Issue 475

Здравствуйте, дорогие получатели рассылки!

Предлагаем Вам 475-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 более 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.

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Сообщения, отправленные напрямую на электронный адрес рассылки, блокируются.

Сегодня 13 ноября 2013 г. В этом выпуске:

1) ANNOUNCEMENTS/ ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ

1.       СТИПЕНДИИ ESCA, ЕВРОПЕЙСКАЯ ШКОЛА В ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ АЗИИ. ПОСЛЕДНИЙ СРОК ПРИЕМА ЗАЯВОК: 29 НОЯБРЯ 2013 Г.

2.       MA SCHOLARSHIP IN POLITICS & SECURITY, OSCE ACADEMY, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: APRIL 5, 2014

2) VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

1.       VACANCY: PROGRAM ASSISTANT, OSCE, OSH, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2013

2.       VACANCY: АДМИНИСТРАТИВНО-ФИНАНСОВЫЙ МЕНЕДЖЕР, SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND, БИШКЕК, КЫРГЫЗСТАН. ПОСЛЕДНИЙ СРОК ПРИЕМА РЕЗЮМЕ: 22 НОЯБРЯ 2013 Г.

3.       VACANCY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, UN WFP, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 22, 2013

4.       VACANCY: EDITOR OF UNICEF KYRGYZSTAN CO ANNUAL REPORT, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 18, 2013

5.       VACANCY: HUMAN RIGHTS ADVISOR / CONSULTANT, OSCE, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2013

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЯ

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1.       СТИПЕНДИИ ESCA, ЕВРОПЕЙСКАЯ ШКОЛА В ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ АЗИИ. ПОСЛЕДНИЙ СРОК ПРИЕМА ЗАЯВОК: 29 НОЯБРЯ 2013 Г.

ESCA объявляет набор на стипендиальные места, которые будут присуждены детям граждан Кыргызской Республики на получение среднего школьного образования с 13 лет до 17/18 лет, учитывая, что ребенок и родители соответствуют условиям и правилам стипендиальной программы ESCA.

Цели стипендии

1.       Предоставить образование международного стандарта на английском языке талантливым детям, чьи родители сами не в силах покрыть оплату за обучение в ESCA.

2.       Развить потенциальных лидеров среди местных жителей.

3.       Поддерживать тесные отношения между кыргызскими и иностранными детьми для улучшения социального взаимодействия и взаимопонимания.

4.       Предоставить возможность местным детям получить образование на английском языке и получить опыт обучения в Европейском стиле, чтобы в дальнейшем иметь возможность продолжить обучение в международных школах, колледжах и университетах.

ТРЕБОВАНИЯ К ЗАЯВИТЕЛЯМ

1.       Заявители должны быть гражданами или легальными резидентами Кыргызской Республики. 

2.       Заявители должны быть в возрасте 13 лет к 1 сентября 2013 г.

3.       Заявители должны иметь хорошие знания английского языка и быть в состоянии учиться на английском языке и следовать учебной программе Международных Экзаменов Кембриджа.

4.       Заявители должны пройти вступительные экзамены на английском языке по математике, естественным наукам и английскому языку.

5.       Родители заявителей должны предоставить свидетельство того, что они не могут покрыть настоящую оплату за обучение сами, включая свидетельство того, что их ежемесячный доход не превышает 3000 долларов США.

Заявки представить до17.00 пятницы 29 ноября 2013

Подробная информация  и форма анкеты – на сайте: http://www.esca.kg/admissions/scholarships/

Пожалуйста, свяжитесь с Мирзат Осмоновой по +996 312 21 44 06 или напишите на admissions@esca.kg если у Вас возникли вопросы.

2.       MA SCHOLARSHIP IN POLITICS & SECURITY, OSCE ACADEMY, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: APRIL 5, 2014

The OSCE Academy in Bishkek is inviting applications for the Master of Arts in Politics and Security Programme 2014-2015. The Programme offers advanced courses in political science, international relations and a range of applied disciplines in comprehensive security and conflict prevention and resolution with a focus on Central Asia. Applicants of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan can apply for this Masters scholarship. Funding covers airfare, monthly stipend, housing allowance, health insurance, child allowance and single parent support. Application deadline is 5 April, 2014.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded for the Master of Arts in Politics and Security Programme. The Programme offers advanced courses in political science, international relations and a range of applied disciplines in comprehensive security and conflict prevention and resolution with a focus on Central Asia.

Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing Masters- MA degree level at OSCE Academy in Bishkek.

Scholarship Provider: The OSCE Academy in Bishkek a number of OSCE participating states and partner institutions.

Scholarship can be taken at: Kyrgyzstan

Eligibility: -Applicants must meet the following admission criteria:

·          Successful completion of an academic degree of higher education (BA, MA, MSc, Diploma) in Political Science and other related fields, or enrollment in the final year of an undergraduate degree excellent knowledge of English.

·          Applicants should be not be older than 32 on 1 September 2014 Citizenship of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan.

·          Applicants from other OSCE participating states can be accepted for the programme, but on a limited basis only.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Students of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The OSCE Academy in Bishkek is now accepting applications for the Master of Arts in Politics and Security Programme 2014-2015. The Programme offers advanced courses in political science, international relations and a range of applied disciplines in comprehensive security and conflict prevention and resolution with a focus on Central Asia. The MA programme is supported by the OSCE and a number of OSCE participating states and partner institutions. The coursework starts on 1 September 2014 and finishes on 30 September 2015.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): The coursework starts on 1 September 2014 and finishes on 30 September 2015.

What does it cover? The OSCE Academy in Bishkek covers: Round trip travel expenses within Central Asia Monthly stipend of EUR 180 per month Housing allowance of EUR 95 for non-residents of Bishkek Health insurance (Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are not eligible for insurance) Child allowance of EUR 15 per child and single parent support (Medical insurance, transportation and visa costs are NOT provided for spouses and children).

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Please note that due to large number of applications, the Academy will contact shortlisted applicants only.

How to Apply:

Submitting an application to the MA in Politics and Security programme requires the following:

·          Completed Application Form. The form can be downloaded from the website. It is also circulated together with the Call for Applications. All the fields of the Application Form must be completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

·          Scanned copies of previous degree certificates/diplomas and transcripts. If the documents are in languages other than English or Russian, a certified translation into English or Russian is required. The documents are accepted in scanned version at master@osce-academy.net

·          Download the application form

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 5 April, 2014.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Scholarship Tags: 2014, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Political Science, Scholarship, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Read more: 2014/15 Masters Scholarship in Politics and Security, Kyrgyzstan : 2013 2014 Scholarship Positions

http://scholarship-positions.com

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VACANCIES / ВАКАНСИИ:

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1.       VACANCY: PROGRAM ASSISTANT, OSCE, OSH, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Background:

The position is assigned to the Community Security Initiative project in Kyrgyzstan (CSI) - ExB project - with its HQ in Bishkek and CSI Teams deployed in Batken-Osh, Chuy, Jalal-Abad Provinces and Osh City to liaise between CSI Teams and local Communities for better integration and improvement of CSI actions into the daily life of communities and practice of local police.

The duty station for current position is Osh.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

·          Provide recommendations for CSI Teams on issues related to peace building and community development, building of  confidence for conflict prevention and development of appropriate responses for CSI;

·          Maintain regular communication with the managers of the District Community Safety Working Groups, CommunityCrime Prevention Centers, local agencies, NGOs to support the CSI activities;

·          Assist CSI International Members in peace- and confidence-promoting activities such as: designing dialogue processes between the police and the public, facilitating local multi-stakeholder processes, and building/enhancing skills for reconciliation processes; support the capacities of networks of mediators and facilitators at local levels; strengthen women’s initiatives and groups in peace processes; undertake/support confidence-building measures; and other intergroup processes, as required;

·          Assist in implementation of specific, targeted initiatives, as requested by local counterparts, such as building dialogue between and among different ethnic communities, and development of conflict-sensitive reporting by media, and other conflict-sensitive governance initiatives, etc.;

·          Liaise with local community leaders to observe the security situation and promote CSI activities, related to reduction of inter- ethnic tensions, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms;

·          Perform other related duties, to include for example language assistance, as requested.

