Sheldon Chumir Foundation Internship for Ethics in Leadership 2013-2014 Posted: 2012/11/04
Deadline: 2013/05/15  The Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership is pleased to announce the 2013 - 2014 competition for an Internship in Ethics in Leadership, for a senior university or college students or graduate in any field relevant to ethics in leadership.
The Foundation seeks Interns who display an understanding of ethics in leadership and public life, demonstrated experience in working with the community, strong organizational skills, superior writing skills and a personal commitment to the Foundation's mission.  Project Assistant Job Vacancy at the Gaia Foundation - Africa & the Extractive Industries Posted: 2013/02/22
Deadline: 2013/03/01  Gaia is recruiting a Project Assistant to work with their team and partner organisations to support the successful implementation of activities for the project "Strengthening African Civil Society Organisation networks to respond to the rapid growth of extractive industries".
Gaia is looking for someone with experience in working on campaigns and with coalitions; a good understanding of the challenges faced by African communities as a result of the growth of the extractive industries; and excellent organisational and administration skills. The three-year project, supported by the European Commission, aims to support communities in five African countries to have their voices heard at key decision making for and platforms regarding how extractive industries, especially mining, are affecting their land rights, community governance systems, access to water and their food systems. The Project Assistant will play a key role in project monitoring and reporting, communication between partners, as well as the creation of advocacy materials for use with a variety of stakeholders. Guinea Coordinator for RWI - Mining Sector Support Posted: 2013/02/15
Deadline: 2013/02/15  RWI is seeking an experienced professional to be based in Conakry, Guinea to manage its mining-sector technical assistance project with the government of Guinea.
The project coordinator will manage RWI’s technical assistance to the government. S/he will be posted in the Ministry of Mines and work daily with officials from the Ministry and the two government committees managing Guinea’s mining contract review process, to support legal and fiscal reform as well as the contract review. The consultant will serve as the primary liaison between the Guinean government, RWI management and technical staff, and other international experts brought in to support the Government’s efforts.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and English and French writing samples to mailto:rwi@revenuewatch.org. Please put “Guinea Coordinator Application” in the subject line. Job Opportunity: Visiting International Scholar in Leadership and Ethics, Jepson School of Leadership Studies Posted: 2012/11/06
Deadline: 2012/12/01  The Jepson School of Leadership Studies is accepting applications for the position of Zuzana Simoniova Cmelikova Visiting International Scholar in Leadership and Ethics for 2013-14, a one-year visiting position.
The Visiting International Scholar will be in residence at the University of Richmond for the academic year in order to pursue his or her own advanced research related to leadership and ethics. They will also give some presentations related to their research and/or issues related to leadership in their country. Successful applicants will receive a research stipend. Extractive Industry Research Network Coordinator Posted: 2012/07/11
Deadline: 2012/08/15 Job Details:
Position Type: Contract – one year, with a possibility of renewal
Start Date: Negotiable but preferably by September 3, 2012
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: $20 per hour/no benefits
Closing Date for Applications: Posted until filled
Educational Requirements: Post secondary degree in a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Requirements: One to two years of recent project coordination experience including maintaining and reconciling budgets in an educational or non-profit environment.
Required Skills:
- Strong administrative and financial administration skills
- Strong communication skills, including excellent verbal and written English skills
- Excellent interpersonal and team work skills
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent organizational skills to work effectively
- Ability to set priorities and maintain deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail
- Tact, diplomacy and discretion when dealing with others
- Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, take initiative and solve problems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Minute taking skills
- Computer competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Fluency in French and/or Spanish is an asset.
- Experience with web page and web platform management is an asset
Application Process Details:
Your complete application package must include a cover letter, résumé, and the names and contact information of at least three references.
