May 09, 2008
U of Colorado - Instructorship in Persian/Farsi Language
The Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Colorado invites applications for an instructor in Persian/Farsi language. (The Department is expanding its scope to include other geographical areas of Asia and anticipates being renamed Asian Languages and Civilizations shortly.) Initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of renewal. Responsibilities will normally include teaching three Farsi language classes per semester (beginning through advanced) and service related to the development of a strong Farsi language program. Minimum of MA degree in Farsi or related field; native or near-native fluency in Farsi and English; and demonstrated expertise in teaching Farsi at the university level, knowledge of current pedagogical approaches, expertise in using current technologies in language instruction, dynamism, and leadership qualities required. Review of applications will begin May 05, 2008. The position will remain open until filled. Send letter of application, CV, teaching video and portfolio (statement of teaching philosophy, past syllabi, evaluations, etc.), and three letters of recommendation to Chair, East Asian Languages and Civilizations, 279 UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309-0279. See www.Colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/Jobs/ for full job description. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
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April 14, 2008
Solidarity Center- Program Officer II
JOB TITLE: Program Officer II — country(ies) focus to be determined
CLASSIFICATION: Professional II
STATUS: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Position
Starting Salary: $54,212
This position is based in Washington, DC.
Please note the following requirements:
-Excellent oral communications and writing skills in the English language.
-Experience in economic, social & political development and assistance programming.
-Fluency in the Arabic language (Modern Standard Arabic and a dialect) and conversant in Arab social, political, and cultural issues.
Desirable qualifications are:
-Strong research skills.
-Excellent analytical skills.
-Knowledge of labor, economics, trade, privatization and migrant worker issues.
-Experience in working with organizations in the Middle East & living in the MENA region.
-Prior experience in developing training programs.
-Strong program development, financial management, and evaluation skills.
-Prior knowledge of democracy & governance funding sources in the DC area and in the USA.
-Prior experience working in a team environment at an NGO with headquarters and field offices.
-Knowledge of international worker rights instruments and global labor organizations (ITUC, & various sectoral groups or Global Union Federations).
-Previous trade union experience is desirable.
Summary of Position
The Program Officer II is responsible for day-to-day contact with and support to field offices and programs. S/he is conversant with all aspects of regional program activities and current events relevant to the ongoing political, economic, social, and trade union developments in the region. S/he is the main contact between the Washington office and the field.
The Program Officer II writes persuasive proposals, describes complex activities, and develops budgets for those activities. S/he participates in the development and implementation of education, training, and other programs. S/he has the writing skills necessary to produce program reports and evaluations. S/he tracks program budgets and activities. S/he prepares and exchanges information and coordinates activities with other sections of the Solidarity Center, as required.
The Program Officer II assists the Regional Program Director or the Senior Program Officer on details of programs in assigned country(ies) of responsibility. S/he works closely with AFL-CIO affiliates to coordinate their participation in the development and implementation of Solidarity Center programs, at the request of the Regional Program Director and within approved communications guidelines. At the direction of the Regional Program Director and on the basis of the needs of the Solidarity Center, the Program Officer may be assigned to any program office on a temporary basis. S/he assists with and, when necessary, provides logistical support for international visitors and participants in Washington-based programs conducted by the Solidarity Center, AFL-CIO, affiliates, Global Union Federations, and/or other related organizations. S/he represents the Center at various meetings and conferences and coordinates with Washington-based NGOs, and U.S. government agencies. S/he travels to the region and can, on a temporary basis, fill in for field representatives.
Basic Qualifications
A Program Officer II must have broad knowledge of international relations including trade union and socio-economic and political developments in the United States and abroad. Previous trade union experience is highly desirable. S/he must be able to work independently and complete assignments with limited supervision. S/he must be capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously. S/he must have, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, labor relations, or a related field and/or seven years of equivalent work experience. Good communications and writing skills are a must. Computer literacy for word processing and simple spreadsheets is required. A Program Officer II must be able to work and interact easily with a wide variety of people. Persons considered for this position must agree to serve abroad in both temporary and long-term positions, based on the needs of the Solidarity Center. Fluency in a foreign language is a plus and may be a requirement for some Program Officer positions.
Supervisor: Regional Program Director for the Middle East and North Africa
Specific Duties
-Provide specified field offices with programmatic financial and administrative support.
-Write/edit proposals, reports, letters, and other correspondence.
-Conduct issue research for use by Solidarity Center headquarters and field offices.
-Assist field offices in arranging study tours in the United States for visitors from the region, and conduct meetings with a wide variety of visitors from the region who are involved in efforts to promote worker rights and standards and democracy.
-Coordinate activities with the Solidarity Center’s other program and functional offices.
-Assist, as required, the Solidarity Center’s other program and functional offices.
-Develop coalition-building contacts with U.S. labor, government, and non-governmental organizations in the Washington area.
-Provide guidance to field offices on AFL-CIO and Solidarity Center policies and priorities, and serve as a liaison between the Center and AFL-CIO affiliates, GUFs, ICFTU, its regional organizations, and the ILO.
-Assist field offices in program planning.
-Develop and implement regional and sub-regional programs and programs in countries without a resident field representative.
-Provide field offices with information on USAID, NED, and U.S. government rules and regulations that affect program management.
-Recruit outside program consultants and other technical staff in accordance with field needs.