Necessary Qualifications:

Education:

·          Secondary education supplemented by formal training in social science, multicultural communication and/or peace/confidence building.

Experience:

·          At least 4 years of work experience in the environment of peace/confidence building and interethnic communication.

·          Familiarity with local particularities of multicultural communications and coexistences.

·          Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft packages.

·          Languages:

·          Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Russian and in the local languages of Kyrgyz or Uzbek.

Other:

·          Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds. Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities.

Remuneration Package:

·          Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 660.58 Euro/month. Social benefits will include participation in the OSCE Provident Fund.

·          Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale. At the discretion of the appointing authority a higher step may be approved up to a maximum of step 3 subject to specific conditions.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under

http://www.osce.org/employment

Online applications submission deadline is on 15 November 2013, 18:00.

Please, note that this vacancy is open for competition amongst both local and foreign citizens.

The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Femalecandidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please, note that in the event of invitation for interview, the OSCE is unable to reimburse costs incurred.

2.       VACANCY: АДМИНИСТРАТИВНО-ФИНАНСОВЫЙ МЕНЕДЖЕР, SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND, БИШКЕК, КЫРГЫЗСТАН. ПОСЛЕДНИЙ СРОК ПРИЕМА РЕЗЮМЕ: 22 НОЯБРЯ 2013 Г.

Search for Сommon Ground в Кыргызской Республике объявляет конкурс на вакансию: административно-финансовый менеджер

Подотчетен страновому директору и несет ответственность за эффективный учет и контроль, финансовый менеджмент, разработку бюджетов и прогнозов, управление субгрантами и контрактами в соответствии с внутренними, национальными и международными требованиями доноров

Подробную информацию о вакансии можно найти по ссылке: http://employment.sfcg.org/jobs/finance-and-administrative-manager/

Резюме и сопроводительное письмо на английском языке не позднее 17 часов 22 ноября 2013 г. отправить по e-mail: sfcg.kg.vacancies@gmail.com

3.       VACANCY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, UN WFP, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Accountabilities: Within delegated authority, Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

·          Extract and input data from various sources in administrative, human resource, procurement and other WFP corporate systems;

·          Extract, input, review for accuracy and file data from various sources;

·          Maintain a selected number of administrative control records, such as for commitments and expenditures, travel, insurance, procurement and other;

·          Initiate and process administrative actions such as those found in human resources, travel, procurement, disbursement;

·          Monitor status of expenditures and allotments through WFP corporate systems, record variations, update budget tables and consolidate data;

·          Review status of relevant expenditures and compare with approved budget; Assist in preparation of budget performance submissions;

·          Review supporting documentation, verify claims for action and conformance with administrative rules and regulations and liaise with other offices as appropriate;

·          Make computations, calculations and estimates and prepare various reports or periodic reports including tables, charts, statistics by providing basic analysis as requested;

·          Respond to queries from a variety of sources by providing information, advice and guidance on rules and regulations related to area of work or direct to the most appropriate source;

·          Receive telephone calls and refer them to the appropriate source or reply personally to simple queries when possible;

·          Draft moderately complex correspondence related to the area of responsibility;

·          Design and update charts and tables utilizing graphic tools, design hard copy and computer resident forms; initiate, update and track computer assisted processing of administrative actions;

·          Assist with day-to-day administration of contracts with external contractors; check contractors’ invoices against the goods and services provided and process payments;

·          Search for, retrieve, compile, assemble and archive a variety of statistical data from computer files, records, reports or from other sources for internal/external use; Provide analysis as requested;

·          Make travel arrangements in line with administrative rules and procedures;

·          Provide information related to the above functions and exchange a variety of statistical information;

·          Coordinate and/or arrange meetings such as workshops and seminars;

·          Coordinate extensively with service units and liaise frequently with staff both at the duty station and outside the duty station of assignment;

·          Set up, classify and maintain files;

·          Initiate and modify automated transactions;

·          Perform other related duties as required.

