Fellowship 2010: Fulbright

Unfortunately, due to the close proximity to this year’s deadline, I will not make a post for the 2010 – 2011 Fulbright program.  Instead, I encourage you to browse their site via the link below for more information on proposing a program for 2011 – 2012.

I did a Fulbright in Russia and will say that it is definitely a transformational experience.  I will create a separate post about the process, some tips, and other nuances to prepare for 2011 - 2012 in the future.  For now, more information can be found here:

http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

Stay tuned for a series of posts on upcoming fellowships.

PR Manager - Moscow

Organization: Apple, Inc.

Website: Apple

Title: PR Manager - Moscow

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description:
•P.R. figurehead for Apple in Russia
•Implementation of a focused P.R. strategy to proactively communicate the agreed Apple messages to targeted media with the view of widening and increasing coverage in key media

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Product Launch & Momentum
•To implement corporate launch plans in Country utilising the resources available to maximum effect
•Plans to include: organising interviews for Execs where appropriate, management of the PR seed unit programme, organisation of briefings with key press, organisation of press tours, selection of Hit Lists for special events and individual PR opportunities
•To implement momentum PR plans locally as agreed with Europe
•To participate in launch and momentum planning working with relevant Euro PR head

2. Media Relations
•To build and maintain relationships with key media resulting in maximum opportunity for coverage
•To develop and maintain the PRESSbuddy list of key media targets.
•To act as the key Apple contact to the media on subjects and issues relating to Apple
•To Identify and escalate potential public issues that may impact the organisation and diffuse rumours and resolve conflicting messages

3. Press Event Management
To budget for, plan and implement agreed local Press Events and tours that support corporate launch, strategy and local initiatives

4. Segment support
To provide PR advice, support and resource for local Segment P.R. activities as and when required

5. Reporting
•To provide information as and when requested on PR related information
•To produce a weekly report of activities, coverage and issues each week on time
•To distribute key PR news to local and European team as and when relevant


6. Budget management
•To deliver budget recommendations for future activities
•To raise PO’s on time for all work
•To track budget throughout each quarter keeping to agreed spending limits.


Qualifications:
Role requires higher educational background preferable in business but also in technical discipline, or MBA plus experience in PR functions, preferably in IT and/or consumer industry. This might include roles in PR agencies, corporate PR departments or as a journalist. Liaising at the highest level of management is required. Experience of working for a Global US organisation is preferable. High level of people management skills. Strong knowledge of PR & marketing, existing media knowledge of the IT industry, and of the business and finance press, good customer presence, presentation and interpersonal skills are all requirements of the role. Driven individual, highly motivated. Experience of multi Country PR required. Available to travel a necessity. Fluent English and Russian are a must for this role.

Other relevant experience will also be considered.


To Apply:
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Web Editor

Organization: Moscow News

Website: Moscow News

Title: Web Editor

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Not Listed

Description: Not Listed

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should be a native English speaker with:

A minimum of 2 years' web editing experience
A minimum of 2 years' journalistic experience
A disciplined approach and strong management skills
A good knowledge of Russian news and business
Fluent Russian-language skills

To Apply:
Please apply with a CV and covering letter to:

Tim Wall
Editor-in-Chief
The Moscow News
t.wall@moscownews.ru

Senior Research Associate - Russia/Eurasia Program

Organization: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Website: Carnegie

Title: Senior Research Associate - Russia/Eurasia Program

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a leading think tank specializing in international affairs, seeks a specialist on Russian politics, security, or economics. The senior associate will be based in Washington but will work closely with the Carnegie Moscow Center and Carnegie Europe in Brussels. Position will deepen Carnegie’s innovative, policy relevant work on the Russia/Eurasia region.

Qualifications:
Preferred candidate will have a sophisticated, in-depth knowledge of the region, a distinguished record of professional accomplishment including significant publications and/or substantial policy experience as well as expertise in other nearby areas of the former Soviet Union.

