INVITATION: U.S. Senate Hearing on the Lugar-Casey Bill on "Alleviating Global Hunger: Challenges and Opportunities for U.S. Leadership," Tuesday, March 24, 2009 9.30AM @ 419 Dirksen Senate Building
Partnership to Cut Hunger and Poverty in Africa
Research-Based Advocacy for African Agricultural Development
For more information about the Partnership visit our website.
INVITATION TO U.S. SENATE HEARING
ALLEVIATING GLOBAL HUNGER: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR U.S. LEADERSHIP
HEARING
before the
COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS
UNITED STATES SENATE
ONE HUNDRED ELEVENTH CONGRESS
FIRST SESSION
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Time: 9:30 A.M.
Place: 419 Dirksen Senate Building
**Nearest Metro: Union Station on Red Line
Witnesses:
Panel 1:
The Honorable Daniel R. Glickman
Former Secretary of Agriculture
Washington, DC
The Honorable Catherine A. Bertini
Former Executive Director
World Food Program
Buffalo, NY
Mr. David Beckmann
President
Bread for the World
Washington, DC
Mr. Robert Paarlberg
Professor of Political Science
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA
Panel 2:
Mr. Edwin C. Price
Associate Vice Chancellor and Director
Norman Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture
College Station, TX
Mr. Gebisa Ejeta
Professor of Agronomy
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
Presiding: Senator John Kerry
Dr. Julie Howard
Executive Director
Partnership to Cut Hunger and Poverty in Africa
499 South Capitol Street, SW
Suite 500B
Washington, DC 20003
Tel: 202-479-4501
Fax: 202-488-0590
www.africanhunger.org
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Environment and Peace in the Middle East
Unique way to study the environment and peace in the Middle East:
The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, located on Kibbutz Ketura on the Israeli-Jordanian border, is the premier environmental teaching and research program in the Middle East, preparing future Arab and Jewish leaders to cooperatively solve the region's environmental challenges. The Institute, which has both undergraduate and graduate programs is looking for students for this Summer (June 28, 2009 - July 24, 2009) {Note: Application for Summer due March 27, 2009} and Fall (Oct 14, 2009 - Jan. 29, 2010) and next Spring (Feb. 21, 2010 - June 25, 2010).
For more information go to www.arava.orgor contact Michael M. Cohen at aravakolot@yahoo.com or (802) 362-2432.
The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, located on Kibbutz Ketura on the Israeli-Jordanian border, is the premier environmental teaching and research program in the Middle East, preparing future Arab and Jewish leaders to cooperatively solve the region's environmental challenges. The Institute, which has both undergraduate and graduate programs is looking for students for this Summer (June 28, 2009 - July 24, 2009) {Note: Application for Summer due March 27, 2009} and Fall (Oct 14, 2009 - Jan. 29, 2010) and next Spring (Feb. 21, 2010 - June 25, 2010).
For more information go to www.arava.orgor contact Michael M. Cohen at aravakolot@yahoo.com or (802) 362-2432.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
2009 WWF Science Internships: Deadline April 15, 2009
2009 WWF Science Internships
www.worldwildlife.org/science
The following internships are available at the World Wildlife Fund - United States. They are designed typically for graduate students, although some may be appropriate for advanced undergraduates. Projects can be undertaken over the summer (with extensions, as necessary, into the fall semester). Most projects could also be extended over the course of one or two semesters as part of a student's course work or thesis requirements; advance arrangements would be necessary with faculty advisors. Internships are typically unpaid unless otherwise noted, but facilities, library resources, and computers are available at WWF headquarters in Washington, DC. Hours are flexible. To qualify for an unpaid internship, the student must provide documentation that they are receiving credit from their university, or that the work they will be performing is consistent with a course requirement.
In general, our interns need solid data management and writing skills, self-motivation, an ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Specific skills (required or preferred) are listed with each project, along with the primary contact person.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume/CV to the contact individual listed for each project, with "INTERNSHIP" and the relevant internship number listed in the subject line.
Title: Social Science Capacity-building
Description: Understanding the social dimensions of conservation is essential for its success. However, in the conservation world, social science capacity remains limited. The social science team at WWF is working towards building social science capacity to improve WWF's conservation efforts. The successful applicant will assist the social science team by conducting background research on one or more of the following topics: the role of social science in conservation, humanitarian-environmental partnerships, socio-ecological dynamics in Coastal East Africa, or other upcoming initiatives. The successful applicant will also provide assistance to the social science team in program backstopping and technical support. Requirements: Applicants should have a bachelors degree in the social sciences, strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, and a proven interest in people-conservation issues.
