→ Apply until 12/09/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time) → Faculty of Sciences → Department WE11 - Biology → AAP temporary appointment - 100% → Number of openings: 1 → Reference number: 202204/WE11/DA/007
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 8,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.
YOUR TASKS
At least 70% of your assignment will be spent on academic research on the functional characterization of C. elegans globins.
You will assist in teaching activities at the Bachelor’s and Master’s level.
You will counsel Bachelor or Master’s students in their exercises, work placement and Master’s dissertation.
You will counsel doctoral students.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You hold a doctoral degree (Doctor of Science: Biology, or Doctor of Science: Biochemistry, or Doctor of Science: Biochemistry and Biotechnology) or a subject considered relevant by the selection committee. For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted. The degree requirements need to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.
You have already conducted research within the field of animal functional biology. Experience with working with model organisms and molecular techniques is recommended.
You have distinguished yourself as a promising researcher during your doctorate.
You are profoundly interested in coaching students in the Bachelor’s, Master’s and/or Advanced Master’s programmes.
You can present relevant scientific publications in (inter)national peer-reviewed academic journals that are widely disseminated.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
We offer you a temporary appointment of 3 years. A second appointment of up to 3 years can follow, subject to a favourable evaluation of the first term.
Even if you have already been appointed earlier (whether or not at another university and whether or not in the same field of discipline) in a first term of up to three years, you can apply.
The second appointment does not have to be immediately connected to a first term.
Your appointment will start on 1 November 2023 at the earliest.
All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits (in Dutch).
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment systembefore the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
In the field ‘Cv’: your cv and an overview of your relevant scientific publications (merged into one pdf file).
In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format.
In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted. (This can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en). For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required.
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Bart Braeckman (Bart.Braeckman@UGent.be, +32 09/264 87 44).
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read our FAQ.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Postdoctoral
→ Apply until 12/09/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time) → Faculty of Sciences → Department WE11 – Biology → AAP temporary appointment –...View more
→ Apply before 25/08/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time) → Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences → Department: PP10 - Orthopedagogiek → Occupancy rate:80% → Number of positions: 1 → Type of employment: Contract of limited duration → Term of assignment: 12 maanden → Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree) → Required diploma: PhD
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 8,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
BACKGROUND RESEARCH
Drug consumption rooms (DCRs) are public health facilities that provide a hygienic and non-judgemental environment where people who use drugs (PWUD) can consume pre-obtained drugs and under the supervision of care professionals (1). As such, they constitute a highly specialised service oriented towards harm reduction and the social reintegration of highly deprived and at-risk PWUDs (2). In the more than 35 years of DCR international existence, much evidence has been accumulated about their effects, particularly in four domains that were consistently explored. First, many studies indicated that DCRs were associated with a decrease of mortality and morbidity rates in the population of PWUDs, e.g. a decrease of overdose incidents in Vancouver (3) and Germany (1, 4), decrease of emergency visits related to opioid intoxication in Sydney (5), and lower rates of HIV positivity in frequent DCR users (6). Second, the most notable association measured was related to risky consumption behaviours, such as such as injection, syringe sharing, syringe reuse, and consumption in public places. For instance, in their meta-analysis based on studies held in Sydney and Vancouver, Potier and colleagues indicated higher adjusted odds ratios for syringe sharing in DCR users against non-users (aOR=0.30), and for less often reusing syringes for regular DCR users against non-regular users (aOR=2.04) (2, 7, 8). Third, environmental effects of DCRs on their neighbourhood were investigated, including public safety, the reduction of the drug scene, i.e. drug consumption in public places, public nuisances (e.g. the decrease of discarded material), and the decrease of local criminality. For instance, the establishment of DCRs in Vancouver, Sydney, and Barcelona were all associated with a decrease of discarded material in their surroundings (4). Fourth, the characteristics of the population of DCR users and the capacity of DCR to contribute to recovery and rehabilitation these PWUD, including access to other social and care services, was also explored (4, 8, 9).
The current study aims to evaluate these effects in the newly established drug consumpion rooms in Brussels and Liège and to assess its potential impact on addiction recovery.
YOUR TASKS
The researcher is responsible for executing work package 3 that applies a CBPR-methodology:
(WP3) Community-based participatory research with peers about recovery pathways:
This WP focuses on drug use patterns, risk behaviours, support needs and ways/places of drug administration among persons who inject use drugs (PWUD) in four major cities in Belgium: Brussels, Liège, Antwerp and Ghent. For this purpose, a Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) approach will be applied in which peers/PWUD will be trained and prepared to collect information among a very hard to reach population, namely persons who use/inject drugs in a risky way and who are not regularly in touch with drug, health and or social services. This at-risk, hard to reach population is exactly the target population of the DCRs seen in other countries. The CBPR approach offers an interesting natural case to assess and compare drug use and risk behaviours and met/unmet support needs among PWUD in these four Belgian cities, two of which are providing a DCR and two of which that do not do so. Our assumption is that all four settings are confronted with similar practices and challenges.
A hierarchical study design will be used to roll out the CBPR method, which will be coordinated and supervised by an experienced researcher from the Addiction & Recovery research group (Department of Special Needs Education) at UGent. In each city, a local coordinator will be appointed with close ties with local drug use/health care organizations and the targeted population. These coordinators will be in charge of coordinating the research at city level (recruitment, selection, planning), for supervising training and supporting community researchers and facilitating focus groups with local stakeholders. In each city, 2-4 community researchers will be selected in close collaboration with local harm reduction services (methadone substitution programmes, needle exchange points, …). The community researchers are part of the target population and will be selected based on some specific criteria (been in touch with the organisation for a long period, willing to perform this type of interviews, discrete about contacts with other PWUDs, …).These community researchers will be in direct contact with the targeted population, will conduct and record the interviews and provide the research data to the local coordinators. The community researchers are part of the target population and will be selected based on some specific criteria (been in touch with the organisation for a long period, willing to perform this type of interviews, discrete about contacts with other PWUDs, …). As the local coordinators and community researchers have good contacts with the target population, but miss methodological and research expertise, they will be prepared and trained intensively to conduct community-based research in an ethical and methodologically valid way. In each city, we aim to recruit at least 20 PWUD who are - for various reasons - at risk of not being served appropriately by available services and who (representing the diversity of PWUD in the city in terms of gender, ...), type of substance use and age.
This job vacancy is linked to a similar vacancy about the same project in department RE23.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You hold a higher university degree (PhD) in the field of Psychology and Educational Sciences or other human and social sciences
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
We offer you a contract of definite duration for 1 year at 80%
All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits (in Dutch).
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
In the field ‘CV’: your CV and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file)
In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Wouter Vanderplasschen (Wouter.Vanderplasschen@UGent.be). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read our FAQ or contact helpdesk (dpo@ugent.be - tel. 09/264 98 98)
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read our FAQ or contact helpdesk (dpo@ugent.be - tel. 09/264 98 98)
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Enseignement et recherche scientifique
→ Apply before 25/08/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time) → Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences → Department: PP10 – Orthopedagogiek → ...View more
The Materials Theory group at ETH Zurich has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate with Prof. Nicola Spaldin. The group's research interests are in the development and application of electronic structure methods for understanding and predicting novel functional materials, with a particular focus on complex oxides and materials with multiple competing or cooperating instabilities. For information about our activities please see the Materials Theory website.
Job description
The specific research project aims to i) identify order parameters for chirality, ii) explore the relationship between chiral order parameters and physical properties in chiral systems, and iii) design new chiral materials with optimized behaviors. Our main methodology will be first-principles calculations based on density functional theory, which we will use to map the evolution between achiral and ferrochiral phases, to analyze the corresponding changes in electronic structure, and to quantify chiral order and properties. The project is part of the ERC Synergy program "Hidden, entangled and resonating order", in collaboration with the groups of Gabriel Aeppli (PSI), Henrik Ronnow (EPFL) and Sasha Balatsky (Nordita), and will involve close interaction with experimental teams specializing in materials characterization and synthesis.
