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The 2024 Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Graduate Management Trainee Program

 

MTN Global Graduate Development Programme, Nigeria 2024

Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2024 for Business Journalists

 

The real and longest existing award scheme of its kind is the 9th edition of the pan-African (Re)Insurance Journalism Awards invites entries from across continent to be submitted in English, French or Arabic between November 14th, 2023 and February 15th, 2024.

 

The awards are extension of Continental Reinsurance’s continued commitment to the advancement of excellence in the industry. They pay tribute to an industry that has in countless cases helped individuals and businesses to recover from injury and loss.

 

Since its launch in 2015 the awards have been recognising the outstanding work of journalists on re/insurance from across the continent.

 

 

 

Personal details

 

Include your name, media organisation, the publishing/broadcasting date, a brief profile together with details on your experience (50 – 100) and a photo.

 

 

Selection Process

 

An international judging panel comprising industry experts and academics in journalism will review and select the winner entries.

 

The judging panel will evaluate all submitted material according to the quality of information and how it contributes to creating a better understanding of the benefits insurance can deliver to individuals, communities and societies at large.

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2024 ICANN community Fellowship Program

 

About the program

The 2024 ICANN Fellowship Program is to strengthen the diversity of the multistakeholder model by fostering opportunities for individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities to be active participants in the ICANN community.

Fellows are exposed to the workings of the ICANN community, are assigned a mentor, and receives training across different areas of knowledge and skill building before, during, and after an ICANN Public Meeting. Travel assistance to attend the meeting will be provided.

Fellowship participants come from a variety of backgrounds. Check out program participants and statistics for more information.

Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates from all regions and sectors are welcome to apply to the ICANN Fellowship Program.

Participants must:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be interested in, or already engaged in, the various components of ICANN's work in policy building, the operation of the Domain Name System and the security and stability of the global Internet
• Complete mandatory ICANN Learn course(s); learn more here
• NOT be involved in or associated with other ICANN supported travel programs at time of selection
• Policy Forum applicants must have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship
• Have previously received no more than two fellowships; second and third time fellows must prove their involvement and engagement in one of the ICANN communities (learn more here) 

Returning fellows would be considered for the Tarek Kamel Fellowship Recognition. The award recognizes outstanding contributions of fellows in furthering ICANN's capacity development efforts in their respective regions. Learn more here.

A selected Fellow, who lives or works in African region with technical background will be considered for Paul Muchene Fellow Award. The Paul Muchene Fellow Award is a tribute to Paul Muchene, an ICANN Fellowship Program participant and ICANN organization staff member who passed away in August 2022. To learn more here.

For more information, please see the program's Terms & Conditions and Selection Criteria.

Requirements

Fellowship recipients are expected to:

• Engage in Fellowship Program Mentoring processes
• Complete additional required ICANN Learn courses
• Attend the ICANN Public Meeting and required activities, including but not limited to ICANN Fellowship sessions during the ICANN Meeting
• Network and interact with program alumni and community members
• Complete the post-meeting survey

Participants are encouraged to actively contribute to the ICANN policy development processes and Fellowship alumni network upon completion of their Fellowship Program.

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The Fellowship application rounds for ICANN80 Policy Forum* and is now open. The application round would be opened till December 16, 2023 at 23:59 UTC time.

* Only those who have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship Program (Fellowship Program Alumni) are eligible to apply for a Policy Forum fellowship

If ICANN meeting is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually.

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The Ford Fund Fellowship 2024 for social Entrepreneurs and community leaders

 

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2024/2025 for Master’s degree study

Have you been looking out for MSc study opportunities that will provide full study support?

 The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)  offer a unique opportunity to study a two-year Master’s degree in a low - middle income Commonwealth state. 

It is aimed at students who are committed to change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, to broaden horizons, and build a global network that will last a lifetime.

Through the cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars brings positive changes and find solutions to the shared challenges faced – both in their home countries and those that host them. As an active part of the Commonwealth network, scholars will help shape its future.

Eligibility Requirements

•  Applicant from Commonwealth countries are welcome to apply.

Age Criteria:

 

There is no upper age limit to be eligible for a QECS Award.

• You must have attained a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent) at the undergraduate level to apply.
• You must have already completed your undergraduate degree and final year students are ineligible.
• Funds are only available for two years.
• The QECS awards are only for full-time study.

