2012 International Undergraduate Merit Scholarships (IUMS), UK

Study Subject(s):Courses offered by Newcastle University
Course Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Provider: Newcastle University
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
International students must have: applied through UCAS by 30 June and been offered a place to study on one of our degree programmes for 2012/13 entry been assessed as overseas for fees purposes already achieved or will achieve an agreed level of academic performance in their pre-university qualifications already accepted or will accept Newcastle University as their first choice university
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: IUMS is intended for international students who study for their first degree at Newcastle University. This partial scholarship has a value of £2,250 for the first year of study. Eligible applicants will be considered based on the information given on their UCAS application form.
How to Apply: By email and post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30th June 2012

Further Information and Application Details

KUFIKIRIA LEO KWANIPA MAFANIKIO KESHO

Siku moja nilikuwa  nabadilishana mawazo  na vijana wenzangu kupitia email yangu,Je kwa siku wanachukua  masaa mangapi kufikiri?lakini hakuna hata mmoja aliyejitokeza na kusema kuwa angalau kwa mwezi mmoja ana muda wa kukaa chini na kutafakari mambo mbalimbali ya kimaendeleo katika  maisha yao au kwa lugha nyingine mambo yanatokeo kwa lolote liwe tu(haphazardly),nilisikitika sana,nikawa najiuliza sasa je kama vijana wa sasa wengi tumekosa muda wa kutafakari angalau nusu saa kwa siku je tunajitakia nini katika  maendeleo yetu sana sana ya   kiuchumi ya sasa na ya muda mrefu na yale  ya kijamii katika kuyatatua?ndugu msomaji fikiria tajiri dunia kama Bill Gates  kwa muda mrefu namba moja duniani anatumia muda wa mwenzi mmoja kwenda kwenda  katika kisiwa na  kufikiri ni jins gani aendeleze biashara yake,nilisha wahi andika makala  juu ya kutofikiri leo umempa mtu nafasi akufikirie na kisha kukutawala pasipo wewe kujua,ndugu yangu binadamu wote ni sawa ila tunafanyaje ili kuutimiza huu usawa?Ndugu ya asilimia 3% ya watu dunia wana malengo (plan) na wameyaandika ,asilimia 97%  ya watu dunian hawana malengo maishani mwao kwa lolote tu lile likitokea  nao  humo humo yaani kwao kufanikiwa ni bahati,hii ni kutokana na kukosa muda wa kufikri ili wajikomboe,sababu hii inasabisha asilimia kubwa sana unaona duniani inatawaliwa na watu wachache sana,Askofu  mkuu wa kanisa la Living faith  dunian kutoka Nigeria anasema anatumia muda wake mwingi kufikiri kuliko kusoma biblia na vitabu   vingine na kweli ni mmoja wa watu wenye mafanikio sana hapa kwetu Afrik kiuchumi,waafrika wengi wanapenda kufanikiwa lakini hawana hata sekunde moja ya kutafakari  je tutafika?kuna mambo mbalimbali niliwahi kujifunza kwa wanazuoni mbalimbali mmoja wapo ni Dr John Maxwell katika kitabu chake cha “Thinking for Change”,kuna jinsi mbali mbali za kufikiri ambazo zina tija kama ukiwa makini:
          1.kufikiri kwa zingatio moja(ondoa mambo mengine yote),uwezo wa kufikiri kwa kuondoa mambo yanayochanganya kwenye akili yako
          2.Kufikiri kwa ubunifu,uwezo wa kuvunja sanduku la mipaka yako na kugundua mawazo mapya kabisa
        3.kufikiri kimkakati,uwezo wa kutekeleza msisimuko wako na kutumaini kupata ufumbuzi kwa yasiyowezekana
        4.kufukiri kwa uhalisi,uwezo wa kujenga msingi imara juu ya kuweza kufikiri kwa uhakika
        5.kufikiri kiuwezekano,uwezo wa kuelekeza msisimuko wako na kutumaini kupata ufumbuzi kwa yasiyo wezekana
       6.Kufikiri kwa kukosoa,uwezo wa kukataa mipaka ya wazo lililozoeleka ili kupata matokeo yasiyoya kawaida
        7.kufikiri kwa pamoja,uwezo wa kuhusisha mawazo ya wengine ili kupata matokeo unganishi
       8.kufikiri kusipo kwa ubinafsi,uwezo wa kuwafikiria wengine na safari yao ili kufanikisha ushirikiano
      Mtu anayefikiri ana faida kubwa sana,kwanza hukoa muda mwingi wa ufanyaji jambo Fulani,kwa kuwa hutumia kanuni ya 20/80 huwa na kujiamini ya kutosha ambapo ni jambo la msingi,kuwavutia wengi jambo  unalolifanya maana huku kurupuka.Ni raisi sana kuanza kufikiria anza sasa kupanga muda ambao kila siku utapenda kuwa peke yako na hali ya utulivu ukitafakari muda mzuri mara nyingi ni asubuhi alfajiri,usiku saa pale ambapo hakuna usufumbufu,
       Ndugu yanguwatu wanasema mtu asiyekuwa na taarifa (habari) hana tofautina mnyama anayetembe barabarani  lolotelile laweza kumtoke aendako kwa kuwa hana taarifa,mimi nasema ukiwa haufikirii ni kumpa tikeki mtu anayefikiria kukutawala,anza sasa kuweka ratibu ya kufikiri kwa siku sana sana usiku au asubuhi,ufanye moyo wako uwe unatamani kujua mengi mazuri,,kuna faida nyingi za kufikiri ikiwepo kuongeza thamani ya jambo unalolifanya napia kuwavutia watu jambo unalolifanya,anzan sasa  anza leo.Maendeleo ya biashara zetu yanatokana na sisi tunavyofikiria,maendelo ya nchi tulionayo leo ni kutokana viongozi  wetu walivyofikiria je walikuwa makini au walikopi kutoka kwa wengine? unaweza amua leo  ukawa kati  ya kundi dogo la watu duniani wanafikiria ili usitawaliwe na wengine na uwe na maendeleo maana blue print yako inatokana na wewe unajituma kufikiri.

