purposes of receiving a preference in hiring for a qualified position, an EFM who meets the following criteria:

• US Citizen; and,
• EFM (see above) at least 18 years old; and,
• Listed on the travel orders of a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member assigned to or stationed abroad with a USG agency that is under COM authority, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and either:
• Resides at the sponsoring employee's or uniformed service member's post of assignment abroad or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or
• Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location authorized under 3 FAM 3232.2.

2. EFM: An individual related to a US Government employee in one of the following ways:

• Spouse;
• Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of self-support. The term shall include, in addition to natural offspring, stepchildren and adopted children and those under legal guardianship of the employee or the spouse when such children are expected to be under such legal guardianship until they reach 21 years of age and when dependent upon and normally residing with the guardian;
• Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of the employee or of the spouse, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support;
• Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, or of the spouse, when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support.

3. Member of Household (MOH) – An individual who accompanies a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed at a U.S. Foreign Service post or establishment abroad, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan. An MOH is:

• Not an EFM; and,
• Not on the travel orders of the sponsoring employee; and,
• Has been officially declared by the sponsoring USG employee to the COM as part of his/her household.

A MOH is under COM authority and may include a parent, unmarried partner, other relative or adult child who falls outside the Department's current legal and statutory definition of family member. A MOH does not have to be a US Citizen.

4. Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who:

• Is not a citizen of the host country; and, Does not ordinarily reside (OR, see below) in the host country; and,
• Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws; and,
• Has a US Social Security Number (SSN).

NOR employees are compensated under a GS or FS salary schedule, not under the LCP.

5. Ordinarily Resident (OR) – A Foreign National or US citizen who:

• Is locally resident; and,
• Has legal, permanent resident status within the host country; and,
• Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.

EFMs without US Social Security Numbers are also OR. All OR employees, including US citizens, are compensated in accordance with the LCP.

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: JUNE 19, 2009

The US Mission in Bishkek provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

2. МЕРСИКО ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ О ВАКАНСИИ СПЕЦИАЛИСТА ПО СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВУ/ИНЖЕНЕРА ДЛЯ ПРОГРАММЫ «ПРОДОВОЛЬСТВИЕ ДЛЯ ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ»

Требования: высшее образование в сфере строительства; не менее 5-и лет опыта работы в строительстве и проектировании безопасных жилых, складских и уборных помещений, более эффективно использующих энергию, и наносящих минимальный урон экологии; умение составлять проекты по строительству; знание рынков строительства и недвижимости, особенно в сельских местностях; знание и понимание сельских нужд в строительстве; способность работать в команде и индивидуально; сильные организационные и коммуникативные способности; свободное владение русским и киргизским языками устно и письменно; знание английского языка предпочтительно; отличное знание компьютерных программ; способность совершать длительные командировки;

Обязанности: обеспечивать качественное осуществление технических проектов Мерсико, предоставляя техническую поддержку и консультации бенефициарам в соответствии с процедурами Мерсико; cоставлять проекты по строительству и проектировании жилых, складских и уборных помещений, принимая во внимание нужды, возможности и средства бенефициаров Мерсико, применяя новые способы и технологии для сохранения энергии и почвы в соответствии с нормами строительства и требованиями по безопасности труда; осуществлять мониторинг и контроль качества проектов; составлять обучающие материалы и проводить обучение по правильным методам строительства для бенефициаров; проявлять личные высокие моральные качества, положительное отношение к работе и профессиональное поведение; представлять Мерсико на профессиональном уровне.

Данная должность предполагает частые командировки.

Срок подачи: Кандидаты должны представить сопроводительное письмо, резюме на английском и/или русском языках и по крайней мере одно рекомендательное письмо (в запечатанном конверте, указав должность) не позднее 17:00 01 июля 2009 по электронной почте: humanresources@kg.mercycorps.org с указанием должности в теме.

Справки по телефону не предоставляются.

Миссия Корпуса Милосердия (Мерсико) - облегчать страдания, бедность и притеснения, помогая людям строить безопасные, продуктивные и справедливые общества по всему миру.

3. AMERICAN COUNCILS FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION IS CURRENTLY HIRING SEVERAL FULL-TIME TEMPORARY RECRUITING ASSISTANT POSITIONS

SUMMARY:

American Councils for International Education is currently hiring for several full-time temporary Recruiting Assistant positions. The duration of work will be late August to late November 2009 (exact end date based on recruitment schedule).

Recruiting assistants work with American recruiters and recruit for the Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX). Recruiting assistants are responsible for assisting with all aspects of participant recruitment including, but not limited to: advertising and publicizing competitions; making program presentations; conducting testing; interviewing candidates; and associated record-keeping and report writing. Recruiting assistants must also interact with local professionals and local governmental and educational organizations in dispersing information about the FLEX program.

American Councils is responsible for conducting recruiting in approximately 10 cities throughout the Kyrgyz Republic. Each recruiting team, consisting of one recruiter and one recruiting assistant, will be responsible for recruiting in approximately five cities. This position will therefore require at least 50 percent of the job to be spent on the road. Applicants should be outgoing and highly motivated, able to think on their feet and solve problems on the move.

Qualifications:

• University degree;
• Fluent Russian language; Fluent Kyrgyz language
• Conversational English;
• Experience traveling under difficult conditions;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated time management skills;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including MS Excel

Interested candidates should be available full-time from August 17, 2009 through November 2009.

All interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to FLEX Program Manager Irina Zaplatina, by e-mail (irina@americancouncils.kg) or by fax (0312) 62-15-78, no later than 10 July 2009. Interviews with select candidates will be conducted shortly afterwards.

