United Nations University-World Institute for
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) is funding two senior research
fellowships for international students in Helsinki, Finland. Women applicants
and those from developing countries are given priority. The duration of the
contract is two years and with the possibility of renewal on a fixed-term
appointment basis. Applicant must have a doctoral degree in Economics,
Development Economics or Agricultural Economics. Online application must be
submitted by 31st July 2013.
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) is funding two senior research
fellowships for international students in Helsinki, Finland. Women applicants
and those from developing countries are given priority. The duration of the
contract is two years and with the possibility of renewal on a fixed-term
appointment basis. Applicant must have a doctoral degree in Economics,
Development Economics or Agricultural Economics. Online application must be
submitted by 31st July 2013.
Study Subject (s): The fellowship is awarded in international development economics
research.
Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research level at United
Nations University in Finland.
Scholarship Provider: United Nations University – World Institute for
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER).
Scholarship can be taken at: Helsinki, Finland
research.
Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research level at United
Nations University in Finland.
Scholarship Provider: United Nations University – World Institute for
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER).
Scholarship can be taken at: Helsinki, Finland
Eligibility: -PhD
in Economics, Development Economics, or Agricultural Economics;
– A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive relevant professional work
experience, including the management of research and training programmes;
-A strong background in applied research in an international environment with
demonstrated quantitative skills of the highest international level, and a
proven track record of high quality academic and policy publications;
-Excellent knowledge of the international research and policy agenda in areas
related to the Institute’s research programme;
-Considerable teaching and research supervision experience;
-Experience in managing and seeking research funding from donors and
international funding agencies;
-Excellent communications and drafting skills, with fluency in both oral and
written English. Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset;
-Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in
a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
-Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and those from
developing countries are particularly encouraged.
in Economics, Development Economics, or Agricultural Economics;
– A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive relevant professional work
experience, including the management of research and training programmes;
-A strong background in applied research in an international environment with
demonstrated quantitative skills of the highest international level, and a
proven track record of high quality academic and policy publications;
-Excellent knowledge of the international research and policy agenda in areas
related to the Institute’s research programme;
-Considerable teaching and research supervision experience;
-Experience in managing and seeking research funding from donors and
international funding agencies;
-Excellent communications and drafting skills, with fluency in both oral and
written English. Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset;
-Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in
a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
-Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and those from
developing countries are particularly encouraged.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following
Countries: International students (Women applicants and
those from developing countries are given priority) are eligible for this
research.
Countries: International students (Women applicants and
those from developing countries are given priority) are eligible for this
research.
Scholarship Description: UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics research
and training center located in Helsinki, Finland. The Institute uses approaches
and methodologies from economics and other sciences to conduct research
oriented to key development issues and policy challenges affecting the
developing world. UNU-WIDER aims to stimulate international policy research,
provide an effective global research network, and deliver impact, quality, and
opportunities. UNU-WIDER’s audiences include national and international policy
makers, bilateral and multilateral development organizations; and development
researchers, especially in the developing world. UNU-WIDER strives for
excellence in all activities, and the Institute was ranked 6th international
development think tank in the 2012 Global Go-To Think Tanks Report.
and training center located in Helsinki, Finland. The Institute uses approaches
and methodologies from economics and other sciences to conduct research
oriented to key development issues and policy challenges affecting the
developing world. UNU-WIDER aims to stimulate international policy research,
provide an effective global research network, and deliver impact, quality, and
opportunities. UNU-WIDER’s audiences include national and international policy
makers, bilateral and multilateral development organizations; and development
researchers, especially in the developing world. UNU-WIDER strives for
excellence in all activities, and the Institute was ranked 6th international
development think tank in the 2012 Global Go-To Think Tanks Report.
Responsibilities: Under the
supervision of the Director, the Senior Research Fellows will:
-Contribute in a major way to the Institute’s research programme, assume
intellectual leadership and take responsibility for the formulation,
implementation, publication, dissemination and evaluation of research programmes
/ projects;
-Design and manage research projects with external researchers and
participants;
-Coordinate and implement conference, communication and meeting activities vis-à-vis
UNU-WIDER’s target audiences;
-Carry out teaching, training and supervision within the capacity building programme
of the Institute, including guidance of junior researchers and PhD students;
-Represent the Institute in both local and international research, policy and
outreach events;
-Support the fund-raising activities of the Institute;
-Draft research and management reports;
-Prepare presentations and speeches for specialist and non-specialist
audiences;
-Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director.
supervision of the Director, the Senior Research Fellows will:
-Contribute in a major way to the Institute’s research programme, assume
intellectual leadership and take responsibility for the formulation,
implementation, publication, dissemination and evaluation of research programmes
/ projects;
-Design and manage research projects with external researchers and
participants;
-Coordinate and implement conference, communication and meeting activities vis-à-vis
UNU-WIDER’s target audiences;
-Carry out teaching, training and supervision within the capacity building programme
of the Institute, including guidance of junior researchers and PhD students;
-Represent the Institute in both local and international research, policy and
outreach events;
-Support the fund-raising activities of the Institute;
-Draft research and management reports;
-Prepare presentations and speeches for specialist and non-specialist
audiences;
-Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director.
Number of award(s): UNU-WIDER is looking for two (2) outstanding individuals with strong
commitment and potential to support the research and training programme of the
Institute.
commitment and potential to support the research and training programme of the
Institute.
Duration of award(s): This is a full time fixed-term appointment. The initial appointment
will be for a period of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal on a
fixed-term appointment basis, subject to satisfactory work performance, with
the combined duration of fixed-term appointments not exceeding six (6) years.
The mandatory age of retirement for United Nations staff is 62 years. Staff
members of the United Nations University are international civil servants
subject to the authority of the Rector and may be assigned to any of the
activities or offices of the United Nations University.
will be for a period of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal on a
fixed-term appointment basis, subject to satisfactory work performance, with
the combined duration of fixed-term appointments not exceeding six (6) years.
The mandatory age of retirement for United Nations staff is 62 years. Staff
members of the United Nations University are international civil servants
subject to the authority of the Rector and may be assigned to any of the
activities or offices of the United Nations University.
What does it cover? Institute offer a competitive net salary (tax-exempted) at P-5 level
and allowances including post adjustment. Post adjustment is subject to change.
The post carries the standard set of United Nations benefits and entitlements
for international positions in the UN Common Systems, including participation
in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the possibility of
participation in a health insurance programme, education grant, removal
expenses and home leave. The Rector reserves the right to appoint a candidate
at a level below that advertised.
and allowances including post adjustment. Post adjustment is subject to change.
The post carries the standard set of United Nations benefits and entitlements
for international positions in the UN Common Systems, including participation
in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the possibility of
participation in a health insurance programme, education grant, removal
expenses and home leave. The Rector reserves the right to appoint a candidate
at a level below that advertised.
How to Apply: The mode
of applying is online.
of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31 July 2013.
