[Reader-list] Opening at Prajnya: Programme Assistant, Education for Peace Initiative
Chintan Girish Modi
chintan.backups at gmail.com
Mon Mar 7 13:44:26 IST 2011
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http://prajnyaforpeace.wordpress.com/2011/03/04/vacancy-programme-assistant-position/
*Opening at Prajnya: Programme Assistant, Education for Peace Initiative*
The Prajnya Trust is looking to appoint a Programme Assistant for its
Education for Peace Initiative.
* This is a Chennai-based, part-time (20 hours a week), short-term (4 month)
position with research and logistical responsibilities.
* The tenure of the position is from April to July 2011, with the
possibility of extension.
* The work-schedule is flexible; however the person must be available to
meet and report to the EPI director once a week and must meet the required
weekly work targets.
The work associated with this appointment primarily, but not exclusively,
involves:
* Research in Indian mythology/ folklore;
* Project-related documentation;
* Organization of project-related meetings and programmes, as necessary.
Necessary skills:
* Research experience, especially in library use;
* Ready access to a computer with Internet, and proficiency in using the
Internet for communication and some research;
* Excellent communication skills in English;
* Mobility within Chennai;
* Basic administrative skills and proven organizational ability.
Desirable skills:
* Ability to read and write other Indian languages.
This position is ideal for:
* Persons with an interest in reading and interest in children’s literature;
* Chennai-based candidates;
* Persons seeking flexi-work options in literary and education-related
areas.
Interested candidates may submit their resumé and a brief covering note to <
jobs.prajnya at gmail.com> by March 1, 2011. Please note we may request a
writing sample as well from shortlisted candidates.
To learn more about Prajnya, please see: http://www.prajnya.in/
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