UNISA COMES TO BOTSWANA

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA- For Distance Learning

Want to begin or further your studies? Join us at one of the following 11 information sessions, where we will give you an overview of all your possible study opportunities.

For study opportunities, visit the University of South Africa at:

Venue: Cresta Thapama Hotel & Casino
6386 Blue Jacket Street, Botswana (Francistown)
Date: 20-21 June 2011

Monday, 20 June 2011
First presentation                                     From                                 09:00-11:00
Second presentation                                From                                 13:00-15:00
Third presentation                                   From                                  17.30- 18.30

Tuesday, 21 June 2011
First presentation                                    From                                 09:00- 11:00
Second presentation                               From                                 13:00- 15:00
Third presentation                                  From                                  17:00- 18.30

Venue: The Grand Palm Hotel Casino Resort (Okavango Suite)
Bonnington Farm, Molepolole Road, Botswana (Gaborone)
Date: 24-25 June 2011

Friday, 24 June 2011
First presentation                                   From                                  09:00- 11:00
Second presentation                              From                                  13:00- 15:00
Third presentation                                 From                                  17:00- 18:30

Saturday, 25 June 2011
First presentation                                  From                                   09:00- 11:00
Second presentation                             From                                   13:00- 15:00
Third presentation                                From                                    17:00- 18:00

Qualifications can be furthered through Short Causes, First Degrees, Honours, Masters and PhD.

Study information will be given in the fields of:
Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Language and Literacy Studies, Education, Law, Security Risk Management, Police Services, Criminology, Economic and Management Sciences, Commerce, Engineering and Technology, Computing, Sciences, Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.

Unisa is a World Leader in Distance Learning and offers:

• Affordable, internationally recongnised, exciting Degree Programmes
• Career Information
• Studies at Home
• Opportunity to learn while you earn

Prospective students must only attend one presentation.

Contact us:
Tel: +27 11 670 9000                                                            
Fax: +27 12 429 4150
E-mail: study-info@unisa.ac.za                                               
www.unisa.ac.za

Youth Development Fund Public Notice

The public is informed that the Department of Youth will be receiving applications for funding of businesses under the Youth Development Fund (YDF). YDF is one of the Department's development and empowerment flagship programmes, that was established to assist young citizens to start up or expand existing small profit making business projects. The fund can be accessed by out-of-school and unemployed citizens aged between the ages of 18-29 years.

The funding is offered on the following guidelines;

1. Applicants will be required to attend a pre-application Orientation Session and Business Awareness Creation workshop of the fund guidelines and application forms. NB: ONLY those who attend orientation shall be considered for assistance.
2. Approval of the project shall strictly depend on the project viability and sustainability.
3. Pre-disbursement entrepreneurial development training shall be a pre-requisite.
4. The project ciling is P100 000.00 on a 50% grant and 50% interest free loan basis
5. The maximum loan repayment period shall not exceed 60 months.
6. A penalty of 5% interest shall be charged on defaulters.
7. The grace period for the loan component shall not exceed 36 months and will depend on the type of project funded.

Activity: Orientation Session and Business Creation Workshops
Expected Deliverable: Guidance on how to complete the Application Forms and Guidelines
Timeframe: From 13 June 2011 To 8 July 2011

Activity: One on One Consultations
Expected Deliverable: To assist applicants in the formulation and  completion of project proposals
Timeframe: From 11 July 2011 To 10 August 2011


For more information contact the nearest District Youth Office OR call tollfree number 0800 600 883

HR Consultant Recruitment Division

Are you a Human Resources graduate who is well versed in all aspects of HR and have 3-5 years post graduate experience? Do you thrive on doing your best and making the client happy?

Premiere, a company with over 20 years experience in the market place, is the HR Consultancy of choice for Botswana's established and up-and-coming Business Sector. Currently we have a vacancy in our Recruitment Division, which handles all associated tasks in this field. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy dealing with different groups of people, are well-organised and decisive, this dynamic and demanding role is the right one for you.

We would like to thank all interested candidates but also bring your attention that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please send your Curriculum Vitae to us at hr@premiere.co.bw

Closing Date: 24/06/2011

Ministry of Education and Skills Development Toll Free Telephone Counseling Facility

 Press Release

The Ministry of Education and Skills Development informs all students, staff and teachers that it has opened a toll free telephone counseling facility which will start operating on the 15th June 2011 from 1000hrs to 2200hrs on daily basis.

