Wednesday, July 15, 2009

[Kgalumni-l] Issue 278

Здравствуйте, дорогие получатели рассылки!

Предлагаем Вам 278-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 15 июля 2009 г. В этом выпуске:

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1) ANNOUNCEMENTS / ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ:
  1. КОНКУРС НА УЧАСТИЕ В ПРОГРАММЕ СТИПЕНДИЙ КОКРАНА
  2. DIGNITY INTERNATIONAL 8TH ANNUAL GLOBAL LINKING & LEARNING PROGRAMME - HUMAN RIGHTS BASED DEVELOPMENT
2) VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:
  1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, USAID/CAR/ KYRGYZSTAN COUNTRY OFFICE, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN
  2. PROJECT ASSISTANT VACANCY FOR SRC’ VISITING RESEARCH FELLOW, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ASIA
  3. ЗАО «MGN GROUP» ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ЗАМЕЩЕНИЕ ВАКАНСИЙ
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1. КОНКУРС НА УЧАСТИЕ В ПРОГРАММЕ СТИПЕНДИЙ КОКРАНА

Последний срок подачи документов: 14 августа 2009 года

Программа стипендий Кокрана Министерства сельского хозяйства США объявляет конкурс на прохождение краткосрочного обучения в области сельского хозяйства в США. В рамках этой программы предоставляется возможность пройти обучение фермерам, специалистам и руководителям старшего и среднего звена из государственного и частного секторов, которые вовлечены в сельскохозяйственном секторе Кыргызской Республики.

Фокус обучения

В рамках программы участникам будет предоставлено краткосрочное обучение в США по производству картофеля и развитию картофельного семеноводства. Участники будут иметь возможность встречаться с профессионалами в своих областях, выезжать на поля и совершать поездки на предприятия, обучаться «на месте работы» и посещать курсы и семинары при университетах.

Требования к участникам

Программа открыта для участия в ней фермеров, сотрудников агробизнеса, департаментов правительства, университетов и других частных и государственных сельскохозяйственных организаций. Предпочтение будет даваться специалистам имеющим отношение к производству картофеля и развитию картофельного семеноводства.

Порядок отбора

Желающие участвовать в программе должны сдать до 14 августа 2009 года заполненные анкеты в Посольство США в Бишкеке, находящееся по адресу проспект Мира, 171. Анкету можно получить на сайте http://bishkek.usembassy.gov/3.html

После того, как заявления будут сданы в Посольство, отобранным конкурсантам будет назначено время для прохождения собеседования. Собеседование будет проводиться специалистом Программы стипендий Кокрана в начале сентября 2009 года.

Международные поездки

Расходы участников, включая стоимость авиабилетов, оплату за питание и проживание, берет на себя программа стипендий Кокрана.

Получение дополнительной информации

За дополнительной информацией обращайтесь по телефону 0 312 55-12-41, доп. 4411 или по электронному адресу: shaiykovzm@state.gov.

2. DIGNITY INTERNATIONAL 8TH ANNUAL GLOBAL LINKING & LEARNING PROGRAMME - HUMAN RIGHTS BASED DEVELOPMENT

Deadline: Monday 31 August 2009

Dates: From 1-10 December 2009

Organised by: Dignity International in collaboration with European Anti Poverty Network

Application Deadline: Monday 31 August 2009

WHAT? 8th Annual Global Linking & Learning Programme on Human Rights Based Development

WHEN? 1-10 December 2009

WHERE? Netherlands

WHO? - Organisers: Dignity International (http://www.dignityinternational.org) in partnership with European Anti Poverty Network (http://www.eapn.org)

WHY? Human Rights Based Development - Human rights provide a moral, authoritative and a legal framework to tackle root causes of poverty – the deep rooted structures of discrimination – the global processes of impoverishment. A human rights framework has the ‘potential´ to deal with not only legal justice, the primary preoccupation of traditional human rights organisations, but also economic and social justice which is central to development work.

Realising this potential, many development actors – development organisations, donors and governments are now actively integrating human rights into development planning. National governments are seeking to integrate human rights in poverty reduction strategies and increasing numbers of community based organisations are advocating for their basic human rights.