4. ЦЕНТР ПО ЗАЩИТЕ ПРАВ ЧЕЛОВЕКА “КЫЛЫМ ШАМЫ” ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ЗАМЕЩЕНИЕ ВАКАНТНОЙ ДОЛЖНОСТИ КООРДИНАТОРА ПРОГРАММЫ

Место работы: город Бишкек

Основные требования к кандидату:

• Опыт работы с правозащитными, либо неправительственными организациями;
• Умение творчески подходить к решению проблем,
• Инициативность, активность, ответственность,
• Коммуникабельность и умение работать с людьми.
• Навыки написания отчетов.
• Навыки работы на компьютере.
• Свободное владение русским и кыргызским языками

Кандидат, успешно прошедший конкурсный отбор, должен приступить к работе немедленно.
Сумма заработной платы будет установлена после собеседования.

Резюме и сопроводительное письмо просим направлять до 30 июня 2009 года в Центр по защите прав человека (ЦЗПЧ) “Кылым шамы”:
г.Бишкек, ул. Льва-Толстого 114/408
конт. тел: (0312) 65 94 31 (0312) 24 59 76
Эл. почта: ofksh@istc.kg

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[Kgalumni-l] Issue 274

Предлагаем Вам 274-й выпуск электронной рассылки для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США. Вы получаете данное сообщение потому, что Вы либо являетесь выпускником программы обмена, спонсируемой правительством США, либо Вы запросили данную информацию. В настоящее время в списке получателей рассылки зарегистрировано около 1000 электронных адресов.

Электронная рассылка для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США предназначена для информирования о мероприятиях, проводимых для выпускников, а также для распространения новостей и объявлений от АЙРЕКС, АКСЕЛС, Посольства США в Кыргызстане и других организаций о вакансиях, грантовых программах, стипендиях для учебы и стажировок и других возможностях для личного, академического и профессионального роста. Информация рассылается один раз в неделю. Вы вправе распространять ее среди всех заинтересованных лиц.

У этого сообщения нет приложений, поэтому из соображений безопасности не открывайте возможных прикрепленных файлов. Для Вашего удобства, теперь выпуски электронной рассылки размещаются в формате word по адресуhttp://www.irex.kg/en/alumni/newsletter.html. Также материалы рассылки доступны на блоге по адресу http://kgalumnilistserv.blogspot.com. Если Вы желаете распространить какую-либо информацию по данной рассылке, пожалуйста, отправьте соответствующее сообщение на адрес alumnilistserv@irex.kg не позднее 13:00 каждую среду.

Сообщения, отправленные напрямую на электронный адрес рассылки, блокируются.

Сегодня 17 июня 2009 г. В этом выпуске:

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1) Announcements / Объявления:

1. ЕЖЕГОДНЫЙ ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЙ СБОРНИК О КЫРГЫЗСТАНСКИХ ВЫПУСКНИКАХ ОБМЕННЫХ ПРОГРАММ ПРАВИТЕЛЬСТВА США
2. FLEX PROJECT “STRONG YOUTH-STRONG NATION” PRESS RELEASE
3. CALL TO PATICIPATIOIN IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS, BULGARIAN NETWORK FOR HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION
4. МОЛОДЕЖНАЯ ПРОГРАММА ФОНДА «СОРОС-КЫРГЫЗСТАН» ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС «СОЗДАЙ СВОЙ СОЦИАЛЬНЫЙ РОЛИК!»

2) VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

1. MERCY CORPS IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE A INTERN VACANCY IN BISHKEK
2. HEALTH POLICY ANALYSES PROJECT VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
3. SNOW LEOPARD TRUST SEEKS AMONG KYRGYZ CITIZENS QUALIFIED SPECIALIST TO FILL THE POSITION OF PROGRAMME MANAGER
4. TAALIM-FORUM PUBLIC FOUNDATION IS SEEKING A QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL FOR THE POSITION OF COORDINATOR ON COMMUNICATIONS
5. КОМПАНИЯ ЭЛ ГРУП КОНСАЛТИНГ ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ ОБ ОТКРЫТИИ ВАКАНСИИ ГЛАВНОГО БУХГАЛТЕРА В МЕЖДУНАРОДНУЮ КОНСАЛТИНГОВУЮ КОМПАНИЮ

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ

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1. ЕЖЕГОДНЫЙ ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЙ СБОРНИК О КЫРГЫЗСТАНСКИХ ВЫПУСКНИКАХ ОБМЕННЫХ ПРОГРАММ ПРАВИТЕЛЬСТВА США

Deadline: August 31, 2009

Отдел по связям с общественностью Посольства США в Кыргызстане выпускает ежегодный информационный сборник о кыргызстанских выпускниках обменных программ Правительства США. Пожалуйста, заполните до 31 августа 2009 года форму по следующей ссылке.

По вопросам относительно информационного сборника обращаться к Джуманалиевой Наталье, координатору обменных программ, Посольства США в Кыргызской республике по djumanalievand@state.gov

2. FLEX PROJECT “STRONG YOUTH-STRONG NATION” PRESS RELEASE

Dear alumni,

We’d like to share with you information about the event which took place in March but its worth sharing. Our 3 FLEX alumni Bibinur Alibaeva, Aizada Marat kyzy and Urmat Sagyndykov organized trainings for village secondary school students in two remote regions of Kyrgyzstan. The topic of the project was “Strong Youth-Strong Nation”.

The coordinator of the project is Bibinur Alibaeva,FLEX 2006 alumna. She is a student of Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University and an active member of FLEX Alumni association. Alumni applied for travel grant to U.S. Embassy and trainings were their own contribution to this project.

The article is posted in Alumni.State.gov website:

https://alumni.state.gov/news2/alumni-news/flex-alumni-promote-capacity-building-in-rural-kyrgyzstan

Or you can read the article in U.S. Embassy website:

http://bishkek.usembassy.gov/alumni_activities3.html

For more information contact: Natalia Djumanalieva
Alumni and English Language Program coordinator
PAS, Bishkek
55-12-41 office ext. 4604
e-mail: djumanalievand@state.gov

3. CALL TO PATICIPATIOIN IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS, BULGARIAN NETWORK FOR HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION

Dear Friends,

On behalf of Bulgarian Network for Human Rights Education, I have the pleasure to invite you to our international projects on volunteering for Human Rights. The projects would be financed by the European Commission. We are looking for three young people (age 18 to 29) from Kyrgyzstan, who will take part in an exciting international youth project, where 12 volunteers from all over the world will work together next spring for a month in Bulgaria. All expenses, including visa, travel, board and lodging, will be covered 100 % by the project. An additional monthly support of 65 EUR will be provided for each volunteer. It is preferable that the volunteers speak English, but - under specific conditions - Russian speakers can also be considered.

If you are interested to learn more, please contact us at: bnhre@bnhre.net.

Kind regards,

Borislava Daskalova, Bulgarian Network for Human Rights Education
Email: bnhre@bnhre.net
Web: www.bnhre.net

4. МОЛОДЕЖНАЯ ПРОГРАММА ФОНДА «СОРОС-КЫРГЫЗСТАН» ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС «СОЗДАЙ СВОЙ СОЦИАЛЬНЫЙ РОЛИК!»

Что такое социальный ролик? Говоря простым языком, социальный ролик – это короткий видео или аудио сюжет, направленный на изменение мышления и/или поведения людей. Предметом социального ролика является идея, которая должна обладать определенной социальной ценностью.

Для участия в конкурсе необходимо:

• Придумать сюжет для своего социального ролика;
• Снять и записать свой видео- или аудио-ролик на кыргызском или русском языке длительностью не более ОДНОЙ минуты любыми средствами видеосъемки или звукозаписи (на видеокамеру, на цифровой фотоаппарат, диктофон и т.д.);
• Доставить готовые работы на носителе информации (CD, DVD, USB-flash) до 17:00 часов, 15 июля 2009 года в офис Фонда «Сорос-Кыргызстан» по адресу: г.Бишкек, ул.Логвиненко, 55А, Молодежная программа, координатор Мамаев Баглан. Также, ты можешь использовать для передачи роликов файлообменные ресурсы в Интернет (например,http://filebar.kg) и отправить ссылку со своим файлом на psakg2009@gmail.com.

Социальный ролик должен быть направлен на молодежные темы и нести в себе позитив, вдохновляющие и поощряющие элементы.

Лучшие социальные ролики будут отбираться независимой группой экспертов и молодых людей по следующим критериям:

1. Актуальность посыла для молодежи;
2. Инновационность;
3. Творческий подход;
4. Техническое качество.

Победители конкурса получат денежные призы:

За создание лучшего видео-ролика:

I место – 500$
II место – 400$
III место – 300$
IV место – 200$
V место –100$

За создание лучшего аудио-ролика:

I место – 300$
II место – 200$
III место – 100$

Также мы поможем разместить твой социальный ролик на видео- и аудио-порталах в сети Интернет. Возможна трансляция по телевидению и радио.

Молодежь Кыргызстана имеет большой потенциал, который необходимо использовать для улучшения жизни нашей страны. Для участия в данном конкурсе тебе не обязательно быть профессионалом в видео- или аудио-сфере.

Если необходима техническая помощь по обработке твоего видео- или аудио-материала, обращайся в Детский Медиа Центр по адресу: г.Бишкек, ул.Московская, 53. Необходимо заранее назначить дату и время встречи. Для этого свяжись по телефонам (555) 90-65-11 Чингиз или (543) 85-33-29 Талгат, или по e-mail chingiz.narynov@gmail.com или pagan705@gmail.com

Форматы: .avi, .mov, .mp4, .vob (DVD).

Кодеки: Uncompressed, Microsoft AVI, mpeg2, mpeg4, canopus avi, Xvid, Divx.

Для наилучшего качества и удобной работы с материалом, разрешение (resolution) картинки должно быть не менее 640х480 пикселей, в идеале 720х576 (или больше), минимальное разрешение – 320х280 пикселей.

Техническая помощь оказывается бесплатно.

Примеры социальных роликов можно найти в сети Интернет. Для поиска введи ключевые слова «Социальная реклама» или «PSA» (public service advertisement or public service announcement).

Более подробную информацию по конкурсу можно найти на веб-сайте www.soros.kg или, позвонив в Молодежную программу Фонда «Сорос-Кыргызстан» по телефону 66-34-75 (добавочные номера 104 или 105).

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1. MERCY CORPS IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE A INTERN VACANCY IN BISHKEK

About MERCY CORPS:

Mercy Corps exists to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities.

Qualifications: strong knowledge of MS Window Office; good written and verbal English, Russian and local language skills; excellent communication and organizational skills; extremely flexible; demonstrate personal integrity, positive work attitude and professional behavior; represent Mercy Corps in a professional manner.

Responsibilities: provide administrative and secretarial support to the administrative and finance team;
assist in all aspects of human resources, procurement, and logistics work including ordering and procuring of office supplies; formatting, compiling, copying, filing of administrative and finance documents; collecting and tracking information and documents; archiving documents; other duties necessary for the efficient and successful implementation of the programs; comply with company policies and procedures.

Deadline: Applicants should submit cover letter and resume in English no later than 5 p.m. on June 18, 2009 to receptionist, 40, Manasa Str. (crossing Kievskaya Str.), Bishkek, or email requirements to: humanresources@kg.mercycorps.org with “Intern” on subject.

Please no telephone inquiries.

2. HEALTH POLICY ANALYSES PROJECT VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE: Fiduciary assistant and public health policy analyst

ABOUT HPAP

Health Policy Analyses Project (HPAP) is funded by DfID and implemented by WHO. The project is aimed to strengthen the capacity of Kyrgyz health policy makers to use evidence on health system performance to inform policy decisions to mitigate the effects of poverty. (http://hpap.med.kg)

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The main objective of the assignment is to provide technical and administrative assistance to the Ministry of Health (MOH), Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF), Joint Financiers (JFs) and other clients to ensure timely and smooth implementation of fiduciary risk mitigation measures. Participate in research projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Coordinate the work of finance, accounting and procurement teams of the MOH and MHIF to ensure effective and timely implementation of all fiduciary risks mitigation measures;
2. Provide technical assistance and help resolve technical and other issues related to implementation of fiduciary risks mitigation measures;
3. Ensure constant and clear communication between the MOH, MHIF and the JFs on issues related to financial management;
4. Assist the MOH and MHIF in preparation of the quarterly financial management reports as recommended by the World Bank and DfID experts, including the reconciliation of these reports with the Treasury data;
5. Track, document and reconcile different budget data to help JFs in monitoring the Government compliance with the budget rules # 1 and # 2;
6. Actively participate in the preparation of the Joint Annual Reviews of the Manas Taalimi Program, including the updating of the matrix of the fiduciary risks mitigation measures;
7. Assist in communication and coordination of activities among different consultants working of issues related to FM to avoid duplication and ensure continuity;
8. Provide on-the-ground support to the World Bank and DfID experts on all issues related to financial management;
9. Participate in research projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: University degree in economic or social sciences is required.
• Prior work experience: At least three years of experience working with economic and/or social issues.
• Language: An excellent knowledge of English and Russian is required.
• Skills and abilities: strong ability to analyze health and economic issues. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong ability to establish contacts with government/civic representatives; ability to work with minimum supervision

TO APPLY

Please send your CV per email at: kkonokbaev@manas.elcat.kg until 24th June 2009. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

3. SNOW LEOPARD TRUST SEEKS AMONG KYRGYZ CITIZENS QUALIFIED SPECIALIST TO FILL THE POSITION OF PROGRAMME MANAGER

START DATE: Immediately
POSITION TITLE: Programmes Manager (Full-time)
SALARY RANGE: Competitive, based on experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote the status of the snow leopard and its habitat;
• In consultation with the Country Leader ensure successful design, implementation, and monitoring a coordinated conservation, education, and research program in order to protect the country’s remaining snow leopards;
• Serve as the primary manager of the Snow Leopard Enterprises (SLE) program and coordinate SLE as a conservation programme using a business model; working with community participants, local coordinators, designers and other staff and partners to refine the SLE product line in order to maximize sales, increasing income as a conservation incentive.
• Coordinate and Plan Trainings for product development;
• Develop and Manage Product purchasing, labeling, quality control criteria and protocol;
• Manage all packaging, labeling, invoicing and shipping of products according to orders;
• Work with Country Leader to ensure that clear conservation linkages are a primary component of all SLE community programmes, and that they are monitored and enforced;
• Develop and manage all reporting of SLE activities; budgets, compliance with conservation contracts and etc. Report to Country Leader.
• Maintain excellent relations and communication with local coordinators and all SLE participants;
• Provide all field documentation and prepare mid-term and annual program and budget reports to Country Leader;
• Ensure all organizational, media, and donor reporting requirement are fulfilled in order to increase donor and public awareness of important snow leopard conservation information;

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure field equipment is properly maintained and accounted for;
• Help in networking with stakeholders;
• Provide writing, translation and editorial support for SLT and country programme publications;
• Assist and contribute to proposal writing, reporting, meetings and communications, fundraising;
• Other responsibilities and projects as assigned by the Country Leader and Director of Science and Conservation

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND

The Programmes Manager will play a critical role in the development and execution of conservation, education, and research projects undertaken in Kyrgyzstan. The successful candidate will have prior experience working on complex projects in rural Kyrgyzstan.

To ensure effective communications with our partner communities, government, and Snow Leopard Trust staff, applicants must speak Kyrgyz, Russian and English, and have good computer and report writing skills. A strong track record of managing successful projects is necessary. The position requires someone who is a good team player and is also comfortable working independently.

All applications must be in English and written by the candidate.

For more information please call 0312 520653, 0555 43 55 92 or e-mail gentlefl@yahoo.com

4. TAALIM-FORUM PUBLIC FOUNDATION IS SEEKING A QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL FOR THE POSITION OF COORDINATOR ON COMMUNICATIONS

Job description:

• Coordination of communicational activities;
• Establishing cooperative relations with local and foreign partners;
• Assisting in development and realization of projects;
• Organization of meetings, seminars, round tables and trainings;
• Work with correspondence;
• Preparing web-site updates contents;
• Preparing news-letters;
• Creating communities and networks, promoting the mission and projects of the organization.

