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Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is seeking a Research Officer,
Gender and Development
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Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is a non-denominational, non-profit,
international development agency which promotes sustainable and
equitable social development in low income countries in Asia and Africa.
AKFC is seeking a Research Officer, Gender and Development, to be based
in Ottawa.
Research Officer, Gender and Development will be responsible for
conceptualizing and planning new research projects; coordinating and
managing specific activities under the research programme; compiling and
editing research findings; and organizing and providing logistical
support for workshops and conferences. In addition, this individual
will provide assistance on the gender and development aspects of
programmes and projects and manage the distribution of research
publications.
Candidates should have expertise in and an understanding of gender
issues as they apply to one or more of the following research/thematic
areas: natural resource management, enterprise development, and NGO
enhancement (ie. capacity development). Ideally, qualified candidates
will have an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate, in Geography,
Environmental Studies, Business or Economics and experience in
conducting applied research. They should have experience coordinating
and administering development programmes. Excellent communications,
writing, analytical and computer skills are necessary.
The successful candidate should be willing to travel and able to
interact productively in a team environment. This is a contract position.
Please forward you resume by November 5, 1996 to:
Chief Executive Officer, Aga Khan Foundation Canada
350 Albert Street, Suite 1820, Ottawa, Ontario KlR 1A4
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Canadian Society for International Health - Spanish Course - Sept. 1997
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The Canadian Society for International Health is co-ordinating an
opportunity for members to up-grade their Spanish skills, learn about
health care provision in Latin America and something of the culture in
Guatemala.
The course will be conducted with a small group of between 5 and 10
persons. The four week immersion experience will include one-on-one
language instruction for 5 hours a day, 5 days a week and accommodation
with a local family. One of the five days will be used for site visits
and meetings to acquaint participants with health and social service
provision in Guatemala. There will also be after call outings that will
provide participants with opportunities to learn about Guatemalan
culture. A pre-travel preparation package will be included as part of
the course. The course will provide upgrading for those who have had an
introduction to basic Spanish. Participants would be encouraged to
study introductory Spanish as part of their preparation for the course.
The total cost for this course would be approximately $2,500.00. This
estimate covers the costs of return trip Canada - Guatemala, the Spanish
course including accommodation with a local family, 3 days hotel stay in
Guatemala City, health insurance and local travel costs related to site
visits. Travel costs will vary according to the season and the
departure location of participants. The amount would not cover
additional travel and personal expenses while in Guatemala. We are
planning the course for 1997. Our final choice of dates will depend on
participant availability, tourist congestion and weather. Those
interested in further information or in attending this course are asked
to contact:
Kristine Sisson by fax: (519) 927-9465 or by mail:
18724 Shaw’s Creek Road, RR 1, Alton, Ontario L0N 1A0
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Société canadiene de santé international - programme d’Espagnol de
septembre 1997
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La Société canadienne de santé internationale coordonne un projet
offrant à ses membres la possibilité de se perfectionner en espagnol,
d'apprendre comment fonctionnent les services de santé en Amérique
latine et de découvrir la culture du Guatemala.
Il s'agit d'un programme d'immersion de 4 semaines qui sera offert à un
petit groupe de 5 à 10 personnes. Le programme comprendra des cours de
langue (un enseignant par étudiant) 5 heures par jour, 5 jours par
semaine, avec hébergement dans une famille. L'un des 5 jours
hebdomadaires sera consacré à des visites et à des rencontres pour
permettre aux participants de se familiariser avec la prestation des
services sociaux et de santé au Guatemala. Il y aura aussi des sorties
culturelles de fin de journée. Les participants recevront avant leur
départ une documentation pour préparer leur voyage. Le programme est
destiné aux personnes qui ont déjà une connaissance élémentaire de
l'espagnol et qui désirent se perfectionner. Les participants seront
encouragés à améliorer leur espagnol avant leur départ, dans le cadre de
leur préparation.
Les frais de participation au programme seront de l'ordre de $2 500
dollars, comprenant le vol aller-retour Canada-Guatemala, les cours
d'espagnol sur place, l'hébergement dans une famille, 3 nuitées d'hôtel
à Guatemala City, l'assurance-santé et les frais de transport locaux
pour les visites. Le montant exact dépendra du prix du billet d'avion,
qui dépendra lui-même de la saison et de la ville de départ. Ce montant
ne comprendra pas les autres frais de transport locaux ni les dépenses
personnelles.
Nous prévoyons organiser ce programme pour 1997, la date exacte
dépendant des dates choisies par les participants, du souci d'éviter la
haute saison touristique et du climat. Quiconque est intéressé par cette
initiative ou désire obtenir d'autres informations est invité de
contacter:
Kristine Sisson, par télécopieur au (519) 927-9465, ou par la poste à:
18724 Shaw's Creek Road, RR 1, Alton (ON) L0N 1A0
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Canadian Health Economics Research Association (CHERA)/
Association Canadienne pour la Recherche en Economie de la Santé (ACRES)
Seventh Canadian Conference on Health Economics
August 21-23, 1997, Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario
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Participants are invited to submit abstracts on any theme in health
economics and health services research that relates to the Canadian
Health Care System. The Organizational Committee is particularly
interested in papers in following themes: Assessing the Fundamental
Principles of Canadian Health Care, Integrated Health Systems Linking
Research and Policy Making or Pursuing Efficiency while Preserving
Equity. Please note: Call for Abstracts - Deadline: January 31, 1997.
(All submissions will undergo serious peer review).
For further information regarding the conference and/or abstract
submission guidelines, please contact:
CHERA/ACRES
3rd Floor, Abramsky Hall, Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6
Tel: (613) 545-6000 Ext. 4871 ; Fax: (613) 545-6353
e-mail: [log in to unmask]; www:http://qhp.queensu.ca/chera
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