2012 Scholarship for Ethiopians | Scholarship for Ethiopian Students

2012 International scholarships for Ethiopian students | 2012 Asian Development Scholarships for Ethiopia | Ethiopian students from developing countries to study in Australia, Hong Kong, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and U.S.A.
The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
What does the scholarship cover?
The ADB-JSP provides
- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
For scholars engaged in research, a special grant may be available for thesis preparation.
In special circumstances computer literacy, preparatory language and other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.
What is the duration of the scholarship award? ( Scholarship for Ethiopian Students 2011-2012 |2012-2013 |2013-2014)
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.
The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
What are the eligibility requirements for ADB-JSP?

1. A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
2. Gained admission to an approved MA/PhD course at an academic institution .
3. A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
4. At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
5. Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.
6. In good health.
7. Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
8. Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.Staff of academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
9. Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.

ADB-JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.
ADB-JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.
What are the programs covered by the ADB-JSP?
Programs covered by the ADB-JSP are postgraduate studies in

• economics
• management
• health
• education
• agriculture
• environment
• natural resource management
• science and technology

other development-related fields
What is the procedure for applying for ADB-JSP?

1. Applicants should request information and application forms from the chosen Academic Institution(s. Applicants are encouraged to access various resources, including the institutions’ websites and handbooks, and institution information sessions held in-country, to assist them in making an informed decision on the academic institution and course they wish to undertake.
2. Applicants should indicate to the academic institution that they are applying for admission and that they would like to be considered for the ADB-JSP Scholarship. The completed Institution application form and required documentation, including the ADB-JSP Information Sheet form, should be submitted to the academic institution. Applicants must ensure that they submit accurate and complete documentation. Failure to do so may result in an application not being processed or to an award being terminated if documentation or information provided is later determined to be false. Applicants are required to submit their latest Income Tax Return or Certification of their Annual Salary/Monthly Salary, whichever is available. They should also submit a Certification of Family Income (Parent’s Income).
3. The academic institution will screen and rank the applicants, based on its own selection criteria, keeping in view the eligibility requirements and selection criteria of the ADB. In the evaluation process, the academic institution may contact the candidates for further information. The academic institution will then submit its ranked list of applicants to ADB, including a description of the score/grading system which is the basis for the ranking.
4. ADB will review the submission from the academic institutions and recommend awardees based on the selection criteria of ADB to the Executive Director of Japan for formal approval.
5. Upon approval by the Executive Director of Japan, ADB will advise academic institutions on the successful candidates.
6. The academic institution will inform all applicants of the outcome of the selection process and begin to make arrangements for the awardees take up their scholarships.
7. The academic institutions will arrange for the signing of the Acceptance of Scholarship Award by awardee wherein the scholars agree that after completion of their study, they will return to their home country. There is a two years employment restriction at the ADB Group after the completion of their academic program
8. ADB will send an appropriate congratulatory letter to each scholar.

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How to Make a Resume/CV?

Résumé is an advertisement about you, and it should highlight how your skills, experience, and achievements match to the requirements of the job you want to get. Here's how to choose the right format for the job and create a winning résumé.
 Choose a format. How you lay out the information in your résumé should depend on the job you want. Here are three different types. More information on each type is available in order further down the page.

• Chronological résumé. The focus in this format is on experience. A chronological résumé is best for those who have mostly worked in the same field and can show a steady progression up the ladder, with each job being a step-up from the last. For example, someone who has worked as a receptionist, then as a legal secretary, and now as a paralegal may want to use a chronological résumé.
• Functional résumé. The focus of this type of résumé is skills and experience, not job history. A functional résumé is best suited for those who cannot show a steady career progression. This type of résumé is designed to highlight specific skills rather than job titles. For example, a functional résumé is best for people who have changed jobs frequently, or who have gaps in their work history. A mother who took time off to raise a family would likely benefit from a functional résumé. A photographer who has won awards for their photographs, but who has only had one job working as a photographer would also benefit from the format of a functional résumé.
• Combination résumé. A combination résumé is best for those who have specific skills and wish to highlight how they were acquired. If you’ve developed a special skill set from a wide variety of activities, and an evolving work history where you acquired them, a combination résumé is likely the best style of résumé for you.
• Make it look professional. Use a classical, clean look for your résumé, and proofread it several times. More information is available in the "Formatting Your Résumé" section below.
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  Compare your résumé against samples. Near the bottom of the page, you'll find thumbnails of sample résumés. Click them to enlarge, and see how your résumé stacks up.

Chronological Résumé

1. 1
   List your employment history. Your jobs should be listed in order with the most recent one first.
   • Include the name of the company, the city in which the company is located, your title, your duties and responsibilities, and the dates of employment for each employer.
   • Under each job description include a bold heading, which reads “major accomplishment” or “achievements”, and list two or three achievements or a major accomplishment for that position. For instance, you could list ways you saved the company money, made the office run more efficiently, or brought in new clients or customers. For example, you could include information on how you, “implemented a new filing system that saved $1.50 per client in supply and labor costs.”
2. Provide information on your education.
   • If you attended more than one college, university, or training program, list the most recent one first.
   • For each institution, include the name, city and state, and the degree or certificate you received.
   • If you had a cumulative grade point average (“GPA”) of 3.5 or better, list it as well.
   • If you did not attend college or trade school, do not include your high school education; including high school information on your résumé doesn’t look professional.

