UPCOMING EPD & OTHER EVENTS
[Virtual] Lunch with Professor Series: Rumela Sen
Nov. 9, 2020 Monday | 1-1:45 PM EDT
Click HERE to register. | Zoom Link
Rumela Sen teaches the core course Politics of Policymaking and will be teaching Persistent Problems in the Global South and Politics and Policies in South Asia: Challenges and Opportunities at SIPA. She is also affiliated with the Saltzman Institute of War and Peace at Columbia. Prior to joining SIPA in 2020, Sen was the postdoctoral research fellow (2017-2019) at the political science department at Columbia. In 2016-17 she was the postdoctoral fellow in peace and conflict studies at the Pacific Basin Research Center, Soka University of America. Her research focuses on civil conflict, post conflict governance, development and state building, primarily in the context of South Asia. Her first book (Oxford University Press, forthcoming) examines how Maoist rebels in India quit armed groups and return to the same political process that they had once tried to overthrow.
Measuring the Success of Impact Bonds: 5 questions for the first 10 years
Nov. 10, 2020, Tuesday | 1-2PM
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Dr. Gustafsson-Wright is a Senior Fellow in the Global Economy and Development Program at the Brookings Institution. Her current focus on effective delivery of social services including early childhood development, education and health interventions in developing countries has consolidated her role as a global expert on innovative financing mechanisms including payment by results, public-private partnerships and impact investing. She is the premier thought-leader and convener in the emerging field of social and development impact bonds and is regularly invited to contribute to high-level global conversations on impact bonds and outcome-based financing.
COVID-19: Policymaking in the Throes of a Global Crisis | Every Wednesday, 1-2 PM EDT
An online seminar co-sponsored by the School of International and Public Affairs, the Earth Institute, and the Mailman School of Public Health. For more information on this online seminar series CLICK HERE. September 23rd seminar: “COVID-19 Vaccines in a Time of Anti-Science featuring Peter Hotez, University Professor, Baylor University. To join CLICK HERE to register.
World Bank as Enforcer of Human Rights | Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020 | 1:00 - 2:15 PM |
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Have you ever thought about the role of the World Bank in human rights? Following decades of criticism from the human rights community, the World Bank designed two novel quasi-judicial bodies to respond to complaints submitted by or on behalf of project affected communities: the Inspection Panel and the Compliance Advisor/Ombudsman (CAO). Within this system, what is the position of NGOs involved in the complaints process? How are indigenous communities affected?
We are excited to announce that on Thursday, November 12 at 1PM Benjamin Graham will speak to the SIPA community about his recent publications with co-authors Kelebogile Zvobgo and Lynn M.G. Ta on this topic. Join us to learn about the impact of the World Bank on human rights and the many other actors involved!
Latin America’s Recovery after the COVID Crisis: Economic, Social and Political Dimensions
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 | 6-7 PM
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Join José Antonio Ocampo, Co-Director of the EPD Concentration at SIPA; Member of the Committee on Global Thought; Co-President of the Initiative for Policy Dialogue at Columbia University; and the Chair of the Committee for Development Policy; Vicky Murillo, Director of the Institute for Latin American Studies and Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs, Columbia University; and Miguel Urquiola, Chair and Professor of Economics and International and Public Affairs, Columbia University in a discussion on way lies ahead for the LATAM continent, amidst the pandemic-induced crisis, particularly in the political, economic, and social context.
Economic and Political Development Career Panel Series | Nov. 19, Thursday 1-2PM
For more info and to sign up, click HERE
Meet and connect with SIPA EPD concentration Alumni in fields including development consulting, impact investing, political risk, and multilateral organizations.
List of alums and organisations will be updated and finalised by OCS soon!
We are looking for FOUR student volunteers to help us facilitate these four panels. Each volunteer will simply moderate the conversation among the alumni on the panel (EPD will provide the questions). If you are interested, please reach out to Selena and/or Saiful by Thursday, 11/12.
SIPA Speaks!” Nominations Open for SIPA’s Student Speaker Series
“SIPA Speaks!” is a student speaker series designed to showcase SIPA students and their diverse professional and personal backgrounds. SIPA students come together to learn about the amazing backgrounds and contributions their fellow Seeples bring to the School. Students may share experiences involving prior employment, community/volunteer/public service, social entrepreneurship, or any other topic of interest to the SIPA community. All enrolled SIPA students are encouraged to nominate themselves or others to participate.
Click here to nominate yourself or another student to participate in "SIPA Speaks!"