-Provide technical assistance and support to conduct program evaluations of field projects and recruiting evaluators.
-Support field trips by Solidarity Center personnel.
-Share information on country conditions and labor issues as requested by Washington-based U.S. government offices and Congress.
-Travel on a TDY basis to conduct and/or oversee program development and/or implementation in countries without a Solidarity Center field office.
-Work closely with AFL-CIO affiliates to coordinate their participation in the development and implementation of Solidarity Center programs, within approved communications guidelines.
-Monitor programs to meet budget targets.
-Represent the Solidarity Center as directed.
-Perform other related duties as assigned.
The duration of this position, as with all positions at the Solidarity Center, is contingent upon continued grant funding.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and résumé to Lisa Humphries, Human Resources Officer, Solidarity Center, 888 16th Street, N.W., Suite 400, Washington, DC 20006; by e-mail to lhumphries@solidaritycenter.org; or by fax to 202-974-8266.
The Solidarity Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Closing date of application: When filled.
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Solidarity Center- Country Program Director, Kuwait
JOB TITLE: Country Program Director, Kuwait
GRADE: I-A
STATUS: Exempt
Field Staff Association Position
The following position is available in the Middle East and North Africa Office, contingent on funding approval.
This position is based in Kuwait City, Kuwait, and will cover Gulf (North) countries — Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — in close cooperation with the CPD based in Muscat, Oman, who covers Gulf (South), i.e., Oman, Bahrain, and Yemen.
Please note the following requirements:
-Excellent writing and communications skills in the English language.
-Knowledge of international relations and trade union developments in the United States and abroad.
-Trade union experience.
Experience highly desirable:
-Proficiency in the Arabic language.
-Knowledge of any South and Southeast Asian languages such as Bahasa Indonesia, Tamil, Bengali, Hindi, etc.
-Extensive experience working on Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and migrant worker issues; excellent knowledge of the international conventions, available legal tools and mechanisms, and case studies of successes and failures; and ability to develop and implement programs/activities to fight TIP and advocate for migrant worker rights.
-Extensive experience with demonstrated abilities as a trainer and facilitator, with experience in developing and implementing effective workshops, seminars, and round-table discussions with clear objectives, and using effective adult education training methods (including developing an effective use of training materials).
-Extensive experience in working with trade unions and civil society organizations to build coalitions and networks for advocacy purposes.
-Extensive experience in managing a new project in a country where there have been no Solidarity Center programs in the past.
-Ability to build solid relationships with partners and funders.
-Ability to network with other organizations in addition to introducing partners to overall Solidarity Center programs in other countries/regions.
-Extensive knowledge of the “ABCs” of how to build a labor movement and give good counsel and advice, especially in a political environment that is still highly controlled/top down yet with room for expansion.
-Ability to coordinate with other programs in the MENA region and work as a member of a team (in DC and in the field).
Summary of Position
The Country Program Director is responsible for the effective management of a field office and field programs. S/he is the representative of the Solidarity Center and the AFL-CIO in the country or region of assignment. S/he is thoroughly conversant with all aspects of regional program activities and current events relevant to the ongoing political, economic, social, and trade union developments in the country or region. The Country Program Director has sound judgment and a good political sense that facilitate decision-making, particularly for times when headquarters cannot be reached for consultation. S/he has a working knowledge of and experience in U.S. government regulations and procedures related to the funding and management of grants.
The Country Program Director designs and implements field programs. S/he draws on her/his experience to write persuasive concept papers and proposals and seek funding for programs that address the needs of the partner trade unions, the AFL-CIO, and the U.S. strategy for the country or region. S/he monitors programs for progress toward expected programmatic results as well as compliance with budget targets. S/he keeps headquarters informed of significant developments in the country or region through periodic program reports and other forms of correspondence.
The Country Program Director works closely with AFL-CIO affiliates, the ITUC and its regional organizations, and the Global Union Federations, within approved communications guidelines, to facilitate their participation in Solidarity Center programs. The Country Program Director provides logistical support for visitors from the Solidarity Center, AFL-CIO, affiliates, GUFs, the donor agency, and/or other organizations. S/he has the experience and presence necessary to represent accurately and effectively, in public fora and in private meetings with donor organizations, partners, and other national and international organizations, the policies and programs of the Solidarity Center and the AFL-CIO. S/he may be required to travel extensively within the region and can fill in for other Country Program Directors on a temporary or indefinite basis.
The Country Program Director manages the operations of the field office and supervises the local hire field staff. S/he ensures that the operations of the field office conform to the host country labor code and other pertinent laws.
The Country Program Director is responsible for compliance with Solidarity Center policies and U.S. regulations governing grants. S/he is expected to develop and maintain positive relationships with the appropriate personnel at the USAID mission and the U.S. Embassy and to keep them informed about the Solidarity Center's work in the country. The Country Program Director follows the evolution of country development strategies and ensures that USAID and the Embassy understand both the role of the labor movement in the development of the country and the ways in which the Solidarity Center program contributes to and enhances their ability to accomplish their strategic objectives.