To Apply: 
Send resume and letter of interest to: Search Committee. Carnegie Endowment. E-mail to HR@carnegieendowment.org. EOE  

Program Assistant for Eurasia

Organization: National Endowment for Democracy

Website: NED

Title: Program Assistant for Eurasia


Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
The Program Assistant will provide administrative support to the Europe and Eurasia Program staff.
Specific duties of the Program Assistant will include:

• Assisting the Program staff with general administrative duties;
• Researching information about potential grantees and current political and third sector developments in the region;
• Maintaining contacts with grantees;
• Organizing meetings for visiting grantees;
• Attending conferences, meetings and other events;
• Providing support for considering and awarding grants to nongovernmental organizations working on democracy-building programs in Europe and Eurasia;

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; 
• Knowledge of the political and social issues in the region;
• Strong written and oral communications skills in English and Russian (knowledge of Ukrainian is desirable but not required);
• Administrative support experience;
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Authorization to work in the US (non-US citizens must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship for a visa).

To Apply: 
Applicants should send a resume, salary requirements and cover letter with three references to jobs@ned.org. Please include Eurasia Program Assistant #9014 in the subject line.

Project Advisor - Central Asia

Organization: Population Services International

Website: PSI

Title: Project Advisor - Central Asia

Location: Kazakhstan

Salary: Not Listed

Description: 
The Project Advisor will be responsible for providing overall functional and technical assistance to the HOP. This includes, but is not limited to:

--Provide a leadership role in all operational and financial aspects of the program

--In collaboration with the Project Director and Director of Finance, ensure sound financial management of the HOP, including programmatic budgeting, quarterly spending projections, monthly spending reviews, and monitoring of payments

--In collaboration with the Project Director, effectively collaborate with all key stakeholders throughout the project life

--Ensure all donor and PSI reporting requirements are fulfilled in a timely and high quality manner

--Provide guidance and mentoring to host country national staff on the effective monitoring and evaluation of the program; provide guidance and mentoring as they develop BCC materials and outreach activities, which are evidence-based and respond to the needs of the program

--Assist with the development of HOP strategic work plans with clear objectives and achievement benchmarks and detailed implementation plans

--Lead the preparation of annual research, communications and marketing plans for all program areas

--Work closely with the HOP Technical Deputy Project Director and Country Coordinators to transfer key technical, functional and managerial skills through mentoring and coaching

--Manage all HOP related procurement in coordination with PSI's Procurement Department in Washington, DC

--Provide technical support on the development of new initiatives, including proposal development


Qualifications:
--Masters in Business Administration, Public Affairs, International Relations, Public Health or related discipline including at least 3 yrs of relevant work experience

--Experience to include working with cross-cultural teams, preferably in the Central Asia Region

--Experience may be considered in lieu of stated qualifications

--Proven and tested management, marketing, research and/or BCC work experience in an international development context

--Proven and tested capacity building skills leading to the long-term professional development of team members

--Proven and tested experience developing and effectively managing government, other stakeholder and partner relationships

--Strong knowledge of international development and HIV/AIDS and TB issues, preferably in the Central Asia Region

--Familiarity with USAID reporting requirements

--Excellent diplomatic, presentation, interpersonal and oral/written communication skills

--Fluency in English required, Russian proficiency preferred



To Apply: 
Online Application

Program Coordinator

Organization: Center for Safe Energy

Website: Center for Safe Energy

Title: Program Coordinator

Location: Berkeley, California

Salary:  Compensation is dependent on experience.

Description: 
The Center is seeking a Program Coordinator who will work on a project-basis approximately nine months out of the year. The Coordinator would coordinate with the Program Manager organizing and facilitating programs for delegations of government and NGO leaders from the former Soviet Union sponsored by the U.S. Congress’s Open World Leadership Center (www.openworld.gov). Coordinator would monitor budget and financial reporting.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

EVENT PLANNING:
1. Communicating with NGO and government leaders in the FSU and the US
2. Facilitating week-long delegations of Russian-speaking community leaders from the former Soviet Union in the Bay Area
3. Recruiting host families
4. Scheduling professional meetings
5. Organizing public presentations for delegates
6. Arranging transportation, meals and cultural activities

ADMINISTRATION:
1. Organizing and maintaining office files
2. Providing administrative support to the Center’s Director and Program Manager
3. Assisting with grant reporting
4. Preparing program materials
5. Managing website content management
6. Ordering office supplies
7. Troubleshooting on PC

