Showing posts with label Scholarships. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scholarships. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Indigenous Fellowship Programme

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The candidate must be indigenous (non-indigenous persons will not be taken into consideration, even if they have close links with indigenous communities and/or organizations).

Age should not be a limitation to participation in the programme.

Formal education should not be a limitation to participation in the IFP given the socio-economic barriers confronted by many indigenous peoples that limit access to formal educational institutions.

Candidates should agree to train other indigenous persons after the return to their respective communities/organizations.

The candidate should be proposed, and his/her candidacy supported by his/her indigenous organization and/or community. It is desirable that the sponsoring organization has a firm constituency or membership and that it is representative.

The candidate should have a good working knowledge of the language in which the programme is imparted.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

   
Core flexible funding to emerging youth climate justice collectives. 

Groups can apply for a grant of up to USD 10,000 which can be used for a period of 12 months. We also provide youth-to-youth capacity development and resource sharing to empower young people to drive change and build a just and sustainable future.

We base our work on strong principles and key values that help guide our work and hold us to our goal.

Before you apply, please ensure that you have read our criteria and grantmaking process. You can review the application questions offline and reach out for support in completing your application by downloading our application package which is available in Arabic, English, French, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish and Swahili.

To submit an application, you'll need a Submittable account. Visit this page for help or questions about using Submittable.

Grant applications accepted from 23 August to 24 September 2023.

Nuffield International Scholarships - Agriculture

   
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR 2024!
  • To be awarded a 2024 scholarship, an application/interview process is held in 2023 and the scholarship commences in 2024.
  • Each scholarship bursary is valued at US $25,000
TO BE ELIGIBLE, YOU MUST BE:
  • An individual who makes a living from agriculture, either as a primary producer or working in the industry.
  • Typically between 25 and 45 years of age, but exceptional candidates outside that age range will be considered.
  • Seeking to develop capacity and experience through travel and exploration.
  • Living and working in countries where Nuffield International scholarships are available: Argentina, Chile, Germany, Japan, Kenya, Poland, USA and Zimbabwe.
APPLICATION DATES:20 July 2023: Applications open
  • 7 October 2023: Applications close
  • 19-31 October 2023: Scholarship interviews, either face-to-face or via video link
  • 14 November 2023: 2023 Scholars announced
All Scholars will begin their scholarship in 2024.

COMPULSORY DATES:
  • 9-17 March 2024: Contemporary Scholars Conference, in Brazil
  • Between April 2024 and October 2024: Global Focus Program (GFP) group tours of 5 weeks duration
  • March 2024 - February 2025: Individual research component of 7 weeks
  • Early-2025: Final written report submitted
SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW:

Successful candidates must:
  • Speak fluent English.
  • Review and sign a contract outlining the obligations of both parties.
  • Participate in pre-travel activities with scholars/management (webinars/virtual meetings).
  • Identify an industry mentor and commit to submitting quarterly reports sharing insight on progress, activities, and travel throughout the scholarship.
  • Attend the 2024 Nuffield International Contemporary Scholars Conference (CSC).
  • Participate in a 5-week 2024 Global Focus Program (GFP) travel experience.
  • Complete a minimum of 7-weeks of self-organised travel focusing on the personal research topic. Up to two weeks can include research in your home country, subject to approval of a proposed itinerary. A spouse/partner is able to travel with you at their own cost.
  • Submit a 10,000-word culminating report by early-2025, outlining your study topic, travels, research, and findings.
  • Present your scholarship outcomes and report findings at a key industry meeting in your home country.
AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS:

Read more and apply: https://nuffieldinternational.org/scholarships

Thursday, August 24, 2023

African Career Acceleration Fellowships

   
The Crick Africa Network (CAN) is offering African Career Acceleration Fellowships supported by LifeArc for early-career biomedical scientists to develop translational scientific programmes and become independent scientists.

Looking for ambitious early-career African scientists who can demonstrate strong scientific and leadership potential, a keen interest in translational science, and a commitment to establishing their own research groups and continuing their careers on the African continent.

The fellows will also be expected to spend some time in the United Kingdom, to use the research and laboratory facilities at the Francis Crick Institute and LifeArc.

Fellows will have the opportunity to be supported by one or more of the Crick’s 21 science technology platforms (STPs). LifeArc will also deliver translational development courses and host fellows for three to 12 months at one of their UK laboratories.

Mentorship from the chosen African partner institute, the Crick, and LifeArc will support with grant writing, publishing, research ethics and translation.

There is a strong ethos of collaboration and interaction across the network and fellows will be encouraged to learn from one another, as well as their mentors. The fellowships will cover salary, research costs, research assistant salary, and travel and subsistence costs.

Read more and apply: https://www.crick.ac.uk/research/research-partnerships/strategic-partnerships/crick-africa-network/african-career-acceleration-fellowships

Applications are now open until the 12th of November 2023.

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

The Queen Elizabeth II Academy for Leadership in International Affairs

   
The Leadership Masterclass Programme is a career development programme by the Academy. It runs for nine months and is a part-time option for working professionals running from early October 2023 to June 2024 in parallel with Academy fellowships. It is sponsored by the Asfari Foundation, Robert Bosch Stiftung and Mo Ibrahim Foundation.

Established in 2017, the Leadership Masterclass Programme offers participants the opportunity to engage and build their capacity for independent thinking on global policy issues and leadership by participating in a variety of regular sessions and activities, all held at Chatham House with world-class experts. They also have the environment to develop a network with other like-minded individuals, all with the support of a professional career coach.

Read more and apply: https://careers.chathamhouse.org/jobs/3049601-leadership-masterclass-programme-2023-24

Applications are open between 10am BST on Wednesday 9 August and 10am BST on Monday 4 September 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the closing date may be brought forward if needed, therefore applicants are encouraged to apply early.

AAI 2024 Applications are Now Open

   
The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) was established in 2014 to support orphaned African students who aspire to pursue higher education. AAI recognizes that the loss of parents can be a significant barrier to educational access for many talented and motivated young Africans.

Through scholarships, mentorship, and various support programs, AAI aims to bridge this gap and empower these students to achieve their dreams and positively impact their communities.

One of the cornerstones of the Ashinaga Africa Initiative is its leadership program, which offers financial support for higher education to orphaned students from across the African continent. The scholarships cover tuition fees, accommodation, and other essential expenses, ensuring that financial constraints do not impede the pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.

Read more and apply: https://www.ashinaga.org/en/media/featured-news/31495

Lusophone Deadline: 20th October 2023 (12:00GMT)

Anglophone and Francophone Deadline: 12th January 2024 (12:00GMT)

Call for applications: European Union Paid Traineeships

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The European Commission proposes 2 types of traineeship: an Administrative Traineeship or a Translation Traineeship with the Directorate-General for Translation (DGT).

The traineeship programme is open to all eligible candidates whatever their citizenship, regardless of their sex, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, membership of a national minority, disability, age or sexual orientation. You can find more about equal opportunities on this page.

Trainees work all over the European Commission, its services and agencies, mostly in Brussels, but also in Luxembourg and elsewhere across the European Union.

Subsequent career opportunities may vary between these different entities.

The nature of your work will depend on the service you are assigned to.

You may, for example, work in the field of competition law, human resources, environmental policy, translation, etc.

Read more and apply: https://traineeships.ec.europa.eu/about/recruitment-procedure

Monday, August 21, 2023

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme for International Students

   
Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.

Fellowship Award

The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$331,200 (approximately US$42,460) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$13,800 (approximately US$1,760) per year for each awardee for a period up to three years. 300 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2024/25 academic year. For awardees who need more than three years to complete the PhD degree, additional support may be provided by the chosen universities. For details, please contact the universities concerned directly.

UNU-WIDER - Visiting PhD Fellowship

   
Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme gives registered doctoral students the opportunity to utilize the resources and facilities at UNU-WIDER for their PhD dissertation or thesis research on developing economies, and to work with our researchers in areas of mutual interest.

Visiting PhD fellows typically spend three consecutive months at UNU-WIDER before returning to their home institution. During the programme, fellows prepare one or more research papers and present a seminar on their research findings. They may also have the opportunity to publish their research in the WIDER Working Paper Series.

Read more and apply: https://www.wider.unu.edu/opportunity/visiting-phd-fellowship

Deadlines for submission of applications are 31 March and 30 September 23:59 UTC+3 each year.

Thursday, August 10, 2023

AGNES-BAYER Research Grant

   
2023 Call for Applications

AGNES-BAYER Research Grant

Ongoing | Deadline: August 30th, 2023 (00.00 GMT)

Funded by
Bayer Foundation

Target
Junior with minimum of 1 published scientific paper and currently registered for a Doctoral degree.

Grant amount
EUR 7,000

The AGNES-BAYER Science Foundation Research Grant for Biodiversity Conservation & Sustainable Agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa enables doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries to undertake outstanding research activities in Biodiversity conservation and sustainable agriculture.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme

   
The TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme provides postdoctoral researchers from sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, with the opportunity to make a three-month ‘Cooperation Visit’ to a research institute in Germany. Such visits must be undertaken within 12 months of the award.

The aim of the visit is to initiate research collaboration between African and German scientists with the ultimate goal of developing longer-term links, perhaps through other Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, or German Research Foundation) programmes. DFG will cover travel expenses and provide subsistence costs for the stay in Germany. The administration and financial operation of TWAS is undertaken by UNESCO in accordance with an agreement signed by the two organizations.

Deadline: 6 September 2023

Read more and apply: https://twas.org/opportunity/twas-dfg-cooperation-visits-programme

Sunday, August 6, 2023

TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme for Researchers from Africa

   
The TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme provides postdoctoral researchers from sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, with the opportunity to make a three-month ‘Cooperation Visit’ to a research institute in Germany. Such visits must be undertaken within 12 months of the award.

The aim of the visit is to initiate research collaboration between African and German scientists with the ultimate goal of developing longer-term links, perhaps through other Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, or German Research Foundation) programmes. DFG will cover travel expenses and provide subsistence costs for the stay in Germany. The administration and financial operation of TWAS is undertaken by UNESCO in accordance with an agreement signed by the two organizations.

Deadline: 6 September 2023

Read more and apply at https://twas.org/opportunity/twas-dfg-cooperation-visits-programme

Apply for Visa Africa Accelerator Program for Fintech Startups

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Unlock your startup's potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of fintech with the Visa Accelerator program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa's brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities.

Are you ready to disrupt the industry, revolutionize finance, and make an impact in the ecosystem? Join us on this exciting 3-months journey to propel your startup towards unprecedented growth and recognition. It's time to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and forge a path to success in the vibrant fintech landscape.  

Eisenhower Fellowships Global Program for Mid-Career Professionals

   
In spring 2024, Eisenhower Fellowships will assemble a diverse group of visionaries from across the globe and invite them to the United States for a unique five-week program with both in-person and virtual components. Fellows will develop a project, foster professional relationships and launch dynamic, concrete collaborations with their American counterparts, their cohort and the prestigious EF network of over 2500 Fellows from 115 countries.

Applications open June 16 – August 7, 2023.

Read more and apply at https://www.efworld.org/apply-now/

Old Mutual Investment Group Imfundo Trust Scholarship

   
The Imfundo Trust is an Old Mutual Investment Group scholarship initiative that aims to provide funding for students with a particular interest in the investments industry thereby supporting its transformation.

Imfundo means education in Nguni and true to its name, since its inception in 2011, the Trust assists black students, particularly women, to pursue their tertiary education at select South African universities.