Basic Qualifications
A Country Program Director must have the ability to work independently and without supervision. S/he must have extensive knowledge of international relations and trade union and socioeconomic and political developments in the United States and abroad. Previous trade union experience and/or experience in the Solidarity Center as a Program Officer III or Senior Program Officer are required. S/he must be capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously and of making substantive decisions that have major effects on costs and completion of projects. S/he must have, at a minimum, a bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, labor relations, or related fields and/or ten years of equivalent work experience. Good communications and writing skills are a must. Computer literacy for word processing and simple spreadsheets is required. S/he must have the ability to work and interact easily with a wide variety of people. Fluency in a foreign language is a plus and may be a requirement for some Country Program Director positions.
Supervisor: Regional Program Director for the Middle East and North Africa
Specific Duties• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the field office.
-Recruit, select, and supervise local hire staff.
-Ensure compliance of the office with Solidarity Center and AFL-CIO policies and procedures and applicable donor and federal government regulations.
-Design, develop, and implement country or regional programs that respond to the strategies, goals, and objectives of the donor organizations, the AFL-CIO, and the Solidarity Center's partners in the field.
-Initiate and seek funding for concept papers and program proposals.
-Prepare timely, well-written reports in accordance with the deadline schedule.
-Monitor program performance and results; discuss substantive changes required with Program Officer/Regional Program Director.
-Monitor program expenditures to meet budget targets.
-Work closely with AFL-CIO affiliates to coordinate their participation in Solidarity Center programs, within approved communications guidelines.
-Manage the logistics for field trips by Solidarity Center, AFL-CIO, and affiliate personnel.
-Develop solid relationships with U.S. government personnel in country and ensure they understand the role of labor in development and of Solidarity Center programs in the context of their country strategy.
-Share information on country conditions and labor issues as appropriate.
-Provide assistance and support for program evaluations or audits of field projects/offices.
-Travel on a TDY basis to conduct and/or oversee program development and implementation in other countries in the region.
-Develop coalition-building contacts with national and international labor, government and non-governmental organizations in the country or region.
-Perform other duties as assigned.
For a more detailed description of the responsibilities of a Solidarity Center Country Program Director, follow this link:
http://solidarity.timberlakepublishing.com/content.asp?contentid=488
The duration of this position, as with all positions at the Solidarity Center, is contingent upon continued grant funding. Normally a field assignment is at least three years but not more than six years, with the expectation of transfer to another post at the end of the assignment.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and résumé to Lisa Humphries, Human Resources Officer, Solidarity Center, 888 16th Street, N.W., Suite 400, Washington, DC 20006; by e-mail to lhumphries@solidaritycenter.org; or by fax to 202-974-8266.
The Solidarity Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Closing date of application: When filled.
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AFS INTERCULTURAL PROGRAMS- PROGRAM LEADER – ARABIC SUMMER LANGUAGE INSTITUTE IN EGYPT
About AFS Intercultural Programs/USA:
AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership. For over 60 years, AFS-USA has provided international education opportunities to young people. Most recently, AFS has developed a host of new programs to address the needs of our changing global society. Through the addition of these global youth exchange programs, AFS has been steadily strengthening its outstanding commitment to its core mission. The organization has demonstrated a notable dedication to responding to the climate of the times; the origins of the Department of State sponsored youth programs developed as a direct response to specific global needs. The Arabic Summer Language Institute is a scholarship program for American high school students to participate in an intensive Arabic study course in Egypt, while living with an Egyptian host family and immersing themselves in the local culture. The course takes place over six weeks during the summer, with a series of pre-departure orientation conference calls in the spring.
AFS-USA is equally proud of its network of more than 5,000 volunteers located in communities throughout the United States. Our staff and volunteers work in partnership to deliver quality intercultural exchange experiences to those young people participating in the above programs. A truly volunteer-based organization, AFS is also strongly committed to more than 30,000 volunteers worldwide.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Two (2) Program Leaders will accompany 30 American high school students to Egypt for the duration of the program, in order to teach English to the participants’ host siblings and to provide on-program support to the American high school students. The Program Leaders will design and carry out the English language instruction to host sibling with a wide range of English abilities. The Program Leaders will work closely with AFS Egypt volunteers to support American students in their cultural immersion process.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
-Participation in six to eight pre-departure orientation conference calls with the American students
-Lead two sessions at the Gateway orientation before departure
-Work with AFS staff in the United States and Egypt to problem solve should unexpected logistical and cultural situations arise
-Communication with AFS-USA Sponsored Program staff
-Collaborative planning with fellow Group Leader
-Design of English language curriculum for Egyptian host siblings
-Teach English language courses to 15 – 20 Egyptian youth in a low resource environment
-Assist AFS Egypt volunteers in providing support to American participants
-Participate in post-program debriefs
-Submit multi-page program summary
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Demonstrated ability to facilitate cross-cultural learning
-Strong ability to connect with diverse groups of people across cultures and to make them feel valued
-Experience working with groups of people 15 – 18 years of age
-Ability to respond to unexpected logistical and cultural situations
-Previous teaching experience
-Commitment to volunteer work
-Previous work with volunteers
-Attention to detail and well organized
-Flexibility
-Possession of a good phone manner
-Event/conference planning experience
-At least 22 years of age
-Study abroad and/or international travel experience
-Position requires approximately 15 hours of preparation before the group convenes at the Gateway orientation. During the program, the Program Leaders will spend approximately 15 hours each week teaching English in addition to time spent preparing lessons, working with Egyptian volunteers and American students. Weekends on program are usually spent on scheduled AFS activities and excursions.
DETAILS AND BENEFITS
This is an unpaid volunteer position. AFS-USA will pay lodging and meals while on program, domestic and international travel and on-program transportation. The volunteer leader will be responsible for incidental expenses, visa/passport fees and medical insurance. Prior to departure the Program Leader will be provided an advance to cover program-related expenses. Upon return, the Program Leader will submit an expense report with accompanying receipts.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Marilyn Stotts, AFS-USA Sponsored Programs Associate by Tuesday, April 15 by sending an email to ArabicSLI@afs.org with the subject line “Program Leader application”. Resumes not accompanied by a cover letter will not be considered.
AFS-USA, Inc
1 Whitehall, Second Floor
New York, NY 10004
Email: ArabicSLI@afs.org
Fax: 212.299.9090
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April 02, 2008
AFS INTERCULTURAL PROGRAMS: PROGRAM LEADER – ARABIC SUMMER LANGUAGE INSTITUTE IN EGYPT
About AFS Intercultural Programs/USA:
AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership. For over 60 years, AFS-USA has provided international education opportunities to young people. Most recently, AFS has developed a host of new programs to address the needs of our changing global society. Through the addition of these global youth exchange programs, AFS has been steadily strengthening its outstanding commitment to its core mission. The organization has demonstrated a notable dedication to responding to the climate of the times; the origins of the Department of State sponsored youth programs developed as a direct response to specific global needs. The Arabic Summer Language Institute is a scholarship program for American high school students to participate in an intensive Arabic study course in Egypt, while living with an Egyptian host family and immersing themselves in the local culture. The course takes place over six weeks during the summer, with a series of pre-departure orientation conference calls in the spring.
AFS-USA is equally proud of its network of more than 5,000 volunteers located in communities throughout the United States. Our staff and volunteers work in partnership to deliver quality intercultural exchange experiences to those young people participating in the above programs. A truly volunteer-based organization, AFS is also strongly committed to more than 30,000 volunteers worldwide.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Two (2) Program Leaders will accompany 30 American high school students to Egypt for the duration of the program, in order to teach English to the participants’ host siblings and to provide on-program support to the American high school students. The Program Leaders will design and carry out the English language instruction to host sibling with a wide range of English abilities. The Program Leaders will work closely with AFS Egypt volunteers to support American students in their cultural immersion process.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Participation in six to eight pre-departure orientation conference calls with the American students
• Lead two sessions at the Gateway orientation before departure
• Work with AFS staff in the United States and Egypt to problem solve should unexpected logistical and cultural situations arise
• Communication with AFS-USA Sponsored Program staff
• Collaborative planning with fellow Group Leader
• Design of English language curriculum for Egyptian host siblings
• Teach English language courses to 15 – 20 Egyptian youth in a low resource environment
• Assist AFS Egypt volunteers in providing support to American participants
• Participate in post-program debriefs
• Submit multi-page program summary
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate cross-cultural learning
• Strong ability to connect with diverse groups of people across cultures and to make them feel valued
• Experience working with groups of people 15 – 18 years of age
• Ability to respond to unexpected logistical and cultural situations
• Previous teaching experience
• Commitment to volunteer work
• Previous work with volunteers
• Attention to detail and well organized
• Flexibility
• Possession of a good phone manner
• Event/conference planning experience
• At least 22 years of age
• Study abroad and/or international travel experience
• Position requires approximately 15 hours of preparation before the group convenes at the Gateway orientation. During the program, the Program Leaders will spend approximately 15 hours each week teaching English in addition to time spent preparing lessons, working with Egyptian volunteers and American students. Weekends on program are usually spent on scheduled AFS activities and excursions.
DETAILS AND BENEFITS
This is an unpaid volunteer position. AFS-USA will pay lodging and meals while on program, domestic and international travel and on-program transportation. The volunteer leader will be responsible for incidental expenses, visa/passport fees and medical insurance. Prior to departure the Program Leader will be provided an advance to cover program-related expenses. Upon return, the Program Leader will submit an expense report with accompanying receipts.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Marilyn Stotts, AFS-USA Sponsored Programs Associate by Tuesday, April 15 by sending an email to ArabicSLI@afs.org with the subject line “Program Leader application”. Resumes not accompanied by a cover letter will not be considered.
AFS-USA, Inc
1 Whitehall, Second Floor
New York, NY 10004
Email: ArabicSLI@afs.org
Fax: 212.299.9090
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Women's Learning Partnership Job Opportunity: Program Associate
Women's Learning Partnership (WLP) is an international, non-governmental organization (NGO) established to advance communication and cooperation among the women of the world in order to protect human rights, facilitate sustainable development, and promote peace. WLP's programs focus on women's empowerment through implementing multi-country human rights advocacy campaigns, creating culture-specific multimedia skill-building curricula, and organizing grassroots workshops and training of trainer institutes on participatory and transformative leadership. WLP implements its training and capacity-building programs in cooperation with twenty partner organizations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Job Description: WLP's Program Associate is based at the WLP liaison office in Bethesda, Maryland (in the Washington DC metro area).
Responsibilities include:
-Liaising with WLP's partner organizations including Cameroon, Lebanon, Mauritania, and Morocco and assisting with coordinating the implementation and evaluation of grassroots training workshops, and national and regional training of trainer institutes.
