Cadetship for young graduates

CADETSHIPS FOR YOUNG PAPUA NEW GUINEAN GRADUATES

MAKING A CONTRIBUTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF PNG

Commencing in early 2009 a number of Cadetships will be offered to young Papua New Guinean graduates by Development Partners. Cadetships will include formal training and practical work placements with international development organisations based in Papua New Guinea.  The Cadetships form part of a larger program aimed at improving the quality of development outcomes in PNG by:

i)                     Increasing the number of Papua New Guineans involved in managing and implementing development programs;

ii)                   Providing quality work experience and relevant training in development practice.

Graduates who meet the following selection criteria are invited to apply:

i)                     Work experience or studies in a sector relevant to development.

ii)                   High level oral and written English language skills.

iii)                  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

iv)                 Capacity to work in cross-cultural settings.

v)                  Interest in supervision and management of development programs.

vi)                 Aged 35 years or under.

Non graduates with exceptional capacity may also be considered.

A Cadetship information sheet is available on the PATTAF website www.pattaf.org.pg or by contacting Lydia Rau on CiD@pattaf.org.pg , telephone 321 1766; or by calling at the PATTAF office.

Applicants are required to submit the following:

i)                     Letter of application including a statement responding to each of the selection criteria.

ii)                   Resume

iii)                  Transcript of highest academic award

iv)                 Names and contact details of three referees

Written applications must be received by January 5^th 2009 at 5.00 pm by: