[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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