[NYC-L] FW: Closing date (fwd)

[Erkanda Bujari]

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Date: Fri, 6 Sep 2002 09:24:18 -0400
From: John Micgiel <jsm6 at columbia.edu>
To: othereurope at columbia.edu
Cc: stagiaires at naa.be
Subject: FW: Closing date



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From: NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme [mailto:stagiaires at naa.be]
Sent: Friday, September 06, 2002 8:52 AM
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Subject: Closing date

 I am writing to ask that you remind prospective candidates that the
closing
date for applications for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Research
Assistant Programme is 1 November 2002.
I once again attach below details on the programme. This information is
available on the NATO PA' web site--http://www.naa.be
Many thanks,

Paul Cook
Director-NATO PA
Economics Committee and
Research Assistant Programme

NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly usually employs eight paid Research
Assistants from NATO nations each year. In general, four of these start
in
late January and finish in June. The second group starts in August and
finishes in late November or mid-December. In addition, the Assembly
employs two Research Assistants from Associate Delegate Countries.
All applications from candidates with the appropriate qualifications are

placed on a list for consideration. Their names remain on the list for
consideration for about twelve months. Candidates are requested to
inform
the Assembly if they cease to be available to take up a position during
that time.
The Assembly receives well over two hundred applications per year from
very
well qualified candidates.
Every effort is made to assess applications objectively, but many
factors
must be taken into account. These include the need for a regional
balance
among participants in the programme. Consequently, it is rare to select
two
candidates from the same nation for the same intake. Due to the large
number of applicants, only candidates selected to participate will be
contacted. See below for further details regarding candidates from NATO
Member Countries and from Associate Delegation Nations.
Information for Candidates from NATO Member Nations
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly is the parliamentary consultative
organization of the Atlantic Alliance, comprising about 200 members of
the
national parliaments of the 19 NATO member countries, as well as
legislators from 17 Associate Member Nations.
The Assembly is divided into five committees: the Committee on the Civil

Dimension of Security, the Defence and Security Committee, the Economics

and Security Committee, the Political Committee and the Science and
Technology Committee. The full Assembly meets twice a year in different
member countries at the invitation of national parliaments.
Sub-committees
and Special Groups examine specific issues and conduct fact-finding
missions throughout the year.

The International Secretariat of the Assembly is based in Brussels and
is
staffed by some 30 people from the various NATO member countries. The
main
task of research assistants is to contribute, at the request of
Committee
Directors, to the research necessary for the drafting of the Assembly
reports, and other documents. The job occasionally entails some
administrative work, but most tasks are research oriented.
Research assistants from NATO member nations are typically recruited for
a
three-month period which is usually renewed for up to two additional
months. Due to the Assembly's work schedule, research assistants are
usually requested to commence work in either January or August. Summer
internships are generally not available. The stipend is EURO 620 net per

month. The Assembly provides a small furnished and equiped flat free of
charge and provides a basic health insurance policy for the duration of
the
internship.

Qualifications
Candidates must possess a first degree and a Master's degree (or
equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations or related
subjects. Preference will be given to candidates who have recently
completed their Master's degree. Ph.D. candidates are also welcome to
apply
but should recognize that during their tenure with the NATO-PA, their
workday will be dedicated to Assembly defined projects.
Candidates should be completely fluent in oral and written English
and/or
French. If neither is mother tongue, certified evidence of proficiency
level will be required. Knowledge of other European languages is a
further
asset.

Applicants should apply by type-written or word-processed letter,
indicating their areas of interest and competence, nationality, and
period
of availability. A curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation
from
referees well-acquainted with the applicant's recent work should also be

forwarded to the International Secretariat.

Please note that the Assembly receives a very large number of
applications
for only a few places. Applications for positions commencing in January
2003 should be received by November 1, 2002.

Applications should be sent to:
Director of Research Assistant Programme
E-mail: stagiaires at naa.be
NATO Parliamentary Assembly
3 place du Petit Sablon
B - 1000 BRUSSELS

Information for Candidates from Associate Delegation Nations
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly is the parliamentary consultative
organization of the Atlantic Alliance, comprising about 200 members of
the
national parliaments of the 19 NATO member countries, as well as
legislators from 17 associate member nations.

The Assembly is divided into five committees: the Committee on the Civil

Dimension of Security, the Defence and Security Committee, the Economics

and Security Committee, the Political Committee and the Science and
Technology Committee. The full Assembly meets twice a year in different
member countries at the invitation of national parliaments.
Sub-committees
and Special Groups examine specific issues and conduct fact-finding
missions throughout the year.

The International Secretariat of the Assembly is based in Brussels and
is
staffed by some 30 people from the various NATO member countries. The
main
task of research assistants is to contribute, at the request of
Committee
Directors, to the research necessary for the drafting of the Assembly
reports and other documents. The job occasionally entails some
administrative work, but most tasks are research oriented.

Research assistants from associate delegation nations are typically
recruited for a period of one to three months. Due to the Assembly's
work
schedule, research assistants are usually requested to commence work in
either January or August. The stipend is EURO 620 net per month. The
Assembly provides a small furnished and equiped flat free of charge and
provides a basic health insurance policy for the duration of the
internship.
Qualifications
Preference is given to candidates who are employed in their national
parliaments in a capacity relevant to international relations and/or
security. Candidates with backgrounds in academia, government, policy
research institutions or journalism are also considered. In general,
candidates should have a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political
Science, International Relations or related subjects. In some cases,
candidates who do not possess such a degree will be considered if they
have
relevant professional experience.
Candidates should be completely fluent in oral and written English
and/or
French. If neither is mother tongue, certified evidence of proficiency
level will be required. Knowledge of other European languages is a
further
asset.
Applicants should apply by type-written or word-processed letter,
indicating their areas of interest and competence, nationality, and
period
of availability. A curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation
from
referees well-acquainted with the applicant's recent work should also be

forwarded to the International Secretariat.
Please note that the Assembly receives a very large number of
applications
for only a few places. Applications for positions commencing in January
2003 should be received by November 1, 2002. The names of those selected

will be posted on this website.

Applications or requests for information should be sent to:
Director of Research Assistant Programme
E-mail: stagiaires at naa.be
NATO Parliamentary Assembly
3 place du Petit Sablon
B - 1000 BRUSSELS