WRITER: Deogratius kilawe ni mfanyabiashara hapa Dar es Salaam, mshauri masuala ya biashara
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email: deogratiuskilawe@yahoo.com

VARIOUS JOB VACANCIES AT ARUSHA TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Arusha Technical College (ATC) is an autonomous Institution established by the Government Establishment Order No. 78 as enabled by the NACTE Act No. 9 of 1997. ATC replaced the then Technical College Arusha (TCA) that existed since 1978. The vision of ATC is to be a centre of excellence in training, research and consultancy in science and technology inAfricaby 2020. In order to fulfill its functions properly, the College is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced Tanzanians to fill in the following vacancies:

The college has some vacancies to be filled, competent and qualified candidates are hereby invited to apply.

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African Scholars for the Guest Researcher at Nordic Africa Institute - SWEDEN

The Nordic Africa Institute is seeking applications for the Guest Researchers’ Scholarship Program from scholars in Africa that are engaged in research on the African continent. Female researchers are especially encouraged to apply for these scholarships.

The Nordic Africa Institute is a center for research, documentation and information on modern Africa in the Nordic region. Based in Uppsala, Sweden, the Institute is dedicated to providing timely, critical and alternative research and analysis of Africa in the Nordic countries and to strengthen the co-operation between African and Nordic researchers.

Purpose of the Program

One of the main purposes behind this scholarship program is to establish and maintain relations with African research communities. The Nordic Africa Institute does this through the Guest Researchers’ Scholarship Program that provides opportunities to its participants in pursuing their own research projects, thereby indirectly strengthening the academic milieux in African countries, and promoting scholarly exchange with Nordic research communities.

Eligibility

Nordic Institute’s Guest Researchers’ Scholarship Program targets scholars in Africa that are engaged in research on/about the African continent and with a proven track record of extensive post-graduate research experience. The institute encourages women to apply for these scholarships.

