Thursday, February 20, 2014

JOB NETWORKING- AN ESSENTIAL TOOL IN THE JOB SEARCH PROCESS

Job Networking Tips

How to Find a Job By Building Relationships

Finding a job in today’s economy can be tough, but there are opportunities if you know where to look. The best way to find these opportunities is not through online job boards, the classifieds,or employment agencies—it’s by talking to people around you. Your network of friends, relatives, colleagues, and acquaintances is a valuable job search resource. Networking may sound intimidating, but it can be rewarding and fun, even if you’re shy or feel like you don’t know many people

What is networking?

The vast majority of job openings are never advertised; they’re filled by word of mouth. That’s why networking is the best way to find a job. Unfortunately, many job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking because they’re afraid of being seen as pushy, annoying, or self-serving. But networking isn’t about using other people or aggressively promoting yourself—it’s about building relationships.

You already know how to network

Networking is nothing more than getting to know people. Whether you realize it or not, you’re already networking every day and everywhere you go. You are networking when you strike up a conversation with the person next to you in line, introduce yourself to other parents at your child’s school, meet a friend of a friend, catch up with a former co-worker, or stop to chat with your neighbor. Everyone you meet can help you move your job search forward.

Tapping the hidden job market may take more planning and nerve than searching online, but it’s much more effective. Adopting a networking lifestyle—a lifestyle of connecting and helping others in good times and bad—will help you find the right job, make valuable connections in your chosen field, and stay focused and motivated during your job search.

Networking is the best way to find a job because:

People do business primarily with people they know and like. Resumes and cover letters alone are often too impersonal to convince employers to hire you.
Job listings tend to draw piles of applicants, which puts you in intense competition with many others. Networking makes you a recommended member of a much smaller pool.
The job you want may not be advertised at all. Networking leads to information and job leads, often before a formal job description is created or a job announced.

Job networking tip 1: You know more people than you think

You may think that you don’t know anyone who can help you with your job search. But you know more people than you think, and there’s a very good chance that at least a few of these people know someone who can give you career advice or point you to a job opening. You’ll never know if you don’t ask!

Make a list of the people in your network

Your network is bigger than you think it is. It includes all of your family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, colleagues, and even casual acquaintances. Start writing down names, and you’ll be surprised at how quickly the list grows.

Think about people you know from former jobs, high school and college, church, your child’s school, the gym, social media, or your neighborhood. Also think about people you’ve met through your close connections: your sister’s co-worker; your best friend’s boss; your college roommate’s spouse; friends of your parents; your uncle’s business partner. Don’t forget to include people like your doctor, landlord, accountant, dry cleaner, or yoga instructor.

Yes, you do have a job network, and it’s more powerful than you think:

You already belong to many networks (family, friends, colleagues, fellow civic club members, etc.) and your job search network can be natural outgrowth of these primary contacts.
Each network connects you to another network (e.g., your child’s teacher can connect you with other parents, schools, and school suppliers).
Each member of a network may know of an available job or a connection to someone who will know of one.

If you’re nervous about making contact—either because you’re uncomfortable asking for favors or embarrassed about your employment situation—try to keep the following things in mind:

It feels good to help others. Most people will gladly assist you if they can.
People like to give advice and be recognized for their expertise.
Almost everyone knows what it’s like to be out of work or looking for a job. They’ll sympathize with your situation.
Unemployment can be isolating and stressful. By connecting with others, you’re sure to get some much needed encouragement, fellowship, and moral support.
Reconnecting with the people in your network should be fun—even if you have an agenda. The more this feels like a chore the more tedious and anxiety-ridden the process will be.

Job networking tip 2: Reach out to your network

All the connections in the world won’t help you find a job if no one knows about your situation. Once you’ve drawn up your list, start making contact with the people in your network. Let them know that you’re looking for a job. Be specific about what kind of work you’re looking for and ask them if they have any information or know anyone in a relevant field. Don’t assume that certain people won’t be able to help. You may be surprised by who they know.

Figure out what you want before you start networking

Networking is most effective when you have specific employer targets and career goals. It’s hard to get leads with a generic “Let me know if you hear of anything” request. You may think that you’ll have better job luck if you leave yourself open to all the possibilities, but the reality is this “openness” creates a black hole that sucks all of the networking potential out of the connection.

