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Public-Private Partnerships Project Officer's Management Skills Development
Date scheduled: April 7 - 28, 2010
Website:
http://go.worldbank.org/9TAH58ZL60
Contact Email:
s_marburger@ip3.org
Japan/World Bank Scholarship
Deadline: March 31st, 2010
Website:
http://go.worldbank.org/9TAH58ZL60
Contact Email:
jjwbgsp@worldbank.org
Master
Scholarships at ALGANT
Deadline: April 30th
2010
Website:
http://www.algant.eu/index.php
Contact Name: Delphine GASSIOT
CASALAS
Contact Email:
doctorateALGANT@math.u-bordeaux1.fr
Doctoral
Scholarships at ALGANT
Deadline: February 28th
2010
Website:
http://www.algant.eu/index.php
Contact Name: Delphine GASSIOT
CASALAS
Contact Email:
masterALGANT@math.u-bordeaux1.fr
Institute of
Development Studies
Website:
http://www.ids.ac.uk/go/teaching
Contact:
N.Vernon@ids.ac.uk
New Zealand Development Scholarship
Website:
http://www.nzaid.govt.nz/scholarships/nzds/
Contact Details:http://www.nzaid.govt.nz/scholarships/country-contact-details.html
Master in Public Administration Scholarship the Lee Kuan Yew School of
Public Policy (LKYSPP) at the National
University of Singapore (NUS)
Website:
http://www.lkyspp.nus.edu.sg
Contact:
LKYSPPmpa@nus.edu.sg
Scholarship for master’s level studies in Sweden
Website:
http://www.studyinsweden.se
Contact Email:
forms@si.se
Scholarship for PhD
and post-doctoral studies in Sweden
Deadline:1st
February, 2010
Website:
http://www.studyinsweden.se
Contact Email:
forms@si.se
UNU-IAS Fellowships
Deadline: 28 February, 2010
Website:
http://www.ias.unu.edu
Contact Email:
fellowships@ias.unu.edu
Energy for Sustainable Development-Online Course
Deadline: 4th
January,2010
Website: www.e4sd.org
Contact Email:
info@e4sd.org
The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP)
Deadline: 1st December,2009
Website:
http://www.utwente.nl/cstm
Contact Email:
cstm-courses@mb.utwente.nl
Ashden Awards for
Sustainable Energy - Call for Entries 2010
Deadline : 20 October 2009
Website:
www.ashdenawards.org
Contact Email :
maya.vaughan@ashdenawards.org
ENERGY GLOBE Award:
extension of deadline for project entries: 30 June 2009
Deadline : 30 June 2009.
Website:
www.energyglobe.info.
Contact Name : Wolfgang Neumann
Contact Email : contact@energyglobe.info
Renewable Energy
Business Plan Developer
A Regional African Energy Development Organization plans to establish a
self-financing regional energy consultancy center specializing in
renewable energy development with a special focus on cogeneration. This
is a call for Expressions of Interest/quotations from institutions,
consultancy firms or qualified persons interested in developing a
Business Plan for the establishment of the regional energy consultancy
center that will service the eastern and southern Africa sustainable
energy market and possibly wider African energy market.
If interested, email your CV/Company Profile and quotation to
cfa.vacancy@gmail.com (with the subject of “Renewable Energy Business
Plan Developer”) highlighting your experience in business plans
development for the energy sector and attach a sample of a relevant
business plan developed in the past. The deadline for submission is on
27th March 2009. Only shortlisted candidates/consultancy firms will be
acknowledged.
Renewable
Energy Project Implementation Planner
A Regional African Energy Development Organization is implementing a
6-years renewable/cogeneration energy project covering 7 (seven)
countries in Africa: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Swaziland, Ethiopia,
Malawi and Sudan.. This is a call for Expressions of Interest/quotations
from institutions, consultancy firms or qualified persons interested in
developing a Project Implementation Plan for the organization to guide
the implementation of the regional project.
If interested, email your CV/Company Profile and quotation to
cfa.vacancy@gmail.com(with the subject of “Renewable Energy Project
Implementation Planner”) highlighting your experience in project
implementation plans development and attach a sample of a relevant
project implementation plan developed in the past. The deadline for
submission is on 27th March 2009. Only shortlisted
candidates/consultancy firms will be acknowledged.