Expected Results:

With initiative and judgement produces organised, quality technical and specialized work with well documented records and with well analysed data; Demonstrated responsibility for completion of specialized complex processes and activities requiring some interpretation of rules and practices; Recommends an appropriate course of action to staff at various levels within assigned function; Responsibility is taken for completion of processes and delivery of consistent service. Unforeseen situations are addressed by seeking advice and guidance from supervisor, as necessary. Work is integrated with other specialists or entities; May assign work to staff in lower grades.

Critical Success Factors:

Ability to obtain or give factual information of a non-routine nature involving interpretation of facts and requiring clarity of expression. Ability to train other staff regarding relevant work responsibilities. Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate assignments to achieve consistency in service delivery and common goals. Ability to maintain relationships and perform as a reliable service provider or partner; Ability to analyze and recommend a course of action to staff at various levels. Ability to prioritize own work and assign work to other staff in lower grades.

Education:

Completion of secondary school education.

Experience:

At least four years of progressively responsible work experience, including at least two years in administrative services, preferably with an international organisation.

Knowledge:

Training and/or experience utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other WFP standard software packages and systems. General knowledge of UN system administrative policies, rules, regulations and procedures in the area of administration.

Language:

Fluency in English and Russian, knowledge of Kyrgyz is an asset.

Desirable skills:

Formal training in administration and/or accounting. Working experience in the area of office administration, finance, human resources, transport, procurement and travel.

Background               

All interested candidates must send their P.11, CV, a cover letter in English and at least 3 references with indication of position title to wfp.bishkek@wfp.org by 17:00, 22 November 2013. Applications without P.11 form will not be considered. Only suitable candidates will be invited for interview.

“Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply”

The form P.11 can be downloaded from http://un.org.kg/en/work-with-un/article/84-vacancy/6015-administrative-assistant

4.       VACANCY: EDITOR OF UNICEF KYRGYZSTAN CO ANNUAL REPORT, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Objective/purpose of the consultancy

To support annual review and reporting processes with a focus on Equity approach and to provide quality proof-reading and editing of the Country Office Annual Report-2013

Background

It is a must for the CO to prepare the Annual Report at the end of each year.  The overall purposes of the Country Office Annual Report (COAR) are: to sharpen the analysis by the Country Office of performance in order to improve programme quality; to improve programme implementation and management; to provide input to organization-wide reporting on results for children and women from UNICEF cooperation in the framework of the MTSP; and to contribute to organizational learning.  Annual review and reporting should draw on the different components of the Monitoring Results with Equity System (MoRES) within a Human Rights Based Approach to Programming framework to structure the analysis, determine strategy and guide work planning decisions

To ensure the highest quality of the final COAR-2013 the Country office seeks for qualified consultancy services in coordinating the compilation of programme inputs, proof-reading, editing and developing a public version of the report.

Work Assignment:

Under general supervision of the Research M&E Officer, Contractor is expected to provide the following services:

·          Review the guidelines on annual review and reporting processes;

·          Following the annual report template consolidate inputs from each section/unit

·          Review and edit the final version of the Annual Report-2013.

Deliverables:

·          Public version of the Annual Report-2013

·          Final report on provided services

·          Background

Qualification or specialized knowledge/experience

·          A minimum of 3 years of experience in international development, with specific focus on strategic planning, RBM, and communications.

·          Ability to think analytically, synthesize and clearly present complex processes and issues to heterogeneous audiences.

·          Excellent writing skills in English - ability to write in a structured and concise manner.

·          Knowledge of the UN system guidelines and methodologies is an advantage.

·          Knowledge of the socio-cultural and economic context of Kyrgyzstan, including the June 2010 inter-ethnic conflict and other key stress factors.