Stipend: none
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009; Include: "Social Science Capacity-building Internship" in the subject line.
Contact: Sharon Pailler (sharon.pailler@wwfus.org<
mailto:sharon.pailler@wwfus.org>)
Title: Scenario development for ecosystem service assessments
Description: Intern sought to assist in preparing guidance on developing scenarios for ecosystem service analyses. The Natural Capital Project (NatCap) has developed a software tool called InVEST (Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Tradeoffs). InVEST can show how ecosystem services and biodiversity are affected under different land use scenarios. The successful applicant will assist NatCap with identification of best practice developing land use scenarios that are credible, legitimate and salient to policy. Specifically, the successful applicant may: conduct a literature review of scenario development methodologies; research and write up case studies of scenario development in NatCap's existing demonstration sites; develop a typology of scenario methodologies; undertake a comparative analysis to assess the conditions under which different methodologies are appropriate and effective; build a database of existing scenario literature and guidance materials; develop communication materials as needed. Requirements: Seeking an interdisciplinary background in environmental policy, environmental economics, environmental modeling and/or ecology. Requires excellent research, writing and communication skills. Must be able to work efficiently and independently. Experience with ecosystem services and scenario development would be a plus.
Stipend: Unpaid
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009
Contact: Emily McKenzie (emily.mckenzie@wwfus.org)
Title: Ecosystem service modeling and policy change
Description: Intern sought to research the relationship between scientific ecosystem service analyses and uptake in policy and decisions. The Natural Capital Project (NatCap) is developing and applying tools to map and quantify ecosystem services under different land use scenarios. The successful applicant will assist NatCap to understand the contexts and conditions under which this type of scientific information on ecosystem services effectively leads to policy change. Specifically, the successful applicant may: conduct a literature review of ecosystem service studies aimed at changing policies at a range of scales and contexts; research the factors facilitating strong science-policy links in ecosystem services analyses; prepare a set of strategic recommendation for the Natural Capital Project on the basis of these findings.
Requirements: Seeking an interdisciplinary background in environmental policy, environmental economics and/or ecology. Requires excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to think strategically. Must be able to work efficiently and independently. Experience with ecosystem services and the science-policy interface would be a plus.
Stipend: Unpaid
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009
Contact: Emily McKenzie (emily.mckenzie@wwfus.org)
Title: Protected area emergence and evolution
Description: Protected areas are the cornerstone of conservation policies, but scholars lack convincing explanations for the patterns and trends in PA emergence and evolution. This project will analyze PA patterns and trends, in order to identify the factors that drive PA emergence and evolution. The project may include both marine and terrestrial PAs; geographic focus will depend upon data availability and WWF program priorities. Project outputs will include maps and graphs of PA patterns and trends, as well as statistical analyses identifying predictors of PA emergence and evolution. Results will be published in the peer reviewed scientific literature and shared widely across the conservation community. Requirements: degree in social science or a related field; basic GIS or statistical skills; familiarity with biodiversity conservation in developing countries. Foreign language skills preferred.
Stipend: unpaid
Due date for cover letter, CV, and writing sample: April 1, Include: "PA emergence & evolution internship" in the subject line.
Contact: michael.mascia@wwfus.org
Title: TRAFFIC Trade Internship
Description: Wildlife trade is a multi-billion dollar global business. Understanding the flow of this trade is key in terms of being able to effectively stem illegal trade as well as illustrate the benefits of sustainable, regulated trade. High profile wildlife trade enforcement cases are important in terms of being able to garner public support and funding for activities and programs to stop illegal trade. Using available enforcement cases, seizures and trade data, this intern will develop a database of seizures from WWF US priority places and create mapping tools to show trade flows. The database and mapping tools will then be used to develop case studies to be used as part of TRAFFIC's marketing and communications materials. Interns must have excellent analytical skills, be resourceful and creative in their work. Interns must work well independently and as part of a team. Familiarity with mapping software is desired and we are looking for an intern who is interested in making the link between research/data collection, synthesis and public dissemination of this research. Research (internet, institutional and literature) capabilities and a desire to learn about wildlife trade essential.
Stipend: This is an unpaid position.
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 1, 2009 Include: "TRAFFIC Trade Internship" in the subject line.
Contact: Jill Hepp at (jill.hepp@wwfus.org)
www.worldwildlife.org/science
The following internships are available at the World Wildlife Fund - United States. They are designed typically for graduate students, although some may be appropriate for advanced undergraduates. Projects can be undertaken over the summer (with extensions, as necessary, into the fall semester). Most projects could also be extended over the course of one or two semesters as part of a student's course work or thesis requirements; advance arrangements would be necessary with faculty advisors. Internships are typically unpaid unless otherwise noted, but facilities, library resources, and computers are available at WWF headquarters in Washington, DC. Hours are flexible. To qualify for an unpaid internship, the student must provide documentation that they are receiving credit from their university, or that the work they will be performing is consistent with a course requirement.
