The Mo Ibrahim Foundation in association with SOAS and the Centre of African Studies, University of London is organising a Residential School in London, United Kingdom, 23rd – 26th March 2015 on the topic of ‘Governance and Development in Africa’.
The residential school is for 20 participants who are policy makers, academics, researchers or civil society representatives from any African country who will gain, through this training, new ideas and knowledge on the broad issue of governance and development. We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds.
Applicants should have at least a Masters degree in areas related to Governance or 5 years professional experiences in fields relevant to the theme of Governance and Development in Africa.
The official language of the School is English.
All costs for successful applicants, including economy flights, accommodation and meals, will be covered. No per diem.
Applications should include:
1. 2 page max CV (including email address for correspondence)
2. One reference letter (can be emailed directly by referee)
3. Proposal of max 1500 words outlining research interest and/or professional background and how the applicant will benefit from attending the Residential School
Deadline for applications: 31 December 2014
To be sent electronically:
Angelica Baschiera
Centre of African Studies
SOAS -University of London
Thornaugh Street, Russell Square
London WC1H 0XG
Email: ab17@soas.ac.uk Tel.: +44 (0) 207 898 4370
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