A generic networking request for a job is worse than no request at all, because you can lose that networking contact and opportunity. Asking for specific information, leads, or an interview is much more focused and easier for the networking source. If you’re having trouble focusing your job search, you can turn to close friends and family members for help, but avoid contacting more distant people in your network until you’ve set clear goals.

Start with your references

When you are looking for a job, start with your references. Your best references—the people who like you and can endorse your abilities, track record, and character—are major networking hubs.

Contact each one of your references to network about your possibilities and affirm their agreement to be your reference.
Describe your goals and seek their assistance.
Keep them informed on your job search progress.
Prepare them for any calls from potential employers.
Let them know what happened and thank them for their help regardless of the outcome.

Job networking tip 3: Improve your communication skills

Effective communication is a cornerstone of job networking. As simple as communication may seem, much of what we try to communicate—and others try to communicate to us—gets misunderstood.

Effective communication combines a set of learned skills: attentive listening, recognizing and using nonverbal cues, managing stress in the moment, and understanding your own emotions and those of the person you're communicating with.

Attentive listening

Effective listening means not just understanding the words or the information being communicated, but also understanding how the speaker feels about what they're communicating. To listen effectively:

Focus fully on the speaker and his or her body language, rather than daydreaming, texting, or doodling. If you find it hard to concentrate, try repeating the speaker's words over in your head.
Avoid interrupting or trying to redirect the conversation to your concerns. Listening is not the same as waiting for your turn to talk. You can't concentrate on what someone's saying if you're forming what you're going to say next.
Show your interest in what's being said. Nod occasionally, smile at the person, and make sure your posture is open and inviting.

Nonverbal communication

Wordless communication, or body language, includes facial expressions, body movement and gestures, eye contact, posture, and the tone of your voice. The way you look, listen, move, and react to another person tells them more about how you're feeling than words alone ever can.

You can enhance effective communication by using open body language—arms uncrossed, standing with an open stance or sitting on the edge of your seat, and maintaining eye contact with the person you're talking to.
Body language can emphasize or enhance your verbal message—patting a friend on the back while complimenting him on his success, for example, or pounding your fists to underline your message.

Managing stress

Overwhelming stress can hamper effective communication by disrupting your capacity to think clearly and creatively, and act appropriately. When you're stressed, you're more likely to misread other people and send confusing or off-putting nonverbal signals.

To quickly deal with stress while communicating:

Recognize when you're becoming stressed. Are your muscles tight? Are your hands clenched? Is your breath shallow?
Take a moment to calm down. Take a few deep breaths, clench and relax your muscles, or take a break if possible. Stroll outside or spend a few minutes in a quiet place to regain your balance.
Bring your senses to the rescue. The best way to rapidly and reliably relieve stress is through your senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Wearing a favorite perfume or cologne, or keeping a photo of your family at hand may help to calm you.
Find the humor. When used appropriately, humor is a great way to diffuse stress. Lighten the mood by sharing a joke or amusing story.

Emotional awareness

Developing emotional awareness provides you the tools for understanding both yourself and other people, and the real messages they are communicating to you. Although knowing your own feelings may seem simple, many people ignore or try to sedate strong emotions like anger, sadness, and fear. But your ability to communicate effectively depends on being connected to these feelings. If you're afraid of strong emotions or insist on communicating only on a rational level, it will impair your ability to fully understand others and build strong connections.

Job networking tip 4: Focus on building relationships

Networking is a give-and-take process that involves making connections, sharing information, and asking questions. It’s a way of relating to others, not a technique for getting a job or a favor. You don’t have to hand out your business cards on street corners, cold call everyone on your contact list, or work a room of strangers. All you have to do is reach out.

Be authentic. In any job search or networking situation, being you—the real you—should be your goal. Hiding who you are or suppressing your true interests and goals will only hurt you in the long run. Pursuing what you want and not what you think others will like, will always be more fulfilling and ultimately more successful.
Be considerate. If you’re reconnecting with an old friend or colleague, take the time to get through the catching-up phase before you blurt out your need. On the other hand, if this person is a busy professional you don’t know well, be respectful of his or her time and come straight out with your request.
Ask for advice, not a job. Don’t ask for a job, a request comes with a lot of pressure. You want your contacts to become allies in your job search, not make them feel ambushed, so ask for information or insight instead. If they’re able to hire you or refer you to someone who can, they will. If not, you haven’t put them in the uncomfortable position of turning you down or telling you they can’t help.
Be specific in your request. Before you go off and reconnect with everyone you’ve ever known, get your act together and do a little homework. Be prepared to articulate what you’re looking for. Is it a reference? An insider’s take on the industry? A referral? An introduction to someone in the field? Also make sure to provide an update on your qualifications and recent professional experience.

