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The Australian
Government invites applications for the 2014 PhD Awards in Agriculture.
Target Group
The ideal candidate should:
- be a researcher currently employed within the African agricultural
research sector, with a focus on bio-physical, social or economic sciences.
Being employed by a National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) or regional
equivalent in Africa is highly desirable.
- wish to undertake doctoral level studies leading to the award of a PhD through
an Australian institution: in order to advance a field of study that is a
formally recognized priority for your government/employer; and that directly
benefits existing, planned or desired research and development efforts of a NARI
or regional equivalent.
- propose a research topic that will contribute to improving food security in
Africa through increasing agricultural productivity, improving rural livelihoods
through functioning of markets and trade, and building the resilience of
communities most vulnerable to food insecurity.
- In addition, the proposed field of study/research should also be:
reflective of national and regional priorities in Africa; and desirably of
relevance to the research or development objectives of one or more of the
research partnerships being funded by Australia in Africa: (ACIAR, including the
Sustainable Intensification of Maize and Legumes project with SIMLESA; CSIRO -
CORAF; CSIRO – BecA; the Australian International Food Security Centre).
- have a clear vision for how you will use the knowledge gained and research
undertaken through the PhD to improve policy and practice in your home country
or region in the proposed field of study/research. You will also demonstrate
potential to make a future contribution to development in your home country,
including a commitment to return to your current employment following completion
of the award.
- have a possible research proposal and in-principle support from an Australian
university supervisor and African counterpart institution supervisor.
Important Notes:
* Gender Equality: Australia Awards in Africa targets equal
participation by women and men. Applications from women are strongly encouraged,
and mechanisms are in place to support women applicants and Awardees
* Disability Inclusion: Australia Awards aims to ensure that people with a
disability are given fair and equal opportunity to compete for and obtain a
scholarship. Applications from people with a disability are strongly encouraged.
Mechanisms are in place to support applicants and Awardees requiring specific
assistance.
Eligibility The ideal applicant should
1- be a citizen of one of the following eligible African countries: Benin,
Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia,
Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone,
Tanzania, The Gambia, Uganda and Zambia.
2- be a resident in their country of citizenship; however some exceptions may be
accepted if applicants are working for their government in a third country or
applicants are residing in the immediate region.
3- have a current offer from an Australian university for admission to a PhD
program. You must provide a copy of the placement offer with your application.
4- satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria for Australian Development
Scholarships, including meeting Australian tertiary institution entry
requirements. In most cases this will require that candidates possess a
qualification that is assessed to be the equivalent to an Australian Masters
degree and be able to demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent research.
5- A minimum of two years relevant post-Masters work experience relevant to your
proposed field of study is preferred.
6- Applicants should provide proof of English proficiency with their application
English. Applicants who do not prove their English language proficiency with
their application may be tested as part of the selection process.
How to apply:
When you have completed your application form, email the form and all
supporting documentation to
applications@adsafrica.com.au.You may send as many emails as needed,
provided you send the emails from the same email address.
Deadline for applications:
Application forms and all supporting documents should be completed
and submitted by 31 March 2013. Applicants are encouraged to submit their
applications earlier than this date, if possible
- If you experience any difficulties with the online application process please
email enquiries@adsafrica.org
- For further
information, visit the following website:
http://www.adsafrica.com.au/countryAgriculture.php
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