JUA: Penn African Studies Bulletin (09/29/03)

AFRICAN STUDIES CENTER - UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

JUA: Penn African Studies Bulletin (09/29/03)

J U A

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
AFRICAN STUDIES CENTER
BIMONTHY BULLETIN
Issue No.2, Fall 2003
September 29, 2003

COMMUNICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST CAB INTERNATIONAL (CABI) IN KENYA
The position is based at the CABI Africa Regional Center in Nairobi, which works in 6 thematic areas: rural knowledge systems, smallholder commodity chains, sustainable pest management, alien invasive species, conservation and utilization of biodiversity, and information & communication technologies. Further details: http://www.pambazuka.org/newsletter.php?id=16831

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER FOR FEMNET IN KENYA

A regional women's network based in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking to employ a Communications Officer for a two-year full time contract. A probation period of three months shall apply. Further details: http://www.pambazuka.org/newsletter.php?id=16834

SOMALIA: LEGAL EXPERT FOR UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

UNDP intends to recruit an expert for 2 months to support the development of a plan for the library at the University of Hargeisa, with a particular emphasis on the law section. For further details: http://www.reliefweb.int/w/res.nsf/wDocs/

ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY: PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Send application documents to: Dr. C. Nyamweru, Interim Director for St. Lawrence University Kenya Semester, P.O. Box 43795, Nairobi, Kenya. The appointment will begin in the Fall of 2004. For further details: http://www.h-net.org/jobs/display_job.php?jobID=24655

STANFORD UNIVERSITY: ACADEMIC POSITION

Stanford invites applications for a faculty appointment in a humanistic field of African Studies to be made at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor. For further info see: http://www.stanford.edu/dept/AFR/

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR CENTER OF AFRICAN STUDIES

Application Deadline: Friday, October 3, 2003 For further information, contact Professor Ahmad Sikainga, Director, CAS at 614 292 1869 or sikainga.1@osu.edu
INDIANA UNIVERISTY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF AFRICAN HISTORY (Area of specialization: Southern Africa) The position is tenure-track, to begin in fall 2004. Candidates should send a letter of application, c.v., three reference letters, and a writing sample to Professor John Hanson, Chair, African History Search Committee, Department of History, Indiana University, 1020 E. Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington IN 47405-7103. Review of applications will begin 1 November 2003 and continue until the position is filled.
INDIANA UNIVERSITY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMPARATIVE LITERATURE (Area of specialization: African literature) The successful applicant will have expertise in Anglophone and Francophone sub-Saharan African literatures and postcolonial theory, as well as in the techniques of close textual analysis. Preference will be given to candidates with the demonstrated ability to place African literatures in wider cultural contexts. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree at the time of appointment, and be prepared to teach graduate and undergraduate courses. Send a letter of application, c.v., statement of teaching and research interests, a writing sample, and three letters of reference to Africanist Search Committee, Department of Comparative Literature, Indiana University, 1020 E. Kirkwood, Bloomington, IN 47405. Applications received by November 1 will receive full consideration.
INDIANA UNIVERSITY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMPARATIVE POLITICS/INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (Area of specialization: African Politics) The Department of Political Science at Indiana University, Bloomington, intends to make a tenure-track assistant professor appointment in either comparative or international politics with research interests in Africa. To assure full consideration, applications should be submitted by October 15, 2003; however, applications will be considered until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, publications and papers, course syllabi and evaluations, and at least three letters of recommendation to: African Politics Search, Jeffrey C. Isaac, Department Chair, Indiana University Department of Political Science, Woodburn Hall 210, 1100 E. 7th St., Bloomington, IN 47405-7110; FAX (812) 855-2027. Please address any questions to Kristi Brand at (812) 855-1209; email: kbrand@indiana.edu.
INDIANA UNIVERISTY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE (With a specialization in International Political Economy/ Developing Nations) The persons will be expected to work with scholars from multiple disciplines and to participate in IU's strong and growing programs in international and area studies. These will be tenure-track appointments in a social science discipline (Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political Science, or Sociology); applicants with other or interdisciplinary degrees should indicate a disciplinary preference. Applications received by October 15 guaranteed full consideration; the positions will remain open until filled. Applicants should send a letter of application describing research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and syllabi. Three letters of reference should be mailed under separate cover. Send materials to: Daniel Knudsen, Director, International Studies, Indiana University, Woodburn Hall 332, Bloomington, IN 47405-7005 USA.
MCGILL UNIVERSITY: TENURE TRACK JOB IN COMPARATIVE POLITICS (of Developing Areas) The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track position in the field of Comparative Politics (Developing Areas), with a regional specialization in Africa. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, university transcripts, three letters of reference, a sample of written work and materials pertinent to teaching skills. Although the appointment is expected to be at the level of Assistant Professor, appointment at a higher rank is possible. The position start date is August 1, 2004. Review of applications will begin on October 6, 2003 and will continue until the positions are filled. For more information about the Department and University, visit our web site at: www.arts@mcgill.ca/programs/polisci