Slow down and enjoy the job networking process

The best racecar drivers are masters of slowing down. They know that the fastest way around the track is by slowing down going into the turns, so they can accelerate sooner as they’re heading into the straightaway. As you’re networking, keep this “Slow in, fast out” racing mantra in mind.

Effective networking is not something that should be rushed. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to be efficient and focused, but hurried, emergency networking is not conducive to building relationships for mutual support and benefit. When you network, you should slow down, be present, and try to enjoy the process. This will speed up your chances for success in the job-hunting race. Just because you have an agenda doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy reconnecting.

Don’t be a hit-and-run networker

Don’t be a hit-and-run networker: connecting, getting what you want, and then disappearing, never to be heard from until the next time you need something. Invest in your network by following up and providing feedback to those who were kind of enough to offer their help. Thank them for their referral and assistance. Let them know whether you got the interview or the job. Or use the opportunity to report on the lack of success or the need for additional help.

Job networking tip 5: Evaluate the quality of your network

If your networking efforts don’t seem to be going anywhere, you may need to evaluate the quality of your network. Take some time to think about your network’s strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities. Without such an evaluation, there is little chance your network will adapt to your needs and your future goals. You may not notice how bound you are to history, or how certain connections are holding you back. And you may miss opportunities to branch out and forge new ties that will help you move forward.

Taking inventory of your network and where it is lacking is time well spent. If you feel your network is out of date, then it's time to upgrade! Your mere awareness of your needs will help you connect you with new and more relevant contacts and networks.

Rate your network

Give yourself 1 point for each question you answer yes.

Do you trust your network to give you the truth about the real you?
Does your network challenge you as much as it supports you?
Does your network feel vibrant and dynamic?
Does your network represent your future goals as much as your past?
Are the networks connected to your network strong?

5 pts – Your network is in great shape!

3-4 pts – You need to enhance your network.

0-2 pts – Your network needs a makeover.

Job networking tip 6: Take advantage of both “strong” and “weak” ties

Everyone has both “strong” and “weak” ties. Strong ties occupy that inner circle and weak ties are less established. Adding people to networks is time consuming, especially strong ties. It requires an investment of time and energy to have multiple "best friends.” Trying to stay in touch with new acquaintances is just as challenging.

But adding new “weak tie” members gives your network vitality and even more cognitive flexibility—the ability to consider new ideas and options. New relationships invigorate the network by providing a connection to new networks, viewpoints, and opportunities.

Tips for strengthening your job network

Tap into your strong ties. Your strong ties will logically and trustingly lead to new weak ties that build a stronger network. Use your existing network to add members and reconnect with people. Start by engaging the people in your trusted inner circle to help you fill in the gaps in your network.
Think about where you want to go. Your network should reflect where you’re going, not just where you’ve been. Adding people to your network who reflect issues, jobs, industries, and areas of interest is essential. If you are a new graduate or a career changer, join the professional associations that represent your desired career path. Attending conferences, reading journals, and keeping up with the lingo of your desired field can prepare you for where you want to go.
Make the process of connecting a priority. Make connecting a habit—part of your lifestyle. Connecting is just as important as your exercise routine. It breathes life into you and gives you confidence. Find out how your network is doing in this environment, what steps they are taking, and how you can help. As you connect, the world will feel smaller and a small world is much easier to manage.

Job networking tip 7: Take the time to maintain your network

Maintaining your job network is just as important as building it. Accumulating new contacts can be beneficial, but only if you have the time to nurture the relationships. Avoid the irrational impulse to meet as many new people as possible. The key is quality, rather than quantity. Focus on cultivating and maintaining your existing network. You’re sure to discover an incredible array of information, knowledge, expertise, and opportunities.

Schedule time with your key contacts

List the people who are crucial to your network—people you know who can and have been very important to you. Invariably, there will be some you have lost touch with. Reconnect and then schedule a regular meeting or phone call. You don't need a reason to get in touch. It will always make you feel good and provide you with an insight or two.