OCS EMPLOYER SESSIONS
Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)Information Session
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Join Fiona Li, SIPA Alumna, Ashley Medlar, Recruitment Manager, and Hayley Leonard, Program Associate, to learn about the Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps summer fellowship. Since 2008, EDF Climate Corps has placed over 1,100 graduate level fellows in host organizations including American Red Cross, Google, Lyft, New York City Mayor’s Office of Sustainability, and TPG Capital. Working under the guidance of a host supervisor and EDF manager, fellows uncover energy and sustainability solutions for their host organizations. Projects may focus on: Scaling energy efficiency solutions, carbon mitigation strategies, renewable energy and vehicle electrification and sustainable supply chain management. As a Climate Corps fellow, you will be custom-matched with a host organization based on your location, industry and project-type preferences. You will participate in interactive training, have access to online resources, and receive ongoing professional development opportunities through the summer and your career.
Presentation will include an overview of the program, tips on the application and virtual interview process and Q&A with program alumni.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship Briefing
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 4:15 PM- 5:15 PM
Where: Other
ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship Briefing
(Hosted by Harvard Kennedy School, Office of Career Advancement)
The Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF) is a career-development opportunity designed to attract recent MPA/MPP (or related programs) graduates to be placed in full-time management-track local government positions. Finalists are selected based on academic performance, demonstrated leadership potential, commitment to public service, communication skills, initiative, creativity, and positive attitude. They then interview for 12-month fellowship appointments at local governments across the country, during which they receive direct mentorship from a senior government leader at the organization. (Appointments may be extended beyond the one-year term.) Since the program's launch in 2004, 30 alumni fellows have been hired as chief administrative officers or assistant chief administrative officers; many others are in senior positions in local government.
For more informationa and to register CLICK HERE
See where fellows are now
Harold W. Rosenthal Fellowship Information Session
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Work Authorization Requirement: US Citizens
Applications are now open for the 2021 Harold W. Rosenthal Fellowship in International Relations. This prestigious program offers our country's most outstanding civic-minded international affairs students the opportunity to work on solving some of our biggest national and global challenges. In addition to gaining experience working for a congressional or executive branch office, fellows also attend virtual lectures and panel discussions where they will hear from recognized foreign policy experts. Fellows will also benefit from networking opportunities with key decision-makers and individuals who can help them plan for a career in public service.
About the Information Session:
This information session will serve as a chance for students and members of university career services to learn more about this program and how to apply. Participants will be able to connect with representatives from the fellowship as well as an alumni fellow from the summer 2020 cohort.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
Salary Negotiation for Women (Part 1)
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Join us for an engaging workshop customized specifically for women
Learn how to:
Respond to "What are your salary expectations?"
Determine a salary range, based on your experience and a specific job.
Understand the gender pay gap and how it impacts women as individuals and as a community.
Participate in role-playing exercises
Event presenter:
Jodi Caplan, Director of Executive MPA and Alumni Career Services, SIPA OCS in coordination with SIPA Women in Leadership, SIPA OCS & AAUW
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
Private Sector Policy Careers Panel
When: Thursday, November 12, 2020
Time: 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
Where: Other
Are you curious about how public policy translates to the private sector? Not sure how to market your degree to corporate employers? Want to learn more about the top skills and abilities needed to be successful in the private sector? This panel will help you answer all these questions AND MORE! Register to hear from professionals in the field to learn how to pursue internships and careers in the private sector.
Please note this event has been organized by a fellow NASPAA member. SIPA students have been invited to participate.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
Life After International Student Status: Immigration Attorney Workshop
When: Thursday, November 12, 2020
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM
Where: Zoom
Are you an international student who is planning to work or live in the U.S. after F-1 OPT or graduation? Do you want to better understand the landscape for H-1B, TN, O, or even permanent residency?
Attend this workshop presented by an experienced immigration attorney, Michael Goldstein, to hear informative updates on life after F-1 or J-1 status. Michael will also present an overview of the H-1B process and answer questions about other work visa, non-immigrant or immigration options.