In general, our interns need solid data management and writing skills, self-motivation, an ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Specific skills (required or preferred) are listed with each project, along with the primary contact person.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume/CV to the contact individual listed for each project, with "INTERNSHIP" and the relevant internship number listed in the subject line.
Title: Social Science Capacity-building
Description: Understanding the social dimensions of conservation is essential for its success. However, in the conservation world, social science capacity remains limited. The social science team at WWF is working towards building social science capacity to improve WWF's conservation efforts. The successful applicant will assist the social science team by conducting background research on one or more of the following topics: the role of social science in conservation, humanitarian-environmental partnerships, socio-ecological dynamics in Coastal East Africa, or other upcoming initiatives. The successful applicant will also provide assistance to the social science team in program backstopping and technical support. Requirements: Applicants should have a bachelors degree in the social sciences, strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, and a proven interest in people-conservation issues.
Stipend: none
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009; Include: "Social Science Capacity-building Internship" in the subject line.
Contact: Sharon Pailler (sharon.pailler@wwfus.org<
mailto:sharon.pailler@wwfus.org>)
Title: Scenario development for ecosystem service assessments
Description: Intern sought to assist in preparing guidance on developing scenarios for ecosystem service analyses. The Natural Capital Project (NatCap) has developed a software tool called InVEST (Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Tradeoffs). InVEST can show how ecosystem services and biodiversity are affected under different land use scenarios. The successful applicant will assist NatCap with identification of best practice developing land use scenarios that are credible, legitimate and salient to policy. Specifically, the successful applicant may: conduct a literature review of scenario development methodologies; research and write up case studies of scenario development in NatCap's existing demonstration sites; develop a typology of scenario methodologies; undertake a comparative analysis to assess the conditions under which different methodologies are appropriate and effective; build a database of existing scenario literature and guidance materials; develop communication materials as needed. Requirements: Seeking an interdisciplinary background in environmental policy, environmental economics, environmental modeling and/or ecology. Requires excellent research, writing and communication skills. Must be able to work efficiently and independently. Experience with ecosystem services and scenario development would be a plus.
Stipend: Unpaid
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009
Contact: Emily McKenzie (emily.mckenzie@wwfus.org
Title: Ecosystem service modeling and policy change
Description: Intern sought to research the relationship between scientific ecosystem service analyses and uptake in policy and decisions. The Natural Capital Project (NatCap) is developing and applying tools to map and quantify ecosystem services under different land use scenarios. The successful applicant will assist NatCap to understand the contexts and conditions under which this type of scientific information on ecosystem services effectively leads to policy change. Specifically, the successful applicant may: conduct a literature review of ecosystem service studies aimed at changing policies at a range of scales and contexts; research the factors facilitating strong science-policy links in ecosystem services analyses; prepare a set of strategic recommendation for the Natural Capital Project on the basis of these findings.
Requirements: Seeking an interdisciplinary background in environmental policy, environmental economics and/or ecology. Requires excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to think strategically. Must be able to work efficiently and independently. Experience with ecosystem services and the science-policy interface would be a plus.
Stipend: Unpaid
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 15, 2009
Contact: Emily McKenzie (emily.mckenzie@wwfus.org
Title: Protected area emergence and evolution
Description: Protected areas are the cornerstone of conservation policies, but scholars lack convincing explanations for the patterns and trends in PA emergence and evolution. This project will analyze PA patterns and trends, in order to identify the factors that drive PA emergence and evolution. The project may include both marine and terrestrial PAs; geographic focus will depend upon data availability and WWF program priorities. Project outputs will include maps and graphs of PA patterns and trends, as well as statistical analyses identifying predictors of PA emergence and evolution. Results will be published in the peer reviewed scientific literature and shared widely across the conservation community. Requirements: degree in social science or a related field; basic GIS or statistical skills; familiarity with biodiversity conservation in developing countries. Foreign language skills preferred.
Stipend: unpaid
Due date for cover letter, CV, and writing sample: April 1, Include: "PA emergence & evolution internship" in the subject line.