•  Add additional sections as needed. Because a résumé is unique to each person, you may want to add additional sections in order to highlight something that makes you stand out as the right candidate for the particular job. For example:
• If you have job specific skills, list them in a section titled ‘Special Skills.’
• If you are bi-lingual and the job favors those who speak more than one language, list the languages in which you are fluent under “Other Languages”.
• If being computer literate is important to perform the job well, create a ‘Computer Skills’ section and list all of the programs, applications, and programming languages you know how to use.

Functional Résumé

Determine whether to list your ‘Education’ or ‘Skills, Awards, and Achievements’ first. Choose whichever best sells you as the best candidate for the job.

• If you have a bachelor or graduate degree, you likely want to put your education first.
• If you have job specific skills, or a large number of awards, you may want to list those first.
• For example, if you don’t have any paid job experience but you just graduated from college, listing your education first will highlight your most impressive accomplishment first.
• If, on the other hand, you did have not completed your undergraduate studies yet but you have worked at 2 volunteer jobs and 2 internships, listing those accomplishments first will showcase how industrious you are.
• Provide details of your education. Regardless of whether you list your education first or second, it’s important to give recruiters details of what you studied.
• If you attended more than one college, university, or training program, list them with the most recent one first.
• For each institution, include the name, city and state, and the degree or certificate you received.
• If you had a cumulative grade point average (“GPA”) of 3.5 or better, list it as well.
• If you did not attend college or trade school, do not include your high school education; including high school information on your résumé doesn’t look professional.

 Decide how to present your skills, awards, and achievements. You may divide these into three individual sections in your functional résumé, or you can consolidate the information into one section.

• Label each section something like “Special Skills,” “Awards & Achievements,” or “Major Achievements.”
• This section, or these sections, could be presented as a list of the skills you have that are related to the particular job, a bullet point list of awards, a chronological description of your achievements, or some combination of the three.

List your employment history. Since this isn’t the strongest part of your résumé, you’ll want to list it at the end so that the recruiter reads through your more impressive accomplishments first.

• You should include sub-headings for the type of experience each job provided you with, such as “Management Experience,” “Legal Experience,” or “Financial Experience.”
• For each job, be sure to include the name of the company, the city in which the company is located, your title, your duties and responsibilities, and the dates of employment for each employer.
• Optionally, under each job description you can include a bold heading, which reads “Major Accomplishment” or “Achievements,” and list two or three achievements or a major accomplishment for that position.
• You may want to outline how you took the initiative to make the office run more efficiently by, “establishing office procedures to improve workflow and reduce paper costs.”

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How to Get a Scholarship

How to Get a Scholarship

Scholarships are tricky things. Everyone wants one. Few people get them. Apparently, there are millions out there that go unused on an annual basis. Because scholarships differ from loans in that they are free money, they are coveted beautiful things. They are also brilliant resume boosters and look fantastic on any resume.
Now, there are so many types of scholarships, it helps to be abreast of the types, time ranges, amounts, and places to find them. Some high schools give away scholarships prior to attending college. Some scholarships are merit based, others need based, others interest based, other cultural based. The list goes on.
The best way to begin seeking scholarships is to do your research. Every college and university will have a dowry with various scholarships. Usually they will be listed on the school's website; however, you can always inquire as to their prevalence. When you learn about them, you can find out how much, many, and reasons behind them. Essentially, scholarships don't usually just get handed to you (although some lucky people do find this fortuitous world). You must do your research.
Here are some types of scholarships.

1. Merit Scholarships
Scholarships typically revolve around this type of award. People who excel in academics are awarded a scholarship on the basis of their overall academic achievement. This may come in the form of top GPA, excellent SAT scores, and so on. These are highly competitive and may come in various forms.

2. Need-Based Scholarships
This type of scholarship is given purely on financial means. They are designed to fund the less-fortunate students in their academic pursuits. Scholarship committees look at various reasons for this hardship: Parents' income, number of siblings in school simultaneously, expenses, cost of living, etc.

3. Athletic Scholarships
Scholarships are popularly given to star athletes by universities to recruit them for the athletic teams. Many athletes complete their education free of charge, but also pay the price of overworked team sports. Usually full-scholarship athletes are recruited by "scouts" while in high school. You don't usually pursue this type of scholarship; it is given to you.

4. School-Based Individual Scholarships
Every school offers specific scholarships relevant to specifics from the university: donors, individual name scholarships, personal scholarships, and so on. Sometimes you have to apply directly to the scholarship, and other times, just by being accepted, you are placed in the bowl for possible scholarship awards.

5. Full/Partial Scholarship
Many people look at scholarships as a whole and think that they sometimes cover everything. If you are lucky enough to receive a full scholarship, then yes, they cover living, books, and tuition. However, many scholarships are partial, meaning they may cover simply living, simply books, or part of the tuition. If you are awarded any type of scholarship, take it and run! They are prized, wonderful gifts, and you should feel honored to receive one.

While several scholarships are school based, others are based on almost every other personal element that can exists. Several websites and books are designed purely for the existence of finding scholarships. Here are some websites and books that serve as search agents and listings of all the scholarships that exist. If you try hard enough, you are likely to find at least one or two that match your interests and qualifications. It takes much patience and time, but you are bound to find a scholarship for you.
Websites:

• www.scholarships.com
• www.fastweb.com
• www.college-scholarships.com
• www.guaranteed-scholarships.com
• www.finaid.org/scholarships
• www.absolutelyscholarships.com

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