ACCOUNTING AND DEVELOPMENT:
1. Preparing financial documents and reports for grants in excel
2. Monitoring program budgets
3. Reconciling local bank account and submit monthly reconciliation using QuickBooks
4. Issuing check requests using QuickBooks
5. Processing donations
6. Maintaining database

HOURS: 16-40 hours per week, depending on project
Flexible evening and weekend hours  

Qualifications: 
--BA degree plus 3 years experience in the environmental, non-profit, or political field that includes grants administration, budget responsibility and financial analysis
--Excellent writing and verbal skills
--Experience with office systems, equipment, budgets and spreadsheets
--Computer literacy on PC programs: Excel, Filemaker, Outlook, Microsoft Word and preferably QuickBooks, although not required
--Experience with event planning
--Attention to details especially financial data
--Self-motivation and independence
--Must be flexible and possess excellent interpersonal skills
--Experience with grant-writing and reporting
--Interest in the countries of the former Soviet Union, environmental and energy issues
--Inter-cultural sensitivity
--Ability to work under ambiguity and in an environment of constant change
--Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle or manage multiple project deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
--Must be available to work evenings and weekends

To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to Melissa Prager via email: cseprograms@igc.org 

Fellowship Openings

Greetings all.  Several fellowship competitions are now open for study in the spring 2010, summer 2010, and academic year 2010-2011.  They include:

Fulbright fellowships
NSEP Boren scholarships and fellowships
Gilman scholarships
CDS Alfa fellowships
IREX fellowships

Some have deadlines approaching soon, such as the Fulbright.  I will be posting information on each soon, but you may want to check them out before hand to see what information you need to gather and produce.

Campaigner - Eurasia Team

Organization: Amnesty International  

Website: Amnesty International

Title: Campaigner - Eurasia Team

Location: London, UK

Salary:  £31,104 per annum, relocation package, and work permit

Description:
To develop and implement campaigning strategies, managing and coordinating actions on human rights concerns by using and developing knowledge on specific countries or other geographical and thematic areas, and supporting and liaising with the Amnesty International movement and outside networks to ensure maximum impact.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To contribute to the development of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact, and to lead on the development and implementation of specific campaigning strategies to support them, managing and coordinating actions on human rights concerns in specific countries and other geographical or thematic areas aimed at effecting change in the human rights situation;
2. To support and liaise with Amnesty International membership structures and maintain and develop networks of national and international NGOs and other external partners in the development and implementation of campaigning strategies and plans;
3. To write or otherwise devise campaigning and other materials for external and internal use, such as reports, annual report entries, public statements, web features, audio-visual materials and government correspondence;
4. To research the most effective ways to campaign on human rights concerns and monitor and conduct evaluations of campaigning strategies and plans;
5. To monitor and analyze political and human rights developments and conduct research as appropriate into human rights contexts and individual cases, including by participating in field research and through contact with partners on the ground;
6. To communicate Amnesty International’s concerns, positions and key messages to Amnesty International’s membership, civil society organizations and at other forums, including through lobbying at relevant public forums in relation to campaigning priorities; and, in addition, as appropriate, represent Amnesty International in governmental, inter-governmental and various public forums, as well as with the news media and others;
7. To contribute to the development of programme-wide strategies and plans for research and campaigning and provide input into internal discussions on the Amnesty International mission, policy, organizational and other issues in order to increase the effectiveness of Amnesty International’s work;
8. To participate in the coordination of the work of the team and contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use, including through setting priorities, preparing work plans, monitoring their progress and maintaining basic budgets;
9. To perform all necessary administrative tasks to ensure effective self-servicing, participate in the recruitment and induction of new staff and consultants and perform other corporate tasks as appropriate.

Qualifications: 

Campaigning Skills
• Experience of involvement in campaigns, preferably on human rights
• Knowledge and ability to devise, implement and evaluate campaigning strategies
• Ability to select campaigning techniques for a diverse range of human rights violations and appropriate to the political context, available resources and desirable impact.
• Ability to write campaigning material in English, based on diverse factual information
• Ability to motivate and inspire others towards activism for change.
• Ability to represent Amnesty International in a variety of forums, particularly with civil society and Amnesty International membership.