-Coordinating the production of culture-specific language editions of leadership training handbooks, multimedia materials, and other training tools, including working with writers, reviewers, translators, editors, graphic designers, and printers.
-Assisting with implementation of online distance learning courses, radio webcasts, and video-conference meetings among WLP partners.
-Writing reports to funders, board, and partners, and enewsletter articles based on program results from the field.
-Assisting with planning and implementing international conferences and meetings.
Qualifications: Commitment and dedication to women's empowerment. Advanced degree in International Development, Human Rights or Political Science. Minimum 3 years experience working in the non-profit sector. Strong writing and editing skills. Ability to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Understanding of emerging technologies and proficiency with computers/word processing. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
Preferred Skills: Foreign language skills (Arabic and/or French strongly preferred). Familiarity with the politics, history, and cultures in Africa or Asia or the Middle East. Creativity and flexibility. International experience is desirable.
Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
Please send your resume, writing sample, and a list of three references to:
Search Committee
Women's Learning Partnership
4343 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 201, Bethesda, MD 20814
Fax: (1) 301-654-2775 | Email: wlp@learningpartnership.org
Web: www.learningpartnership.org
No calls please
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March 21, 2008
Syracuse University - Middle East Studies Post Doctoral Fellowship
Deadline: April 21, 2008
The Middle Eastern Studies Program at Syracuse University is pleased to announce the availability of a Post-Doctoral Fellowship for the 2008-09 academic year. The fellowship will support a recent PhD scholar working on topics related to governance or international affairs in the Middle East. The fellowship period includes one academic year ( August 15 - May 15), plus one summer month (May 15 - June 15, 2009) with strong potential to extend a second year. The fellows will receive a stipend of $33,500 plus fringe benefits that provide health benefits through August 15, 2009. The fellowships are not restricted based on discipline.
Applicants must have completed a PhD between January 1, 2004 and July 1, 2008 from an accredited university in the United States, Europe or the Middle East and preferably have competence in Arabic. The fellowship requires residence at Syracuse University (Syracuse, New York) from August 2008 - May 2009. The fellow will be given library privileges at Syracuse University and office space within the Maxwell School's Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs (http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/moynihan/).
The duties of the fellow will include the following:
• Delivery of one undergraduate or graduate level course in the Spring semester 2009 relevant to the Middle East Studies curriculum (for more information please see http://middle-eastern-studies.syr.edu/Courses.htm)
• Curriculum development and course delivery – in concert with other faculty and Maxwell’s Executive Education office – for the School’s Leaders for Democracy Fellows Program. This course includes an alumni meeting in the Middle East in December, a six-week academic seminar that takes place in Syracuse, and a six-week professional affiliation component that takes place in Washington DC. http://exed.maxwell.syr.edu/exed/sites/ldf/
• Program development for the Maxwell School Middle Eastern Studies Program (http://thecollege.syr.edu/depts/mes/)
Please send a cover letter, current CV, writing samples, a draft of a course syllabus, and names and contact information of three references to Dr. Mehrzad Boroujerdi (mboroujerdi@maxwell.syr.edu)
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February 29, 2008
Congressional Research Service - Job Openings
Congressional Research Service
Section Research Manager Positions
GS-15 ($115,317-$149,000)
Applications must be received by March 6, 2008.
The Congressional Research Service is in the process of strengthening its section research management structure by elevating these critical leadership positions to permanent line management status. This effort by the Service is in response to the growing complexity of public policy issues facing the Nation and the vital role CRS section research managers play in facilitating multidisciplinary research and analysis needed in serving the public policy analysis needs of our congressional clientele.
We are looking for individuals with the creativity and intellectual capacity to orchestrate research and analysis in a variety of areas; who are comfortable working in and instilling an atmosphere of collaboration and multidisciplinary analysis; and, who want to contribute to a new direction in research management for the lead public policy support agency for the United States Congress.
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. In supporting congressional public policy analysis and information needs, CRS covers the full spectrum of issues before the U.S. Congress. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has 24/7 access to the nation’s best thinking on legislative issues. The section research manager typically will be responsible for leading a group of 10 to 12 policy analysts or attorneys focused on specific issue areas. For more information on the work of CRS and the divisions in which these section research managers will work, please go to http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo.
We will be hiring a total of 30 section research managers in five divisions and bringing them on board in two hiring cycles. We intend to train and acclimate new section leaders in groups in order to instill a sense of collegiality and group identification among this important cadre of first line managers. Vacancy announcements for the first hiring cycle have closed; in this second round, applications for the following 16 section research managers in five divisions must be received by March 6, 2008. Vacancy announcement numbers are reflected in parenthesis below.
American Law (#070362 - one vacancy announcement number for all 5 positions in American Law)
Administrative Law
Business
Congress
Courts and International
Natural Resources
Domestic Social Policy
Children and Families (# 070361)
Health Insurance and Financing (# 070360)
Health Services and Research (# 070359)
Foreign Affairs, Defense and Trade
Foreign Policy Management and Global Issues (# 070358)
International Trade and Finance (# 070357)
Middle East and Africa (# 070355)
Government and Finance
Executive Branch Operations (# 070353)
Federalism, Elections and Emergency Management (# 070354)
Resources, Science, and Industry
Energy and Minerals (# 070352)
Science and Technology Policy (# 070351)
Transportation and Industry Analysis (# 070350)
The positions are open to those inside the agency as well as outside candidates. They are being offered at the GS-15 level ($115,317-$149,000) with an enhanced performance based award system.
