BACKGROUND: In 2007,
eni became operator of
the JPDA PSC area 06-105, and in 2008, discovered the Kitan oil field.
In 2010, a Field Development Plan (FDP) for the Kitan oil field was
approved by the Timor-Leste National Petroleum Authority
(ANP). Since 2009, eni has participated in a working group and
steering committee to support the design and build of a National Library
in Dili, Timor-Leste.
The working group and
steering committee, composed of the Secretary of State for Culture,
Secretary of State for Natural Resources, ANP and
eni, have agreed the
terms of reference of these two functions, in support of progressing the
concept selection of the project development process.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
The Building/Architectural Specialist function supports exclusively the objectives of the Working Group regarding physical design and construction of the building. The main tasks and deliverables of this function are:
· Coordinate site and geotechnical survey of the land and preparation of the concept development, including the preferred options for the quantitative dimensions of the project.
· Assist with the information requirements of the tender process
· Draft the terms of reference for the International Design & Build tender process,
· Determine a detailed schedule of the project.
· Determine a detailed cost estimate.
· Revise and prepare a detailed budget.
· Develop a Project Concept Selection Report and Spending Proposal.
· Working closely with Ministry of Education to ensure policy considerations are included in the scope of work.
Competencies
· Expertise in designing and building public structures, preferably libraries.
· Experience in working in SE Asia, preferably Timor-Leste.
· Experience in international design & build tender processes.
· Ability to communicate in Timor-Leste’s official and working languages .
· Ability to deliver capacity building.
· Ability to produce reports in Tetum.
· Liaise closely with Working Group
Library Specialist
The library specialist function supports both the objectives of the Working Group (Physical design and construction) and the Ministry of Education (policy direction, training and library material acquisition).The main tasks and deliverables of this function are:
· Provide input to the Terms of Reference for the Design & Build tender process.
· Determine specific library infrastructure requirements.
· Assist the Ministry of Education in drafting the required legal framework for the National Library
· Determine training requirements and commencing training programs.
· Create a detailed educational and cultural policy statement for the project
· Prepare an acquisition, collection and storage plan for the library content.
· Developing a collection policy for books and archives for the National Library
· Prepare a preliminary Human Resources Plan.
· Identify the competencies required for the operational phase.
Competencies
· Expertise in libraries and archives
· Experience in consulting on international library designs
· Liaise closely with Ministry of Education, eni and ANP through the Working Group.
· Desirable to work within the Ministry of Education.
· Ability to communicate in Timor-Leste’s official and working languages.
· Ability to deliver capacity building.
· Ability to produce reports in Tetum.
DURATION AND LOCATION: The contractual period for these functions is 7 months. The expected starting date is mid November 2010. The Library Specialist function will be based in the Ministry of Education The Building/Architectural Specialist function will liaise closely with the Infrastructure Unit of the Ministry of Education. Continuous presence in the assigned location is expected.
APPLICATIONS AND DEADLINE: Eni is open to considering the functions being undertaken by individuals, companies or associations.
Expressions of Interest
may be submitted in Tetum, Portuguese or English by September 20, 2010,
to eni timor leste at
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or in hardcopy at Rua D. Luis dos Reis Noronha no. 56 , Vila Verde,
Dili, Timor-Leste , providing a capability
statement (entities such as companies or associations), or curriculum
vitae (individual), demonstrating expertise, competencies and
references. Please also include any relevant supporting documentation.
Any queries related to submission of an Expression of Interest should be directed to eni timor leste, at [log in to unmask] or by telephone (+670) 331 0847.
Any other queries regarding the Library Project should be directed at Mrs. Cecília de Assis, National Director of Culture at +670 730 4163 and Dr. Nuno Vasco Oliveira, Adviser to the State Secretary for Culture at +670 736 9666, or at [log in to unmask].
Kind
Regards,
Shaila Noronha
Social
Responsibility Coordinator
Eni
Australia Limited
40
Kings Park Road,
West Perth WA 6005
PO
Box 1265,
West Perth WA 6872
T:
+61 8 9320 1166
F:
+61 8 9320 1100
W: www.eni.it
Subject: [archives] College of Information Studies - University of
Maryland/College Park--Multiple Positions
College of Information Studies "The iSchool" - University of
Maryland/College Park
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Multiple Positions
Description. The iSchool at the University of Maryland College Park
invites highly qualified individuals to apply for multiple tenured or
tenure-track faculty positions in an environment in which research and
teaching share the highest priority, colleagues offer and expect
collaboration in all phases of academic life, and rich resources support
research and teaching. We seek individuals with dynamic research
programs that will complement our existing research strengths. We invite
these outstanding individuals to join a faculty who engage in a broad
scope of research with the shared theme of information, technology, and
people.
The ideal candidates will:
* Lead and conduct cutting edge, high impact research
that shapes the information field;
* Demonstrate the potential for exemplary and innovative
teaching within one or more of our educational programs;
* Exhibit evidence of relevant and effective professional
service; and
* Work comfortably within an interdisciplinary
environment within the iSchool, University, and broader community.
The iSchool enrolls over 500 students in four degree programs: Ph.D., a
Master of Library Science (MLS), a Master of Information Management
(MIM), and a new Master of Human Computer Interaction (HCI). The iSchool
is home to nationally ranked programs in Archives and Records Management
and School Library Media and is known internationally for its vibrant
program of interdisciplinary research in information access, retrieval,
and use; digital libraries; information policy; information and diverse
populations; information seeking and use in electronic environments;
interface design; cloud computing; health information/health information
technology; and social media technologies. Faculty members conduct
individual and collaborative research with partners on campus and
beyond; several hold appointments and other affiliations in Computer
Science, Education, English, Institute for Advanced Computing Studies,
and Applied Mathematics & Statistics, and Scientific Computation.
Areas of particular interest include:
* Academic, Public, School, or Special Libraries;
* Archives, Records Management, Digital Curation, &
Preservation
* Information Organization;
* Knowledge Management; and
* Digital Libraries.
Highly qualified individuals with other areas of expertise relevant to
the iSchool also are encouraged to apply. These are 9-month tenure-track
or tenured appointments, with opportunities for grant-funded summer
research and/or summer teaching. Salary and benefits are competitive
based upon qualifications and experience.
Qualifications. Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a related area;
demonstrated record of research accomplishments or demonstrated
potential for research excellence as appropriate to rank; demonstrated
record of attracting outside funding or demonstrated potential for
attracting funding as appropriate to rank; and evidence of effective and
innovative teaching.
Application Submission. For best consideration, submit application by
November 15, 2010. Send application materials, including a CV, a letter
of interest that clearly describes your primary area(s) of expertise and
the specific contributions that you would make to the iSchool, and
separate statements that outline your research and teaching interests,
by email to [log in to unmask] for the assistant professor
positions and to [log in to unmask] for the senior level position.
All applications will be acknowledged electronically within 3 business
days; however, it is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure
that the materials were received. More information on the iSchool is
available at ischool.umd.edu <http://ischool.umd.edu/> .
The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Jean Dryden, PhD
College of Information Studies
4121J Hornbake South
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
301-405-3777
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