Contact: michael.mascia@wwfus.org
Title: TRAFFIC Trade Internship
Description: Wildlife trade is a multi-billion dollar global business. Understanding the flow of this trade is key in terms of being able to effectively stem illegal trade as well as illustrate the benefits of sustainable, regulated trade. High profile wildlife trade enforcement cases are important in terms of being able to garner public support and funding for activities and programs to stop illegal trade. Using available enforcement cases, seizures and trade data, this intern will develop a database of seizures from WWF US priority places and create mapping tools to show trade flows. The database and mapping tools will then be used to develop case studies to be used as part of TRAFFIC's marketing and communications materials. Interns must have excellent analytical skills, be resourceful and creative in their work. Interns must work well independently and as part of a team. Familiarity with mapping software is desired and we are looking for an intern who is interested in making the link between research/data collection, synthesis and public dissemination of this research. Research (internet, institutional and literature) capabilities and a desire to learn about wildlife trade essential.
Stipend: This is an unpaid position.
Due date for CV and cover letter: April 1, 2009 Include: "TRAFFIC Trade Internship" in the subject line.
Contact: Jill Hepp at (jill.hepp@wwfus.org
Low Carbon Program Director: Deadline April 15, 2009
For those of you studying sustainable energy policy in China and fluent in Mandarin.
Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director, China Sustainable Energy Program
Salary: Competitive compensation package; excellent benefits.
Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.)
Location: Beijing, China
Posted by: The Energy Foundation
Job Category: Public Policy
Language(s): English, Mandarin
Job posted on: March 16, 2009
Area of Focus: Energy Conservation and Green Living, Environment and Ecology, Foundations, Fundraising, and Philanthropy
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: April 15, 2009
Last updated: March 16, 2009
Description:
Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director, China Sustainable Energy Program, The Energy Foundation
The Energy Foundation is a public charity based in San Francisco, California, U.S.A. The Energy Foundation has a Beijing representative office that supports The China Sustainable Energy Program (CSEP, www.efchina.org), whose mission is to encourage China’s sustainable development through energy efficiency and renewable energy policy development. Our primary role is as a grant-maker, working with Chinese institutions, government decision-makers, and international experts to assist in China’s transition to a sustainable energy future. CSEP consists of eight program areas: Low Carbon Development Paths, Transportation Program, Renewable Energy Program, Electric Utilities Program, Buildings Program, Industry Program, Sustainable Cities Program, and Environmental Management Program. CSEP’s Beijing Office has a dedicated staff of 26 and a dynamic, positive work environment.
The Low-Carbon Development Paths Program (LCDP) focuses on developing analytical tools to help China’s energy planners anticipate the enormous pollution and health costs that result from dependence on coal and oil, and helps planners anticipate the future impact of today’s policy decision. LCDP supports the development of sustainable energy scenarios and the policies necessary to achieve them, as well as analyses of “all-in” social and public health costs associated with China’s energy policy decisions. LCDP has supported scenarios for China’s carbon emissions over the 2000-2050 time frame, and articulation of the policies necessary for achieving cost-effective carbon reduction.
We seek a responsible, energetic, and highly professional individual fluent in Chinese and English, with a background in the energy or environment field and in-China government policy experience, to help us run LCDP. The individual would be hired as a Program Director, based in the CSEP office in Beijing.
Responsibilities
The Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director is expected to execute the following tasks:
• Execute the goals and strategies of CSEP in coordination with the Director and Deputy Director of CSEP;
• In cooperation with the CSEP Director, Deputy Director, set budgets and program priorities, and work in a timely manner to identify opportunities for the LCDP budget;
• Provide due diligence in China regarding potential grantees, including assisting prospective grantees with developing proposals that will further the strategies of CSEP;
• Develop contacts for the CSEP program in the low carbon sector, including personnel in the central and provincial governments, research institutes, and private business. This will involve self-initiated phone calls, meetings, and travel on a continual basis, aimed at making LCDP projects as effective as possible;
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of China-based grants in the LCDP’s areas of emphasis, including scenarios study and “all-in-costs” pricing of fossil fuels;
• Write grant recommendations for consideration by the Board of Directors using excellent written English;
• Develop and write grant evaluations once grants have been funded, for consideration by the Board of Directors;
• Develop and execute foundation-implemented projects (FIPs) within China, such as strategy sessions, workshops, and conferences;
• Organize and execute Policy Advisory Council meetings and other Energy Foundation-related meetings within China as necessary;
• Accompany Chinese officials and others engaged in CSEP projects on travel tours of U.S. or other national “best energy policy practices” sites;
• Keep the CSEP Director, Deputy Director, informed of contacts, meetings, project progress, and recommended refinements to program strategies, including cc’s of correspondence and (informal) weekly updates;
• Draft correspondence to prospective grantees or to reject inquiries or proposals (P&Is) that originate in China and that do not fit CSEP guidelines or strategies;
• Forward all correspondence involving suggested grant proposal amendments or P&I rejects to both the Director and Deputy Director of CSEP for review in advance of mail out or delivery.