Your profile
Candidates should have PhD training in computational/theoretical materials physics or a related field and should be enthusiastic about using electronic structure methods to solve interesting and challenging physical problems. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the expectation of extension for a total of up to three years on mutual agreement. Salary will be commensurate with experience within the ETH salary scale.
We offer
ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits.
In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
a short (one page or less) statement of your research interests stating clearly your motivation for working on this research topic and for joining the group,
your curriculum vitae,
names and contact information of at least two recommenders.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Questions regarding the position can be directed to Prof. Nicola Spaldin at nicola.spaldin@mat.ethz.ch.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Postdoctoral
The Materials Theory group at ETH Zurich has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to collaborate with Prof. Nicola Spaldin. The group’s research interests are in the development and applicat...View more
As part of the innovative XTREME project, you will delve into the forefront of research in computer vision and photogrammetry.
This position is part of a recently EU-funded XTREME project: Mixed Reality Environment for Immersive Experience of Art and Culture. The overall objective of XTREME is to develop a human-centred and ethically developed digital and industrial mixed reality environment to experience art and music performances and concerts and to improve its social value. The project is a collaboration among 14 partners, including IT University Copenhagen and the University of Twente. You will be based in a team with outstanding academic performance (as reflected by our publications in impactful journals and conferences), a strong industrial network, and a pleasant, collaborative atmosphere. You will be working on visual scene understanding including detecting static and moving objects with multi-camera systems, developing dynamic semantic scene graphs, and developing generative AI methods for blending virtual and real scenes.
You will perform research on your topics, and collaborate with other researchers and experts in the XTREME project to contribute to the development of new techniques and approaches. You will present (both preliminary and mature) results at appropriate meetings and conferences, publish results in scientific workshops, conference proceedings, and journals, contribute to teaching on topics related to your work, and supervise and mentor involved MSc students as needed.
Your profile
An MSc degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Geoinformatics, Mathematics, or a related field
A creative mindset and strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Able to do independent research and field data collection
Experience with at least one of the fields of object detection, scene graph generation, computer vision and deep learning, and willing to delve deeper into these topics
Good communication skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English
A good team spirit
Our offer
An inspiring multidisciplinary, international and academic environment. The university offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues in which internationalization is an important part of the strategic agenda
Full-time position for 4 years
A professional and personal development programme within Twente Graduate School
Gross monthly salary of € 2,770.- in the first year that increases to € 3,539.- in the fourth year
A holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%
Excellent support for research and facilities for professional and personal development
A solid pension scheme
A total of 41 holiday days per year in case of full-time employment
Excellent working conditions, an exciting scientific environment, and a green and lively campus.
Information and application
For more information about the position or the XTREME project, you can contact Dr Ville Lehtola (e-mail: v.v.lehtola@utwente.nl), Dr Michael Yang (e-mail: michael.yang@utwente.nl) or Prof George Vosselman (e-mail: george.vosselman@utwente.nl). You are also invited to visit our homepage.
Please submit your applicationbefore 2 October 2023. Your application should include:
A motivation letter (maximum 2 pages of A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications and motivation to apply for this position
Curriculum Vitae (including contact information for at least two academic references)
An academic transcript of BSc and MSc education, including grades and a short description of your last large result (MSc thesis/final project report/EngD thesis)
1st round interviews are scheduled between 16 and 20 October 2023. A possible 2nd round interview will be scheduled when needed.
About the department
The Department of Earth Observation Science (EOS) is engaged in education, research, and capacity building on earth observation, image analysis, and geo-health. The department develops and applies methods for the extraction of large-scale geo-information from, satellite, airborne and terrestrial sensors. The expertise of the department covers spatial statistics, image analysis, machine learning, deep learning, monitoring, and data integration.
About the organisation
The Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) provides international postgraduate education, research and project services in the field of geo-information science and earth observation. Our mission is capacity development, where we apply, share and facilitate the effective use of geo-information and earth observation knowledge and tools for tackling global wicked problems. Our purpose is to enable our many partners around the world to track and trace the impact – and the shifting causes and frontiers – of today’s global challenges. Our vision is of a world in which researchers, educators, and students collaborate across disciplinary and geographic divides with governmental and non-governmental organisations, institutes, businesses, and local populations to surmount today’s complex global challenges and to contribute to sustainable, fair, and digital societies.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Doctorat
As part of the innovative XTREME project, you will delve into the forefront of research in computer vision and photogrammetry. This position is part of a recently EU-funded XTREME project: Mixed Reali...View more
Do you want to contribute to improving human health?
The Department of Clinical Science and Education Södersjukhuset (KI SÖS) has a long tradition of education at different levels including a PhD program. The research mainly deals with common diseases and injuries. The mission of the institution is to improve human health. We are now searching for a professor to be responsible for translational research in the field of diabetes with a focus on stroke.
Subject area
The research about diabetes at KI SÖS is extensive and involves everything from randomized studies to epidemiology and mechanistic research. The research group, that is part of the Internal Medicine Unit at Södersjukhuset, consists of one Professor, 2 Senior Lecturers, 5 associate professors, 8 PhDs and 5 PhD students. The research group is divided into clinical/epidemiology and translational animal research. The experimental part of diabetes research, mainly performed in small animals, has a focus to reduce neurological complications of stroke. The research is unique at Karolinska Institutet, thus we wish to strengthen this area of research with a professor.
Your mission
The future Professor will be overall responsible for experimental diabetes research at KI SÖS. The assignment will emphasize on-going research in the field of diabetes and stroke but also facilitate research about stroke in the Internal Medicine Unit in general. The professor should also be active in education in the Medical program at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and in the PhD program. One important aspect of the assignment is to develop academic leadership in experimental diabetes research.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible for employment as Professor with focus on research, the applicant must have demonstrated good pedagogical expertise and excellent scientific expertise. (See the instructions regarding the Appointment Procedure for Teachers at Karolinska Institutet).
The applicant must have experience of translational research, including appropriate animal models of stroke. The applicant must also have experience of teaching within medical programs, and supervision on different levels, including PhD and post-docs.
Assessment criteria
The Professorship has a focus on research. The assessment will weight qualifications as follows: scientific expertise (3), pedagogical expertise (2), leadership, and development and collaboration expertise (2).
For employment as Professor at Karolinska Institutet, the eligibility requirements and assessment criteria stated in the Instructions regarding the Appointment Procedure 3.1.2 are applied in relation to established profile of employment.
It is particularly meritorious that the applicant has a good track-record of attracting large research grants.
The applicant shall also have completed 10 weeks of courses on teaching in higher education (or have equivalent competence), as indicated in the recommendations of the Association of Swedish Higher Education Institution. If the person appointed for the position is lacking such education at the time of employment, the appointee must undergo such education during the first two years of employment.
After an overall assessment of the expertise and merits of the candidates, Karolinska Institutet will judge which of the candidates has the best potential to contribute to a positive development of the activities at KI.
What do we offer?
A creative and inspiring environment full of expertise and curiosity. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is a state university, which entitles to several benefits such as extended holiday and a generous occupational pension plan. Employees also have access to our modern gym for free and receive reimbursements for medical care.
Location: Södersjukhuset
Application
Your application must contain the following documents in English: a cover letter as well as a résumé and a qualifications portfolio including a description of your research plan, both presented in accordance with Karolinska Institutet’s template (http://ki.se/qualificationsportfolio). You may change or add to your application at any time up to and including the application deadline date. After the deadline, the process closes, and no amendment or addition can be made to your application.
The applications will be reviewed by external reviewers, most often both national and international. For that reason, all the submitted documents should be written in English.