A human rights framework offers distinctive strengths and specific tools for development work. A human rights framework makes the human individual the owner of human rights and puts the human person at the centre of the development process. People are not viewed as passive subjects, but able to participate in, actively contribute to and enjoy development. Basic human needs to live life in dignity (adequate housing, adequate levels of nutrition, access to education, access to healthcare, to livelihoods and employment opportunities) are no longer seen as demands for charity but as basic human rights to which everyone is entitled. This fundamental shift from charity/service delivery to human rights moves the poorest in our societies from a position of vulnerability to a position of strength, and therefore from a position of powerlessness to a position where they are empowered.

ANNUAL GLOBAL LINKING & LEARNING PROGRAMME

For the eigth consecutive year, Dignity is proud to invite applications to the Annual Global Linking and Learning Programme. This programme will build on the successes of the previous learning programmes on “Human Rights Based Development”, and on “Economic Social and Cultural Rights” organised by Dignity International with a range of national, regional and international partners. One key feature of the programme will be a field visit to expose participants to see, hear, smell, taste, touch and feel for themselves the struggles of rural and urban communities. Human rights struggles are not theoretical or paper struggles but real struggles of real people affecting real lives.

PROGRAMME CONTENTS

The Programme will take participants on a ten day intensive – enjoyable - learning journey that will equip the participants with knowledge of the key elements of human rights based development, and enhance skills for its practical application. Participants will see the unity between human rights and development and become more committed to the work ahead to achieve the unified human rights and development vision of human dignity for all.

After the programme, participants will:

1. Understand and apply the key elements of human rights based development. More specifically participants will be able to:
  • link specific development issues to international human rights;
  • understand the nature of human rights obligations of state and non state actors and be able to apply the knowledge gained to enhance human rights advocacy;
  • understand the importance of “accountability”, transparency and the right to information in human rights and be able to use accountability and redress mechanisms at different levels;
  • understand the fundamental principle of “non-discrimination” and how human rights can help tackle deep rooted structures of discrimination that perpetuate humiliation and poverty;
  • understand and appreciate “participation” as a human right and that realisation of human rights requires participation
  • additionally, participants will be able to develop new ideas and skills to encourage meaningful participation of struggling communities in development work;
  • understand how human rights empower – steps that can be taken to encourage grassroots “empowerment”.
2. Understand and critically reflect on the deeply entrenched global processes of impoverishment as well as reflect and challenge present modes of campaigning.
3. Understand the difference between human rights and non human rights strategies and improve on/transform existing development strategies into human rights strategies.
4. Understand and apply human rights based development into the different stages of the programming cycle.
5. Put all the learning into practice through intensive group work on a real case study.
6. Develop strong solidarity with the communities visited as well as solidarity and friendship at a global level with other participants of the programme.
7. Increase commitment to human rights in professional work and in personal lives.

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

Development actors from grassroots, national and international development NGOs that are beginning to integrate human rights in development work are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be in key positions within their organisations and with solid experience and responsibility in a range of areas, including programming, community organizing, advocacy and campaigning. Priority will be given to potential “multipliers”. All applicants must be committed to attend the full duration of the programme and be able to work and communicate in English.

20-25 participants who meet the above criteria will be chosen to participate. Programme organisers will take into account gender, and geographical balance as well as representation from diverse social backgrounds, diverse disciplines and covering a range development issues (education, food sovereignty, HIV/AIDS, etc). Dignity also reserves the right to invite some participants to the programme.

PROGRAMME METHODOLOGY
Dignity’s learning programmes are designed as a process of mutual learning, with the participants’ experience and realities as the starting point of the learning process. Active participation and in-depth reflection – individually, in groups and in plenary are the keys to the success of the programme.
The process is based on informal education and learner-centred methodologies. Therefore, the programme will be a mutual learning situation where participants can compare their approaches and concerns in a safe, intercultural context. The use of experiential methods and case studies strengthens the practical side of the programme.

FACILITATING TEAM
The facilitating team for this programme is composed of experienced facilitators with development and human rights experience at grassroots and international levels, and who possess the necessary and creative skills to facilitate an enjoyable learning process. It should be expected that the team will reflect gender balance and the cultural, political and geographical diversity.