• Work directly with prospective Chinese grantees to develop and refine proposals and budgets, so that proposals are submitted in a timely manner;
• Keep projects that have been funded on schedule and on track;
• Provide input to the Program Committee regarding grants strategies and recommendations;
• Develop substantive background in all CSEP sectors so as to be able to represent the Energy Foundation in public and private forums;
• Develop contacts within China for CSEP, including face-to-face meetings and telephone discussions to the maximum extent possible;
• Be willing to travel within China and internationally to accomplish the tasks listed above.
Qualifications
The Program Director is to exercise best efforts to demonstrate the following job qualities:
• A deep understanding of the dynamics of energy policy, including the latest trends and actors, in China;
• An ability to develop excellent grant recommendations, evaluations, and China-based foundation-implemented projects (FIPs);
• Excellent strategic abilities;
• An exceptional ability to work in effective policy venue at multiple levels and actors;
• An ability to demonstrate at all times an energetic, “can do,” cordial, and professional demeanor and attitude;
• An ability to establish positive links among Chinese organizations and between international groups and Chinese counterparts;
• An ability to train and enable Chinese government officials, government NGO personnel, private NGO personnel, and others;
• An ability to be flexible, responsive, and timely;
• An ability to work with others willingly and responsively—including the CSEP program staff, the CSEP Program Committee, the CSEP Policy Advisory Council, consultants to CSEP, CSEP grantees and contacts, and to the extent requested by the Energy Foundation, other funders, including foundations and multi-lateral organizations;
• An post-graduate degree in energy, environment, climate science, economics, or other related field;
• At least 8 years of working experience in energy policy and/or related fields
• An ability to work fluently in either Chinese or English, and to develop solid English writing capabilities in order to execute excellent grant recommendations and evaluations for the Board of Directors.
Additional Qualifications:
Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required.
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume (both Chinese and English), and English writing sample immediately to Li Xin, Manager of Professional Development, The Energy Foundation Beijing Representative Office, Room 2403, CITIC Building, No. 19, Jianwai Djie, Beijing 100004. Email: jobs@efchina.org. No phone calls please.
Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director, China Sustainable Energy Program
Salary: Competitive compensation package; excellent benefits.
Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.)
Location: Beijing, China
Posted by: The Energy Foundation
Job Category: Public Policy
Language(s): English, Mandarin
Job posted on: March 16, 2009
Area of Focus: Energy Conservation and Green Living, Environment and Ecology, Foundations, Fundraising, and Philanthropy
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: April 15, 2009
Last updated: March 16, 2009
Description:
Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director, China Sustainable Energy Program, The Energy Foundation
The Energy Foundation is a public charity based in San Francisco, California, U.S.A. The Energy Foundation has a Beijing representative office that supports The China Sustainable Energy Program (CSEP, www.efchina.org), whose mission is to encourage China’s sustainable development through energy efficiency and renewable energy policy development. Our primary role is as a grant-maker, working with Chinese institutions, government decision-makers, and international experts to assist in China’s transition to a sustainable energy future. CSEP consists of eight program areas: Low Carbon Development Paths, Transportation Program, Renewable Energy Program, Electric Utilities Program, Buildings Program, Industry Program, Sustainable Cities Program, and Environmental Management Program. CSEP’s Beijing Office has a dedicated staff of 26 and a dynamic, positive work environment.
The Low-Carbon Development Paths Program (LCDP) focuses on developing analytical tools to help China’s energy planners anticipate the enormous pollution and health costs that result from dependence on coal and oil, and helps planners anticipate the future impact of today’s policy decision. LCDP supports the development of sustainable energy scenarios and the policies necessary to achieve them, as well as analyses of “all-in” social and public health costs associated with China’s energy policy decisions. LCDP has supported scenarios for China’s carbon emissions over the 2000-2050 time frame, and articulation of the policies necessary for achieving cost-effective carbon reduction.
We seek a responsible, energetic, and highly professional individual fluent in Chinese and English, with a background in the energy or environment field and in-China government policy experience, to help us run LCDP. The individual would be hired as a Program Director, based in the CSEP office in Beijing.