Research Skills
• Ability to collect, record, analyze, evaluate and synthesize information on which to base campaigning
• Ability to discriminate between types of information, i.e. facts, views, opinions.
• Ability to present written information in a clear, concise and accurate manner

Regional Knowledge
• Knowledge of the Eurasia region, including the human rights situation and the social/political context
Knowledge of and commitment to human rights
• Knowledge of regional and UN human rights standards and monitoring bodies and mechanisms.
• Demonstrated concern for human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an organization, involvement in human rights advocacy

Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and express fluently, clearly and concisely complex information in English, both orally and in writing
• Fluent Russian reading and speaking

Coordination and organizational skills
• Experience of managing conflicting demands, meeting deadlines and adjusting priorities.
• Ability to undertake administrative tasks and use and maintain office systems, including electronic ones.

Teamwork
• Experience of working in a team.
• Understanding of the importance of efficient communication for the coordination and effective functioning of teams.



To Apply:

Online Application
Paper Application

Researcher on Uzbekistan

Organization: Human Rights Watch

Website: HRW

Title: Researcher on Uzbekistan

Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Salary: HRW seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation and generous employer-paid benefits.  HRW will pay reasonable relocation expenses and will assist employees in obtaining necessary work authorization, if required; citizens of all nationalities are encouraged to apply. 

Description:  
This Associate position, based in the Moscow office, will provide HRW's Moscow-based staff with logistical, administrative, and clerical assistance, including, but not limited to: maintaining extensive files, contact lists, and databases; maintaining communication among HRW's Moscow office and international offices; drafting and editing correspondence and other documents; retrieving and responding to requests for information; preparing, formatting and distributing documents such as press releases, reports, tables, charts, briefing papers, publications and web content; preparing for and taking minutes at meetings; arranging meetings; assisting with special events; assisting with hiring and training; assisting with travel arrangements and follow-up; assisting with research for HRW reports and other publications, and occasional translating; processing expenses and recording departmental finances; updating ECA's website to keep pace with events; photocopying filing, faxing, answering phones, and processing incoming mail.

This is a full-time opportunity for candidates with a strong interest in a future career in international human rights as it offers close supervision by HRW staff and the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to the work of an international human rights organization.  The Associate may have the opportunity to assist HRW's Moscow staff with research and monitoring activities, including interacting with local and international organizations, Russian officials, and visiting foreign delegations; helping with the collection of evidence of human rights abuses, including taking complaints; attending and taking notes at trials; and other tasks as they may arise.This is a full-time appointment in HRW's Europe and Central Asia ("ECA") division, to be based in Tashkent.  The Researcher will be responsible for developing and implementing research and advocacy agendas focusing on Uzbekistan.


Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring, investigating and documenting human rights abuses in Uzbekistan based on fact-finding field investigations as well as information gathered from other sources;
• Interviewing victims and witnesses to document human rights violations;
• Analyzing the compatibility of Uzbekistan's laws and policies with human rights law;
• Maintaining working relationships with local and regional human rights activists, journalists, diplomats and others;  
• Developing local, regional and international advocacy strategies to generate pressure for improvements in practices in Uzbekistan;
• Working with local groups and activists, including through coalition work and campaigns with local groups;
• Expanding contacts with government officials and human rights groups in Uzbekistan, and international organizations, the diplomatic community and multilateral institutions based in the region;
• Developing media strategies to highlight human rights issues in Uzbekistan;
• Producing, in a concise, accurate and timely manner, a range of written documents including detailed reports, shorter briefing memos, press releases, op-eds and letters to officials;
• Responding promptly to queries from the press, the public and colleagues in the human rights community; and
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications: 
The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in law, international relations, regional studies, journalism or a related field; several years of human rights experience, ideally with significant experience conducting on the ground research; and a demonstrated commitment to international human rights. Experience interacting with the media is highly desirable.  HRW seeks applicants who can be based full-time at the organization's office in Tashkent.  Candidates should be prepared to travel extensively in the region and occasionally to New York for consultations.  Candidates should be fluent in Russian and have excellent oral and written English skills.   Proficiency in Uzbek is desirable.