·          Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Duration of contract:

The estimated duration of the work is about 8 weeks.  The work will be conducted within the framework of the individual contract between the UNICEF and Contractor upon agreement of the Terms of Reference and budget. This contract does not allow payment of off-hours, medical insurances, taxes, sick leave.

Contact information 

Qualified candidates are requested to email the following documents to ausubalieva@unicef.org by 18 November 2013 with the subject line "Editor of UNICEF Kyrgyzstan CO Annual Report"

·          P11, Cover letter with references to relevant experience and qualifications;

·          Proposed rates for the above-mentioned consultancy.

Form P.11 and supporting documents can be found at http://un.org.kg/en/work-with-un/article/84-vacancy/6021-editor-of-unicef-kyrgyzstan-co-annual-report

6.       VACANCY: HUMAN RIGHTS ADVISOR / CONSULTANT, OSCE, BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Background:

On 22 July 2010 the participating States authorized the deployment of an OSCE Police Advisory Group (PC.DEC/947) in response to the violent inter-ethnic clashes in Osh and Jalal-Abad provinces between 10-16 June, and the subsequent request for assistance by the Kyrgyz Republic (PC.DEL/791).

After extensive discussions with the host country, a revised modus operandi, known as the Community Security Initiative (CSI) was agreed upon and endorsed in PC.DEC/961 on 18 November. The CSI project builds on the original concept of the ‘OSCE Police Advisory Group to Kyrgyzstan’ project, as a response to needs in the area of human rights, community-police relations and multi-ethnic policing. It places a strong emphasis on local ownership, joint steering and capacity building in areas considered most critical for a positive role of the Kyrgyzstan police in the stabilisation process.

The main objective of the Community Security Initiative is to support the Kyrgyzstan police in addressing the specific security situation after the June 2010 events. It is contributing to the professionalism of the Kyrgyzstan police in providing human security for all members and communities of Kyrgyzstan’s population, irrespective of ethnicity, whilst at the same time contributing to the wider, national police reform programme.

The CSI Project is envisaged to run until 31 December 2015, subject to extension and pending funding availability.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

·          Under the overall supervision of the Head \ Deputy Head of the Community Security Initiative (CSI) Project, direct supervision of CSI International Human Rights Advisor and in close cooperation with CSI police advisor to CPTC,   the local Consultant/Human Rights Adviser of the CSI Project:

·          Supports the Kyrgyzstan police in the assessment, monitoring and training with respect to the application of international human rights standards in policing;

·          Support the CSI police advisor in development and implementation of human rights related trainings with local police and civil counterparts.

·          Writes reports on human rights practices and submits these to the Kyrgyzstan police and the Head of the CSI Project;

·          Assists the Kyrgyzstan police in the setting up of an efficient mechanism in dealing with human rights violations;

·          Performs specific monitoring tasks in relation to community rights, property rights, discrimination issues and other human rights concerns, as directed;

·          Assists and co-ordinates the implementation of CSI projects in terms of human rights in the field;

·          Co-ordinates and communicates activities and interests of NGO's and OSCE/Human Dimension and other international organisations with CSI staff members to ensure maximizing the efforts in Human Rights;

·          Performs other duties as assigned.

·          The duration of the contract is up to three months.

Necessary Qualifications:

Education:

·          University degree in Law, Human rights, Public Policy, Political Science or other human rights related fields.

Experience:

·          Minimum of five years of working experience in the related field of activities

·          Experience of work with NGOs and different Government institutions and organizations

·          Demonstrable organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills

·          Experience in drafting reports

Languages:

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Russian and in the local languages.

Other:

·          Good knowledge of Human Rights related issues. Comprehension of  the situation with human rights development in the field of CSI activities. Abilities to develop and implement trainings, other necessary activities in the field of human rights support

·          Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment  

Online applications submission deadline is on 15 November 2013, 18:00.

Please, note that this vacancy is open for competition amongst nationals of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please, note that in the event of invitation for interview, the OSCE is unable to reimburse costs incurred.

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