Qualification requirements:

• Higher education in relevant field;
• Experience in project management;
• Experience in communication activities;
• Excellent knowledge in English, Russian and Kyrgyz, any other additional language is in preference;
• Responsibility, ability to take initiative and work independently;
• Ability to work in a team;
• Communicational and analytical skills;
• Сomputer skills (all MS Office applications, Internet, multimedia software – Nero, Photoshop and other).

Online applications are encouraged. CVs along with Cover letter and 2 recommendation letters (signed) can be submitted by email to taalimforum@gmail.com not later then June 30th, 2009.

The mission of Taalim-Forum is support and promotion of innovative approaches and initiative in education.
Information about activities of Taalim-Forum Public Foundation is available on our web-site: www.taalimforum.mega.kg

5. КОМПАНИЯ ЭЛ ГРУП КОНСАЛТИНГ ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ ОБ ОТКРЫТИИ ВАКАНСИИ ГЛАВНОГО БУХГАЛТЕРА В МЕЖДУНАРОДНУЮ КОНСАЛТИНГОВУЮ КОМПАНИЮ

Требования:

• Высшее образование в сфере финансов;
• Опыт работы бухгалтером не менее 3 лет;
• Опыт работы в международных компаниях и на позиции главного бухгалтера является; преимуществом;
• Знание международных стандартов Бухгалтерского учета (IFRS);
• Знание налогового законодательства КР;
• Наличие квалификации CAP/CIPA является преимуществом;
• Базовые знания английского языка.

Обязанности:

• Ведение бухгалтерского учета;
• Расчет и учет заработной платы;
• Подготовка и сдача всех видов отчетов в контролирующие органы;
• Предоставление отчетов по результатам деятельности руководству;
• Прочие обязанности;

Заинтересованные кандидаты могут отправить свое резюме на электронный адрес alena@el-group.com
Более подробную информацию о вакансии Вы можете найти на сайте www.el-group.com

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[Kgalumni-l] Issue 273

Здравствуйте, дорогие получатели рассылки!

Предлагаем Вам 273-й выпуск электронной рассылки для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США. Вы получаете данное сообщение потому, что Вы либо являетесь выпускником программы обмена, спонсируемой правительством США, либо Вы запросили данную информацию. В настоящее время в списке получателей рассылки зарегистрировано около 1000 электронных адресов.

Электронная рассылка для кыргызстанских выпускников программ Госдепартамента США предназначена для информирования о мероприятиях, проводимых для выпускников, а также для распространения новостей и объявлений от АЙРЕКС, АКСЕЛС, Посольства США в Кыргызстане и других организаций о вакансиях, грантовых программах, стипендиях для учебы и стажировок и других возможностях для личного, академического и профессионального роста. Информация рассылается один раз в неделю. Вы вправе распространять ее среди всех заинтересованных лиц.

У этого сообщения нет приложений, поэтому из соображений безопасности не открывайте возможных прикрепленных файлов. Для Вашего удобства, теперь выпуски электронной рассылки размещаются в формате word по адресуhttp://www.irex.kg/en/alumni/newsletter.html. Также материалы рассылки доступны на блоге по адресу http://kgalumnilistserv.blogspot.com. Если Вы желаете распространить какую-либо информацию по данной рассылке, пожалуйста, отправьте соответствующее сообщение на адрес alumnilistserv@irex.kg не позднее 13:00 каждую среду.

Сообщения, отправленные напрямую на электронный адрес рассылки, блокируются.

Сегодня 10 июня 2009 г. В этом выпуске:

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1) Announcements / Объявления:

1. ЕЖЕГОДНЫЙ ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЙ СБОРНИК О КЫРГЫЗСТАНСКИХ ВЫПУСКНИКАХ ОБМЕННЫХ ПРОГРАММ ПРАВИТЕЛЬСТВА США
2. 2009 PROJECT SMILE
3. CALL TO PATICIPATIOIN IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS, BULGARIAN NETWORK FOR HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION
4. ПСИХОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ТРЕНИНГИ ДЛЯ ДЕТЕЙ И ВЗРОСЛЫХ ОТ СТУДИИ РОДИТЕЛЬСКОГО МАСТЕРСТВА «АКМЕ»

2) VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

1. AECOM INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IS LOOKING FOR A CHIEF OF PARTY FOR AN UPCOMING USAID-FUNDED PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN
2. AECOM SEEKS LONG-TERM AND SHORT-TERM ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT EXPERTS FOR AN ANTICIPATED USAID-FUNDED LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN
3. AECOM SEEKS LONG-TERM AND SHORT-TERM PRIVATE SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS EXPERTS FOR AN ANTICIPATED USAID-FUNDED LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN
4. SNOW LEOPARD TRUST SEEKS AMONG KYRGYZ CITIZENS QUALIFIED SPECIALIST TO FILL THE POSITION OF PROGRAMME MANAGER
5. MGN GROUP ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ВАКАНТНУЮ ПОЗИЦИЮ ЛИЧНОГО ПОМОЩНИКА ГЕНЕРАЛЬНОГО ДИРЕКТОРА
6. MUSIC TEACHER POSITION OPENING FOR 2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR AT BISHKEK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ

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1. ЕЖЕГОДНЫЙ ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЙ СБОРНИК О КЫРГЫЗСТАНСКИХ ВЫПУСКНИКАХ ОБМЕННЫХ ПРОГРАММ ПРАВИТЕЛЬСТВА США

Deadline: August 31, 2009

Отдел по связям с общественностью Посольства США в Кыргызстане выпускает ежегодный информационный сборник о кыргызстанских выпускниках обменных программ Правительства США. Пожалуйста, заполните до 31 августа 2009 года форму по следующей ссылке.

