Application Deadline: 11 September 2015
The United Nations – The Nippon Foundation of Japan Fellowship Programme
~ Human Resources Development and Advancement of the Legal Order of the World’s Oceans
The objective of the fellowship is to provide opportunities for advanced education and research in the field of ocean affairs and the law of the sea, and related disciplines including marine science in support of management frameworks, to Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States, so that they may obtain the necessary knowledge to assist their countries to formulate comprehensive ocean policy and to implement the legal regime set out in UNCLOS and related instruments.
Upon completion of the fellowship, fellows should have an advanced awareness and understanding of key issues and best international practices in ocean affairs and are expected to return to their home-countries to contribute their experience to assist with the effective implementation of UNCLOS and related instruments and programmes.
Programme Structure
The 9-month Fellowship Programme is composed of two consecutive phases which provide Fellows with advanced and customized research and training opportunities in their chose fields:
- Phase One: 3-month Research and Training – normally undertaken at DOALOS at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
- Phase Two: 6-month Advanced Academic Research and Study – undertaken at one of the prestigious participating Host Institutions and under the guidance of subject matter expert(s) who have recognized in-depth expertise in the Fellows’ chosen field of study.
Application Procedure:
- Do you work directly on law of the Sea and Ocean Affairs issues, including marine scientific aspects?
- Could you benefit from a nine-month research and study fellowship which will provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills?
- Will your Government or employer or competent organization confirm the above by nominating you?
Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must:
- Be Nominated by their Government, employer or competent organization;
- Be between the ages of 25 and 40;
- Possess a first university degree in a related discipline, and have a demonstrated ability to undertake independent advanced research and studies in an academic context;
- Be mid-level professionals who can demonstrate the they work directly on ocean issues;
- Be in a position to accept placement with host institutions for a period of no less that nine consecutive months;
- Be in a position to obtain all relevant visas including transit visasThe Programme is conducted in English and can accommodate Francophone fellows
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the UN /Nippon Foundation of Japan Fellowship Programme