OHIO UNIVERSITY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SWAHILI AND AFRICAN LANGUAGE PEDAGOGY AND LINGUISTICS

Contact: Richard McGinn, Chair of Linguistics Department Ohio University. For further info see: http://www.ohiou.edu/linguistics/dept/welcome.html

PENN STATE: FACULTY POSITIONS IN AFRICAN AND AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES

The Department is looking for a scholar whose research focus deals with the socioeconomic conditions, cultural creativity, social protest ideologies, and gender relations among people of African origin outside of Africa and the U.S. They are particularly interested in scholars whose geographical focus lies in either south/central America or Lusophone Africa. Applications, consisting of a letter of application (clearly indicating the position applied for), curriculum vitae, the names of three references, and writing sample should be sent to Chair of Search Committee, African and African American Studies, The Pennsylvania State University, 214 Willard Bldg., University Park, PA 16802. Applications received by October 31, 2003 will be assured of consideration; however, all applications will be considered until the position is filled.

DRC: CONSULTANTS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION AND SELF-HELP

The International Foundation for Education and Self-Help (IFESH) is a leading international, non-profit, non-governmental organization focusing on human resource development, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. IFESH is seeking a long- term Program Coordinator and six short-term consultants for a community-based program to reintegrate ex-combatants in northern Katanga Province. For further info see: http://www.fpa.org/jobs_contact2423/jobs_contact_show.htm?doc_id=193205

RWANDA: TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of staff in the Project Coordination Unit; recruitment and management of short-term consultants; management of workshops and study tours; procurement of equipment (using UN modalities); facilitating task forces, financial and technical reporting. Experience required includes 3 years experience in natural resources project management & planning, knowledge of socio-economic survey and/or conservation legislation with a masters or PhD in relevant fields. For further info see: http://www.comminit.com/vacancy1513.html

SIERRA LEONE: HUMAN RIGHTS SECRETARIAT MANAGER

The Human Rights Secretariat Manager will closely work with the Sector Manager and Project Manager in establishing an effective network of agencies and relevant stakeholders, supporting capacity building activities of legal practitioners and local authorities. For more info see: http://www.fpa.org/jobs_contact2423/jobs_contact_show.htm?doc_id=193227

ZIMBABWE: PUBLIC HEALTH COORDINATOR/PROGRAMME LEADER He/she will be responsible for providing technical expertise within the project objectives & work plan, coordinating the implementation, supervision and follow-up of the project activities in close collaboration with the administrative coordinator on site. MPH and/or Medical doctor qualified in public health & epidemiology with a minimum of 5 years of field experience particularly in Africa requested. For further info see: http://www.comminit.com/vacancy1501.html

AFRICA: TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR LANDMINE ACTION.

This organization is looking to recruit a number of Technical Advisors for mine clearance operations in Africa. Applicants must have: A comprehensive understanding and experience of mine clearance and survey procedures; Practical experience of training and preferably some formal training qualifications; A track record of hands-on practical work, self-sufficiency and an ability to adapt to difficult or adverse circumstances. For further info see: http://www.reliefweb.int/w/res.nsf/wDocs/ reference number: (FB3C1C87B55FFD54C1256D910059ACCC)

SOUTHERN AFRICA: PROGRAM MANAGER

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF
LWR is now recruiting for a Program Manager for HIV/AIDS Projects - based in South Africa - to support churches and related ecumenical or faith-based organizations in Southern Africa to develop programs to address the AIDS crisis in impoverished communities - based on need rather than on race, ethnicity, religion, or creed. This is a temporary position with a two-year contract with no possibility of renewal. For further details: http://www.pambazuka.org/newsletter.php?id=16982

SUDAN: CHILD LABOUR RESEARCH CONSULTANT FOR SAVE THE CHILDREN UK.