Prioritize the rest of your contacts

Keep a running list of people you need to reconnect with. People whose view of the world you value. People you’d like to get to know better or whose company you enjoy. Prioritize these contacts and then schedule time into your regular routine so you can make your way down the list.

Take notes on the people in your network

Collecting cards and filing them is a start. But maintaining your contacts, new and old, requires updates. Add notes about their families, their jobs, their interests, and their needs. Unless you have a photographic memory, you won’t remember all of this information unless you write it down. Put these updates and notes on the back of their business cards or input them into your contact database.

Find ways to reciprocate

Always remember that successful networking is a two-way street. Your ultimate goal is to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships. That means giving as well as receiving. Send a thank-you note, ask them about their family, email an article you think they might be interested in, and check in periodically to see how they’re doing. By nurturing the relationship through your job search and beyond, you’ll establish a strong network of people you can count on for ideas, advice, feedback, and support.

Helpguide thanks John E. Kobara, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the California Community Foundation. This article is adapted from his blog, Adopting the Mentoring and Networking Lifestyle.

Authors: John E. Kobara and Melinda Smith, M.A.

Courtesy:http://www.helpguide.org/life/job_networking_how_to_find_job.htm

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2014

Innovations for Poverty Action Job Vacancy in Ghana : Internships in Africa, Ghana

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a nonprofit dedicated to discovering what works to help the world’s poor. We design and evaluate programs in real contexts with real people, and provide hands-on assistance to bring successful programs to scale. IPA is accepting interns for the spring of 2014 globally. These positions offer an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research.
Interns perform a variety of tasks, including:

Provide monitoring and oversight for project implementation;
Assist with developing and piloting survey questionnaires and other measurement tools;
Coordinate field data collection efforts;
Conduct administrative data collection;
Develop data quality and content quality protocols;
Write reports to donors;
Coordinate with partner organizations;
Assist with data cleaning and analysis;
Update and draft policy briefs and memos;
Organize conferences;
Office administration;
Database management; and
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Currently studying (Undergraduate or graduate students in economics, social sciences, public policy, or related fields)
Coursework in development economics and research methods, advanced knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred), knowledge of zTree (programming software for computerized experiments) is s plus or experience with data management required for research related positions;
Prior work experience (i.e. field research) or volunteer experience in a developing country is a plus
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to manage multiple tasks efficiently as a team player
A passion for Behavioral Economics
Interest in living and working in Abroad
Strong oral and written communications skills;
The candidate should also be a self-starter, resourceful and detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Additional qualifications for field-based internships:

Developing country experience, cultural sensitivity, and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies; and
Strong oral and written communications skills: proficiency in English and depending on the country, proficiency in the local language may be required.

