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UNEP-WCMC Chevening Scholarships in Biodiversity The UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre, in collaboration with the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office, has the honour to offer six UNEP-WCMC Chevening Scholarships in Biodiversity, beginning September 2002. The scheme will draw scholars from all regions of the world to work for one year at the Centre in Cambridge. They will analyse an aspect of biodiversity conservation and sustainable management relevant to the policy needs of their region. This will contribute to various UNEP global assessments and support the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity and other environmental agreements. Aims: This scheme aims to help young researchers to prepare for a role in national and regional policy development and decision-making to resolve biodiversity-related challenges. With support from the Centre's staff they will select a subject for analysis and publish recommendations for action over a period of one year, from September 2002. Eligibility: One scholar will be drawn from each of six regions: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean, North America, and West Asia. Candidates must be under 35 years of age, be fluent in English (IELTS band 7 or above), hold a good degree, and preferably also a postgraduate degree, in a biological or environmental science. The Centre does not award formal qualifications and the scheme is not primarily intended for those seeking higher degrees. Funding: Each scholarship is currently worth ?,812 per annum, including all allowances (under review). In addition one economy class air fare to and from the UK will be paid and a small sum is available for local travel. The UK Chevening Scholarships Programme and private sector sponsors support the scheme. Subject areas: Applicants are free to propose biodiversity-related subjects of particular interest to their region, and successful candidates will be encouraged to bring supporting information resources. However, potential subjects currently of interest to UNEP-WCMC include: great apes and bushmeat; aquarium trade; conservation of sharks and turtles; transboundary protected areas; dryland conservation; tourism & biodiversity; climate change and conservation policy; and mountain conservation. All studies will be based in Cambridge and there will be no opportunities for fieldwork. How to apply: Candidates should apply on the Chevening Scholarships form attaching a c.v., publications list and covering letter explaining why they wish to spend a year at the Centre. Application forms are available from, and should be submitted through, any UK Embassy, High Commission or British Council office, or the Head of Human Resources, UNEP-WCMC, 219 Huntingdon Road, Cambridge CB3 0DL, UK. Tel: +44 1223 277314; fax +44 1223 277136; email [email protected]. Further information about the Centre may be found at http://www.unep-wcmc.org. Closing date for applications: 1st March 2002. Shortlisted candidates only will be informed by 1st April 2002. Dr P Balakrishna Tel: ++94 74 710439 (Direct) |
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