Themes

The institute invites applications from scholars with research projects related to current thematic research clusters at the Institute:

Agrarian Change, Property and Resources

Conflict, Displacement and Transformation

Globalization, Trade and Regional Integration

Urban Dynamics

Scholarship Provisions and Facilities

Monetary provisions and facilities under the Guest Researchers’ scholarship include a return air-fare (economy class), accommodation, a subsistence allowance of SEK (Swedish kronor) 300 (approx. USD 45) a day plus an installation grant of SEK 2,500 (approx. USD 370), a shared office and free photocopying facilities up to a maximum of 1,000 copies. Guest Researchers have access to a computer/MS Word at the office and have to do their own typing.

The maximum duration of the stay is 90 days. To be entitled to a refund of the travel costs, the Guest Researcher has to stay for at least two months.

Additional activities

The Guest Researcher is expected to give a lecture in at least one other Nordic country. Train or air tickets (economy class) and accommodation will be provided for this trip.

Guest Researchers are sometimes invited to write a discussion paper for the Institute’s publications’ series or a short article for the Institute’s website. The draft of the discussion paper should be presented during the stay in Uppsala, preferably in a public forum.

Last date for submission of applications for the next round is April 1, 2012

How to apply

LOAN OFFICERS JOB VACANCIES

Employer: FINCA TZ
Phone: No calls
Areas: Arusha, Dar Es Salaam, Iringa, Mbeya, Mwanza, Tanga
Application Deadline: Feb 29, 2012
Position Description:

The Loan Officer will identify potential groups/individuals and conduct promotion and training in order to form Village Bank group clients or Business loan clients. Conducts guided research, and prepares analytical summaries, tables and charts used to support decision making on credit worthy projects.  Works within clearly defined policies and practices on complex tasks.

Degree/Diploma in Economics, Commerce, Education, Sociology, Social Sciences or Accounts,

One year’s experience in teaching, community development, work or banking will be an added advantage.

Competent in the use of MS Office products, such as MS Word and Excel

Honest, neat and professional in appearance.

Maturity, tact and the ability to quickly explain procedures and policies to clients.

Excellent math skills are a requirement for this position.  Candidates will be required to show successful math scores.

Further Information and Application

International Scholarship in Accounting, International Business, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing and International Management at Henley Business School, University of Reading, UK 2012 Read more: 2012 PeopleVox Scholarship at Henley Business School, University of Reading, UK

Study Subject(s):Accounting, International Business, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing and International Management
Course Level:Postgraduate
Scholarship Provider: PeopleVox
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
-are from any country
-can demonstrate an excellent academic record and an active contribution to business and society
-meet the School’s academic and English language entry requirements
-have received and accepted an offer of a place on a postgraduate masters programme in accounting, international business, human resource management, entrepreneurship, marketing and international management and paid the required deposit
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: This postgraduate scholarship provides £1,000 towards the cost of postgraduate tuition fees. It is available (dependent on eligibility) for 1 year. This scholarship is sponsored by PeopleVox. Headquartered in the UK, PeopleVox is a leading implementer of asset and stock control solutions based on barcoding. Its clients include Motorola, Christies and the Ministry of Defence.
How to Apply: Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 25 October 2012

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Internship Programme at African Development Bank, 2012 Africa

Study Subject(s):Courses offered by the institution
Course Level:Master’s
Scholarship Provider: African Development Bank
Scholarship can be taken at:Africa
Eligibility:
To be eligible for internship, applicants must meet the following criteria: Applicants must:
Be students, aged between eighteen (18) to thirty (30) years, and currently enrolled in a master’s level degree program or its equivalent in a recognized public or private institution of higher learning. The candidate can apply for an internship within one year of having obtained such a degree. Provide a letter from their school confirming their enrollment. Be citizens of one of the Bank’s member countries.
Be fluent in, at least, one of the Bank’s working languages (English or French).
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes(Africa)

Scholarship Description: The broad objectives of the program are to: Provide students with an opportunity to acquire professional and practical experience at the African Development Bank. Provide the Bank with a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment purposes. However applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with the AfDB.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 28th February 2012