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES:
Intern, The Hunger Project (Ghana)
The Hunger Project is looking for intern with experience in Stata as well as some previous development/project experience. Tasks will mostly comprise data work as well as with assisting with managing Detailed Attrition Analysis. The intern will preferably begin in October and work through till December.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Hunger Project
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Making Ghana Girls Great (Ghana)
The MGcubed project is looking for an intern to work on a newly launched distance learning project. In this position you would gain broad exposure to field research and project management working alongside Ghanaian and international staff. Specific responsibilities will depend on the intern’s interest and capability, but will likely include data analysis, report writing and project planning. The position is based in Accra. If you are good writer, have strong quantitative skills and at least 1-2 years of work experience.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101IPAGhana Intern, MGGG
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Commercial Agriculture Project Ghana)
The Ghana Commercial Agriculture Project (GCAP) aims to increase agricultural productivity and improve livelihoods via increased access to land, private sector finance, and input- and output-markets by smallholder farms and others engaged in commercial agriculture in the Accra Plains and Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA) zone. The GCAP project will need an intern with good data management and programming skills in Stata to help with the management of high frequency data.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Commercial Agriculture Project
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Field Office (Ghana)
IPA Ghana is looking for two interns to support the country office. In this position you will gain exposure to various projects in the agriculture, health, education and micro-finance sectors. In addition, you will work closely with the IPA Ghana management team. Your specific responsibilities will depend on your interest and capability, but will likely include developing systems for cross-project information management, planning and data analysis. The positions are based in Tamale and Accra, and may involve travel to project sites across Ghana. The intern should have a background in systems development, strong quantitative skills and preferably ICT skills.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, FOG
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, C4D (Ghana)
IPA Ghana is seeking an intern for a health behavior change project based out of the Tamale office. The intern will support implementation monitoring of the community-based component, and work with the project team to develop content for a new mobile phone intervention. Strong candidates will have 1-2 years of work experience, and Masters level applicants are preferred. Skills in health research, behavior change communications, management of field work, or quantitative data collection will be a plus.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, C4D
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, RING (Ghana)
IPA Ghana is looking for an intern to work on a newly launched rural development and nutrition project. In this position you will gain exposure to field research and project management, working alongside Ghanaian and international staff. Your specific responsibilities will depend on your interest and capability, but will likely include designing and piloting questionnaires, preparing logistics for launching a baseline survey and supporting the project team during fieldwork. The position is based in Tamale and may involve travel to project sites across northern Ghana. If you have strong quantitative skills, a proven interest in rural development and at least 1-2 years of work experience.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, RING
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, CBE (Ghana)
IPA Ghana is looking for an intern to work on a newly launched education project. In this position you will gain exposure to field research and project management, working alongside Ghanaian and international staff. Your specific responsibilities will depend on your interest and capability, but will likely include designing and piloting questionnaires, preparing logistics for launching a baseline survey and supporting the project team during fieldwork. The position is based in Tamale and may involve travel to project sites across northern Ghana. If you have strong quantitative skills, a proven interest in the education sector and at least 1-2 years of work experience.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, CBE
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Disseminating Innovative Resources and Technologies for Smallholder farmers (Ghana)
DIRTS is seeking a Fall intern to work on their weather indexed insurance intervention. Responsibilities include overseeing notification of outcome for the 2013 agricultural season, and developing marketing scripts, protocols, and materials for the 2014 season. The intern will be involved in recruitment, training, and monitoring of field staff, using rainfall data and insurance contracts to determine payout, producing field protocols and marketing scripts, notification scripts, and training materials. Desired qualifications include undergraduate studies in development economics or related field, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Microsoft Excel and mail merging), management of field staff, and experience in a developing country.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern,Insurance-DIRTS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Annual Survey (Ghana)
DIRTS is seeking a Fall intern to work on their baseline survey of sample households between November 2014 and February 2014. The intern will be involved in piloting an electronic survey in non-sample communities, and assisting in the launch and management of baseline survey. Desired qualifications include experience in the collection and management of survey data, familiarity with electronic survey software (particularly Blaise), comfort with Stata and management of large datasets, and experience working in a developing country.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern,Annual Survey-DIRTS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Extension (Ghana)
DIRTS is seeking a Fall intern to work on their community-based extension intervention. The intern will be involved in recruitment, management and training of community-based field staff, developing and refining field monitoring systems, and assisting in content development. Desired qualifications include experience working in a developing country, in addition to managing, training, and recruiting large teams. Candidates studying development economics, agriculture, or related fields are preferred.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Extension Interview
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Busara Center for Behavioral Economics (Kenya)
IPA‘s Nairobi office is looking to hire an intern for the Busara Center for Behavioral Economics. It is the first Center for Behavioral Economics in a developing country, where decision-making experiments are carried out with participants from informal settlements. The intern is expected to leave this internship with meaningful experience running lab sessions, programming experiments, working with participants and local staff.
The position offers an opportunityto gain first-hand field management experiencein an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research. The principal investigators are Johannes Haushofer and Chaning Jang, however you will be working closely with all researchers who conduct studies at the lab. Past studies have also been led by researchers from Duke, MIT, Harvard, University College London, UC Berkeley, IFPRI, and Stanford.
For reference please visit: www.busaracenter.org
A commitment of 3-5 months is required for this position.
Application Instructions:
Please follow the application instructions below. Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered. Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to jobs-interns@poverty-action.org and cc linda@busaracenter.org, chaning@busaracenter.org

