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Ukrainian Political Science and Economics Associations Building Project Currently Consortium for the Enhancement Ukrainian Management Education is in the process of creating the Associations of Economists and Political Scientists that would provide specific services to its members not provided by existing associations. In comparison with other existing associations in Ukraine, these two associations will possess a bigger spectrum of activities and opportunities for Ukrainian political scientists and economists. In addition to activities of the existing associations, such as annual meetings and publications of a quarterly journal, associations will also focus on professional development, joint research, cooperation with western associations and educational institutions, as well as lobbying of new standards of education with government officials. Associations will have individual membership and will unite professional economists, political scientists and fąculty members specialized in political science and economics. In order to support the development and enhancement of both associations at the initial stage Ukrainian Political Science and Economics Associations Building Project within the framework of the Eurasia Professional Exchanges and Training Program through the joint effort of the University of Minnesota (Center for Nations in Transition (CNT) at the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs) and the Consortium for Enhancement of Ukrainian Management Education (CEUME), an Ukrainian Not-for-profit Organization, is being launched. Description Consortium for the Enhancement Ukrainian Management Education (CEUME) in framework of the Ukrainian Political Science and Economics Associations Building Project organizes internships in the USA focused on the building human capacity of the future regional leaders for the two associations, as well as, regional researchers and academic teachers that will lead educational and research groups within the associations in the regions. To serve this objective, two types of targeted internships will be organized in the United States: 1. Internship on Associations Development to ensure leadership and sustainability of the Ukrainian Associations (Round 1); 2. Internship on Research and Teaching Methods to foster the high-quality teaching and research in the regions and Associations leadership building (Round 2). A total of 24 internships are available, 12 in each round (six - for political scientists and six for economists). Deadlines Application deadlines are as follows: Economics Association Round 1: March 25, 2004 - for August 2004 Internships Round 2: September 30, 2004 - for January 2005 Internships Political Science Association Round 1: March 25, 2004 - for September 2004 Internships Round 2: January 31, 2005 - for September 2005 Internships Application Procedure In order to be admitted to the selection process, applicants should submit together with the application form: 1. Cover letter 2. Current CV 3. Results of TOEFL or equivalent exam demonstrating proficiency in English* 4. Personal statement 5. Two letters of references 6. Copy of three most resent professional publications * - persons applying for the internship are responsible for submitting a prove of proficiency in English to CEUME by the end of the interviewing period (April 17 for the first round, October 10 for the second round). All application materials must be submitted in English by the specified deadlines to: CEUME, Esplanadna Street, 28, Suite 7, 01023, Kyiv. Selection Criteria Eligible candidates for internships should posses: 1. Internship on Associations Development (August 2004): - Track record and future willingness, commitment, and potential to contribute to the development of professional associations in Ukraine for Political Science or Economics and their outreach; - Strong organizational and communicational skills; - Experience in educational setting; - Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written English; - Prior experience in associations’ management is preferable; 2. Internship on Research and Teaching Methods (January 2005): - Evidence of commitment to and potential for professional growth and excellence in teaching and research; - Current teaching position in the educational setting; - Experience in research (publications); - Experience in use of any statistical software; - Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written English; -Track record and future willingness, commitment, and potential to contribute to activities of professional associations in Ukraine for Political Science or Economics and their outreach; Selection Process For selection purposes the Internship Review Committee will be created. Committee will include representatives of the donor organization, foreign and Ukrainian educators. All applications will be considered by the Internship Review Committee and the best candidates will be selected and invited for a personal interview with the Committee by April 5, 2004 for the first round, and October 10, 2004 for the second round. Interviews with Finalists and Final Selection The interviews should be completed no later than April 17, 2004 for the first round, and October 30, 2004 for the second round. The final selection should be announced no later than April 19, 2004 for the first round, and November 10, 2004 for the second round. Application forms and additional information could be requested by e-mail: internships@ceume.org.ua |
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