Interested applicants must apply online (preferred) at http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo or call (202) 707-5627 to request an applicant job kit. Please refer to appropriate vacancy number (listed above) in all correspondence.
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February 05, 2008
America Volunteers for International Development
Freedom House is an independent nongovernmental organization that supports the expansion of freedom in the world. Freedom is possible only in democratic political systems in which the governments are accountable to their own people; the rule of law prevails; and freedoms of expression, association, and belief, as well as respect for the rights of minorities and women, are guaranteed. Freedom House functions as a catalyst for freedom, democracy and the rule of law through its analysis, advocacy and action.
We currently seek volunteers to work with civil society organizations in Egypt through the American Volunteers for International Development (AVID) program for 2 to 6 months beginning in either late Fall 2007 or in early Spring 2008.
Freedom House is seeking individuals with demonstrated professional experience for assignments focused on capacity building for Egyptian watchdog and advocacy organizations working on the defense of human rights and democracy building. Qualified candidates should have experience in nonprofit management with a particular focus in either organizational management (knowledge management, governance and boards, organizational assessment, and capacity building), performance management (project/program development and management, planning and monitoring and evaluation), financial management (fundraising, proposal and grant writing, budgeting, and accounting), and/or operational and personnel management.
Freedom House covers international travel expenses and provides a housing allowance and daily living stipend for the duration of the volunteer assignment. Assignments may be in Cairo or in other areas throughout Egypt.
Volunteers must have a minimum of seven to ten years of relevant professional experience, the ability to commit to 2 to 6 months of service, and a resourceful, innovative personality. Arabic language skills and overseas experience, particularly in the Middle East is preferred.
To learn more about the American Volunteers for International Development (AVID) program go to http://www.freedomhouse.org/template.cfm?page=80 .
Please send completed application, cover letter, and resume by email or fax to:
Jenai Green
Program Officer, Exchanges
avid@freedomhouse.org
Fax: (202) 822-3893
*Please write "AVID Application (Egypt)" in the subject line of your email.
Posted by fisherhe at 01:56 PM
January 30, 2008
University of California, Davis, Lecturer Position in the Program in Middle East/South Asia Studies
POSITION: Lecturer position in the Program in Middle East/South Asia Studies for the 2008-09 academic year.
DESCRIPTION: We anticipate the need to hire lecturers to teach Arabic courses for the 2008-2009 academic year. We anticipate there will be 9 courses, subject to administrative approval, and there may be additional support.
The Program in Middle East/South Asia Studies anticipates an opening in Modern Standard Arabic language courses that will include:
ARB-001 (2 sections) – Elementary Arabic 1, Fall Quarter 2008
ARB-002 (2 sections) – Elementary Arabic 2, Winter Quarter 2009
ARB-003 (2 sections) – Elementary Arabic 3, Spring Quarter 2009
ARB-021 – Intermediate Arabic 21, Fall Quarter 2008
ARB-022 – Intermediate Arabic 22, Winter Quarter 2009
ARB-023 – Intermediate Arabic 23, Spring Quarter 2009
***Successful candidates will also be considered to co-teach an intensive 15-unit course in Arabic during the 2008 Summer Session ***
In addition to teaching duties, must hold regularly scheduled office hours a minimum of three hours per week to provide the opportunity for consultations with students outside of the classroom.
QUALIFICATIONS: M.A. or Ph.D., college and university teaching experience required with demonstrated effective teaching in courses to be taught.
SALARY: Contingent upon qualifications and experience. Percent of employment is determined by number of courses taught.
SERVICE PERIOD:
Fall Quarter 2008: September 22 through December 12, 2008
Winter Quarter 2009: January 2 through March 21, 2009
Spring Quarter 2009: March 26 through June 12, 2009
TO APPLY: Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, one-two sets of student evaluations, sample tests or quizzes, and three letters of reference to:
Professor Suad Joseph, Director
Middle East/South Asia Studies Program
156 Everson Hall
One Shields Avenue
University of California
Davis, CA 95616
For more information e-mail: mesastaff@ucdavis.edu
DEADLINE: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin on March 14, 2008.The University of California, Davis, and the Program in Middle East/South Asia Studies are interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity. The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Posted by fisherhe at 12:02 PM
January 07, 2008
Faculty Advisor at Global Young Leaders Conference (GYLC)
Here is a personal account of an advisor:
Summertime is often a period packed with excitement and awesome activities for many people. This past summer gave me an opportunity to complete an internship as a Faculty Advisor at Global Young Leaders Conference (GYLC) in Washington, D.C. There is nothing more rewarding than having a remarkable impact on the lives of high school students from all over the world. Besides all of this, I had the opportunity to visit about 16 interesting places in both Washington DC and New York, learn a lot about the UN Security Council and WTO Dispute Panel, improve my instructional communication skills and earn money. Envision EMI organizes programs for students with good academic performance and impressive leadership skills. Its mission is to foster and inspire young people to achieve their full leadership potential. One of the conferences organized by Envision EMI, the Global Young Leaders Conference (GYLC), is designed to educate, motivate, and inspire students by giving them the opportunity to explore cultural differences firsthand, challenge diplomatic skills daily, build confidence and enhance decision-making skills in an exciting atmosphere that is challenging and fun. Throughout the conference, I was able to assist high school students from all over the world in familiarizing themselves with global issues and challenges, to enhance their cross-cultural communication skills and to improve their leadership skills. This splendid experience has been indelibly chronicled in my mind and I wish all first year graduate students could take advantage of this opportunity.