Responsibilities
The Low Carbon Development Paths Program Director is expected to execute the following tasks:
• Execute the goals and strategies of CSEP in coordination with the Director and Deputy Director of CSEP;
• In cooperation with the CSEP Director, Deputy Director, set budgets and program priorities, and work in a timely manner to identify opportunities for the LCDP budget;
• Provide due diligence in China regarding potential grantees, including assisting prospective grantees with developing proposals that will further the strategies of CSEP;
• Develop contacts for the CSEP program in the low carbon sector, including personnel in the central and provincial governments, research institutes, and private business. This will involve self-initiated phone calls, meetings, and travel on a continual basis, aimed at making LCDP projects as effective as possible;
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of China-based grants in the LCDP’s areas of emphasis, including scenarios study and “all-in-costs” pricing of fossil fuels;
• Write grant recommendations for consideration by the Board of Directors using excellent written English;
• Develop and write grant evaluations once grants have been funded, for consideration by the Board of Directors;
• Develop and execute foundation-implemented projects (FIPs) within China, such as strategy sessions, workshops, and conferences;
• Organize and execute Policy Advisory Council meetings and other Energy Foundation-related meetings within China as necessary;
• Accompany Chinese officials and others engaged in CSEP projects on travel tours of U.S. or other national “best energy policy practices” sites;
• Keep the CSEP Director, Deputy Director, informed of contacts, meetings, project progress, and recommended refinements to program strategies, including cc’s of correspondence and (informal) weekly updates;
• Draft correspondence to prospective grantees or to reject inquiries or proposals (P&Is) that originate in China and that do not fit CSEP guidelines or strategies;
• Forward all correspondence involving suggested grant proposal amendments or P&I rejects to both the Director and Deputy Director of CSEP for review in advance of mail out or delivery.
• Work directly with prospective Chinese grantees to develop and refine proposals and budgets, so that proposals are submitted in a timely manner;
• Keep projects that have been funded on schedule and on track;
• Provide input to the Program Committee regarding grants strategies and recommendations;
• Develop substantive background in all CSEP sectors so as to be able to represent the Energy Foundation in public and private forums;
• Develop contacts within China for CSEP, including face-to-face meetings and telephone discussions to the maximum extent possible;
• Be willing to travel within China and internationally to accomplish the tasks listed above.
Qualifications
The Program Director is to exercise best efforts to demonstrate the following job qualities:
• A deep understanding of the dynamics of energy policy, including the latest trends and actors, in China;
• An ability to develop excellent grant recommendations, evaluations, and China-based foundation-implemented projects (FIPs);
• Excellent strategic abilities;
• An exceptional ability to work in effective policy venue at multiple levels and actors;
• An ability to demonstrate at all times an energetic, “can do,” cordial, and professional demeanor and attitude;
• An ability to establish positive links among Chinese organizations and between international groups and Chinese counterparts;
• An ability to train and enable Chinese government officials, government NGO personnel, private NGO personnel, and others;
• An ability to be flexible, responsive, and timely;
• An ability to work with others willingly and responsively—including the CSEP program staff, the CSEP Program Committee, the CSEP Policy Advisory Council, consultants to CSEP, CSEP grantees and contacts, and to the extent requested by the Energy Foundation, other funders, including foundations and multi-lateral organizations;
• An post-graduate degree in energy, environment, climate science, economics, or other related field;
• At least 8 years of working experience in energy policy and/or related fields
• An ability to work fluently in either Chinese or English, and to develop solid English writing capabilities in order to execute excellent grant recommendations and evaluations for the Board of Directors.
Additional Qualifications:
Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required.
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume (both Chinese and English), and English writing sample immediately to Li Xin, Manager of Professional Development, The Energy Foundation Beijing Representative Office, Room 2403, CITIC Building, No. 19, Jianwai Djie, Beijing 100004. Email: jobs@efchina.org. No phone calls please.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Alternative Break Trip to the Pine Ridge Reservation
There is an open spot for the Alternative Break trip to the Pine Ridge Reservation in May. The theme of this trip is the role of development and environmental justice within indigenous communities. Along with learning about the history of the Lakotas, visiting different sites on the reservation, participating in service and cultural immersion activities, the trip will offer participants a look at different kinds of nonprofits working on the reservation. We will be looking at whether these nonprofits are creating a dependency problem or empowering the community. We will also be analyzing the difference between non native and native nonprofits. The second component of this trip is to examine how alternative energies on the reservation can lead to sustainable development. Pine Ridge is the windiest reservation in the United States and some nonprofits have been started to create wind turbine projects. The hope is alternative energies will bring jobs to the reservation (Pine Ridge has an unemployment rate of 85%). The trip dates are May 16-28. The estimated cost is $1,600. Faculty advisor Judith Shapiro is joining the trip. If you are interested email Katebirs@gmail.com
For more information visit www.american.edu/altbreak
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=42541770874&ref=ts
You can watch a video on youtube about the trip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb4-Jl_ENCY
For more information visit www.american.edu/altbreak
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=42541770874&ref=ts
You can watch a video on youtube about the trip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb4-Jl_ENCY
Jobs at the Alliance for Climate Protection
Friends,
I need your help. I am working with former Vice President Al Gore and the
Alliance for Climate Protection to put together an aggressive national
campaign operation to call for bold action on climate change policies this
year in Congress. This is an important effort and I hope you will take a
few minutes to help.
