Researcher,
Albanian Institute for International Studies
Albanian Institute for International Studies
Rr. "Deshmoret e 4 Shkurtit", Nr. 7/1, Tirana Albania
Tel: +355 42 488 53 Fax: +355 4 270 337
E-mail: aiis@icc.al.eu.org
Website: http://www.aiis-albania.org
The Albanian Institute for International Studies (AIIS) is an Albanian
think-tank employing an enthusiastic group of people that are well-qualified and
experienced in various fields of international relations and security issues.
It is focused on contemporary issues, particularly in the Balkans, on
development and prognoses of political, security and ethnic questions,
identification of conflicts, conflict prevention, and conflict resolution.
Also, it aims to address issues stemming from Albania' Euro-Atlantic integration
process, particularly from the point of view of the domestic reforms necessary
to achieve EU standards.
AIIS is looking for candidates for the position of researcher. AIIS will offer
a renewable one-year contract that includes a competitive wage and benefits to
the successful candidate. S/he will write policy and academic papers. The
person that will be selected will deal with research on security, transition to
democracy, European Union and NATO integration and economic development issues.
S/he will write project proposals, conduct fieldwork and write final reports on
projects dealing with the above-mentioned issues. Furthermore, s/he will be
expected to contribute to and edit an AIIS-sponsored quarterly journal.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:
q A diploma from a Western university, preferably in one of the following fields
of study: political science, international relations or economics. However,
AIIS encourages candidates that have completed their studies in other social
sciences to apply as well.
- A Master's degree is preferred, but it is not a must. However, the quality of
work that is expected from the candidate will be quite high, and a Master's
degree would be quite helpful in this regard.
- Excellent knowledge of English and Albanian. The successful candidate must
have excellent research and writing skills in both languages. A good knowledge
of another language is preferred but not necessary for this position.
Please forward a resume, cover letter, and a small writing sample by e-mail or
snail mail to the address above.
Alex Nash Fellowship in
Albanian Studies
Applications are invited for the above post. The Fellowship, which will be for
three years from 1 September 2002, will be in one or a combination of the
following disciplines: economics, political science, geography, sociology,
history, language, literature or cultural studies. The Fellow will be expected
to develop Albanian Studies in the School through research, MA teaching and
postgraduate supervision. The annual salary will start on point 4 of the
Academic Related Research Staff scale RA1A (Ł20,399 pa including London
Allowance).Further particulars are available. Applications in the form of a
letter and full curriculum vitae, plus any relevant research papers, should be
sent to Maria Widdowson, School of Slavonic and East European Studies, Senate
House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU or by email to
vacancy@ssees.ac.uk.
Closing date for applications: 1st May 2003.
TEACHER/FELLOWSHIP in
ALBANIAN STUDIES 2003-2004 The School of Slavonic and East European Studies(University College London)
and the British Embassy, Tirana, invite applications from academic specialists
in history, politics, economics,sociology, linguistics, anthropology, ethnic and
minority studies, gender studies, or cultural studies for a one-year
teacher-fellowship sponsored by a UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office Chevening
Scholarship and the School of Slavonic and East European Studies, tenable from 1
September 2003 to 30 June 2004 at the School in London. Full job specification
and the application form are available on
http://www.ssees.ac.uk (staff vacancies). Applications should be made in
duplicate using the form provided to arrive no later than 15 March 2003. One set
should be sent to: The Director's Office, School of Slavonic and East European
Studies, University College London, Senate House, Malet Street,London WC1E 7HU;
fax: 44-20 7862 8640 or by email to
c.fernandes@ssees.ac.uk.The second set should be sent to: Press and Public
Affairs Section, attn of MrsTelo, British Embassy, Tirana, Albania or by email:
Gentiana.Telo@fco.gov.uk.
Short-listed applicants will be interviewed at the British Embassy in Tirana on
Wednesday 24 April 2003.
Resident Program Officer, Albania
Job Description: The International Republican Institute (IRI), a
non-profit organization dedicated to advancing democracy
worldwide, seeks a Resident Program Officer for Albania. IRI's
program in Albania promotes Parliament's development and youth
participation in politics.