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya, Intern-Busara Center for Behavioral Economics
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, MIS System (Kenya)
IPA’s Kisumu office is looking to hire one MIS System intern to support the monitoring and evaluation components of the National School Based Deworming Programme. The intern will execute a qualitative evaluation aimed at validating data on the number of children treated for worms. The interns will have 1-2 years work experience, ideally in some form of research, evaluation, or focus groups.
Application Instructions:
Please follow the application instructions below. Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered. Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you are interested in the internship, please email your CV and application letter to jobs-dtw-kenya@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern, MIS System
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Program Implementation (Kenya)
IPA’s Nairobi office is looking to hire one Programme Implementation intern to support the implantation of the National School Based Deworming Programme. The intern will gain experience in implementing a large scale development programme and will play a role in supporting programme coordinators with key elements of the programme including training local officials, preparing for national policy meetings and supporting logistics. The interns will have 1-2 years work experience, and interest in project management.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested, and meet these qualifications, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs-dtw-kenya@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern,Program Implementation
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Qualitative Study (Kenya)
IPA’s Kisumu office is looking to hire one Qualitative Study intern to support the monitoring and evaluation components of the National School Based Deworming Programme. The intern will plan and execute a qualitative evaluation to help the programme implementation team know more about the quality of training provided to government officials and teachers. Results of the study will significantly inform programme design and quality. The interns will have 1-2 years work experience, ideally in some form of research, evaluation, or focus groups.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested, and meet these qualifications, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs-dtw-kenya@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern,Qualitative Study
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Direct Deposits and Commitments to Save (Malawi)
IPA’s Malawi office is looking to hire one intern to support the project, ‘Direct Deposits and Commitments to Save’. The intern will have excellent quantitative skills, as well as an interest in rural finance and behavioral economics. If you are interested and meet the qualifications above, please send your resume and cover letter to malawi.internship.2013@gmail.com and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to malawi.internship.2013@gmail.com and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAMalawi Intern,DDCS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Urban Sanitation (Senegal)
IPA Senegal is looking to hire two interns, based in either Washington, DC, or Dakar, Senegal, to support the Urban Sanitation project during the spring 2014 semester.
The Urban Sanitation Intern will work closely with the Research Manager, Project Coordinator, and Data Manager to support a field project focused on increasing access to improved sanitation services for poor households in peri-urban Dakar. This position offers the opportunity to work on a large, complex field research project while honing skills in data management and programming. The intern should expect to commit 10-20 hours per week to this position.
Duties may include:

quality checks and organization of incoming data;
creating visual representations of data;
assisting with preparation of financial and analytical reports for partners and donors
other responsibilities as assigned

The ideal candidate will have some experience using Stata, ArcGIS or Access, with keen attention to detail and good problem-solving and organizational skills. French language ability, knowledge of West Africa and an interest in development economics or impact evaluation are a plus.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested, please send only your resume and cover letter to sgriffith@poverty-action.org, snehrling@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-interns@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example,101067IPASengal-Spring 2014
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Framing Cash Grants (Kampala, Uganda)
IPA Uganda is looking to hire one intern starting in early- to mid- March to help support The Framing Cash Grants project, a study testing different types of unconditional cash transfer disbursement to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The intern will be involved in oversight of the midline data collection and implementation of the intervention in the Soroti and Serere districts, with a heavy focus on data management and cleaning. The intern may also participate in subsequent data cleaning and analysis. The internship will primarily be based in Soroti town, with occasional travel to Kampala and Serere.
Important: Familiarity with either cash transfers or HIV/AIDS is desired.
Deadline to Apply: February 1st 2014
Application Instructions:
If you are interested, please send only your resume and cover letter to jobs-interns@poverty-action.org and cc jbertfelt@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example,101111IPAUganda-Framing Cash Grants Spring 2014
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

Intern, Community Connector Project (Uganda)
IPA Uganda is looking for an intern to provide support for a health education and women’s empowerment project in South-West Uganda. The intern will work closely with the Project Coordinator and Field manager during the final data collection phase of this project. The intern will assist with a range of tasks involved in the management and coordination of a large team of local staff, logistical support and data cleaning. Strong candidates will have strong research skills, extensive experience working with STATA, excellent organizational skills and be willing to work in a rural setting. The internship will commence between March 1 and March 29, 2014. Applicants must specify preferred start date in their cover letter.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in the internship, please send only your resume and cover letter (being sure to specify preferred start date) to jobs-interns@poverty-action.org and cc jstapleton@northwestern.edu and jobs-uganda@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:

In the subject line: Indicate the project you are applying to: 101111IPAUganda Intern, Community Connector
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name.