Read more and apply at https://studytrust.org.za/old-mutual

France - South Africa Scholarship

   
The 2024 call for applications is now open. The deadline for final submissions is 16 October 2023 23:59

Applicants are invited to carefully read the rulebook for the France - South Africa Scholarship Programme and the frequently asked questions. You can also consult the Campus France South Africa website to find more details on higher education institutions and study programmes in France. If you need any help or advice on finding the most appropriate programme for you, you can consult and contact Campus France South Africa.

World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program

   
The Africa regions of the World Bank Group (WBG) announce the opening of the application period for the 2024 WBG Africa Fellowship Program for Ph.D. candidates and recent Ph.D. graduates who are Sub-Saharan Africa nationals. Women are encouraged to apply. Through the fellowship, we aim to build the capacity of the next generation of African change-makers in development research and policymaking and assist poverty reduction in the region.

To be considered you must be a Ph.D. candidate or recent graduate (within three years of Ph.D. completion) from Sub-Saharan Africa. See full eligibility criteria below.

If accepted, you will:
  • spend six months getting hands-on experience at the WBG headquarters in Washington D.C. or a country office. The fellowship requires in-person availability for the period January-June 2024.
  • work on research, economic policy, technical assistance, and lending operations that contribute to the WBG’s goals of eliminating poverty and increasing shared prosperity.
Click here to apply for the WBG Africa Fellowship Program: Apply Now

Application Deadline: August 25, 2023

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Pan African University Scholarships for Masters or PhD degree programmes

   
Young, qualified, talented and enterprising applicants from African countries and the African Diaspora are invited to apply to join Masters or PhD degree programmes

Applications should be completed online at https://www.au-pau.org/submission
Closing date for the submission of applications with all supporting documents
10 September 2023. Applications received after this deadline will NOT be considered.

Read more at https://www.au-pau.org/submission

Thursday, August 3, 2023

PhD position: Doctoral student in Computer Science with focus on Robotics and Human-Robot Interaction

   
The Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University, is currently accepting applications for a fully funded PhD position (4 years full-time), starting at the earliest convenience.

It is seeking a candidate with a keen interest in Robotics and Autonomous Systems, focusing specifically on Human-Robot Interaction.

The Robotics and Semantic Systems (RSS) is a growing division with collaborating groups with research and teaching in AI, Machine Learning, Robotics and Robotic Learning, Human-Robot Interaction, and Natural Language Processing. Together with the Dept. of Automatic Control, the division operates RobotLab LTH (https://robotics.lth.se), which grants access to many types of robots.

The focus of the PhD project will be human-robot collaboration, specifically investigating robot-to-human handover tasks, e.g. for surgical instruments. A detailed description of the project can be found at https://cs.lth.se/topp-elinanna/phd-project/. The project is funded by WASP and connected to the WASP Research Arena “Robotics”, providing ample opportunity for data collection and result demonstrations in addition to our own facilities at Lund University.

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

PhD Degree – Fully Funded: Doctoral student in Enzyme design and synthesis driven by CO2 and light

   
PhD position summary/title: Doctoral student in Enzyme design and synthesis driven by CO2 and light

With a growing population and a reduction in the available natural resources on our planet, there is a great need for an innovative way of producing sustainable chemicals. The main purpose of this research project is to develop methods for sustainable enzymatic production of added-value chemicals driven by CO2 and LEDs. The position is an opportunity to join the enzyme design and engineering team in Syrén’s group to develop new-to-nature biotransformations by designer enzymes. The research area includes enzyme discovery, sequence-based enzyme design, ancestral sequence reconstruction and development of chemoenzymatic cascades, enzyme technology. Tools for in silico enzyme design will be used to generate designer enzymes that will then be employed in synthesis involving photocatalysis and CO2 for applications within platform chemicals, materials and additives. The work will be placed at the School of Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health at KTH.

Deadline : 31 August 2023

Click here to view details and Apply