По вопросам относительно информационного сборника обращаться к Джуманалиевой Наталье, координатору обменных программ, Посольства США в Кыргызской республике по djumanalievand@state.gov

2. 2009 PROJECT SMILE

Deadline: Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Program Overview

Project Smile, a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State and implemented by IREX, provides grants to alumni of selected ECA-sponsored programs to implement community service activities that will benefit an underprivileged group in their local community such as children at an orphanage, the disabled or the elderly.

Program Timeline

• Application Deadline: June 17, 2009
• Grant Award Recipients Announced: June 29, 2009
• Grant Period: Ten weeks (June 29, 2009 – September 4, 2009)
• Final Report Due: September 30, 2009

Technical Eligibility Requirements

Candidates will be considered without respect to race, color, religion, national origin, or gender. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Project Smile is a merit-based competition open to:

Alumni of the:

• Edmund S. Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program (Muskie); or
• Eurasian Undergraduate Exchange Program (UGRAD) (formerly known as the FREEDOM Support Act Undergraduate Program);
• Alumni in good standing;
• Citizens of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, or Ukraine who are currently residing in one of these countries at the time of application;
• Individuals who have successfully fulfilled all requirements of previously awarded alumni grants; and
• Individuals who submit a complete application

Individuals in the following circumstances are NOT eligible for Project Smile:

• Individuals currently residing or working outside of one of the Eurasian countries listed above;
• Local employees of the U.S. missions abroad who work for the U.S. Department of State are ineligible for grants during the period of their employment and for one year following the termination of employment; Immediate families (i.e. spouses and dependent children) of U.S. Department of State employees for a period of one year following the termination of such employment. This provision does not disqualify self-supporting members of families who live apart from their parents;
• Persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a crime (excluding minor traffic violations);
• Current IREX employees and consultants and their immediate family members (spouses, parents, children, and siblings); or
• IREX reserves the right to verify all of the information included in the application. In the event that there is a discrepancy, or information is found to be false, the application will immediately be declared invalid and the applicant ineligible. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Financial Provisions of the Grant

Maximum Grant Award: $250

Minimum Grant Award: $100

Disbursement of Funds

Some Project Smile grantees will receive their grant funds as a wire to their personal bank accounts. Consequently, these grantees will be asked to supply bank information in their Terms & Conditions document. For any non-U.S. based account, grantees must provide corresponding bank information (the bank holding your account can provide you with this information.)

Allowable Costs

• Project Smile funds may be used to purchase materials for the activity or to implement the activity, including:
• Trash bags for a park clean-up
• Transportation to a hospital, orphanage, or historical location
• Ads to recruit volunteers
• Materials to create costumes for a performance
• Art supplies
• Food or snacks for participants and volunteers, etc.

Unallowable Costs

Project Smile funds may not be used for the following:

• To purchase computer hardware or office equipment (i.e. printers, photocopiers, fax machines, webcams, software, etc.)
• To purchase construction and/or building materials (i.e. lumber, hardware, flooring, siding, lighting, plumbing fixtures, etc.)
• To purchase furniture
• To create organizational or personal web sites
• To purchase alcohol
• To give gifts or donations
• To provide honorarium or salaries to ECA alumni, including the grant recipient

General Application Instructions

• Applications can be downloaded from http://www.irex.kg/en/alumni/grant.html
• Please answer all questions in English;
• Please provide English translations for all documents in local language (reference letters, cost-share letters, etc);
• Please complete your project budget in U.S. dollars and your local currency;
• Include your full, legal name as it is spelled in your international passport. Do not translate name spellings (for example, write Mariya and not Mary);
• Provide complete contact information, including postal index codes for all address and country and city codes for telephone and fax numbers. Do not translate street or city names into English (for example, write Prospekt Mira not Peace Avenue);
• Do not leave any space blank. If a question does not apply to you, write N/A (not applicable); and
• All forms and supporting materials should be typewritten (if possible) and submitted with the complete application

Submission Guidelines

• Applications must be received no later than 17:00 on the date the applications are due;
• Applications may be emailed to smile@irex.org. When emailing applications, please send all attachments in one email message and include your last name in the subject line of the email.
• Submit one hard copy of the application to the IREX representative office in your home country. Please be sure to keep a copy of your completed application.
• Only one application per deadline for any individual alumnus/alumna will be considered.

State Alumni

All ECA alumni are encouraged to register and use the State Alumni Web site, at https://alumni.state.gov. State Alumni is a Web-based interactive directory for alumni of Department of State exchange programs. It extends the exchange experience for alumni after they return home from the U.S. This site also allows alumni to stay in contact with one another-and with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs-through networking and the sharing of useful information about professional opportunities. State Alumni may help Project Smile applicants when formulating a project idea or disseminating information about your project to other alumni. ECA alumni are strongly encouraged to register.

3. CALL TO PATICIPATIOIN IN INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS, BULGARIAN NETWORK FOR HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION

Dear Friends,

On behalf of Bulgarian Network for Human Rights Education, I have the pleasure to invite you to our international projects on volunteering for Human Rights. The projects would be financed by the European Commission. We are looking for three young people (age 18 to 29) from Kyrgyzstan, who will take part in an exciting international youth project, where 12 volunteers from all over the world will work together next spring for a month in Bulgaria. All expenses, including visa, travel, board and lodging, will be covered 100 % by the project. An additional monthly support of 65 EUR will be provided for each volunteer. It is preferable that the volunteers speak English, but - under specific conditions - Russian speakers can also be considered.