Cogeneration
Resource Assessment Expert
A Regional African Energy Development Organization is implementing a 6
year renewable energy/cogeneration project covering: Kenya, Uganda,
Tanzania, Swaziland, Ethiopia, Malawi and Sudan. This is a call for
Expressions of Interest/quotations from institutions, consultancy firms
or qualified persons interested in undertaking a Cogeneration Resource
Assessment in any of the above 7 project countries.
If interested, email your CV/Company Profile and quotation to
cfa.vacancy@gmail.com (with the subject of “Cogeneration Resource
Assessment Expert”) highlighting your experience in renewable
energy/cogeneration resource and attach a sample of relevant resource
assessment undertaken in the past. The deadline for submission is on
27th March 2009. Only shortlisted candidates/consultancy firms will be
acknowledged.
Power Sector
Expert
A Regional African Energy Development Organization is implementing a 6
year renewable energy/cogeneration project covering: Kenya, Uganda,
Tanzania, Swaziland, Ethiopia Malawi and Sudan. This is a call for
Expressions of Interest/quotations from institutions, consultancy firms
or qualified persons interested in undertaking a Power Sector Review in
any of the above 7 project countries.
If interested, email your CV/Company Profile and quotation to
cfa.vacancy@gmail.com (with the subject of “Power Sector Expert”)
highlighting your experience in power sector review and attach a sample
of relevant energy/power sector review undertaken in the past. The
deadline for submission is on 27th March 2009. Only shortlisted
candidates/consultancy firms will be acknowledged.
Cogeneration
Technologies Analyst
A Regional African Energy Development Organization is implementing a 6
year renewable energy/cogeneration project covering: Kenya, Uganda,
Tanzania, Swaziland, Ethiopia, Malawi and Sudan. This is a call for
Expressions of Interest/quotations from institutions, consultancy firms
or qualified persons interested in undertaking an assessment of
available cogeneration technologies for Africa.
If interested, email your CV/Company Profile and quotation to
cfa.vacancy@gmail.com (with the subject of “Cogeneration Technologies
Analyst”) highlighting your experience in cogeneration technologies
assessment and attach a sample of relevant Energy technology assessment
undertaken in the past. The deadline for submission is on 27th March
2009. Only short listed candidates/consultancy firms will be
acknowledged.
Renewable
Energy Assistant Project Director
A Nairobi – based regional energy organisation is seeking dynamic
individuals with strong professional and academic credentials to fill
the position for Assistant Project Director in the implementation of a
regional renewable/cogeneration project. The Assistant Project Director
will develop pre-feasibility / feasibility / Cogeneration Investment
Packages (CIPs) and coordinate overall monitoring and evaluation of
project activities in 7 project countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan.
Qualifications and Competencies - University degree in
Commerce/Finance and a post-graduate degree in Finance/Banking with at
least 10 years of relevant working experience. Experience in corporate
financing of investments in the power sector or agro/forest industry
sector would an added advantage. Demonstrated ability in managing a
multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team and regional organization /
network. Knowledge of power sector reforms, regulation and reform,
energy policy and cogeneration issues in Africa will an added advantage.
Fluent in spoken and written English and ability to draft documents and
express views in a clear and concise manner.
Deadline for application: 20th March 2009
Application to include a cover letter highlighting why the applicant is
most suitable for the position. A detailed CV providing 3 referees is
required. Applications to be sent to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com .Only
short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Renewable
Energy Financial Expert
A Nairobi – based regional energy organisation is seeking dynamic
individuals with strong professional and academic credentials to fill up
the position for Financial Expert in the implementation of a regional
project. The regional project aims to promote cogeneration (mostly
biomass-based), generating power out of (mainly agricultural) waste. The
project will cover 7 countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan. The Financial Expert will provide
financial advice to project developers, liaise with potential
financiers, review feasibility studies (Cogeneration Investment Packages
(CIPs).