Please ensure that “EI Research Network Coordinator” is quoted in e-mail subject lines and all hard copy applications.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Priority consideration is given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in Canada. York University is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Applications should be submitted to:
EI Research Network Coordinator Hiring Committee
The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation
Fifth Floor, York Research Tower
York University
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3 Fulbright Canada Visiting Research Chair in Political Science and Public Policy Posted: 2012/06/20
Deadline: 2012/08/01  Specializations: Areas of central concern for public policy formation and implementation in a globalized world, such as public sector management and administration, governance, health and social policy, sustainability, immigration, water, automotive production, trade and investment, innovation and productivity.
Comments: The Department of Political Science will host the Chair, who will also have opportunities to interact with McMaster’s rich interdisciplinary research community, including a new Institute on Public Policy and Analysis, Centre for Engineering and Public Policy, Centre for Health Economics and Policy Analysis, Centre for Climate Change, Institute for Energy Studies, and the Institute on Globalization and the Human Condition, among others.
Contact: Robert O’Brien, Chair, Department of Political Science, obrienr@mcmaster.ca www.politicalscience.mcmaster.ca National Education Coordinator - USHRN Posted: 2012/06/26
Deadline: 2012/06/30  The US Human Rights Network (USHRN), a national human rights network with a membership of more than 300 organizations and 3,000 individual members, seeks a National Education Coordinator (full time position).
The National Education Coordinator will be responsible for the USHRN’s efforts to build and bolster the capacity of our membership in human rights education, organizing, and advocacy. The National Education Coordinator will work within the framework of a USHRN plan to coordinate, develop, implement, grow, and evaluate the USHRN’s human rights education and skills building programs. S/he will strengthen the USHRN’s membership base among directly-affected communities, grassroots and community based organizations, policy advocacy groups, civil rights organizations, and others by deepening understanding of human rights organizing, standards, laws and mechanisms, and building connections between members and different issue groups. Network Coordinator: Canadian Network on Corporate Accountability Posted: 2012/05/17
Deadline: 2012/06/07  Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Application deadline: Thursday June 7, 2012
Source: www.goodworkcanada.ca
The Canadian Network on Corporate Accountability (CNCA) unites over 20 environmental, international development, faith-based, labour and social justice organizations around the shared objective of improving the accountability of Canadian corporations. Canadian civil society organizations created the CNCA in 2005 to provide a forum for information sharing and collaboration on activities related to the regulation of Canadian companies. The Network currently has a focus on mining, oil and gas companies that operate in developing countries.
The CNCA is hiring a part-time coordinator (4 days per week) who will report to the CNCA Steering Committee. The position will be based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Position Summary
The Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the activities of the CNCA, and helping the group elaborate strategies for policy development and promotion, and public awareness. Working under the direction of a Reference Group and in collaboration with the Steering Committee, the Coordinator will facilitate strategy development and assist in the implementation of network activities in collaboration with CNCA members.
She or he will be a self-starter, able to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision while ensuring coherence of all activities with the mandate and priorities of the CNCA.
The Coordinator will work closely with the Co-Chairs and Steering Committee of the CNCA. Specific priorities for the CNCA are defined annually in the work plan. Currently, the work of the CNCA is focused on the practical and policy implications of Canadian mining companies' operations in developing countries, informing and educating federal elected officials on the issues, and producing analysis and materials for use by members to raise awareness among the general public.
Complete job posting at www.goodworkcanada.ca/greenjobs.php?id=17326
Sheldon Chumir Foundation Internship in Ethics in Leadership 2012 - 2013 Posted: 2012/02/01
Deadline: 2012/03/16  Application Deadline: March 16, 2012
More information: www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca
Applications are invited from senior university or college students or graduates in any field relevant to ethics in leadership for an Internship with the Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership. Interns work with the Foundation on research, program development and implementation, publications, public engagement, and related administrative support.
The Foundation seeks Interns who display an understanding of ethics in leadership and public life, demonstrated experience in working with the community, strong organizational skills, superior writing skills and a personal commitment to the Foundation's mission.
The deadline for receipt of application packages by the Foundation is March 16, 2012.
Complete details available at www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca
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