PROGRAMME DATES & VENUE

The programme is a residential one. Selected participants are expected to arrive in the Netherlands 30 November and depart on 11 December 2009.

WORKING LANGUAGE: The programme will be conducted in English.

FINANCIAL & PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

All selected participants are requested to cover their own travel, board, lodging and other incidental expenses.

Participation Costs - The organisers will charge a participation fee of 1500 Euros. This amount will be paid to the organisers at the start of the programme. This amount will cover programme materials, hotel accommodation for 11 days, all meals and coffee breaks during the programme dates and programme related local transport. The amount does not cover incidental expenses (phone, laundry etc).

Scholarships - Please note that no one will be excluded for financial reasons and that limited scholarships will be available for those with no alternative financial means to participate especially those from the developing countries or from grassroots development organisations.

Types of scholarships:

Category A: Participation Cost Waiver (to waive the participation cost of 1500 Euros)
Category B: Full scholarship – Participation Cost waiver + 80% of the cheapest available economy class plane ticket

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form and send it to Dignity International with a valid signature and a stamp from your organisation, community or group in support of your application. Twenty to twenty five participants will be selected on the basis of the profile and the overall criteria outline above. Candidates will be informed about their application by the first week of November. The organisers will, then, immediately start arrangements with the selected candidates.

Application Deadline: Monday 31 August 2009

Application Form - http://www.dignityinternational.org/dg/RC/Dignitydocs/2009/HRD_applicationform.doc

PROGRAMME PARTNERS

European Anti Poverty network

The European Anti Poverty Network http://www.eapn.org (EAPN) is an independent network of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and groups involved in the fight against poverty and social exclusion in the Member States of the European Union. The membership of EAPN is involved in a variety of activities aimed at combating poverty and social exclusion including, education and training activities, service provision and activities aimed at the participation and empowerment of people experiencing poverty and social exclusion.
EAPN lobbies for the integration of the fight against poverty and social exclusion into all Community policies, ranging from Structural Funds and employment policies through to economic and monetary policies. EAPN builds alliances with relevant actors to create a stronger voice in favour of social inclusion.

Dignity International

Dignity International (http://www.dignityinternational.org) is a non-profit independent organisation, registered as a Foundation in the Netherlands, standing together and supporting people living in poverty, working with partners, and supporters worldwide to build a global family to make “all human rights for all” a reality. Dignity International is a catalyst for social change - supporting the primary change agents – people in the frontline of the human rights struggle. Dignity International believes thateveryone should live life in full dignity - free from fear and free from poverty.

In its work Dignity International:
  • Supports human rights advocacy work of the communities in the frontline of the struggle for survival – people whose basic human rights are denied;
  • Connects the different struggling communities across national borders;
  • Builds a global family for lasting social change.
DIGNITY TRACK RECORD

Dignity has a track record of offering quality and pioneering learning programmes in the past six years. In the early 2001 realizing the hunger for knowledge of human rights and how human rights (in particular economic, social and cultural rights) relate to poverty eradication, Dignity was the first organisation to partner with quality and experienced institutions to organise a learning programme at a global level on economic, social and cultural rights. The programme met with huge demand from all over the world and with huge success in terms of content, methodology and application. Encouraged by this success Dignity continued in its efforts to organise this on an annual basis as well as organising other pioneering thematic learning programmes like “Budget Analysis and ESC Rights”. In the past two years, Dignity has taken more emphasis in its learning programmes on the links between human rights and development and in particular to meet the growing demand for training on human rights based development. Again the content, methodology and process taken by Dignity have met with tremendous praise by the participants who regard the programmes as not only up scaling their knowledge and skills on human rights based development, but also transforming attitudes.