Qualifications and Competencies - University degree in Finance or
Corporate Banking with at least 10 years of relevant working experience
in financial analysis, project corporate financing, funds mobilization
and financial packaging. A minimum of 10 years experience in corporate
financing of investments in the power sector or agro/forest industry
sector. Demonstrated managerial experience, and working knowledge of
RETSCREEN cogeneration investment program. Knowledge of power sector
reforms, regulation and reform, energy policy and cogeneration issues in
Africa will an added advantage. Preference will be given to nationals of
the project target countries. Fluent in spoken and written English and
ability to draft documents and express views in a clear and concise
manner.
Deadline for application: 20th March 2009
Application to include a cover letter specifying which position the
candidate is applying for as well as highlighting why the applicant is
most suitable for the position. A detailed CV indicating 3 referees will
be required. Applications to be sent to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Renewable
Energy Technical Expert
A Nairobi – based regional energy organisation is seeking dynamic
individuals with strong professional and academic credentials to fill up
the position for Technical Expert in the implementation of a regional
project. The regional project aims to promote cogeneration (mostly
biomass-based), generating power out of (mainly agricultural) waste. The
project will cover 7 countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan. The Technical Expert will provide
technical advice and services to project developers; coordinate
pre-feasibility and feasibility studies; and coordinate assessment of
relevant cogen technologies.
Qualifications and Competencies - University degree in Mechanical
Engineering or Power/Electrical Engineering. At least 10 years of
relevant working experience particularly in the energy sector, power
sub-sector, renewables sub-sector, power plants and/or cogeneration
systems sector or agro/forest industry sector. Hand-on experience with
cogeneration equipment will be highly desirable. Should have extensive
knowledge of energy and cogeneration issues in Africa as well as
undertaken pre-feasibility and/or feasibility studies, preferably in
cogeneration related projects. Working knowledge of RETSCREEN
cogeneration investment program and experience in at least 3 of the
target countries for the project will be an added advantage. Preference
will be given to nationals of the project target countries. Fluent in
spoken and written English and ability to draft documents and express
views in a clear and concise manner.
Deadline for application: 20th March 2009
Application to include a cover letter specifying which position the
candidate is applying for as well as highlighting why the applicant is
most suitable for the position. A detailed CV indicating 3 referees will
be required. Applications to be sent to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com. Only
short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Renewable
Energy Resource Assessment Expert
A Nairobi – based regional energy organisation is seeking dynamic
individuals with strong professional and academic credentials to fill up
the position of Resource Assessment Expert in the implementation of a
regional project. The regional project aims to promote cogeneration
(mostly biomass-based), generating power out of (mainly agricultural)
waste. The project will cover 7 countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya,
Malawi, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan. The Resource Assessment
Expert will help identify cogen opportunities and coordinate scoping
studies; coordinate pre-feasibility and feasibility studies; and
coordinate assessment of relevant.
Qualifications and Competencies - University degree in relevant
field (Economics or Engineering or Agriculture). At least 10 years
working experience in biomass energy assessments and studies. Extensive
knowledge of energy sector, renewables, biomass energy, power sector,
reforms and cogeneration issues in Africa and evidence of published
books and/or journal articles on energy, renewables, biomass energy and
cogeneration. Should have knowledge of project preparation and
implementation mechanisms. Working knowledge of RETSCREEN cogeneration
investment program (Combined Heat & Power) will be an added advantage.
Widely travelled in the region (at least 3 of the target countries for
the project). Demonstrated managerial experience and ability. Excellent
command of spoken and written English. Ability to write reports and good
presentation skills.
Deadline for application: 20th March 2009
Application to include a cover letter specifying which position the
candidate is applying for as well as highlighting why the applicant is
most suitable for the position. A detailed CV indicating 3 referees will
be required. Applications to be sent to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Renewable
Energy Project Accountant
A Nairobi – based regional energy organisation is seeking dynamic
individuals with strong professional and academic credentials to fill up
the position of Accountant in the implementation of a regional project.
The regional project aims to promote cogeneration (mostly
biomass-based), generating power out of (mainly agricultural) waste. The
project will cover 7 countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan. The Accountant will develop and
update the project accounting system and prepare regular financial
report, process project payments.
Qualifications and Competencies – University degree in
administration, management, finance, commerce accounting or equivalent.