The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.
Welcome to apply!
Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all
Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: Upon agreement
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: STÖD 2-1329/2023
Contact:
Per Tornvall, Head of Department, 08-52487504
Union representative:
Claes Frostell, SACO, 08-12358116
Published: 2023-08-18
Last application date: 2023-09-29
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Enseignement et recherche scientifique
– with focus on research Do you want to contribute to improving human health? The Department of Clinical Science and Education Södersjukhuset (KI SÖS) has a long tradition of education at diff...View more
As part of the innovative XTREME project, you will delve into the forefront of research in computer vision and photogrammetry.
This position is part of a recently EU-funded XTREME project: Mixed Reality Environment for Immersive Experience of Art and Culture. The overall objective of XTREME is to develop a human-centred and ethically developed digital and industrial mixed reality environment to experience art and music performances and concerts and to improve its social value. The project is a collaboration among 14 partners, including IT University Copenhagen and the University of Twente. You will be based in a team with outstanding academic performance (as reflected by our publications in impactful journals and conferences), a strong industrial network, and a pleasant, collaborative atmosphere. You will be working on calibrating multi-sensor systems, reconstructing high-fidelity 3D CAD models, and developing scene synthesis methods for blending virtual and real scenes.
You will perform research on your topics, and collaborate with other researchers and experts in the XTREME project to contribute to the development of new techniques and approaches. You will present (both preliminary and mature) results at appropriate meetings and conferences, publish results in scientific workshops, conference proceedings, and journals, contribute to teaching on topics related to your work, and supervise and mentor involved MSc students as needed.
Your profile
An MSc degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Geoinformatics, Mathematics, or a related field
A creative mindset and strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Able to do independent research and field data collection
Experience with at least one of the fields of multi-sensor integration, 3D reconstruction, SLAM, and deep learning, and willing to delve deeper into these topics
Good communication skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English
A good team spirit
Our offer
An inspiring multidisciplinary, international and academic environment. The university offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues in which internationalization is an important part of the strategic agenda
Full-time position for 4 years
A professional and personal development programme within Twente Graduate School
Gross monthly salary of € 2,770.- in the first year that increases to € 3,539.- in the fourth year
A holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%
Excellent support for research and facilities for professional and personal development
A solid pension scheme
A total of 41 holiday days per year in case of full-time employment
Excellent working conditions, an exciting scientific environment, and a green and lively campus.
Information and application
For more information about the position or the XTREME project, you can contact Dr Ville Lehtola (e-mail: v.v.lehtola@utwente.nl), Dr Michael Yang (e-mail: michael.yang@utwente.nl) or Prof George Vosselman (e-mail: george.vosselman@utwente.nl). You are also invited to visit our homepage.
Please submit your application before 2 October 2023. Your application should include:
A motivation letter (maximum 2 pages of A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications and motivation to apply for this position
Curriculum Vitae (including contact information for at least two academic references)
An academic transcript of BSc and MSc education, including grades and a short description of your last large result (MSc thesis/final project report/EngD thesis)
1st round interviews are scheduled between 16 and 20 October 2023. A possible 2nd round interview will be scheduled when needed.
About the department
The Department of Earth Observation Science (EOS) is engaged in education, research, and capacity building on earth observation, image analysis, and geo-health. The department develops and applies methods for the extraction of large-scale geo-information from, satellite, airborne and terrestrial sensors. The expertise of the department covers spatial statistics, image analysis, machine learning, deep learning, monitoring, and data integration.
About the organisation
The Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) provides international postgraduate education, research and project services in the field of geo-information science and earth observation. Our mission is capacity development, where we apply, share and facilitate the effective use of geo-information and earth observation knowledge and tools for tackling global wicked problems. Our purpose is to enable our many partners around the world to track and trace the impact – and the shifting causes and frontiers – of today’s global challenges. Our vision is of a world in which researchers, educators, and students collaborate across disciplinary and geographic divides with governmental and non-governmental organisations, institutes, businesses, and local populations to surmount today’s complex global challenges and to contribute to sustainable, fair, and digital societies.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Doctorat
As part of the innovative XTREME project, you will delve into the forefront of research in computer vision and photogrammetry. This position is part of a recently EU-funded XTREME project: Mixed Reali...View more
We are looking for two PhD students for a joint project of our diversity-embracing groups, Food Systems Economics and Policy (FSEP, led by Prof. Eva-Marie Meemken) and Agricultural Economics and Policy (AECP, led by Prof. Robert Finger).
Project background
The new collaborative project focuses on the socioeconomic implications of environmentally friendly farming, focusing on low-pesticide production practices in Swiss grapevine production. The project is titled ‘Transition towards low-pesticide production and its socio-economic implications for farmers and farm workers‘. The project considers both farmers and hired farmworkers (who are often seasonal migrants from e.g., Eastern or Southern Europe), and aims to integrate these perspectives from economic, social, and policy perspectives.
Job description
You and your future PhD colleague in the project will work together closely, but each of you has their own focus: one of you will focus on farm and farmers perspectives (AECP), the other on workers (FSEP). If you have preferences, you can let us know in your application’s motivation letter, or you can leave this preference open.
Based on the overall project‘s objectives, you will develop a PhD proposal, which specifies research questions, methodological approaches, courses you want to take, and a time plan.
Your colleague and you, with support from the two groups, will plan and implement a survey to collect primary data from farmers (online) and workers (phone). These quantitative survey data will be complemented with qualitative interviews and workshops with different stakeholders (e.g., farmers, workers, other supply chain actors, representatives of farmer and worker associations, and policy makers).
After data collection, you will analyze your data and present your findings (in the form of scientific papers, conference and seminar presentations, and non-scientific outreach activities, e.g., blog posts and stakeholder workshops).
Your profile
You hold (or will soon hold) a MSc degree in agricultural economics, economics, or related field. You are excited about environmentally friendly agriculture and social conditions in food systems.You have excellent English language skills, took classes in econometrics and gained practical skills in this area (e.g., data analysis for your MSc thesis), and you seek to develop your skills further. You are excited about preparing and implementing a survey. You enjoy working independently but you also embrace opportunities to discuss, interact, and collaborate with others.
We offer
You will work in an excellent and inspiring research and learning environment, allowing you to strengthen and gain diverse skills (e.g., data analysis, presentation skills, project management), develop and implement creative ideas, and develop your professional network.
You will work both independently and in collaboration with others on different tasks. The two groups (AECP and FSEP) are located in the same building, where we share a kitchen and lovely backyard. The positions do not involve regular teaching tasks but offer opportunities to gain experiences in this area. The preferred starting date is January 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is scheduled for 4 years. Salary and social benefits are provided according to ETH Zurich rules.
In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application until September 30, 2023with the following documents:
Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
CV (max. 2 pages). Please indicate which languages, other than English, you speak and at which level
Diplomas
Copy of your MSc thesis (or term paper if the thesis is not yet submitted)
Summary of your MSc thesis (max. 1 page)
2 scientific references (and contact details) who can be contracted (no letters, please).
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Eva-Marie Meemken; evamarie.meemken@usys.ethz.ch (no applications).
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Doctorat
We are looking for two PhD students for a joint project of our diversity-embracing groups, Food Systems Economics and Policy (FSEP, led by Prof. Eva-Marie Meemken) and Agricultural Economics and Polic...View more
La Fondation Mastercard est une fondation canadienne et l’une des plus grandes fondations au monde, dont la mission est d’améliorer l’accès à l’éducation et favoriser l’inclusion financière. Elle travaille avec des organisations permettant aux jeunes en Afrique et aux communautés indigènes du Canada, d’accéder à un travail digne et épanouissant. La Fondation a été créée en 2006 grâce à la générosité de la société Mastercard, devenant un organisme d’intérêt public. La Fondation est une organisation indépendante et distincte de ladite société. Ses politiques, ses opérations et ses programmes sont déterminés par le Conseil d’Administration et la Direction de la Fondation.