Further Scholarship Infornation and Application

Masters Scholarship in Transport Studies at the Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds in UK 2012/2013 Read more: International Transport Scholarship 2012/13 at University of Leeds, UK

Study Subject(s):Transport Studies
Course Level:Masters
Scholarship Provider: Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
a) Applicants must first hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) of an academic place for an ITS Masters degree for the academic year commencing September 2012.
b) Applicants must be designated as ‘international fee status’ by the University of Leeds, and not be domiciled in the UK/EU.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: ITS reserves the right not to make a scholarship award or to offer one or more partial fee waivers; the scholarship recipient will be expected support the future development and promotion of the scholarship and ITS, by participating in ITS marketing activities; the academic progress of scholarship recipient will be subject to on-going review – ITS reserves the right to withdraw funding at the end of either semester should academic performance be unsatisfactory; the scholarship cannot be deferred and will lapse if not taken up in September 2012.
How to Apply: Email, Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 8th June 2012

Further Scholarship Information

Australian Government Scholarships (ADS) – Masters and PhD Scholarship in Agriculture for African Countries, Australia 2012-2013 Read more: Australian Government Scholarships (ADS) – Masters and PhD Scholarship in Agriculture for African Countries, Australia 2012-2013

Study Subject(s):Agriculture
Course Level:Masters and PhD
Scholarship Provider: Australian Government
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility:
-A citizen of one of the following eligible African countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, The Gambia and Uganda.
- Applicants must normally be a resident in their country of citizenship, however some exceptions may be accepted (refer to eligibility criteria (b) on page 8 below)
-Satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria for Australian Development Scholarships (attached), including meeting Australian tertiary institution entry requirements.
-In most cases this will require that candidates possess a qualification that is assessed to be the equivalent to an Australian Masters degree and be able to demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent research. ? A minimum of two years relevant post- Masters work experience relevant to your proposed field of study is preferred.
- English proficiency of a standard at least equivalent to IELTS 6.5 with no band score less than 6.0. Note that some universities will require a higher score (if required, the further English language proficiency testing will be facilitated by the Australian Government if you are short-listed for a selection interview)
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, The Gambia and Uganda
Scholarship Description: The Australian Government is offering 20 PhD-level Australia Awards (Scholarships) to candidates from eligible African countries for agriculture-related studies commencing in Australia in 2013. The scholarships are for study in Australia at an Australian university however it is preferred that any field research is undertaken primarily in Africa. The research topics of successful applicants will demonstrate a contribution to improving food security in Africa through increasing agricultural productivity, improving rural livelihoods through functioning of markets and trade, and/or building the resilience of communities most vulnerable to food insecurity. In addition, topics should demonstrate direct relevance to the research or development objectives of one or more of the three Australia-Africa Agricultural Partnerships being funded under the Australian Food Security Program in Africa (ACIAR – CIMMYT; CSIRO – CORAF; and CSIRO – BecA).
How to Apply: Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 April 2012

Further Information

The Huck Centre Scholarship in Business at University of Reading, 2012 UK Read more: The Huck Centre Scholarship in Business at University of Reading, 2012 UK

Study Subject(s):Accounting, international business, human resource management, entrepreneurship, marketing and international management
Course Level:Postgraduate
Scholarship Provider: Henley Business School, University of Reading
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
Applicants who: are from any country can demonstrate an excellent academic record and an active contribution to business and society meet the School’s academic and English language entry requirements have received and accepted an offer of a place on a postgraduate masters programme in accounting, international business, human resource management, entrepreneurship, marketing and international management and paid the required deposit

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Description: This postgraduate scholarship provides £600 towards the cost of tuition fees. It is available (dependent on eligibility) for 1 year. You will be required to complete a project (requiring about 60 hours over the academic year) on behalf of the School’s Huck Centre for Management Research.

How to Apply: By Post

Scholarship Application Deadline: 25 October 2012

Further Scholarship Information