Combined minimum 5 years relevant experience in financial management, or
accounting with at least 2 year experience of Donor Projects financial
reporting systems and requirements. Knowledge of Quick Books/SAGE
accounting software. Possession of Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)
will be an added advantage. Extensive expertise in managing financial
aspects of large regional projects and Certified knowledge of Microsoft
Project management Tool (Version 2000 and above).. Demonstrated
managerial experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills
in English.
All the above positions will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
Deadline for application: 20th March 2009
Application to include a cover letter specifying which position the
candidate is applying for as well as highlighting why the applicant is
most suitable for the position. A detailed CV indicating 3 referees will
be required. Applications to be sent to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Junior Project
Officers (3 Positions)
Junior Project Officers
will be responsible for identifying renewable energy investment
opportunities and providing investment and training support to deserving
businesses and institutions. Preference will be given to candidates with
at least 2 years of previous working experience, preferably in the
energy sector, SMEs, agro-industries, tourist entities or church-based
rural institutions. Experience in renewable energy research and/or
project development will be an added advantage. An attractive
remuneration and medical cover will be awarded to successful candidates.
Senior Project Officers/Managers (2 Positions)
Senior Project
Officers/Managers will be responsible for the supervision of Junior
Project Officers and overall coordination of project implementation of
the aforementioned renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in
SMEs, agro-industries, tourist entities, church-based rural
institutions. Preference will be given to candidates with at least 10
years of experience in the energy sector, renewable energy project
development and research in pro-poor options for SMEs and households or
policy research in power sector reforms. Previous project management
experience (preferably in the energy sector, SMEs, agro-industries,
tourist entities, church-based rural institutions) and publication of
energy policy reports/articles will be an added advantage. An attractive
remuneration, medical cover and a range of other benefits will be
awarded to successful candidates.
Director (1 Position)
The Director will be
responsible for the overall implementation of the project, supervision
of Senior Project Staff, maintain donor relations and oversee project
reporting. The ideal candidate is expected to have at least 20 years of
experience in renewable energy project development and energy policy
research. Previous experience in regional energy project management,
engagement with energy policy makers and a track record in published
energy policy research in Eastern and Southern Africa will be an added
advantage.
An attractive remuneration, medical cover and a range of other benefits
will be awarded to the successful candidate.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs via email clearly
stating the positions for which they are applying for. Submissions
should be emailed to: cfa.vacancy@gmail.com
The deadline for submission is 27th March 2009. Only shortlisted
candidates will be acknowledged and invited for oral and written
interviews.
Terms of Reference for Short-term Assignment Opportunities
AFREPREN/FWD in collaboration with international donors, development and
financing agencies is implementing a number of renewable energy and
energy efficiency projects. The projects aim at promoting renewables
(mainly biomass-based cogeneration, small hydro, wind and solar energy)
and energy efficiency in the following Eastern and Southern African
countries: Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Malawi
and Swaziland. The overall development objective of these projects is
using renewable energy to strengthen existing and embryonic SMEs,
agro-industries, tourist entities, rural institutions (schools,
hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc). The projects shall also engage
relevant key stakeholders involved in pro-poor renewables development
through training, technical assistance and investment support.
Immediate objectives of the proposed projects include:
• Increasing the use of renewable energy among SMEs, agro-industries,
tourist entities, rural institutions (schools, hospitals, welfare homes,
churches, etc) in Eastern and Southern Africa.
• Enhancing the skills and expertise of interested SMEs,
agro-industries, tourist entities, rural institutions (schools,
hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc) and financiers on renewable
energy development and energy efficiency in Eastern and Southern Africa.
• Strengthening the capacity of local, national and regional financiers
in the development of pro-poor renewable energy and energy efficiency
options in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Promoting an enabling environment for renewable energy and energy
efficiency among SMEs, agro-industries, tourist entities, rural
institutions (schools, hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc) in
Eastern and Southern Africa.
AFREPREN/FWD is therefore interested in collaborating with institutions,
consultancy firms or qualified persons willing to undertake short-term
assignments in the country in which they are based. Regional
organizations can also apply to cover the countries in which they
operate.
Scope of the Assignment
This will be a 1-month assignment and will commence in early April 2009.