LE CENTRE POUR L’INNOVATION DANS L’ENSEIGNEMENT ET L’APPRENTISSAGE DE LA FONDATION MASTERCARD
Le Centre pour l’Innovation dans l’Enseignement et l’Apprentissage de la Fondation Mastercard favorise l’utilisation innovante de la technologie pour améliorer l’accès à une éducation de qualité, en particulier pour les communautés dans le besoin. Le Centre travaille avec un éventail d’acteurs – y compris les centres d’innovation, les entrepreneurs EdTech, les décideurs politiques, les chercheurs, les éducateurs et les apprenants – pour soutenir l’intégration efficace et innovante de la technologie dans l’éducation, y compris le développement, le déploiement et la mise à l’échelle d’innovations EdTech prometteuses qui stimulent l’apprentissage et renforcent le système éducatif.
Vous pouvez télécharger et lire la feuille de route stratégique triennale du Centre ici.
LA BOURSE D’ETUDES EDTECH DE LA FONDATION MASTERCARD
La Bourse d’Etudes EdTech de la Fondation Mastercard est un programme d’accélération de l’entrepreneuriat conçu pour soutenir les entreprises EdTech prometteuses et africaines. Mise en place, en partenariat, avec des pôles technologiques, des centres d’innovation et des accélérateurs à travers l’Afrique, la bourse fournit à des entreprises EdTech sélectionnées, un soutien technique et financier, ainsi que des connaissances approfondies en matière de science de l’apprentissage et d’ingénierie pédagogique , les préparant à un impact considérable. La Bourse d’Etudes EdTech de la Fondation Mastercard a été lancée en 2019 par le Centre pour l’Innovation dans l’Enseignement et l’Apprentissage de la Fondation Mastercard, et a soutenu 12 entreprises EdTech africaines de sept pays au cours de sa première année, atteignant plus de 800 000 apprenants. L’objectif du Centre est de s’associer à 12 incubateurs pour soutenir plus de 400 entreprises EdTech et atteindre au moins 1,8 million de jeunes d’ici 2025.
APPEL À MANIFESTATION D’INTÉRÊT
CE QUE NOUS RECHERCHONS
Le Centre pour l’Innovation dans l’Enseignement et l’Apprentissage de la Fondation Mastercard souhaite s’associer à des pôles technologiques, des incubateurs et des accélérateurs africains qui ont démontré leur capacité à soutenir et à accompagner des entreprises en phase de démarrage, de préférence des entreprises EdTech. Les incubateurs travailleront avec la Fondation pour identifier et développer des entreprises EdTech africaines à fort potentiel, axées sur l’amélioration de l’éducation à tous les niveaux, en particulier pour les communautés dans le besoin, y compris les apprenants non scolarisés. En outre, les incubateurs serviront de centres d’excellence réunissant les parties prenantes dans le domaine EdTech pour faire progresser les produits et les solutions EdTech. Il est donc important que les incubateurs aient une un lien pré établi avec le Ministère de l’Education et d’autres acteurs de l’éducation dans leurs pays respectifs.
CE QUE VOUS FERREZ
Les principaux objectifs de la Bourse d’Etudes EdTech de la Fondation Mastercard sont les suivants :
Recruter des entreprises EdTech à fort potentiel : Chaque pôle technologique/ accélérateur/incubateur identifiera et soutiendra 36 entreprises EdTech en phase de croissance sur trois ans (soit 12 entreprises EdTech par an) pour intégrer la bourse.
Fournir un soutien d’accélération de qualité : Chaque pôle technologique/ accélérateur/incubateur fournira aux entreprises EdTech sélectionnées un soutien global pour développer leurs activités, renforcer l’impact éducatif et l’inclusivité de leurs produits, et améliorer leur préparation à l’investissement et leur viabilité financière à long terme.
Améliorer les résultats de l’apprentissage : Chaque pôle technologique/accélérateur /incubateur, en partenariat avec l’université Carnegie Mellon (CMU), formera les entreprises EdTech à la science de l’apprentissage, en les aidant à intégrer ces principes fondés sur des données probantes dans leurs produits et solutions afin d’influer sur les résultats de l’apprentissage.
Faciliter l’accès au marché et aux utilisateurs : Chaque pôle technologique/ accélérateur/incubateur aidera les entreprises EdTech sélectionnées à élaborer des dossiers commerciaux prêts à être commercialisés et facilitera l’accès au marché dans le but d’accroître leur impact en attirant au moins 8 000 nouveaux utilisateurs finaux (apprenants) chaque année pendant trois ans.
Favoriser la collaboration et la création d’un écosystème EdTech: Chaque pôle technologique/accélérateur/incubateur contribuera à la croissance de l’écosystème EdTech africain en cultivant les engagements entre les entrepreneurs EdTech et les principales parties prenantes, y compris les gouvernements par l’intermédiaire des ministères de l’éducation et des TIC et de leurs agences de mise en œuvre. Ils s’appuieront également sur les engagements communautaires, en favorisant la collaboration entre les acteurs clés et en construisant un réseau dynamique de passionnés d’EdTech.
Fournir des services de soutien supplémentaires : Chaque pôle technologique/ accélérateur/incubateur soutiendra les entreprises EdTech sélectionnées avec une gamme de services :
Organiser des évènements et de conférences EdTech,
Offrir des espaces de coworking, des laboratoires de conception,
Offrir un programme de mentorat,
Offrir des voies de financement,
Apporter un appui pour lever les barrières observés par les entrepreneurs EdTech,
Donner accès à un vaste réseau de parties prenantes clés.
CRITÈRES D’ÉLIGIBILITÉ :
Toutpôle technologique/accélérateur/incubateur intéressé par un partenariat avec la Fondation Mastercard, pour mettre en œuvre la Bourse d’Etudes EdTech de la Fondation Mastercard doit répondre aux critères d’éligibilité suivants :
Avoir une existence juridique confirmée et légale, en vertu des lois en place dans sa juridiction.
Avoir son principal établissement en Afrique.
Faire preuve d’un soutien efficace aux entreprises technologiques en Afrique.
Démontrer une expérience avérée de collaboration avec le Ministère de l’Education et d’autres parties prenantes dans la promotion des technologies de l’information et de la communication (EdTech).
Avoir une expérience opérationnelle d’au moins cinq ans.
Être détenu et/ou dirigé par des Africains.
Posséder une solide compréhension des méthodologies de suivi et d’évaluation, avec la capacité de collecter et d’analyser des données.
TRAITEMENT DES QUESTIONS LIEES A L’APPEL À MANIFESTATION D’INTERET
Les organisations intéressées sont invitées à soumettre leur manifestation d’intérêt dans un document de cinq pages maximum qui explique comment l’organisation répondra aux objectifs de la bourse détaillés ci-dessus et contribuera au travail du Centre pour l’Innovation dans l’Enseignement et l’Apprentissage de la Fondation Mastercard décrit dans la note d’information sur la feuille de route stratégique, qui peut être consultée via le lien suivant : https://mastercardfdn.box.com/s/5nuoj7s97ik4l5n1fx1sxz85eai89ic1.
Les manifestations d’intérêt doivent répondre aux exigences obligatoires énumérées ci-dessous :
Décrire le programme proposé et ses objectifs, y compris la manière dont il s’aligne sur la note d’information de la feuille de route stratégique et la manière dont il améliorera ou renforcera l’éducation des jeunes. (Remarque : La Fondation Mastercard définit la “jeunesse” comme tout individu étant âgé de 35 ans au maximum).
Décrire l’approche du programme et l’impact escompté (en précisant les hypothèses sous-jacentes).