Qualifications: Candidates must have substantial legislative
and/or political experience, strong initiative, ability to work
independently, mature political judgment, and excellent verbal and
written communication skills. Strong preference is given to
candidates with experience working in developing countries. Send
cover letter, resume, and references to:
International Republican Institute Attn: HR Dept., 1225 Eye
Street, NW,
Suite #700 Washington, DC 20005, or
personnel@iri.org, or fax:
(202)
408-9461. IRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Project Manager - Capacity Building
Organisation: CORD (Christian Outreach - Relief and Development)
Location: Elbasan, Albania
Required to liaise and support church partners in Elbasan and the
surrounding areas to achieve their vision. Responsibilities
will include training church leaders; strategic planning;
providing access to training materials and building contacts
with local government, partner organisations and international
NGOs. Previous experience in leadership and facilitation of
training activities together with proven experience of managing
people are essential. Excellent communication skills and
English together with Albanian or the ability to learn Albanian
are also essential. Experience of community development
programmes and organisational development would be an
advantage. The successful candidate must be fit as frequent
visits to local villages can be physically demanding. The
position will be based in Elbasan and is available from October
2002.
To Apply:
CORD is a Christian relief and development agency currently
operational in Albania, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Mozambique,
Tanzania, Vietnam and Zambia and working in both refugee and
community development settings. All CORD international and UK
staff are committed Christians and participate in the spiritual
life of their team. A remuneration package for overseas positions
covers all costs and includes a home allowance based on position
and responsibility. All applicants must have free right of entry
into UK. We regret that we are unable to process applications
from outside Western Europe. If you are interested in pursuing
this vacancy, please send: your CV; details of your Christian
commitment and church involvement to: Personnel Section CORD 1 New
Street LEAMINGTON SPA Warwickshire CV31 1HP Fax: 01926 885786
EMAIL:
recruitment@cord.org.uk
Tirana Contributor, Intellinews
Intellinews, a service of Internet securities, Inc. a Euromoney
Institutional Investor company is looking for a contributor based
in Tirana.
The contributor will deliver 1.5-2 pages of review of the Albanian
press. The review is expected every working day by 07:30 am. The
contributor will also deliver a weekly report on Mondays.
The review is in English language only. The choice of the news is
mainly business and politics. No sports, arts and weather news are
to be reported.
The ideal candidate will have an economics/ business degree and
exprience in journalism. The candidates' English language is
expected to be very strong.
Interested candidates please send CV to Georgi Kadiev, Director of
Intellinews, at
gkadiev@securities.com
For more info about Intellinews please visit
http://www.securities.com/MyImages/intellinews.html
Interested candidates please email CV and Motivation Letter to
gkadiev@securities.com.pl
POLITICAL PARTY DEVELOPMENT RESIDENT REPRESENTATIVE Job Category: Project management
Type: Full time
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Description: NDI seeks to hire one resident representative to implement a
political party development program. The incumbent would focus on party
development at the local level, including strengthening the capacity of party
branches and increasing the political participation of youth. The position is
based in the capital, Tirana. The anticipated date of deployment is April/May
2002 and a one-year commitment is requested.
Background
Since 1992, NDI has cooperated with an Albanian non-governmental organization as
the group monitored elections during Albania's transition to democracy. In
recent years, the Institute has expanded the scope of its work to include
political party development and citizen political participation. Since 1999, the
political party program has worked to identify and train youth political
activists. In 2002, NDI will begin working to increase the capacity of party
branches and to assist the branches as they utilize the skills and knowledge of
these identified activists.
NDI's Albania program is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development
and the Tirana office is shared by three resident representatives and Albanian
staff.
Primary Responsibilities
Programmatic:
Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with participating
political parties
Conduct skills-based seminars and workshops, and provide training and technical
assistance to political parties
Collaborate with NDI Albania's citizen participation program
Develop and maintain relationships with the U.S. Department of State, U.S.
Agency for International Development, the Organization for Security and
Cooperation in Europe and other international and domestic organizations active
in Albania
Administrative:
Make program and logistical arrangements for short-term NDI trainers.
Oversee and provide guidance to Albanian staff.
Draft written reports to NDI Washington, which monitor and measure program
results and political developments in Albania.
Manage and reconcile program expenses.
Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Languages: English
Additional Qualifications: A minimum of seven (7) years of political experience
either as a political party official or working with national and local levels
of political organization, party building and reform, communication and
outreach.
Training experience in political organizing.
Strong written and oral communications skills. Computer literacy is required.
Experience with conference/seminar organizing and facilitation.
High degree of organization and initiative.
Experience in financial management and reporting.
Excellent staff and office management and interpersonal skills.
Experience with USAID, OSCE and other international organizations helpful.
Knowledge of program evaluation techniques helpful.
How to Apply: Interested applicants can apply now using our on-line resume tool.
Refer to Source Code NDIWS and cite the exact position title in the cover
letter.
Or email your resume and cover letter as one document to:
ndi@rpc.webhire.com. Refer to Source
Code NDIWS in the subject line.
If applying for multiple positions, please refer to each job title in your cover
letter. Do not send more than one copy of your resume at a time.