The main output of the assignment is a 15-pages Country Report
containing the following information:
• A brief overview of the potential of renewable energy (mainly
biomass-based cogeneration, small hydro, wind and solar energy) and
energy efficiency in the country (3 pgs)
• A list of ongoing or planned renewable energy and energy efficiency
projects in the country (1 pg)
• A list of at least 20 SMEs, agro-industries, tourist entities, rural
institutions (schools, hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc) in the
country that could benefit from renewable energy and energy efficiency
(1 pg)
• Detailed contact information and description of at least 10 SMEs,
agro-industries, tourist entities, rural institutions (schools,
hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc) that are most promising
candidates for investment support (3 pgs)
• A list of candidate interviewees for a renewable energy market survey
and stakeholder opinion survey (1 pg)
• A list candidate entities with a track record in undertaking market
surveys and opinion polling (1 pg)
• Detailed contacts and description of at least 15 key Government,
private sector and civil society organizations involved in the
development and promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency in
the country (4 pg)
• Any other relevant information (1 pg)
Minimum Prerequisites
An Expression of Interest comprising of the following:
• A cover letter/email confirming interest in a short-term assignment
and specifying the country of interest
• With the exception of regional organizations, country coverage is
limited to only one of the following: Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Zambia,
Mozambique, Ethiopia, Malawi and Swaziland.
• If an individual, a CV providing a detailed account of undertaking
similar assignments
• If an organization/company, a detailed profile of your
organization/company providing a detailed account of undertaking similar
assignments. Preference will be given to candidates with any previous
working experience in the energy sector, especially, working with SMEs,
agro-industries, tourist entities, rural institutions (schools,
hospitals, welfare homes, churches, etc).
NB: Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Consideration
US$ 2,000 inclusive of relevant taxes.
Submission of Expressions of Interest
Interested candidates are invited to submit their Expressions of
Interest via email to: afrepren@africaonline.co.ke
The deadline for submission is on 18th March 2009.
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF
INTEREST
a.)
EOI FOR TRAINING WORKSHOP (DAR ES SALAAM)
GTIEA Project wishes to invite Expression of interest for a two day
training workshop on small hydropower Development in April 2009, Dar Es
Salaam, Tanzania.
b.)
EOI FOR TRAINING WORKSHOP (NAIROBI)
GTIEA Project wishes to invite expression of interest (EOI) from local
consulting and construction engineers, system designers and/or surveyors
(from firms), to participate in a two-day training workshop on Small
Hydropower Development to be held in Nairobi, Kenya tentatively in May
2009.
ANSTI/DAAD
Postgraduate Fellowships - United Nations (UN)
Deadline: May 31, 2009
Amount note: Fellowships cover fees, subsistence, and
international
travel. The initial fellowship covers one year. Extension is possible
up to two years for master's courses or more for Ph.D. studies upon
successful completion of the previous year.
Citizenship: Africa
Activity Location: Benin; Botswana; Burkina Faso; Cameroon;
Congo;
Congo, Democratic Republic of (Zaire); Cote d'Ivoire; Ethiopia; Gabon;
Ghana; Guinea; Kenya; Lesotho; Liberia; Madagascar; Malawi; Mali;
Mauritius; Mozambique; Nigeria; Senegal; Sierra Leone; South Africa;
Swaziland; Tanzania; Togo; Uganda; Zambia; Zimbabwe
Abstract: Each year, the African Network of Scientific and
Technological Institutions (ANSTI) offers a limited number of
postgraduate fellowships with the support of DAAD of Germany for the
staff members of ANSTI member institutions. To promote the aims of
ANSTI in enhancing cooperation and networking between ANSTI member
institutions, the fellowships are tenable only in ANSTI institutions
outside the applicant's home country.
Contact name: ANSTI Coordinator
Contact email: info@ansti.org
Website :
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Call for Papers - International Journal of Fluid Mechanics
The International Journal of Fluid Mechanics (IJFM) publishes papers on
Fluid Mechanics. This is a refereed international journal published
twice in a year by Serial publications. This journal publishes original
research papers of high scientific quality in Fluid Mechanics. The main
objective of this journal is to disseminate knowledge and information in
Fluid Mechanics by focusing both on theoretical and experimental
research. The IJFM invites original contributions, which have not been
previously published in any language and are not being considered for
publication elsewhere. All articles in the journal are published in
English. Authors have to submit their papers to the Chief Editor by
email only.
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