If you are interested to learn more, please contact us at: bnhre@bnhre.net.

Kind regards,
Borislava Daskalova, Bulgarian Network for Human Rights Education
Email: bnhre@bnhre.net
Web: www.bnhre.net

4. ПСИХОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ТРЕНИНГИ ДЛЯ ДЕТЕЙ И ВЗРОСЛЫХ ОТ СТУДИИ РОДИТЕЛЬСКОГО МАСТЕРСТВА «АКМЕ»

Студия родительского мастерства Акме предлагает разнообразные психологические тренинги для детей и взрослых, а также индивидуальные консультации. Подробное описание тренингов и услуг на сайте www.akme.kg или по телефону: 659952; 659399. Мероприятия на июнь-июль на http://akme.kg/news/1/61

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VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

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1. AECOM INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IS LOOKING FOR A CHIEF OF PARTY FOR AN UPCOMING USAID-FUNDED PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN

About AECOM:

AECOM works in the areas of economic growth, environment and regional development, industrial and commercial area development, democracy and governance, humanitarian response and stabilization, and infrastructure and facilities.

AECOM International Development Inc. (AECOM) is a development firm promoting higher living standards in emerging markets through provision of high-quality technical advisory services to governments and the private sector.

General Summary:

AECOM International Development is looking for a Chief of Party for an upcoming USAID-funded program in Kyrgyzstan. The primary objective of the program will be to stimulate rapid, diversified and sustained economic growth at the local level.

The Chief of Party will be responsible for all technical and managerial aspects of the program and provide the overarching vision and direction for the project. Initial and on-going project design and management will include but is not limited to coordinating all expatriate and national staff and ensuring best-practice resource allocation.

Qualifications:

• Previous Chief of Party experience on complex USAID projects in difficult environments is required.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience of managing USAID-funded economic growth or local governance projects; showing a strong working knowledge of development and foreign aid, with emphasis on the priorities of USAID.
• Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Local Economic Development and strategic planning
• Municipal service delivery improvements
• Municipal finance and budgeting
• Decentralization and inter-governmental finances
• Public private partnerships and capital improvement planning
• Value chain and sector competitiveness
• Access to finance
• Workforce development
• Experience in managing projects in the Former Soviet Union preferred.
• Master’s degree or higher in relevant field.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required. Knowledge of Russian or Kyrgyz is preferred but not required.
• Strong management skills and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
  
  To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to aecomrecruitment@gmail.com with Kyrgyzstan COP in the subject line. Please highlight your experience as related to the project’s key technical areas and position responsibilities.

2. AECOM SEEKS LONG-TERM AND SHORT-TERM ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT EXPERTS FOR AN ANTICIPATED USAID-FUNDED LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN

Position: Enterprise Development Expert

Job Level: Senior-Level

Location: Kyrgyzstan

AECOM International Development Inc. (AECOM) works in the areas of economic growth, environment and regional development, industrial and commercial area development, democracy and governance, humanitarian response and stabilization, and infrastructure and facilities. AECOM is a development firm promoting higher living standards in emerging markets through provision of high-quality technical advisory services to governments and the private sector.

***Additional long-term and short-term staff (local and expat) will be needed for this project. All interested applicants please apply.

General Summary:

AECOM seeks long-term and short-term enterprise development experts for an anticipated USAID-funded local economic development program in Kyrgyzstan. The primary objective of the program will be to stimulate rapid, diversified and sustained economic growth at the local level. The candidate should have value chain and competitiveness, firm-level assistance, and community-level finance experience.

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years experience working with economic growth projects
• Advanced Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Finance, or related field preferred
• Hands on experience working with meso-finance and microfinance institutions, facilitating access to commercial credit, market linkages and/or firm-level assistance. Experience working with agricultural sector preferred.
• Experience in developing public/private strategic partnerships
• Fluent in English; fluency in Russian or Kyrgyz preferred
• Experience working in Central Asia or the former Soviet Union preferred

To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to aecomrecruitment@gmail.com with Enterprise Development Expert in the subject line. Please highlight your experience as related to the project’s key technical areas and position responsibilities.

3. AECOM SEEKS LONG-TERM AND SHORT-TERM PRIVATE SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS EXPERTS FOR AN ANTICIPATED USAID-FUNDED LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN

Position: Private Sector Competitiveness Expert

Job Level: Senior-Level

Location: Kyrgyzstan

AECOM International Development Inc. (AECOM) works in the areas of economic growth, environment and regional development, industrial and commercial area development, democracy and governance, humanitarian response and stabilization, and infrastructure and facilities. AECOM is a development firm promoting higher living standards in emerging markets through provision of high-quality technical advisory services to governments and the private sector.

***Additional long-term and short-term staff (local and expat) will be needed for this project. All interested applicants please apply.

General Summary:

AECOM seeks long-term and short-term Private Sector Competitiveness experts for an anticipated USAID-funded local economic development program in Kyrgyzstan. S/he is responsible for providing technical and management leadership and guidance for the project. Areas of Expertise: Private sector competitiveness, market linkages and value chains, workforce development, providing firm-level assistance, and/or working with financial institutions.