Décrire les différents éléments de la conception ou du modèle de votre programme, les niveaux auxquels le programme proposé vise à créer un changement (au niveau de l’individu, de la communauté, de l’institution et/ou du système) et comment cela sera mis en place. Le cas échéant, indiquez comment le programme proposé peut entraîner des répercussions (sur les individus, et la communauté dans son ensemble) au-delà de la population cible, et comment il contribue à une forme de résilience.
Détailler les raisons pour lesquelles le programme proposé est particulièrement pertinent actuellement.
Donner un aperçu des résultats attendus du programme et de son impact sur les jeunes, en particulier les jeunes filles. Mentionner les individus/groupes spécifiques (par exemple, les jeunes filles mariées, les réfugiés et les jeunes déplacés, les jeunes handicapés, les étudiants à faible revenu, les petits exploitants agricoles, les organismes de formation locaux, etc.) qui bénéficieront directement ou indirectement du programme proposé.
Décrire les principales parties prenantes qui sont essentielles à la réussite du programme proposé, y compris les autres organisations partenaires de mise en œuvre, le cas échéant, qui seront engagées pour aider à la mise en œuvre du programme.
Décrire les points forts de l’organisation et toute expérience et/ou expertise antérieure qui permettra d’atteindre les objectifs du programme. Mentionnez l’équipe proposée, sa taille et sa situation géographique.
Lister tous les autres facteurs essentiels au succès.
LIGNES DIRECTRICES POUR LA SOUMISSION DES CANDIDATURES
medjouel.com vous informe que Les organisations intéressées sont invitées à soumettre les documents suivants avant le 27 août 2023.
Une réponse à la manifestation d’intérêt qui répond aux exigences ci-dessus (ne dépassant pas cinq pages) soumise au format Microsoft Word pour évaluation, et fournissant un point de contact unique au sein de l’organisation, agissant en tant que point focal.
Un budget bien renseigné, reflétant les activités de la manifestation d’intérêt. Le modèle est accessible en cliquant sur le lien suivant, cliquez ici
Un questionnaire organisationnel dûment rempli et les pièces jointes correspondantes. Le modèle est accessible en cliquant sur le lien suivant, cliquez ici.
2: Processus de revue et d’approbation de la Fondation
Critères d’évaluation:
Alignement stratégique
Expérience
Conception du programme
Mise en œuvre du programme
Budget
Step 3: Elaboration de la Proposition
Documents de soumission:
Proposition
Budget détaillé
Questionnaire organisationnel détaillé
Critères d’évaluation
Les réponses seront évaluées sur la base des critères suivants :
Critères d’évaluation
Pourcentage
Alignement stratégiquePreuve de l’alignement avec les valeurs de la Fondation Mastercard et la note d’information de la feuille de route stratégique avec un plan clair pour atteindre les résultats et l’impact prévus.
30%
ExpérienceL’organisation dispose de l’expertise et de l’expérience nécessaires pour soutenir la mise en œuvre du programme. Des partenariats pertinents sont proposés et la valeur ajoutée pour tous les partenaires inclus est démontrée.
20%
Conception du programmeLa conception du programme est claire et cohérente et répond à toutes les questions formulées dans l’appel à manifestation d’intérêt. La conception donne une compréhension claire des besoins du ou des groupes cibles, du contexte opérationnel et des principes de diversité et d’inclusion.
20%
Mise en œuvre du programmeLe partenaire a la capacité de produire des résultats pour atteindre l’impact. Les exigences de la Fondation en matière de diligence raisonnable ont été satisfaites.
20%
BudgetLes postes budgétaires sont clairement alignés sur les activités et sont conformes aux attentes internes de la Fondation ainsi qu’au contexte spécifique du pays. Des efforts sont faits pour démontrer l’optimisation des ressources.
{:}{:en}
MASTERCARD FOUNDATION
The Mastercard Foundation is a Canadian Foundation and one of the world’s largest foundations, with a mission to advance education and financial inclusion. It works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa and in Indigenous communities in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. The Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. The Foundation is an independent organization and separate from the company. Its policies, operations and programs are determined by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and leadership.
THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION CENTRE FOR INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING
The Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning drives the innovative use of technology to improve access to quality education, particularly for the most underserved communities. The Centre works with a range of actors—including innovation hubs, EdTech entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, educators, and learners—to support the effective and impactful integration of technology in education, including the development, deployment and scale-up of promising EdTech innovations that boost learning and strengthen the education system.
You can download and read the Centre’s three-year strategic roadmap here.
THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION EDTECH FELLOWSHIP
The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship is an entrepreneurship acceleration program designed to support promising, African EdTech ventures. Implemented in partnership with innovation hubs and EdTech accelerators across Africa, the Fellowship provides select EdTech companies with critical business and financial support, as well as insight into the science of learning, preparing them for scale, sustainability, and impact. The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship was launched in 2019 by the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning and supported 12 African EdTech companies from seven countries in its first year, reaching over 800,000 learners. The goal of the Centre is to partner with 12 Tech Hubs to support over 400 EdTech companies and reach at least 1.8 million young people by 2025.
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning is seeking to partner with African Tech Hubs that have demonstrated the ability to incubate and accelerate startup companies, preferably EdTech companies. The Tech Hubs will work with the Foundation to identify and scale high-potential African EdTech companies focused on improving education at all levels, particularly for the most underserved communities, including out-of-school learners. In addition, the Tech Hubs will serve as centres of excellence bringing together EdTech stakeholders to advance EdTech products and solutions. It’s therefore important that the Hubs have an already established and healthy relationship with the Ministry of Education and other education stakeholders in their respective countries of operation.
WHAT YOU WILL DELIVER
The key objectives of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship are to:
Recruit High-Potential EdTech Companies: Each hub/accelerator will identify and support 36 growth-stage EdTech companies over three years (i.e., 12 EdTech companies per year) to participate in the Fellowship.
Deliver Quality Acceleration Support: Each hub/accelerator will provide selected EdTech companies with holistic support to scale their businesses, enhance the educational impact and inclusivity of their products, and improve their investment readiness and long-term financial sustainability.
Enhance Learning outcomes: Each hub/accelerator, in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), will train EdTech companies in the science of learning, helping them incorporate these evidence-based principles into their products and solutions to impact learning outcomes.
Facilitate Market Access and User Reach: Each hub/accelerator will guide the selected EdTech companies in developing market-ready business cases and facilitate market access with the goal of expanding their impact by attracting at least 8,000 new end-users (learners) every year for three years.
Foster Ecosystem Building and Collaboration: Each hub/accelerator will help to nurture the growth of the African EdTech ecosystem by cultivating engagements between EdTech entrepreneurs and key stakeholders including governments through line Ministries of Education and ICT and their implementing agencies. They will also capitalize on community engagements, fostering collaboration among key players, and building a vibrant network of EdTech enthusiasts.
Provide Additional Support Services: Each hub/accelerator will support the selected EdTech companies with a range of support services such as co-working spaces, design labs, mentorship opportunities, funding avenues, and a vast network of relevant stakeholders.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Any hub/accelerator interested in partnering with the Mastercard Foundation to implement the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Duly incorporated, validly existing, and in good standing, under the laws of an African jurisdiction.
Have its principal place of business in Africa.
Demonstrate a proven record of effectively supporting technology companies in Africa.
Demonstrate a proven record of working with the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders in promoting EdTech.
A minimum operational experience of at least five years.
Must be African-owned and/or African-led.
Possess a solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, with the ability to collect and analyze data.
EOI QUESTIONS TO BE ADDRESSED
Interested organizations are asked to submit an Expression of Interest that is no more than five pages long and that articulates how your organization will meet the goals of the Fellowship detailed above and contribute to the work of the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning described in the Strategic Roadmap Briefing Note, which can be found here.