Nathalie Blankenship
GYLC Faculty Advisor, 2007
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Posted by fisherhe at 03:41 PM
Language Lecturer at New York University
The Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies at New York University invites applications for a Language Lecturer position in Ottoman language, texts, and paleography, to begin September 1, 2008, pending administrative and budgetary approval. In addition to a teaching load of two courses per semester, the position entails responsibility for administering, and helping to develop, our lecture/conference program in Ottoman Studies. Experience in teaching Ottoman language, documents, and prose texts at the university level is required. MA in Ottoman literature, history, or a related field required; Ph.D. in Ottoman literature, history, or a related field, preferred.
Please submit a cover letter, c.v., and three letters of recommendation by January 15, 2008, to:
Ottoman Language Search Committee, Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, New York University, 50 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Contact Info:
Ottoman Language Search Committee,
Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies,
New York University,
50 Washington Square South,
New York, NY 10012
American Association of Teachers of Turkic Languages List
Posted by fisherhe at 03:37 PM
Arabic Lecturer at Dartmouth College
The Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures invites applications for a full-time Arabic Language Lecturer position to begin 7/1/2008. Initial appointment will be for a term of one year with the possibility of renewal and a multi-year contract.
Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in modern standard Arabic. Minimum qualifications are M.A. in some area of linguistics, literature, Middle Eastern Studies, or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching at all levels of Arabic language instruction.
Send letter of application, vita, evidence of teaching excellence, along with three letters of recommendation, to:
Chair of Arabic Lecturer Search Committee
6191 Bartlett Hall
Dartmouth College
Hanover, New Hampshire 03755-3530
Applications may be sent via email to:
Gerard.F.Bohlen@Dartmouth.EDU
Search will continue until the position has been filled.
Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Posted by fisherhe at 03:22 PM | Comments (0)
December 07, 2007
Central Intelligence Agency
Foreign Language Instructors
Central Intelligence Agency, Washington DC
Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $50,703 - $86,801
Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area
The Central Intelligence Agency is hiring qualified and experienced
Language Instructors of Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin, Dari, French,
German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Pashtu, Persian
(Farsi), Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Serbo-Croatian, Spanish, Thai,
and Turkish to work in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
The CIA provides first-class training for energetic, creative and
committed intelligence professionals. CIA Language Instructors deliver
programs that provide students with the foreign language
communications skills and cross-cultural awareness they need to live
and work abroad effectively, or to perform other language-related
duties. Foreign Language Instructors apply the latest instructional
methodologies to meet highly customized student needs and conduct
language proficiency testing in reading, speaking and understanding
for skills evaluation. In addition, they may be asked to provide a
variety of language support services worldwide.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's in foreign language,
linguistics or a related field; native fluency in the language; 2-5
years of teaching experience; demonstrated knowledge of the respective
area's history, culture, politics and economy; and the ability to use
the latest technology and teaching techniques. Also desired are
experience in teaching language skills to a wide range of adult
students, from beginners to those at a more advanced proficiency
level, and experience in program and/or education management. As part
of the screening and interview process, applicants will be required to
take language proficiency tests in their native language. Advanced
English proficiency is also required.
Web Address for Applications: http://www.cia.gov
Posted by fisherhe at 10:13 AM
December 06, 2007
Foreign Language Instructors
Central Intelligence Agency, Washington DC
Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $50,703 - $86,801
Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area
The Central Intelligence Agency is hiring qualified and experienced
Language Instructors of Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin, Dari, French,
German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Pashtu, Persian
(Farsi), Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Serbo-Croatian, Spanish, Thai,
and Turkish to work in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
The CIA provides first-class training for energetic, creative and
committed intelligence professionals. CIA Language Instructors deliver
programs that provide students with the foreign language
communications skills and cross-cultural awareness they need to live
and work abroad effectively, or to perform other language-related
duties. Foreign Language Instructors apply the latest instructional
methodologies to meet highly customized student needs and conduct
language proficiency testing in reading, speaking and understanding
for skills evaluation. In addition, they may be asked to provide a
variety of language support services worldwide.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's in foreign language,
linguistics or a related field; native fluency in the language; 2-5
years of teaching experience; demonstrated knowledge of the respective
area's history, culture, politics and economy; and the ability to use
the latest technology and teaching techniques. Also desired are
experience in teaching language skills to a wide range of adult
students, from beginners to those at a more advanced proficiency
level, and experience in program and/or education management. As part
of the screening and interview process, applicants will be required to
take language proficiency tests in their native language. Advanced
English proficiency is also required.