Save the Children's Sudan and south Sudan programmes are looking for an experienced consultant to join three national researchers to design and implement a study on the exploitation of child labor in South Darfur and any associated separation of children from their families. http://www.reliefweb.int/w/res.nsf/wDocs/ reference number: (55DEF234A01F0523C1256D95003E5CBE)

ZIMBABWE: HIV/AIDS PUBLICATIONS ADVISOR FOR CATHOLIC INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS. This Institution is looking to recruit a development worker to work with the Southern Africa HIV/AIDS Information and Dissemination Service (SAFAIDS) providing in-house training and mentoring to staff in writing, editing, materials production and communication skills. The postholder will also contribute to develop information strategies. You will have a minimum of 3 years' direct work experience in writing, editing, assessing information needs, repackaging, publishing and targeting materials for a diverse audience. Solid knowledge of gender and HIV/AIDS as development issues and experience in training or mentoring are essential. For further info see: http://www.ciir.org/ciir.asp?section=jobs&page=story&id=796

THE INSTITUTE FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH: DIRECTOR OF THE INSTITUTE OF HISTORICAL STUDIES.

UWC is looking to appoint a scholar with a proven research record, ideally with experience in managing and giving direction to directing major research projects. S/He needs to be able to provide academic leadership, to have vision, to develop the research productivity of the IHR, and to be able to relate well to the communities with which the IHR works. There is also a developing UWC policy that institutes should have a clear niche and be hospitable to multi-disciplinary projects. For more information, contact Prof. Martin Legassick: (mlegassi@iafrica.com ).

BURUNDI: FIELD COORDINATOR FOR THE INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE.

Responsibilities of the candidate will include: Serving as the IRC representative in-charge of the Rutuna Field Office (approx. 30 national staff); and Supervising needs assessments, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all projects in Rutuna Province (currently water/sanitation, hygiene promotion, and the Roll Back Malaria plan). For further information see: http://www.fpa.org/jobs_contact2423/jobs_contact_show.htm?doc_id=193346

GHANA: COORDINATOR COHRE AFRICA PROGRAMME

The Centre on Housing Rights and Evictions (COHRE) is an international human rights non-governmental organization (NGO), with a particular focus on the human right to adequate housing and preventing forced evictions. COHRE has regional programmes in Asia & the Pacific, the Americas and Africa, along with thematic programmes on housing and property restitution; women and housing rights; the right to adequate water; and litigation. COHRE was established in 1994, and is now recognised as an important voice in the global human rights movement. COHRE requires a Coordinator to manage its Africa Programme, to be based in Accra, Ghana. For further details: http://www.pambazuka.org/newsletter.php?id=17302

UGANDA: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR EASSI (Eastern African Sub-regional Support Initiative For The Advancement Of Women). Eastern African Sub-regional Support Initiative for the Advancement of Women (EASSI), is a women's organization established to facilitate follow-up of the implementation of the Global and African Platforms for Action for the advancement of women within the Eastern African Sub-region. EASSI is looking to fill the vacant position of executive director. It focuses on the enhancement of gender equity and social justice through networking, research, capacity building and advocacy for women. For further details: http://www.pambazuka.org/newsletter.php?id=17303

ZIMBABWE: DEPUTY PROGRAMME DIRECTOR FOR SAVE THE CHILDREN UK.

SC UK is looking for an innovative person to play a key role in our Zimbabwe programme. As Deputy Programme Director you will be responsible for supporting the management and development of the programme, while ensuring that we effectively meet the long and short-term needs of children within agreed frameworks and organizational strategies. For more information see: http://www.reliefweb.int/w/res.nsf/wDocs/ reference number: (9CDCB3BA69DC63F1C1256D9E005A5222)

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