The climate campaign is hiring immediately with positions in Washington, DC
and 30 states across the country. We need strong, smart and tenacious people
who care about this issue. There are more than 200 positions available –
management, communications, new media, volunteer recruitment/management and
field. If you or someone you know has an interest in applying for one or
more of these positions, please have resumes sent to Andy Wiese in my
office. His email address is andy@hildebrandstrategies.com. We can put
people to work right away.
Please feel free to forward this request on to others.
Thanks for your help on this.
My best.
Steve H.
605-261-8988 – cell/text
steve@hildebrandstrategies.com
I need your help. I am working with former Vice President Al Gore and the
Alliance for Climate Protection to put together an aggressive national
campaign operation to call for bold action on climate change policies this
year in Congress. This is an important effort and I hope you will take a
few minutes to help.
The climate campaign is hiring immediately with positions in Washington, DC
and 30 states across the country. We need strong, smart and tenacious people
who care about this issue. There are more than 200 positions available –
management, communications, new media, volunteer recruitment/management and
field. If you or someone you know has an interest in applying for one or
more of these positions, please have resumes sent to Andy Wiese in my
office. His email address is andy@hildebrandstrategies.com. We can put
people to work right away.
Please feel free to forward this request on to others.
Thanks for your help on this.
My best.
Steve H.
605-261-8988 – cell/text
steve@hildebrandstrategies.com
Monday, March 16, 2009
From Conflict to Peacebuilding: The Role of Natural Resources and the Environment: March 24, 2009
Please join the Environmental Change and Security Program for a report launch of
From Conflict to Peacebuilding: The Role of Natural Resources and the Environment
featuring
Achim Steiner, Executive Director, UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Daniel A. Reifsnyder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environment, Bureau of Oceans, Environment, and Science, U.S. Department of State
Andrew Morton, Programme Manager, Disasters and Conflicts Programme, UNEP
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (reception at 6:00 p.m.)
6th Floor Flom Auditorium
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Webcast live at www.wilsoncenter.org
Please RSVP to ecsp@wilsoncenter.org with your name and affiliation.
Without a greater focus on the environment and natural resources during the peacebuilding process, intrastate conflicts are likely to escalate, say the authors of From Conflict to Peacebuilding: The Role of Natural Resources and the Environment, a new report from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). Conflicts with a link to natural resources are twice as likely to relapse within the first five years of peace. However, fewer than 25 percent of peace agreements for resource-related conflicts address these linkages, leaving many post-conflict countries vulnerable to relapse. A stronger role for the environment in post-conflict planning, along with greater capacity for early warning, are required to address environmental risks and capitalize on peacebuilding opportunities. Investing in environmental management and the governance of natural resources should be a priority in post-conflict countries and fragile states that rely on natural resources for economic development and livelihoods. For an overview of the report and its six primary recommendations plus related links, visit http://tinyurl.com/UNEPreport.
Presenting the report will be Achim Steiner, who has served as UNEP’s executive director since 2006. Before joining UNEP, he served as director-general of the World Conservation Union (IUCN) from 2001 to 2006. His career has included assignments with governmental, non-governmental, and international organizations in different parts of the world. In Washington, DC, where he was senior policy advisor for IUCN's Global Policy Unit, he led the development of new partnerships between the environmental community, the World Bank, and the UN system. In 1998 he was appointed secretary-general of the World Commission on Dams, based in South Africa, where he managed a global program of work to bring together the public sector, civil society, and the private sector in a global policy process on dams and development.
Commenting on the report will be Daniel Reifsnyder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environment in the Bureau of Oceans, Environment, and Science and the Department of State. Mr. Reifsnyder is responsible for a broad suite of issues related to environmental protection and conservation, including: trans boundary air quality, protection of the stratospheric ozone layer, international chemicals management, the trans boundary movement of hazardous wastes, persistent organic pollutants, environmental aspects of free trade agreements, international forestry conservation, biological diversity, desertification, wildlife conservation and the protection of wetlands and coral reefs. In these areas, he leads the U.S. delegation under multiple bilateral and multilateral treaties and agreements.