Scholarship Benefits

• Fully-funded tuition fees
• Living allowance (stipend) for duration of award
• Return economy flights to host country
• One off arrival allowance
• Research Support Grant (on request only, and subject to approval)

The following are participating Universities in 2024 QECS

• Bangladesh: University of Dhaka

• Eswatini: University of Eswatini
• Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago: The University of the West Indies
• Kenya: Technical University of Kenya
• Malaysia: Universiti Putra Malaysia, University of Malaya
• Pakistan: COMSATS University Islamabad
• Tanzania: State University of Zanzibar (SUZA)
• Uganda: Makerere University

How to apply

1. Look through the list of countries and universities hosting scholarships in this cycle.
2. Visit the relevant university website for more information on your chosen course using the links included below.
3. Complete and submit a QECS application for your chosen university/course by clicking the ‘Apply now’ button. Once you’ve clicked apply, you’ll be directed to a log in page. If you don’t already have a myACU account, click get ‘get started’ in the right hand corner of the page to start your application.
4. Submit an application to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.

For other Information and to apply;

Visit the Official Webpage of the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2024/2025

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OBAMA FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM 2024

  

The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University seeks rising leaders from the United States and around the world who meet the following criteria:

• Are emerging leaders who have made meaningful contributions to their field and are now at a “breakthrough moment” in their careers
• Have a proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country, coupled with a demonstrated commitment to return to these communities following their completion of the program and apply their enhanced training, skills, and connections on a long-term basis for the benefit of these communities
• Are fluent in English (verbal, written and spoken)
• Have the ability and inclination to positively shape the future of their community
• Have a demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, community-orientation, hope, courage, imagination, strategy, accountability, integrity and resilience

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants who have not matriculated at Columbia University. The fellowship is a full-time, residential program at Columbia and cannot be undertaken at the same time as a degree program.

For more information, see the program's About page.

Cohort Profile 

Since 2018, the Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University has welcomed:

• 70 rising leaders from 54 countries who have demonstrated a commitment to finding solutions to challenges in their communities, countries, and regions
• Scholars who were, on average, 33 years of age, with ages ranging from 26 to 45
• Emerging institutional and movement leaders addressing a range of challenges, including strengthening governance, increasing access to high-quality healthcare, environmental sustainability, and promoting women’s rights and ending gender-based violence

To learn more about our Scholars, please visit the Meet the Scholars page.

2024-2025 Application

A complete application, submitted entirely online, includes the following materials:

Complete online application form

Complete the online application form by 5 p.m. ET on December 12, 2023

Resume/curriculum vitae

The resume/curriculum vitae should be a chronological listing of your employment and academic history, and other significant activities, including any awards, publications, or other achievements․

Personal video statement

The personal video statement should be a short video (no longer than three minutes in length) introducing the applicant and their work to the selection committee. Applicants will upload their video statement to a video hosting service, like YouTube or Vimeo, and will include a link to their video in the online application. Additional information on the requirements for the personal video statement can be found in the online application.

Responses to short essay questions

The short essay questions help the selection committee understand the applicant's work, their motivation and how the program fits into their career trajectory. Applicants will submit their essay questions in the online application.

Proof of English proficiency

Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language by submitting scores from one of four exams: The internet-based or paper-based exams of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic); or the Duolingo English Test (DET). No other exams will be accepted.

This requirement is waived for applicants who:

• have completed an undergraduate degree - not a master's or graduate degree - in a country where English is an official language;

OR

• have previously taken the TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, or DET exams in the last five years and scored at or above the minimum requirement of 100 (TOEFL-IBT), 600 (TOEFL-PBT), 7.0 (IELTS), 68 (PTE Academic), or 120 (DET; 75 on the DET taken prior to July 2019). If applicants qualify for a waiver under this exception, they must upload a scanned copy of their score report to the online application to ensure their application is eligible for review. If they did not score at or above the required minimum or no longer have a copy of their old results, they must retake an English proficiency exam.

Minimum Scores

• TOEFL – Internet-Based Exam: 100
• TOEFL – Paper-Based Exam: 600
• International English Language Testing System Academic: 7
• Pearson Test of English Academic: 68
• Duolingo English Test: 120 (75 on the exam taken prior to July 2019)

Please note that while applicants who received scores below the posted minimums may still apply, applications are not guaranteed to be reviewed.

Two letters of recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required from individuals who are familiar with the applicant and the applicant's work in an academic, professional or community service setting. Recommendations should directly address the applicant's suitability for admission to the Obama Foundation Scholars program. Recommendations should not be written by family members or friends.

Scholar Benefits

• Monthly stipend to assist with living expenses in New York City

• A furnished studio apartment within walking distance of Columbia University

• All tuition and fees for up to four courses at Columbia University

• Basic medical, dental and life insurance for the duration of the program in New York City

• Air travel to and from home country and any program-related activities

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Fully Funded PhD Programs at QUB

Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.

Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.

1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Summary of PhD Program

The introduction of electrified powertrains in the bus sector has raised new challenges in achieving step changes in vehicle lightweighting. Vehicle weight has a significant impact on the energy efficiency and passenger carrying capacity of the bus vehicle, and therefore ensuring the structural weight is minimised without compromising safety is a key objective. This PhD will explore new FE based optimisation workflows that can enable the rapid design of large-scale lightweight vehicle structures. Such workflows are required to enable structural design to meet a diverse range of constraints, including strength, stiffness, durability, mass, passenger / systems packaging, manufacturability and commonality constraints. Although numerical optimisation is an integral part of the design process of single design large volume structural solutions, bespoke operator requirements with smaller production runs have to date made full numerical optimisation inappropriate for a range of vehicle structures.

Application Deadline: 15 December 2023. 

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2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering 

Summary of PhD Program

Standard solutions exist for Industry 4.0 compliant systems in production planning however, their introduction and efficient application require significant customisation to align with systems and practices that represent years of development within companies which are core to their operations. This project seeks to fill a gap in digital technologies and applications for the understanding and management of production systems in the manufacturing sector. The aim is to develop a digital operations strategy for the manufacture of materials handling equipment spanning commercial off the shelf COTS solutions and current best practice in the sector.

Application Deadline: 15 December 2023

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5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Engineering 

Summary of PhD Program:

The introduction of electrified powertrains in the bus sector has raised new challenges in achieving step changes in vehicle lightweighting. Vehicle weight has a significant impact on the energy efficiency and passenger carrying capacity of the bus vehicle, and therefore ensuring the structural weight is minimised without compromising safety is a key objective. This PhD will explore new FE based optimisation workflows that can enable the rapid design of large-scale lightweight vehicle structures. Such workflows are required to enable structural design to meet a diverse range of constraints, including strength, stiffness, durability, mass, passenger / systems packaging, manufacturability and commonality constraints.

Application Deadline: 8 December 2023

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Intern (m/f/d) "Partnering for Readiness" on the topic of climate finance

 Intern (m/f/d) "Partnering for Readiness" on the topic of climate finance

GIZ is recruiting for partnering for Readiness (PfR) supports partner countries to strategically plan climate finance and access the Green Climate Fund (GCF), improving countries’ capacities to set up structures to implement climate projects independently and reach their climate targets.

PfR acts as a collaborative knowledge hub for climate finance readiness by

• contributing to shaping the international discourse and developing innovative knowledge building concepts

• connecting countries and organizations and promoting the global transfer of knowledge and experiences

• acting as a sparring partner to the GCF, providing input and feedback, and co-creating learning platforms and knowledge products.

Your Duties

Under the guidance of a supervisor, you will contribute to tasks in the area of climate finance with a focus on the GCF and its readiness programme. You will support colleagues in their work with partner countries and in knowledge preparation and exchange on topics such as direct access modality of GCF, climate finance access of SIDS, transparency and integrity in the management of financial resources, green financial systems, and climate finance training. In doing so, you will get to know the administrative and organizational processes of GIZ's operations. During your internship, you will gain an insight into the day-to-day business of the team, participate in, plan and prepare for meetings and discussions.

Your duties during the internship will include, but are not limited to:

Accompanying the development, implementation and reporting of activities in the context of GCF Readiness

Support in researching and producing information and working materials, e. g. on GCF Board meetings, GCF Readiness Programme processes and needs and options for Readiness implementation

Information and communication management

Support with the preparation and follow-up of workshops and working meetings

Preparation of presentations or minutes

Presentation of GCF Readiness-related activities of GIZ for internal and external communication media.

    

   For more, Visit: https://jobs.giz.de/index.php?ac=jobad&id=70021&language=2