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Commonwealth Foundation Civil Society Advisory Committee member

Closing Date: 30 Nov 2009

The Commonwealth Foundation is currently seeking seven civil society leaders willing to serve as representatives on the Commonwealth Foundation

CIVIL SOCIETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CSAC)

The CSAC is selected so as to ensure that it contributes to the development and implementation of the Foundation’s programme. It is broadly representative of the different regions of the Commonwealth and different sectors and constituencies of civil society; and maintains a balanced gender profile. Only nationals of Commonwealth Foundation member countries employed by or holding an honorary position in an established civil society organisation (including Commonwealth Associations) will be eligible to be a member of the CSAC.

The Committee is comprised of fourteen members. Representation is currently required in the following Commonwealth regions / areas:

1 representative from Europe (non UK)
1 representative from Asia
1 representative from West Africa
2 representatives from the Caribbean and Canada (at least 1 non Canada)
1 representative from a Commonwealth Association

How to apply to become a member of the Commonwealth Foundation Civil Society Advisory Committee

1. Read the details provided on the Commonwealth Foundation’s web site http://www.commonwealthfoundation.com/

2. Write a letter stating how you meet the Selection Criteria. Please give examples of how you have demonstrated the knowledge, skills and experience required.

3. Send your letter together with a full CV and publications list, the names and contact details of two referees (including the Chair of your current organisation) and a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring form to:

CSAC Membership
Commonwealth Foundation
Marlborough House
Pall Mall
London, England
SW1Y 5HY

We must receive your application by 5.30 pm on 30 November 2009

Telephone Interviews will take place on 19 and 20 January 2010.

Successful candidates will be required to attend an Induction Week in London during Commonwealth Week 8 March 2010

Please note that only short listed candidates will be notified.

Thank you for your interest in the work of the Commonwealth Foundation.

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