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VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:
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1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, USAID/CAR/ KYRGYZSTAN COUNTRY OFFICE, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN

ANNOUNCEMENT NO: 19/2009
OPENING DATE: 07/14/2009
CLOSING DATE: 07/28/2009
POSITION TITLE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Energy & Environment), FSN-10
WHO MAY APPLY: ALL HOST COUNTRY NATIONALS
OFFICE: USAID/CAR/Kyrgyzstan Country Office, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

MAJOR DUTIES: Under the general supervision of the USAID/CAR/KCO (Bishkek) Economic Growth Team Leader, the incumbent is responsible for full range of program/project management to support energy, environment, and resource management initiatives in Kyrgyzstan: 1) maintains effective liaison with and provides technical guidance to USAID-funded contractors and grantees; 2) monitors project performance and submits regular monitoring reports; 3) provides professional level advice and expertise to the Mission and the US Embassy on matters related to the energy sector in the Kyrgyz Republic; 4) conducts independent research, analyzes and interprets developments in a specified project area; 5) recommends adjustments to existing assigned portfolio, and management of activities of contractors and grantees; 6) monitors host government and other donor activities in assigned areas in the Kyrgyz Republic; 7) assists in developing proposed new scopes of work for new activities in the assigned area; 8) liaisons with host country government, public and private sector officials in areas related to assigned through participation in meetings, seminars, receptions and similar types of activities; 9) represents USAID in donor and other meetings and ensures follow-up actions are taken and tracked; 10) other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/SELECTION CRITERIA:
  • Education, skills and experience (55%): Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, International Relations, Economics or a relevant field. Minimum three years of professional experience demonstrating increasing responsibility for managing, analyzing, coordinating, and guiding significant analytical and/or project management efforts; including minimum two years of professional experience related to the energy, environment, resource management sector. Previous project management work with international organizations is preferred. In-depth knowledge and understanding of economic, political, social, and cultural characteristics of Central Asia and Kyrgyzstan; and in particular development prospects, potential, priorities, and resources in the energy, environment, and/or natural resources sectors. Thorough knowledge of economics development principles and theory, and specifics of energy sector management and environmental aspects. Strong research and analytical skills, innovative thinking and ability to organize/present complex technical and financial information in concise written and oral form. Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc).
  • Teamwork/Interpersonal and Communication Skills (25%): Good judgment, personal initiative and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral), and ability to work with others in a collegial and effective fashion.
  • Language skills (20%): Fluent (Level IV) English and Russian. Working knowledge (Level III) of Kyrgyz language is desired.
TO APPLY

The successful applicant must fully meet the minimum qualification requirements.

Qualified individuals are requested to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae addressing each selection criterion detailed above with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item; and names, contact numbers, and addresses of three professional references. Candidates for trainee levels and applications on file may be considered.

Packages should be received at the USAID/CAR/Bishkek office located 171 Mira Ave, Bishkek 720016, Kyrgyzstan; Tel: 10-996-312-551-241/42-47; Fax: 10-996-517-777-203 or at the Management Services (MS) USAID/CAR, 41, Kazibek Bi St., Almaty 050010, Kazakhstan; Tel: (7-727) 2507612/17; Fax: (7-727) 2507634/35/36; E-mail: per.almaty@usaid.gov by COB Tuesday, July 28, 2009. A copy of the Position Description is available in the USAID/CAR Bishkek Office or MS Office in Almaty.

USAID/CAR reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant's past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. If an applicant does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for a reference check, this should be stated in the applicant’s cover letter, and USAID will delay such reference check pending communication with the applicant.

2. PROJECT ASSISTANT VACANCY FOR SRC’ VISITING RESEARCH FELLOW, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ASIA

Title of the project: "Effects of local governance reforms on accountability and voice in rural Kyrgyzstan. Is the rural administration accountable to its clients?"

What are the effects of formal governance reforms on accountability and voice of local policy makers in rural Kyrgyzstan? Did decentralization effectively impact accountability of rural administrations to its clients?

In order to understand the reality of decentralization in Kyrgyzstan, Humboldt-University of Berlin in cooperation with the Kyrgyz National Academy of Science supported by the American University of Central Asia, carries out a research project. We study how the decentralization process in Kyrgyzstan impacts rural citizens’ voice as well as the accountability of policy makers at municipality level.
Specifically, we investigate (a) which legal, political, professional and bureaucratic accountability mechanisms are in effect in rural Kyrgyzstan, and (b) how accountability impacts local decision making processes with respect to rules for publicly provided agricultural services.