Andrew Morton, a programme manager for UNEP’s Conflicts and Disasters Programme, will also present the report’s findings. His recent experience includes extensive fieldwork in Sudan and now in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Haiti. This work has focused on assessing environmental issues in post-conflict and disaster-affected countries and designing programs to help ensure that recovery occurs in a sustainable manner. He also contributes to UNEP efforts on environment and peacebuilding, disaster risk reduction, and climate change-induced migration. Prior to joining UNEP, Morton worked for 16 years on environmental projects for the private sector in more than 10 countries.
If you are interested, but unable to attend the event, please tune into the live or archived webcast at www.wilsoncenter.org. The webcast will begin approximately 10 minutes after the posted meeting time. You will need Windows Media Player to watch the webcast. To download the free player, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download.
Location: Woodrow Wilson Center at the Ronald Reagan Building: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, USA ("Federal Triangle" stop on Blue/Orange Line), 6th Floor Flom Auditorium. A map to the Center is available at www.wilsoncenter.org/directions. Note: Photo identification is required to enter the building. Please allow additional time to pass through security.
From Conflict to Peacebuilding: The Role of Natural Resources and the Environment
featuring
Achim Steiner, Executive Director, UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Daniel A. Reifsnyder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environment, Bureau of Oceans, Environment, and Science, U.S. Department of State
Andrew Morton, Programme Manager, Disasters and Conflicts Programme, UNEP
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (reception at 6:00 p.m.)
6th Floor Flom Auditorium
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Webcast live at www.wilsoncenter.org
Please RSVP to ecsp@wilsoncenter.org with your name and affiliation.
Without a greater focus on the environment and natural resources during the peacebuilding process, intrastate conflicts are likely to escalate, say the authors of From Conflict to Peacebuilding: The Role of Natural Resources and the Environment, a new report from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). Conflicts with a link to natural resources are twice as likely to relapse within the first five years of peace. However, fewer than 25 percent of peace agreements for resource-related conflicts address these linkages, leaving many post-conflict countries vulnerable to relapse. A stronger role for the environment in post-conflict planning, along with greater capacity for early warning, are required to address environmental risks and capitalize on peacebuilding opportunities. Investing in environmental management and the governance of natural resources should be a priority in post-conflict countries and fragile states that rely on natural resources for economic development and livelihoods. For an overview of the report and its six primary recommendations plus related links, visit http://tinyurl.com/UNEPreport.
Presenting the report will be Achim Steiner, who has served as UNEP’s executive director since 2006. Before joining UNEP, he served as director-general of the World Conservation Union (IUCN) from 2001 to 2006. His career has included assignments with governmental, non-governmental, and international organizations in different parts of the world. In Washington, DC, where he was senior policy advisor for IUCN's Global Policy Unit, he led the development of new partnerships between the environmental community, the World Bank, and the UN system. In 1998 he was appointed secretary-general of the World Commission on Dams, based in South Africa, where he managed a global program of work to bring together the public sector, civil society, and the private sector in a global policy process on dams and development.
Commenting on the report will be Daniel Reifsnyder, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environment in the Bureau of Oceans, Environment, and Science and the Department of State. Mr. Reifsnyder is responsible for a broad suite of issues related to environmental protection and conservation, including: trans boundary air quality, protection of the stratospheric ozone layer, international chemicals management, the trans boundary movement of hazardous wastes, persistent organic pollutants, environmental aspects of free trade agreements, international forestry conservation, biological diversity, desertification, wildlife conservation and the protection of wetlands and coral reefs. In these areas, he leads the U.S. delegation under multiple bilateral and multilateral treaties and agreements.
Andrew Morton, a programme manager for UNEP’s Conflicts and Disasters Programme, will also present the report’s findings. His recent experience includes extensive fieldwork in Sudan and now in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Haiti. This work has focused on assessing environmental issues in post-conflict and disaster-affected countries and designing programs to help ensure that recovery occurs in a sustainable manner. He also contributes to UNEP efforts on environment and peacebuilding, disaster risk reduction, and climate change-induced migration. Prior to joining UNEP, Morton worked for 16 years on environmental projects for the private sector in more than 10 countries.
If you are interested, but unable to attend the event, please tune into the live or archived webcast at www.wilsoncenter.org. The webcast will begin approximately 10 minutes after the posted meeting time. You will need Windows Media Player to watch the webcast. To download the free player, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download.
Location: Woodrow Wilson Center at the Ronald Reagan Building: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, USA ("Federal Triangle" stop on Blue/Orange Line), 6th Floor Flom Auditorium. A map to the Center is available at www.wilsoncenter.org/directions. Note: Photo identification is required to enter the building. Please allow additional time to pass through security.
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