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years experience managing large-scale USAID-funded economic growth projects
• Advanced Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Finance, or related field preferred
• Hands on experience working with at least two of the following: value chains, business development, finance, export promotion, or workforce development including vocational training. Experience with agricultural sector preferred
• Experience in developing public/private strategic partnerships
• Fluent in English; fluency in Russian or Kyrgyz preferred
• Experience managing programs in Central Asia or the former Soviet Union preferred
• Experience supervising project staff within assigned roles under the organizational structure approved for the project, and providing managerial and technical assistance in support of project goals, guiding work plans, and directing project implementation
• Excellent communication, presentation, and networking skills

To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to aecomrecruitment@gmail.com with Private Sector Competitiveness Expert in the subject line. Please highlight your experience as related to the project’s key technical areas and position responsibilities.

4. SNOW LEOPARD TRUST SEEKS AMONG KYRGYZ CITIZENS QUALIFIED SPECIALIST TO FILL THE POSITION OF PROGRAMME MANAGER

START DATE: Immediately

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: June 12, 2009

POSITION TITLE: Programmes Manager (Full-time)

SALARY RANGE: Competitive, based on experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote the status of the snow leopard and its habitat;
• In consultation with the Country Leader ensure successful design, implementation, and monitoring a coordinated conservation, education, and research program in order to protect the country’s remaining snow leopards;Serve as the primary manager of the Snow Leopard Enterprises (SLE) program and coordinate SLE as a conservation programme using a business model; working with community participants, local coordinators, designers and other staff and partners to refine the SLE product line in order to maximize sales, increasing income as a conservation incentive.
• Coordinate and Plan Trainings for product development;Develop and Manage Product purchasing, labeling, quality control criteria and protocol;
• Manage all packaging, labeling, invoicing and shipping of products according to orders;
• Work with Country Leader to ensure that clear conservation linkages are a primary component of all SLE community programmes, and that they are monitored and enforced;
• Develop and manage all reporting of SLE activities; budgets, compliance with conservation contracts and etc. Report to Country Leader.
• Maintain excellent relations and communication with local coordinators and all SLE participants;
• Provide all field documentation and prepare mid-term and annual program and budget reports to Country Leader;
• Ensure all organizational, media, and donor reporting requirement are fulfilled in order to increase donor and public awareness of important snow leopard conservation information;

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure field equipment is properly maintained and accounted for;
• Help in networking with stakeholders;
• Provide writing, translation and editorial support for SLT and country programme publications;
• Assist and contribute to proposal writing, reporting, meetings and communications, fundraising;
• Other responsibilities and projects as assigned by the Country Leader and Director of Science and Conservation

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND

The Programmes Manager will play a critical role in the development and execution of conservation, education, and research projects undertaken in Kyrgyzstan. The successful candidate will have prior experience working on complex projects in rural Kyrgyzstan.

To ensure effective communications with our partner communities, government, and Snow Leopard Trust staff, applicants must speak Kyrgyz, Russian and English, and have good computer and report writing skills. A strong track record of managing successful projects is necessary. The position requires someone who is a good team player and is also comfortable working independently.

All applications must be in English and written by the candidate.

For more information please call 0312 520653, 0555 43 55 92 or e-mail gentlefl@yahoo.com

5. MGN GROUP ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ВАКАНТНУЮ ПОЗИЦИЮ ЛИЧНОГО ПОМОЩНИКА ГЕНЕРАЛЬНОГО ДИРЕКТОРА

ПОЗИЦИЯ: ЛИЧНЫЙ ПОМОЩНИК ГЕНЕРАЛЬНОГО ДИРЕКТОРА

КОМПАНИЯ : MGN GROUP

МЕСТО РАБОТЫ: Г. БИШКЕК/КЫРГЫЗСКАЯ РЕСПУБЛИКА

РЕЖИМ РАБОТЫ: НЕНОРМИРОВАННЫЙ РАБОЧИЙ ДЕНЬ

Обязанности:

• Планирование рабочего дня Генерального Директора
• Ведение протокола встреч
• Организация деловых встреч‚ переговоров‚ командировок и т.д.
• Сбор‚ обработка и представление информации для подготовки и принятия решений Генеральным директором
• Другие поручения Генерального Директора

Требования:

• Женщина или мужчина‚ 23-32 года‚ презентабельная внешность
• Опыт работы секретарем‚ секретарем-референтом‚ персональным ассистентом (не менее 2-3 лет). Опыт работы секретарем в крупной иностранной фирме приветствуется
• Хорошие организаторские способности
• Свободное владение разговорным и письменным английским и русским языками
• Отличные письменные навыки
• Опыт работы на компьютере в среде Windows; знание программ MS Word‚ Excel‚ Power Point

MGN Group – ведущая финансовая -инвестиционная компания, ориентированная на Центральноазиатский регион и предоставляющая услуги в области финансово-инвестиционной деятельности, управления активами, анализа рыночной конъюнктуры, а также брокерские и дилерские услуги.

Email: Maksat.Korooluev@mgncapital.com

6. MUSIC TEACHER POSITION OPENING FOR 2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR AT BISHKEK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Bishkek International School (BIS) is looking for educators who sincerely love children. We are looking for educators who will do whatever it takes to help their students reach their learning goals. We expect our staff to be prepared to put in extra time to work with students who need help with their studies. We also want staff that will contribute to school community life and assist with after school activities.

We are looking for educators who know that a very large factor in a student’s education is their relationship with their teachers. We want educators who will make a real commitment to their students. Children need to know their teachers care about them, and we want educators who truly do care.

Please send a CV to bishkek@qsi.org or call 56 31 39. English language is a requirement.

We are part of a non-profit organization in 26 countries with 37 schools. We receive education and security grants from the US Dept. of Overseas Schools. We are proud to be the only US accredited school in all of Kyrgyzstan (Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, USA). We serve diplomatic, development, and business families.

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