For translation of qualitative interviews we are looking for a full time research assistant for a period from July, 25 2009 – October, 25 2009.

The main tasks are:
  • Translation of in-depth interviews with policy makers, farmers and NGO staff which might take up to several hours
  • Typewriting of interviews
  • Scheduling of interview appointments and organization of field trips
The ideal candidate is fluent in English (or German), Russian and Kyrgyz.

In addition he or she is
  • proficient in using Microsoft Word and fluent in typing
  • able to organize appointments with interviewees, coordinate travelling and accommodation
  • able to adapt to rural live under simple conditions for several periods of field work up to three weeks each
  • interested in qualitative research methods
  • interested in sociology, political science, law or ethnology
  • familiar with agriculture and the lifestyle in rural areas in Kyrgyzstan
The work schedule will be discussed at interview of selected candidates.

If you are interested in the position, please send a short letter of interest (including salary expectations) and a CV by e-mail until July 17, 2009 6pm to Ainura Asamidinova and Wibke Crewett.

Ainura Asamidinova
Project Coordinator SRC
AUCA Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
(asamidinova_a@mail.auca.kg)

Wibke Crewett
Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
Department of Agricultural Economics and Social Sciences
(crewettw@agrar.hu-berlin.de)

3. ЗАО «MGN GROUP» ОБЪЯВЛЯЕТ КОНКУРС НА ЗАМЕЩЕНИЕ ВАКАНСИЙ

I. «Управляющий операционными вопросами»

Квалификационные требования:
  • Высшее образование в области экономики, финансов, маркетинга
  • Опыт координации работы не менее 2-х лет
  • Сильные организационные/управленческие способности
  • Умение выполнять задание в сжатые сроки
  • Отличные навыки межличностного общения и обслуживания клиентов
  • Свободное владение английским языком является преимуществом
Основные обязанности:
  • Руководство и координация деятельности структурных подразделений компании: юридический отдел, Бухгалтерия, Управление человеческими ресурсами, административный отдел
  • Организация эффективных бизнес процессов
  • Внедрение института Project Management в компании
  • Дополнительные обязанности:
  • Участие в развитии корпоративной стратегии компании
  • Участие в специальных проектах компании
  • Участие в разработке перспективных продуктов компании
Режим работы: ненормированный

II. «Офис - менеджер»

Квалификационные требования:
  • Высшее образование
  • Опыт не менее 1 года на аналогичной должности
  • Знание делопроизводства
Основные обязанности:
  • документационное обеспечение управления:
  • приём документов и личных заявлений на подпись Генерального директора Компании;
  • работа с приказами, распоряжениями: подготовка проекта, оформление, подписание, согласование, ознакомление сотрудников Компании, регистрация, учёт, хранение, формирование дел;
  • работа с входящей корреспонденцией (письма, факсимильные сообщения): приём, регистрация, передача адресату, учёт, хранение;
  • работа с исходящей корреспонденцией (письма, факсимильные сообщения): регистрация, передача, учёт, хранение;
  • выполнение копировально-множительных работ;
  • подготовка проектов писем, запросов и других документов, касающихся деятельности Компании в целом;
  • печать служебных материалов, введение информации в банк данных;
  • формирование дел в соответствии с утверждённой номенклатурой, обеспечение их сохранности и сдача в архив.
  • Приём телефонных звонков и, в случае необходимости, перевод их на тех сотрудников, которым они предназначаются. Фиксирование полученной по телефону для Генерального директора информации в его отсутствие и доведение её содержания до его сведения.
  • Приём телефонных звонков и, в случае необходимости, перевод их на тех сотрудников, которым они предназначаются. Фиксирование полученной по телефону для Генерального директора информации в его отсутствие и доведение её содержания до его сведения.
  • Организация встречи посетителей и гостей Компании.
  • Координирует и контролирует работу: - водителя: (приём заявок на машину и разработка график использования автотранспорта Компании); - уборщицы.
Режим работы: ненормированный

Заявки отправлять на E-mail: Maksat.Korooluev@mgncapital.com или по адресу: Бульвар Эркиндик, 39 а, 4 этаж.

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