The name of the centre is Youth Counseling on Air (YOCA). The short code number to dial is 17250 and is accessible via all mobile network service providers and landlines.

The objectives of the toll free telephone counseling facility are to enable young people to:
• Express personal, social, educational and vocational issues they face on day to day basis.
• Open up about seeking help rather than keeping issues bottled up.
• Got more reliable information on various issues that succumb to peer pressure.
• Get 12 hr counseling service.
• Get confidential and prompt response for crisis counseling needs.
• Be empowered with knowledge and life skills to handle the complex challenges they face today in view of HIV & AIDS and Wellness issues.
• Make informed decisions on issues of sexuality, alcohol and substance abuse, grief counseling and related psychosocial issues.
• Obtain Adolescence Sexual Reproductive health Information in a child friendly environment.

Teachers will also be accessing the facility for
• Psychosocial support
• Individual counseling
• Counseling advise and information on how best to handle counseling issues
• Database of Referral centre; counseling service providers

YOCA can also be reached by e-mail at: counselor@moesd.org.bw

SCHOOLS ESSAY COMPETITION

The Botswana Institute of Bankers, in conjunction with its Corporate Members and the Public Education Programme on Banking of the Bank of Botswana, invites entries from pupils in Junior Community and Senior Secondary Schools in Botswana, as well as from pupils in upper Primary School (Standard 5-7).

 

The theme of the 2011 Schools Essay Competition is:

“Discuss ways in which bank fraud can be controlled and prevented in Botswana”

Seven awards, sponsored by the Bank of Botswana, Barclays Bank of Botswana, Standard Chartered Band and First National Bank of Botswana will be made as follows:

UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOLS (STANDARD 5-7)

        i.           The best essay from a pupil in upper primary in a Non-Urban Primary School.

      ii.           The best essay from a pupil in upper primary in an Urban Primary School.

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

 

        i.            The best essay from a pupil in a Non-Urban Junior Secondary School.

      ii.            The best essay from a pupil in a Non-Urban Senior Secondary School.

    iii.            The best essay from a pupil in an Urban Junior Secondary School.

    iv.            The best essay from a pupil in an Urban Senior Secondary School.

      v.            The best overall essay.

All students from all Secondary Schools and pupils in upper Primary School (Standards 5-7) in Botswana are encouraged to enter. All entries must be submitted through the relevant school administration. Entries will not be received directly from the students themselves.

Essays should be forwarded by the School administration to:

The Director

Botswana Institute of Bankers

Private Bag 00404

Gaborone

On or before 30 June 2011

Please note that the Botswana Institute of Bankers is located at Plot No. 184, Tlale House, Ground Floor, Gaborone, just off the Main Mall, close to the South African High Commission and opposite BEDIA. The entrance is on the Northern side of the Building.

An opportunity of a lifetime: Apply today for the Disney International Programs

Imagine the excitement of working, learning and living at the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida, USA!!

Participants in the Disney International Programs have the incredible opportunity to make dreams become a reality.

Participants will have the chance to:

• Build their CV and gain experience with a world-renowned company.
• Share their culture and interact with Guests from all over the world.
• Learn skills from Disney leaders that will be invaluable to their future.
• Make friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

Previous tourism/hospitality industry experience required

Apply Today!!

Email CV and Cover Letter:

wdw.int.recruiting@disney.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE  is July 5, 2011

http://www.disneyinternationalprograms.com/

Youth and Climate Change

The World Youth Report focus on youth and climate change, and is intended to highlight the important role young people play in addressing climate change, and to offer suggestions on how young people might be more effectively integrated as individuals and collective agents of change within the realm of climate change adaptation and mitigation. The Report is designated to assist youth and youth organizations in educating themselves and to become more actively involved in combating the threat of climate change. It is also meant to affirm the status of young people as key stakeholders in the fight against climate change. The publication comes at a time when efforts to address climate change are receiving unparalleled attention on the international arena, offering youth a unique opportunity for their voice to be heard in the debate.

Click here http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/unyin/documents/wyr10/YouthReport-FINAL-web-single.pdf for the report.