Submit your CV and Application online : Click Here

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Company: Innovations for Poverty Action
State: Accra
Location: Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
Job type: Internship
Salary:
Job category: NGO Jobs in Ghana
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2014

Innovations for Poverty Action Job Vacancy in Ghana : Internships in Africa, Ghana

Provide monitoring and oversight for project implementation;
Assist with developing and piloting survey questionnaires and other measurement tools;
Coordinate field data collection efforts;
Conduct administrative data collection;
Develop data quality and content quality protocols;
Write reports to donors;
Coordinate with partner organizations;
Assist with data cleaning and analysis;
Update and draft policy briefs and memos;
Organize conferences;
Office administration;
Database management; and
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Currently studying (Undergraduate or graduate students in economics, social sciences, public policy, or related fields)
Coursework in development economics and research methods, advanced knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred), knowledge of zTree (programming software for computerized experiments) is s plus or experience with data management required for research related positions;
Prior work experience (i.e. field research) or volunteer experience in a developing country is a plus
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to manage multiple tasks efficiently as a team player
A passion for Behavioral Economics
Interest in living and working in Abroad
Strong oral and written communications skills;
The candidate should also be a self-starter, resourceful and detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Additional qualifications for field-based internships:

Developing country experience, cultural sensitivity, and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies; and
Strong oral and written communications skills: proficiency in English and depending on the country, proficiency in the local language may be required.

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Hunger Project
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101IPAGhana Intern, MGGG
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Commercial Agriculture Project
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, FOG
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, C4D
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, RING
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, CBE
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern,Insurance-DIRTS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern,Annual Survey-DIRTS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAGhana Intern, Extension Interview
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya, Intern-Busara Center for Behavioral Economics
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern, MIS System
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern,Program Implementation
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAKenya Intern,Qualitative Study
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example, 101111IPAMalawi Intern,DDCS
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

quality checks and organization of incoming data;
creating visual representations of data;
assisting with preparation of financial and analytical reports for partners and donors
other responsibilities as assigned

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example,101067IPASengal-Spring 2014
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate which project you are applying to: for Example,101111IPAUganda-Framing Cash Grants Spring 2014
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name

In the subject line: Indicate the project you are applying to: 101111IPAUganda Intern, Community Connector
Attachments: Please attach your cover letter and resume
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name.

Submit your CV and Application online : Click Here

Posted by:
Company: Innovations for Poverty Action
State: Accra
Location: Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
Job type: Internship
Salary:
Job category: NGO Jobs in Ghana
Tags: No Tags
Job expires in: Endless

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Monday, August 26, 2013

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WELCOME!

The mission of Career Services is to assist students in obtaining the most benefits possible from their university education through satisfying career planning and placement upon graduation.

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Wisconsin Career Services is a very vital part of the educational and student developmental process at Wisconsin International University College. We provide career planning and placement assistance to currently enrolled Wisconsin International University students.

Finding placement in the career field of your choice often demands careful planning, acquired knowledge, and assistance. While your advisors, counselors, and/or other University personnel are available to help you, it is your responsibility to seek out those programs on campus that will provide you with the necessary tools to assist you in preparing for your career.

Our staff is always available and happy to assist you in acquiring the right information that will enable you to discover career choices compatible with your abilities, interests, and desired lifestyle; and upon graduation, obtain placement suitable to your academic achievements, career objectives, and desires.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Success is simple. Do what’s right, the right way, at the right time
Arnold H. Glasgow

People with clear, written goals, accomplish far more in a shorter period of time than people without them could ever imagine.
Brian Tracy

A certificate does not make you certified. Attitude, performance, commitment to self and team - these and a certificate make you certified. ~Author Unknown

"The heights by great men reached and kept Were not attained by sudden flight, But they, while their companions slept, Were toiling upward in the night."
- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.
-Anne Frank

“Well done is better than well said.”
Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790);
politician, writer, scientist

“You can do anything if you have enthusiasm. Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes rise to the stars. With it, there is accomplishment. Without it there are only alibis. ” Henry Ford (1863-1947);
Founder Of Ford Motor Company

“Failing to prepare is like preparing to fail.”
John R. Wooden (1910-2010);
Basketball Coach, Author

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine as children do. It's not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own lights shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” Nelson Mandela (born 1918);
Former President Of South Africa