Web Address for Applications: http://www.cia.gov
Posted by rashmira at 10:11 AM | Comments (0)
November 15, 2007
JOB: Assistant Professor of Arabic-Languages, Literatures and Linguistics, Syracuse University
Syracuse University announces a tenure-track assistant professorship position in Arabic in its Department of Languages, Literatures & Linguistics. The position will begin in fall 2008. The successful candidate will teach advanced Arabic language courses, as well as courses in Arabic Linguistics, Literature & Culture. The candidate's research specialty may be in one or more of these areas. We seek candidates with native or near native fluency in Arabic and a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The candidate hired must have Ph.D. in hand by August 2008. Salary is competitive.
TO APPLY:
For full consideration candidates must complete a brief confidential faculty demographic summary on line at www.sujobopps.com and send cover letter, dossier (CV, 3 letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching excellence and research interests, with at least one writing sample) to:
Gerlinde Ulm Sanford, Chair/Languages, Literatures & Linguistics,
340 D HBC Hall,
Syracuse, NY 13244-1160.
Submission deadline is December 1, 2007 (postmark).
Women, minorities urged to apply: AA/EOE employer.
Posted by fisherhe at 04:13 PM | Comments (0)
JOB: Professor in Persian Language and Linguistics, University of Maryland
The Roshan Cultural Heritage Institute Center for Persian Studies at the University of Maryland seeks applicants for a tenured senior position (either Associate or Full Professor) as Roshan Cultural Heritage Institute Chair in Persian Language and Linguistics. Specializations may be in one or more areas of linguistics, including, but not limited to, sociolinguistics (e.g., Persian language variation, language and identity, language and politics), psycholinguistics, applied linguistics, pragmatics, or language and culture. The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of scholarly publications, excellent teaching evaluations, and native or near-native command of at least one variety of Persian and English.
TO APPLY:
For best consideration, applicants should specify the rank at which they are applying, and submit a letter of application, including a short description of their current research plans, a CV, and contact information (only) for three referees to:
Persian Search Committee,
Roshan Cultural Heritage Institute Center for Persian Studies,
School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures,
1105 Jimenez Hall,
University of Maryland,
College Park, MD 20742, USA.
Deadline: November 30, 2007
http://www.languages.umd.edu/persian/
Posted by fisherhe at 04:10 PM
JOB: Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, Grand Valley State University
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a full time tenure-track appointment. Ph.D., with a specialty in Arabic literature, culture, linguistics or language pedagogy required by August 2008. Native or near-native fluency is required in Modern Standard Arabic and at least one dialect. Experience teaching Arabic as a foreign language desired. Successful applicant will teach in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures and the Middle East Studies Program. Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY:
Send applications (cover letter, CV, and 3 letters of recommendation) to: Arabic Search Committee, Dept. of Modern Languages and Literatures, 2091 MAK, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401 or via email to Dr. Majd Al-Mallah: almallam@gvsu.edu.
Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be held at the Middle East Studies Association annual meeting in Montreal.
For more information on the MES program, please visit: www.gvsu.edu/mes.
Posted by fisherhe at 04:06 PM
JOB: Assistant Professor in Arabic, Grinnell College
Two-year (renewable for a third year) term position in Arabic, starting Fall 2008. Assistant Professor with Ph.D. preferred; Instructor (ABD) possible. Native or near-native fluency in Modern Standard Arabic and successful language teaching experience required. Scholarly specialization and related departmental affiliation are open. Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college. The College’s curriculum is founded on a strong advising system and close student-faculty interaction, with few college-wide requirements beyond the completion of a major. The teaching load of five courses over two semesters will include introductory and intermediate language courses plus one or more course(s) in the candidate's area of expertise. Interdisciplinary topics or perspectives are particularly welcome. Candidates should be interested in and open to collaboration with other colleges to enhance Arabic instruction in our region. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in an undergraduate, liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They also should discuss what they can contribute to efforts to cultivate a wide diversity of people and perspectives, a core value of Grinnell College.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter, CV, three confidential letters of recommendation, and transcripts (unofficial acceptable) to: Angie Story, Office of the Associate Dean, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112-1690 [ArabicSearch@grinnell.edu]. 641-269-4450; Fax 641-269-4284. Please indicate whether you will be available for a preliminary interview at the MESA conference in Montreal.
Review of dossiers will begin on November 5, 2007.
Posted by fisherhe at 04:03 PM
Job: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Linguistics / Director of LCTL Program, Emory University
The Emory Program in Linguistics and the Emory College Language Center announce a three-year renewable lectureship/senior lectureship in Linguistics, to direct a new program in self-instruction of Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs) and to teach courses in Linguistics; 3/2 course load with reductions for administrative responsibilities. Ph.D. required. Must have background in linguistics or linguistic anthropology with knowledge of second language acquisition, applied linguistics or field linguistics. Experience in teaching and in directing LCTL programs preferred.
TO APPLY:
Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation to:
Prof. Donald Tuten, Chair
Search Committee
Program in Linguistics, 637 Asbury Circle, 121 Trimble Hall, Atlanta, GA 30322
Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322
We will be holding our main interviews at the annual convention of the Modern Language Association (Chicago, Dec 27-30), but we will also be able to conduct some interviews at the convention of the American Anthropological Association (Washington, DC, Nov 28-Dec 2) and the convention of the Linguistic Society of America (Chicago, Jan 3-6, 2008).
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2007.
For more information, please visit:
www.linguistics.emory.edu
www.languagecenter.emory.edu
Emory University is an AA/EO Employer.
Posted by fisherhe at 03:55 PM