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The John Smith Fellowship Programme [FOR: Ukraine, Georgia, Kyrgyz Republic, Moldova, Russia, Armenia] The John Smith Fellowship Programme was established in 1996, by the John Smith Memorial Trust to provide a permanent memorial to one of Britain's best loved politicians. Its goals are to strengthen and deepen democratic awareness through a study programme and placements which show the workings of democratic organisations and their role within a democratic society. The Programme targets young leaders of high caliber from the former Soviet Union working in politics, local government or civil society with an established interest in promoting democratic values. The Fellowship Programme is operated by the John Smith Memorial Trust with the support of friends and admirers of the late John Smith including British Petroleum plc, The Industry and Parliament Trust, The Rayne Foundation and a number of trusts, charities and private donors. Core funding for the Fellowship Programme in 2004 is being provided by the Department for Constitutional Affairs. About the Programme The six-week programme provides carefully-tailored training, broadly consisting of an induction period in Edinburgh; followed by a two-week residential course provided by the Centre for Studies in Security and Diplomacy, University of Birmingham; a two-week individual attachment to an organisation relevant to each fellow's background, interest and action plans; and one week of professional appointments in London. A follow-up seminar in-country is held 6 months after the fellows' return in order to evaluate action of their follow-up plans. The primary objectives of the John Smith Fellowship Programme are to -Bring together young civil society and political leaders to exchange views and receive training and information on democratic practices and the promotion of good government. -Deepen awareness of the needs of poor and disadvantaged groups within a society, and encourage democratic access and accountability. -Promote a dialogue between Fellows within and outside their home countries, and create and maintain links with young leaders and those working in similar fields in the U.K. The Fellowship Programme covers the following broad subject areas. -The practicalities of regional political systems and their successful functioning -Insights into the values systems and working conventions that make political and civil society institutions function effectively; -The behavioural conventions, mutual understanding and shared values required for successful interaction between political, administrative and civil society elements in regional governance systems; -Successful working patterns in central-regional-local government relationships; -The mechanisms and institutional procedures involved in supplying targeted, responsive social services and key infrastructural support services within regions; -Particular requirements when focusing on the poor and disadvantaged: ensuring that their voices and interests are heard in regional political assemblies; ensuring that their access to services and ability to use what is provided are built into working practices. The focus during the fellowships will be on UK best practice; nevertheless it is also intended that topics covered will be relevant to participants' own working environments. At the conclusion of the fellowship, the participants will be expected to devise reforms and innovations that could be introduced in their own places of work. Individual and collective action plans will be drawn up to aid follow-up activities. A limited pattern of subsequent contact and evaluation of impact will be put in place. The Programme aims to strengthen and deepen democratic awareness and leadership through a 6-week course in the United Kingdom combining classroom study, work placements and visits. The "ideal" candidate will be aged 25-35, working in politics, local administration or civil society, with a track record of concern for tackling poverty and promoting social justice. Good written and spoken English is essential. In order to apply for a fellowship, you will need to download and complete an application form (http://www.britishcouncil.org/jsmithpublic/APPLICATION_FORM_new.doc). You will find further information to help you complete the form on the working attachments page. Applications for Fellowships are currently invited from the following countries: Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine. Applications for the 2004 Programme must be submitted to your local British Council office, please click on the links above for contact details, no later than 12 December 2003. Final selection of candidates will be concluded by the end of February 2004. Successful interviewees should be aware that they will be asked to sit the IELTS exam at the end of January 2004. Please note that all applications and queries should be addressed directly to the local office in the country you are applying from. |
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