Expressions of interest should meet the mandatory requirements listed below:
Describe the proposed program and its objectives, including how it aligns with the Strategic Roadmap Briefing Note and how it will improve or strengthen child or youth education. (Note: The Mastercard Foundation defines “youth” as aged up to 35 years).
Describe the program approach and the intended impact (noting any underlying assumptions).
Describe the different elements of your program design or model, the levels the proposed program aims to create change (individual, community, institution and/or system level) and how. If relevant, include how the proposed program may have ripples of impact (individual, household, and community at large) beyond the target population, and how it contributes to resilience.
Detail why the proposed program is particularly pertinent now.
Provide an overview of expected program outcomes and impact on young people, especially young women. Include specific individuals/groups (e.g., young married women, refugees and displaced youth, young people with disabilities, low-income students, smallholder farmers, local training organizations, etc.) and who will benefit directly or indirectly from the proposed program.
Describe key stakeholders who are critical to the successful delivery of the proposed program, including other implementing partner organizations, if any, who will be engaged to assist in program delivery.
Describe the organization’s strengths and any previous experience and/or expertise that will help achieve program objectives. Include the proposed team, their size, and geographic location.
Are there any other factors that are critical to success?
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Interested organizations are invited to submit the following documents by August 27, 2023, here.
An Expression of Interest response that addresses the above requirements (not exceeding five pages)submitted in Microsoft Word for review, collaborative discussion and must provide a single point of contact in your organization for all correspondence.
A completed High-Level Budget reflecting the activities in the EOI. The template is accessible here.
A completed High-Level Organizational Questionnaire and associated attachments. The template is accessible here.
o Deadline for application submission: 27 Aug 2023
o Applications review and shortlisting: 28 Aug – 5 Sep 2023
o Interview of twenty (20) shortlisted tech hubs: 11-22 Sep 2023
o Notification to the six (6) finalist tech hubs: 25 Sep 2023
POST SELECTION NEXT STEPS:
o Provision of program proposal templates to the selected six (6) tech hubs: 25 Sep 2023
o Deadline for submission of full program proposals from selected tech hubs: 25 Oct 2023
o Review & co-design process of full proposals with the selected tech hubs: 26 Oct – 30 Nov 2023
o Final proposal approval by Mastercard Foundation: 4 Dec 2023
o Contract begins first quarter of 2024
EVALUATION PROCESS
Step 1: Expression of Interest
Submission Documents:
Expression of Interest Response
High-level Budget
High-level Organizational Questionnaire
Step 2: Foundation Review & Approval
Evaluation Criteria (see below):
Strategic Alignment
Experience
Program Design
Program Implementation
Budget
Step 3: Proposal Development
Submission Documents:
Proposal
Detailed budget
Detailed Organizational Questionnaire
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Evaluation Criteria
Weight
Strategic AlignmentEvidence of alignment with the values of the Mastercard Foundation and the Strategic Roadmap Briefing Note with a clear plan for achieving the intended outcomes and impact.
30%
ExperienceThe organization has the expertise and experience to support program delivery. Relevant partnerships are proposed, and there is a demonstration of value-add for all partners included.
20%
Program DesignThe program design is clear and coherent, responding to all the questions articulated in the Request for Expression of Interest. The design includes a clear understanding of the needs of the target group(s), operating context, and principles of diversity and inclusion.
20%
Program ImplementationPartner has the capacity to deliver results to achieve the impact. Foundation due diligence requirements have been satisfied.
20%
BudgetBudget items are clearly aligned with activities and are in line with Foundation’s internal expectations as well as the specific country context. Efforts made to demonstrate value for money.
La Fondation Mastercard est une fondation canadienne et l’une des plus grandes fondations au monde, dont la mission est d’améliorer l’accès à l’éducation et favoriser l’inclusion financi...View more
Since its establishment in 1999, the prize has been known as AGFUND International Prize for Pioneering Human Development Projects. Following the passing away of His Royal Highness Prince Talal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, founder of AGFUND, in December 2018, the AGFUND’s Board of Directors decided to rename the prize after the late Prince Talal. This decision was taken to commemorate his lifelong dedication to the service of human development and poverty alleviation through AGFUND and the other institutions he established. Hence, the prize new name is “Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development”.
Idea of the Prize
Stemmed from AGFUND’s approach to enhance development performance and support key development projects, the overall objective behind the Prize idea is to contribute to the efforts aiming to achieve sustainability in development and investment in people.
In this sense, Prince Talal International Prize has become a leading mechanism to identify successful development projects, reward them and disseminate their innovative ideas to best contribute to the improvement of development work. It is also an innovative approach and a strategic instrument to exchange successful experiences to strengthen the mechanisms of development cooperation and project funding with special emphasis on the most prominent factors that militate against development and affect the vulnerable groups, particularly women and children in developing countries. These include poverty, social exclusion, socio-economic marginalization, education and health.
Prize objectives
Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development aims to:
Support the distinguished efforts aiming at the promotion and enhancement of human development concepts.
Disseminate the successful project experiences.
Highlight the best practices, which aim to improve the living conditions of the poor and disadvantaged with particular emphasis on women and children.
Enhance the exchange of experiences and develop better mechanisms to find solutions to the problems of poverty, marginalization and socioeconomic exclusion of vulnerable groups.
Periodicity
The Prize shall be handed over to the heads of the winning organizations in an annual ceremony, to which representatives of the local and international development organizations located in the hosting country, development experts and specialists, diplomats, and media representatives are invited.
Thematic Focus
Each year, the Prize Committee selects the thematic focus for the Prize, taking into account the diversity and non-repetitive themes. The objective is to highlight the innovative experiences and continuously support the distinguished efforts in various field of development. The Prize themes always focus on increasing the knowledge in the field of human development and its proper management.
In its meeting held in Geneva on 19 April 2017, the Prize Committee decided to align the Prize subjects with the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 as adopted by the International Community.
Amount and categories
Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development carries cash amount of US$ 1,000,000, certificates of recognition and trophies. The prize amount is allocated for the winners of the Prize in its four categories as follows;
First category prize (US$ 400,000)
Specified for projects implemented by UN agencies or international and regional NGOs.
Second category prize (US$ 300,000)
Specified for projects implemented by national NGOs.
Third category prize (US$ 200,000)
Specified for projects implemented by governmental bodies (ministries and public institutions) or social business enterprises.
Fourth category prize (US$ 100,000)
TheSpecified for projects initiated, funded and/or implemented by individuals.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Prix, Concours et offres
Since its establishment in 1999, the prize has been known as AGFUND International Prize for Pioneering Human Development Projects. Following the passing away of His Royal Highness Prince Talal bin Abd...View more
Depuis sa création en 1999, le prix est connu sous le nom de Prix international AGFUND pour les projets pionniers de développement humain. Suite au décès de Son Altesse Royale le Prince Talal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, fondateur d'AGFUND, en décembre 2018, le conseil d'administration d'AGFUND a décidé de renommer le prix en l'honneur de feu le prince Talal. Cette décision a été prise pour commémorer son dévouement tout au long de sa vie au service du développement humain et de la réduction de la pauvreté par le biais de l'AGFUND et des autres institutions qu'il a créées. Par conséquent, le nouveau nom du prix est "Prix international Prince Talal pour le développement humain".
Idée du Prix
Issu de l'approche d'AGFUND visant à améliorer les performances de développement et à soutenir des projets de développement clés, l'objectif général de l'idée du prix est de contribuer aux efforts visant à assurer la durabilité du développement et l'investissement dans les personnes.En ce sens, le Prix International Prince Talal est devenu un mécanisme de premier plan pour identifier les projets de développement réussis, les récompenser et diffuser leurs idées innovantes afin de contribuer au mieux à l'amélioration du travail de développement. C'est aussi une approche innovante et un instrument stratégique d'échange d'expériences réussies pour renforcer les mécanismes de coopération au développement et de financement de projets avec un accent particulier sur les facteurs les plus importants qui militent contre le développement et affectent les groupes vulnérables, en particulier les femmes et les enfants dans les pays en développement. Il s'agit notamment de la pauvreté, de l'exclusion sociale, de la marginalisation socio-économique, de l'éducation et de la santé.