An FAQs session will be held toward the end of the presentation. This is a free opportunity to hear from a knowledgeable immigration practitioner regarding general questions you may have. Please note that specific or confidential questions may be best addressed individually with the attorney outside of this public event.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
Career Panel: Transitioning from Non-Profit to Consulting
When: Friday, November 13, 2020
Time: 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Are you interested in transitioning from a career in non-profit into the consulting industry? Perhaps you have questions about how to brand yourself, how to compete against candidates with a corporate background, or how to leverage your SIPA degree for your future career? Join SIPA alumni that have successfully navigated this transition for an hour discussion, hosted by your classmate and colleague, Shani Ogilvie.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE
JOBS, INTERNSHIPS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Check out this week's OCS New Job and Internship Opportunities CLICK HERE and Upcoming Deadlines for Jobs and Internship Application CLICK HERE
CAREER RESOURCES
EPD Recruitment Orientation (Session's Recording and Slides)
If you missed the EPD Recruitment Orientation Session organized by the Office of Career Service (OCS) on Monday 9/14, we got you covered! CLICK HERE to access the presentation slides, and CLICK HERE to watch the recording of the event.
SIPA Career Website & Resources
Check out great career development resources for students that can be found on SIPA Career Resources Website.
Factsheets on Career Development - Tips for international students and on connecting with alumni, interviewing, networking, PMF information, writing resumes and cover letters and other career development topics.
Career Overview Factsheet - Information, sample employers, and online resources for a variety of fields and industries
Sector-Specific Fact Sheets - Lists of employers by industry or field, organizational charts, and information on IFC and World Bank internship programs and YPPs.
Check out other resources in the website to get access to general career fact sheets, career overviews, PMF information, lists of employers by sector, tips for international students, and sample resumes and cover letters, as well as online databases, paid subscriptions, and the OCS Weekly News e-newsletter.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS
Melissa Trimble is a second-year MIA student concentrating in EPD and double specializing in GPPS and Management. After growing up in Massachusetts, she went to Lafayette College in Pennsylvania to study International Affairs, French and Economics before moving to NYC in 2016. She worked in the private sector for three years, first at AT&T and then at Crown Jewels Consultants, a global financial technology start up. After years of trying to figure out what an "international affairs" career looked like, she applied to SIPA to pursue her passion in economic development and women's rights. At SIPA, Melissa is a Research Assistant at the Earth Institute, a Program Assistant for the Harriman Institute, and the Treasurer for the Gender Policy Working Group. She has also participated in the Columbia Impact Investing Initiative, the Design for Social Innovation Track, and an EPD Capstone with WeRobotics. She hopes in her future career she will be able to combine her interests in economic development and gender with her background in technology to address poverty in middle- to lower-income countries.
Maria Gabriela Coloma is a first-year MPA student concentrating in EPD and a management specialization from Lima, Peru. She is energetic, outgoing and enjoys connecting with people and building community. Raised in a “machista” environment, she is a strong advocate for female empowerment in Latin America. She worked at an NGO for youth risk prevention in Bolivia, and then spent four years doing corporate banking at Banco de Credito del Peru, where she developed a passion for Fintech. She now wants to work at the intersection of financial inclusion, gender and technology.
Maria got her Bachelor's in Political Science from Davidson College, North Carolina. She has lived and worked in Peru, Bolivia, Sweden and the US. She is also a non-registered yoga teacher who believes in happiness as a path to health. Find her on instagram (magabycoloma), email (mc4970) or linkedin (mgcoloma). She will be beyond happy to grab virtual coffee now and real coffee when she moves to NYC next semester.
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PICK OF THE WEEK
This week's featured limited series: The Queen's Gambit
In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begings an unlkely journey to stardom while grappling with addition.
Watch the trailer
here, Watch it on Netflix.
This week's featured book: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
Ghana, eighteenth century: two half sisters are born into different villages, each unaware of the other. One will marry an Englishman and lead a life of comfort in the palatial rooms of the Cape Coast Castle. The other will be captured in a raid on her village, imprisoned in the very same castle, and sold into slavery.
Available on Amazon
(We would love to hear your recommendations! Let us know what you have watched/read/listened to recently so we can feature them in the next newsletter!)
EPD OFFICE HOURS
José Antonio Ocampo, EPD Co-Director
Sign up online: https://tinyurl.com/officehours-ocampo
Jenny McGill, EPD Co-Director and Workshop Director
Sign up online: https://tinyurl.com/mcgill-oh
Ilona Vinklerova, EPD Manager
Sign up online: https://sipa.campusgroups.com/meetings/1060915/IlonaOfficeHours
Wednesday OH are held at SIPA.
Séléna Batchily, EPD Program Assistant
By appointment at ssb2200@columbia.edu
Saiful Salihudin, EPD Program Assistant
By appointment at sas2409@columbia.edu
