Category Archives: PhD/post doctoral

GREEN CLIMATE FUND INDEPENDENT EVALUATION UNIT (IEU) INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Application Deadline: 7 January, 2024

LOCATION: South Korea

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a multilateral fund created to make significant and ambitious contributions to the global efforts to combat climate change. The GCF contributes to achieving the objectives of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Paris Agreement. The Independent Evaluation Office (IEU) of the GCF informs the decision-making by the Board, conducts periodic independent evaluations of GCF performance, and provides evaluation reports to the Conference of Parties of the UNFCCC. It has dual learning and accountability functions within the GCF. The evaluation intern will support the IEU in the delivery of its objectives, including in the development and undertaking of evaluations. 

ELIGIBILITY:

The duty station is in South Korea. The GCF still aims to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged.

Currently enrolled in a PhD/masters programme or recently graduated;

Knowledge of conducting research methods, in particular, qualitative data analysis and synthesis;

Demonstrable experience in studying and applying dimensions of environmental policy and evaluation;

Knowledge of international organizations, development agencies, government, private sector, or non-profit sector;

Experience working with colleagues from different functions and cultures. Proven ability to work well within a team environment;

Mature judgment and commitment to confidentiality;

Excellent writing skills and capacity to record accurate minutes;

Good analytical skills and be able to analyze documents and projects quickly and accurately;

Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office software programs;

Fluency in English is essential.

Deadline: 7 Jan 2023 (Internship starts 08 July 2024)

BENEFIT:

Remuneration: US$ 1,300/month plus health insurance.

The internship is a six-month program with the possibility of renewal.

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HERTIE SCHOOL DOCTORAL PROGRAMME IN GOVERNANCE, BERLIN

Application Deadline: 31 January, 2024

LOCATION: Germany

The Hertie School is part of a vibrant research hub in the heart of Berlin and closely cooperates with leading doctoral programmes in the social sciences in Europe. Each year they offer eight competitive PhD stipends to outstanding PhD candidates. They are interested in applicants with an exceptionally strong master’s degree (or equivalent) in economics, law, political science, sociology, public administration, management, and data science or related fields. The master’s degree should be completed before you enter the programme. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Programmes are targeted at PhD candidates with a masters degree and a strong foundation in economics, law, political science, sociology, public administration, management or related fields. Admission to our PhD programmes are competitive and each application will be evaluated along academic criteria by our central admission committee. In addition, it is necessary that a dissertation can be supervsied at the school by one of our faculty members.

You can apply while your master’s programme is still ongoing. Please submit all transcripts and certificates you have acquired by the time of your application. The final master’s degree transcript and certificate must be submitted at the latest upon matriculation (i.e., by 1 August).

If you receive a scholarship from the Hertie School, employment is limited to 10 hours a week. Furthermore, there is a salary limit. Candidates with part-time positions (limited to 20h/week max.) at the Hertie School may adjust their PhD study plan in accordance with their professional obligations. The respective arrangements must be agreed upon with the PhD Board.

BENEFIT:

The Hertie School does not charge tuition fees for its doctoral programmes. Each year we offer eight competitive three-year stipends of 1450 euros per month plus a monthly health insurance contribution of up to 200 euros.

Student Life Team will offer support with administrative issues such as visa, residence permits, health insurance, etc. Please visit their website or write an e-mail to studentlife@hertie-school.org.

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