Objectifs du prix
Le Prix International Prince Talal pour le Développement Humain vise à :
Soutenir les efforts distingués visant à la promotion et à l'amélioration des concepts de développement humain.
Diffuser les expériences de projets réussis.
Mettre en lumière les meilleures pratiques, qui visent à améliorer les conditions de vie des pauvres et des défavorisés avec un accent particulier sur les femmes et les enfants.
Améliorer l'échange d'expériences et développer de meilleurs mécanismes pour trouver des solutions aux problèmes de pauvreté, de marginalisation et d'exclusion socio-économique des groupes vulnérables.
Périodicité
Le prix sera remis aux dirigeants des organisations lauréates lors d'une cérémonie annuelle à laquelle sont invités des représentants des organisations de développement locales et internationales situées dans le pays hôte, des experts et spécialistes du développement, des diplomates et des représentants des médias.
Focus thématique
C haque année, le Comité du Prix sélectionne l'orientation thématique du Prix en tenant compte de la diversité et des thèmes non répétitifs. L'objectif est de mettre en lumière les expériences innovantes et de soutenir en permanence les efforts distingués dans divers domaines de développement. Les thèmes du Prix portent toujours sur l'accroissement des connaissances dans le domaine du développement humain et de sa bonne gestion.
Lors de sa réunion tenue à Genève le 19 avril 2017, le Comité du Prix a décidé d'aligner les sujets du Prix sur les Objectifs de développement durable 2030 tels qu'adoptés par la Communauté internationale.
Montant et catégories
Le Prix international Prince Talal pour le développement humain est doté d'un montant en espèces de 1 000 000 USD, de certificats de reconnaissance et de trophées. Le montant du prix est attribué aux gagnants du prix dans ses quatre catégories comme suit ;
Prix de première catégorie (400 000 USD)
Spécifié pour les projets mis en œuvre par des agences des Nations Unies ou des ONG internationales et régionales.
Prix de la deuxième catégorie (300 000 USD)
Spécifié pour les projets mis en œuvre par des ONG nationales.
Prix de troisième catégorie (US$ 200 000)
Spécifié pour les projets mis en œuvre par des organismes gouvernementaux (ministères et institutions publiques) ou des entreprises sociales.
Prix de quatrième catégorie (100 000 $ US)
Spécifié pour les projets initiés, financés et/ou mis en œuvre par des particuliers.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Prix, Concours et offres
Depuis sa création en 1999, le prix est connu sous le nom de Prix international AGFUND pour les projets pionniers de développement humain. Suite au décès de Son Altesse Royale le Prince Talal bin...View more
Program Grants will be awarded from the U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation (USV/SFF) to help the disadvantaged, improve the quality of people’s lives, and strengthen our communities.
The Foundation will consider a broad range of requests including specific program needs, capital or general operating support. A charitable organization will typically receive no more than one program grant per calendar year.
ELIGIBILITY
Organizations eligible to receive grants from the USV/SFF are those determined by the IRS to be public charities, preferably those with 501(c)(3) status. The USV/SFF gives strong consideration to requests within our giving guidelines that show documented support (email, letters of support, board membership, donor or volunteer activity) from a U.S. Venture team member or shareholder.
FUNDING PRIORITIES
Consideration is given to needs that fulfill the Foundation’s mission within the following impact areas:
Education
Jobs & Economy
Family Support & Social Connectedness
Physical Health
Psychological Health & Addiction
Human Services
Other
PROGRAM GRANTS WILL TYPICALLY FUND:
Requests that demonstrate long-term results for a substantial number of people
Organizations with clarity of mission and a strong focus on effective outcomes
Organizations in good health, including financial stability, high caliber of staff and board
Requests with support from a broad base of funding sources; U.S. Venture prefers not to be the sole funder of any one project or program
TYPICALLY OUTSIDE PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING:
Grants to individuals or specific families, to underwrite conference expenses, or to fund medical procedures or research
Events that occur before funding is awarded or previously incurred expenses
Political organizations or causes
Requests for support from schools or government agencies
Annual meetings
Religious organizations attempting to build membership or requiring specific religious affiliation for services rendered.
Capital campaigns for schools, religious institutions, sports facilities and endowments
Organizations outside the geographic footprint of U.S. Venture facilities and its team members
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the dates listed below.
Grant Deadline
January 6, 2023
April 5, 2023
August 25, 2023
October 27, 2023
Contact us with any questions or to discuss the feasibility of your request before submitting at Foundation@USVenture.com. Please allow 7 weeks after the deadline for the grant decision.
Any substantive change in use of funding after grant support has been received must first be approved by the Foundation. Please submit a request IN WRITING to Foundation@USVenture.com.
A 12 month final grant report is required prior to any future requests.
Program Grants will be awarded from the U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation (USV/SFF) to help the disadvantaged, improve the quality of people’s lives, and strengthen our communities. Apply Now G...View more
The present guidelines relate to the organization of special events during the tenth session of the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP) to the United Nations Conventions against Corruption (UNCAC). The time slots for special events are 50 min each in the morning (before the start of the plenary session), during the lunch break, and after the end of the afternoon session.
I. ELIGIBILITY
Events may be organized by:
Member States,
UN entities,
Intergovernmental organizations, and
NGOs with CoSP observer status.
Co-organizers must meet the same eligibility criteria as the organizers.
Organizers are required to inform their Permanent Missions accredited to the United Nations (Vienna) of their application.
Topics of special events must be thematically relevant to UNCAC and the work of its CoSP. Member States cannot be made the focus of an event without their engagement.
The number of special events will be limited by the availability of conference rooms. The secretariat reserves the right to ask organizers to merge and/or limit the number of special events per organizer. Priority will be given to events organized jointly (two or more organizers). Special events that demonstrate diversity through gender parity among speakers and panellists, diverse geographic representation, and sectors represented will be highly prioritized.
Only complete applications received within the deadlines will be considered.
II. APPLICATION PROCESS
The call for applications for special events is open from 12 June 2023, 09:00 CET, until 26 August 2023, 23:59 CET
A form for requesting a special event is available online only at http://bit.ly/3NaUYQa. Please carefully fill out all fields. The form will be automatically disabled on 26 August 2023, at 23:59 CET.
The designated focal point on the application form will be considered the focal point for all communication and the only authorized person to make changes to the original request. All changes to the original application must be made by the focal point in writing to the secretariat via uncac-cosp-special-events@un.org.
SELECTION OF SPECIAL EVENTS
Efforts will be made to accommodate all requests within available facilities. However, should there be an excessive number of requests fulfilling all relevant eligibility criteria, priority will be given to event requests by States parties and events organized jointly (two or more organizers). While the secretariat will make every effort to accommodate the organizers’ preferred time slot, this cannot be guaranteed.
The secretariat will communicate the decision to the organizers once the selection has been finalized.
The final programme will be uploaded to the Conference website: https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/corruption/COSP/session10.html
III. LOGISTICAL INFORMATION
MODE OF CONDUCT
a) IN-PERSON ONLY
All conference rooms are equipped with a PC, projector, and microphones. There will be staff at the beginning of the event to introduce organizers to the technical equipment. Organizers will be expected to run the events independently.
Organizers are kindly requested to print the nameplates and bring them to their event. A template for nameplates is available here.
Organizers are kindly requested to adhere to the time allocated for their event and to ensure that the conference room is handed over to the organizers of the following special event in proper conditions and in a timely manner. This is particularly important as most special events are held back-to-back in the same conference room.
b) HYBRID
For special events held in a hybrid format, combining online participation with in-person participation, organizers will be expected to run the events independently both in the conference room and with regard to the online component.
