Program Application Form: University of Melbourne & AVI

Project Dates: 23 June – 21 July 2018

SCIE30001

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY 16 MARCH 2018

Please email completed application form & and current CV to

FIRST NAME: / PREFERRED NAME:
LAST NAME:
ADDRESS:
PHONE: / MOBILE: / OTHER:
EMAIL:
DATE OF BIRTH:
GENDER:
CITIZENSHIP:
STUDENT NO:
DEGREE:

The following personal information is required to assist us in determining if this program is feasible for you at this time. Your disclosure is important to enable us to assess and provide appropriate support to you during preparation and the project. The information that you provide will be used by the University and AVI in the recruitment process for this project only. If shortlisted you will have the opportunity to discuss your responses with an interviewer. Stringent privacy guidelines are in place to protect you and your information.We will assess all applicants against the following selection criteria:

Primary Selection Criteria
Good Academic Standing / Sound academic standing with the ability to demonstrate diligence, organisational skills and management of time
Motivation and Commitment / Alignment between motivation of individuals and the goals of the project, partner organisation and University
Flexibility and adaptability / Ability to deal with change and adapt behaviour in a variety of situations
Cross cultural sensitivity / Ability to be respectful of different cultures within team and host country
Demonstrated ability to work with others / Ability to work in group situations and across stakeholders to develop successful relationships
Resilience / Ability to manage stress and work through challenges
Commitment to Child Protection Principles / Ensuring the safety and protection of children in communities is of paramount importance.

PART A – Please answer YES or NO, and provide detail if necessary:

  1. It is your responsibility to make sure that you are correctly enrolled in the unit and undertaken all the administration required. Please confirm that you have ensured your eligibility.
/ YES / NO
  1. Do you have any commitments or responsibilities which may impact on your ability to carry out the activities of this project or complete any part requirements of this project?
/ YES / NO
  1. Do you have a previous conviction or offence? Including traffic offenses if you have attended court. Do you have any legal proceedings pending?NOTE: acceptance to the program will be subject to a police check.
/ YES / NO
  1. Do you have any pre-existing physical, medical or psychological conditions that may impact on your ability to carry out the activities of this project? If so, please provide relevant detail.
AVI and the University support diversity and inclusion, and encourage all people to apply. Disclosure is strongly encouragedand will not disadvantage you in the selection process, it will just ensure we understand your needs and can provide any required support.

PART B – Please answer the following questions (max 300 words per question):

  1. Why is this project of interest to you? (Where do your motivations stem from? How does thisfit in with your future career plans, current role, career building?)

  1. Why are you interested in doing research in the area of sexual and reproductive health and working with this organisation (Restless Development India)?

  1. What experience have you had in cross cultural environments and what did you learn from these experiences? i.e. travelling, volunteering or exchange. Please list the countries, type of experience and length of time.Working with differentnationalities in Australia is also highly valued.

  1. With volunteering comes responsibility and unexpected challenges. Can you describe a situation that you have been in that was much more uncomfortable and difficult than you had anticipated? What did you do to deal with the discomfort and difficulties? What was the result?

  1. Are there any other skills you possess that will be of benefit to the project and/or partner objectives?

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