To Apply:
(no calls or email inquiries, please) by emailing in a single submission: a letter of interest describing your experience, your resume, names or letters of reference, salary requirements, and a brief writing sample (unedited by others) to eca@hrw.org.  Please use "Uzbekistan Researcher Ref ECA-09-1033-A" as the subject of your email.  If emailing is not possible, send materials (please do not split a submission between email and regular post) to:

Human Rights Watch
Attn: Researcher Search (Uzbekistan Researcher Ref ECA-09-1033-A)
350 Fifth Avenue, 34th Floor
New York, NY 10118-3299 USA
Fax: (212) 736-1300

Russia Program Grants Manager

Organization: Pacific Environment

Website: Pacific Environment

Title: Russia Program Grants Manager

Location: San Francisco, California

Salary:  Compensation is dependent on experience.

Description:
Pacific Environment’s Russia Program supports grassroots Russian environmental organizations, primarily in Siberia and the Russian Far East. The Grants Manager is primarily responsible for coordinating the Russia Program subgranting process and promoting capacity building among partners. Subgrant management includes reviewing proposals, preparing grant agreements and payments, monitoring reporting and compliance, and maintaining Pacific Environment’s subgrants database. Traditional capacity building involves helping partners develop skills in organizational management, including fundraising, leadership, staff development, budgeting, and strategic planning. The Grants Manager will be a full member of the Russia Team and will be responsible for providing research, writing, translation, and logistical support for Pacific Environment’s Russia Program. The Grants Manager will be based in Pacific Environment's main office in San Francisco, California, and will report to the Russia Program Director.

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This position is ideally suited for someone with a BA or BS in Russian, environmental studies, or international affairs and who has at least 2-3 years of experience working with a not-for-profit organization. The position is full time and provides a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package.

To Apply:
Email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by September 8, 2009 to the following address (*no* phone calls, please):

Leah Zimmerman
Russia Program Director
Pacific Environment
San Francisco, CA
Email: hr@pacificenvironment.org

Associate - Moscow

Organization: Human Rights Watch

Website: HRW

Title: Associate - Moscow

Location: Moscow, Russia

Salary: Human Rights Watch offers excellent employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, disability and life insurance, an outstanding pension plan, and 20 days vacation per year.

Description:  
This Associate position, based in the Moscow office, will provide HRW's Moscow-based staff with logistical, administrative, and clerical assistance, including, but not limited to: maintaining extensive files, contact lists, and databases; maintaining communication among HRW's Moscow office and international offices; drafting and editing correspondence and other documents; retrieving and responding to requests for information; preparing, formatting and distributing documents such as press releases, reports, tables, charts, briefing papers, publications and web content; preparing for and taking minutes at meetings; arranging meetings; assisting with special events; assisting with hiring and training; assisting with travel arrangements and follow-up; assisting with research for HRW reports and other publications, and occasional translating; processing expenses and recording departmental finances; updating ECA's website to keep pace with events; photocopying filing, faxing, answering phones, and processing incoming mail.

This is a full-time opportunity for candidates with a strong interest in a future career in international human rights as it offers close supervision by HRW staff and the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to the work of an international human rights organization.  The Associate may have the opportunity to assist HRW's Moscow staff with research and monitoring activities, including interacting with local and international organizations, Russian officials, and visiting foreign delegations; helping with the collection of evidence of human rights abuses, including taking complaints; attending and taking notes at trials; and other tasks as they may arise.

Qualifications: 
Candidates must be self-motivated, extremely well-organized, collegial, culturally sensitive, flexible and able to function under pressure and handle numerous tasks simultaneously. S/he must be able to take initiative, prioritize with minimal supervision, and work independently as well as function as a member of a team.   Fluent oral and written English and Russian language skills are required.  Strong interest in international human rights, as well as a degree in International Relations and/or relevant regional or thematic study or experience, is highly desirable.  The candidate must have solid office/administration experience, demonstrated organizational skills, and excellent computer skills.

To Apply:

(no calls or email inquiries, please) by emailing in a single submission: a letter of interest describing your experience, your resume, names or letters of reference, salary requirements and a brief, unedited writing sample to eca@hrw.org.  Please use "Associate, Moscow Office Ref ECA-09-1032-A" as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed. It is preferred that all materials be submitted via email. If emailing is not possible, send materials (please do not split a submission between email and regular post) to:


Human Rights Watch
Attn: Search Committee (Associate, Moscow Office Ref ECA-09-1032-A)
350 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10118-3299 USA
Fax: (212) 736-1300