All conference rooms are equipped with a PC, projector, and microphones. There will be staff at the beginning of the event to introduce organizers to the technical equipment.
Organizers are solely responsible for the technical organization of their special event, including the online conferencing platform and access of participants.
Organizers are kindly requested to print the nameplates and bring them to their event. A template for nameplates is available here.
All organizers are kindly asked to provide, by 10 November 2023, 23:59 CET, to the secretariat:
A virtual link to the event
A technical contact point/contact details that can be published online for any questions
The secretariat strongly encourages the use of Microsoft Teams as a special event virtual platform, as it is most compatible with the equipment and software available in the conference rooms.
INTERPRETATION SERVICES
UN interpretation services are not available for special events and cannot assist in finding private interpretation. Contact details for the procurement of private interpretation services will be provided in due course.
PRINTING SERVICES
The secretariat cannot offer printing services at the Conference venue. Organizers are kindly requested to take sustainability into consideration before printing in order to minimize their environmental impact.
PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL
Promotional materials, including flyers, to be used in the context of special events should uphold United Nations standards and avoid abusive language. The materials may not contain the logo of UNODC. The guidelines on the use of the CoSP10 logo are available here. A designated space will be made available for the display and distribution of promotional materials. All promotional material must be submitted in electronic form to the secretariat (uncac-cosp-special-events@un.org) for review by 27 November 2023, 23:59 CET.
Contact details for shipment and storage of promotional materials will be provided in due course.
CATERING SERVICES
Contact details for the procurement of private catering services will be provided in due course. Catering services must be arranged directly with the designated contact point.
ACCESS FOR PARTICIPANTS
Please note that all panellists and organizers of special events must be registered as part of a delegation for the Conference in order to gain access to the Conference venue. For more information on registration for the Conference, please click here.
SPECIAL EVENTS REPORT
Special event organizers are kindly asked to share, by 22 December 2023, 23:59 CET, a short summary of the event (maximum 150 words) in English only, via an online form available at: https://bit.ly/42n4NyS. All input received by the deadline will be included in an online compilation of special event summaries posted on the secretariat’s website. Please note that summaries will be posted as received.
The present guidelines relate to the organization of special events during the tenth session of the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP) to the United Nations Conventions against Corruption (UNCAC)...View more
L'UNESCO invite les États membres, en consultation avec leurs commissions nationales, et les organisations non gouvernementales entretenant des relations officielles avec l'UNESCO et actives dans un domaine couvert par le Prix, à soumettre des candidatures pour le Prix UNESCO-Juan Bosch pour la promotion de la recherche en sciences sociales en Amérique latine. et Caraïbes 2023.
Le Prix vise à récompenser les travaux de recherche de jeunes chercheurs en sciences sociales sur les politiques de développement social en lien avec l'Amérique latine et les Caraïbes.
15 juin 2023
Dernière mise à jour : 16 août 2023
Prolongation de la date limite de dépôt des candidatures : 15 octobre 2023 à minuit (GMT+2)
Financé par le gouvernement de la République dominicaine, le prix UNESCO-Juan Bosch a été créé en 2009. L'auteur ou les auteurs de la thèse récompensés par le prix 2023 recevront une récompense de 12 000 dollars américains.
Comment soumettre votre candidature
Les candidatures peuvent être soumises en anglais ou en français, par les gouvernements des États membres et en consultation avec leurs commissions nationales, ainsi que par des organisations non gouvernementales entretenant des relations officielles avec l'UNESCO et actives dans un domaine couvert par le Prix. Une auto-nomination ne peut être envisagée.
Pour se qualifier comme candidat, les personnes proposées doivent être âgées de moins de 41 ans et leurs travaux de recherche en sciences sociales doivent aborder des thèmes liés à la région de l'Amérique latine et des Caraïbes.
Chaque candidature doit être accompagnée d'une recommandation écrite, qui doit inclure, en anglais ou en français, entre autres :
une description du parcours et des réalisations du candidat;
un résumé des travaux ou des résultats des travaux, publications et autres pièces justificatives d'importance majeure, soumis à examen ;
une déclaration précisant la contribution du candidat aux objectifs du Prix.
Les dossiers de candidatures doivent parvenir à l' UNESCO en anglais ou en français avant le 15 octobre 2023 . Toute candidature reçue après minuit (UTC+2, heure de Paris) le 15 octobre 2023 ne sera pas prise en considération.
UNESCO invites Members States in consultation with their National Commissions, and non-governmental organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO and active in a field covered by the Prize to submit nominations for the UNESCO-Juan Bosch Prize for the Promotion of Social Science Research in Latin America and the Caribbean 2023.
The Prize seeks to reward research work by young social science researchers on social development policies in connection with Latin America and the Caribbean.
15 June 2023
Last update:16 August 2023
Extension of deadline for the submission of candidates: 15 October 2023 at midnight (GMT+2)
Funded by the Government of the Dominican Republic, the UNESCO-Juan Bosch Prize was established in 2009. The author or authors of the thesis awarded the 2023 Prize will receive an award of US $12,000.
How to submit your nomination
Nominations may be submitted in English or French, by the governments of Member States and in consultation with their National Commissions, as well as by non-governmental organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO and active in a field covered by the Prize. A self-nomination cannot be considered.
To qualify as a candidate, the proposed individuals must be less than 41 years old, and their social science research work must address themes related to the Latin America and Caribbean region.
Each nomination shall be accompanied by a written recommendation, which shall include, in English or French, inter alia:
a description of the candidate’s background and achievements;
a summary of the work or the results of the work, publications and other supporting documents of major importance, submitted for consideration;
a statement specifying the candidate’s contribution to the Prize’s objectives.
The nominations files should be received by UNESCO in English or French by 15 October 2023. Any nomination received after midnight (UTC+2, Paris time) of 15 October 2023 will not be taken into consideration.
Secretariat of the UNESCO/Juan Bosch Prize
Social and Human Sciences Sector - UNESCO
7 place de Fontenoy
75352 Paris 07 SP France
Email: premio.juan.bosch@unesco.org
{:}
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Prix, Concours et offres
L’UNESCO invite les États membres, en consultation avec leurs commissions nationales, et les organisations non gouvernementales entretenant des relations officielles avec l’UNESCO et acti...View more
PROGRAMME Afrique sub-saharienne ZONE GÉOGRAPHIQUE Nigeria TAPER Subventions à l’action PUBLIÉ 08/08/2023 STATUT Ouvrir » 21/09/2023 MIS À JOUR 09/08/2023 BUDGET 10 000 000,00 EUR RÉFÉREN...View more
SPORT TOGETHER FUND - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
With 108 million+ people forced to flee their homes worldwide due to conflict, persecution and climate disasters, the Sport Together Fund delivered by Beyond Sport is pleased to open up a new round of applications in France, Germany and the Netherlands.
In partnership with the New Balance Foundation, we are accepting submissions from organisations working in France, Germany or the Netherlands who are using sport to support positive youth development, remove barriers to health and helping children and young people with refugee experiences to rebuild their lives.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CRITERIA & APPLYSubmissions are due by 3 September (23:59 GMT)
Beyond Sport launched the Sport Together Fund in 2022 to provide grants and capacity-building support to non-profit organisations, sports clubs and collectives who are assisting communities facing violence, displacement, human rights violations and climate disasters. The Fund also supports the transit and host communities where refugees and asylum seekers are resettling.
Caractéristiques de l'emploi
Catégorie emploi
Prix, Concours et offres
SPORT TOGETHER FUND – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS With 108 million+ people forced to flee their homes worldwide due to conflict, persecution and climate disasters, the Sport Together Fund delivered by...View more
medjouel.com Etudes Non Stop
