Large Volume Waste

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1 The International Mining for Development Centre was established in late 2011 as a key element in the Australian governments Mining for Development initiative. As part of our activity program, we are organising a program in Tarkwa, Ghana focused on the management of Large Volume Waste in the resources sector. The five day program will be held in November, and will involve a group of 20 representatives from government and academic institutions from Africa. The aim of this program is to provide an understanding of design, management and monitoring principles for large volume waste facilities associated with mining operations, across the full life cycle of a mine. This topic is a critical element in both minimising longterm environmental risks and liabilities, which can arise from poor management of such facilities, and also maximising opportunities for post mining land use. The program will address covers for waste facilities and site rehabilitation from a technical and policy viewpoint. The program will be held in partnership with the University of Mines and Technology, Ghana and led by Winthrop Professor Andy Fourie from the School of Civil and Resource Engineering, The University of Western Australia. IM4DC will fund the costs of sponsored participants including tuition fees, return economy airfares, accommodation and meals for the duration of the tour. Further details regarding precise travel dates and arrangements will be provided once we have confirmed participant details. The proposed dates of the program are from Monday 25th November to Friday 29 th November

2 Program Outline Activity Large Volume Waste Summary Target audience for activity/program Primary aims of program Short course focusing on life of mine management of waste rock dumps and tailings storage facilities including waste site rehabilitation. The course will be led by Winthrop Professor Andy Fourie, School of Civil and Resource Engineering, The University of Western Australia. Senior regulators with resource management accountability and environmental management/monitoring focus Academics in Universities with a similar focus The aim of this program is to provide an understanding of design, management and monitoring principles for large volume waste facilities associated with mining operations, across the full life cycle of a mine. Core topics Mining practices and solid waste production Planned duration Mining waste placement and containment structures Risk prevention and management Monitoring and regulatory requirements Covers Environmental management Rehabilitation of waste facilities 5 days Proposed timing Monday 25th November to Friday 29th November 2013 Location English competency Expectations Tarkwa, Ghana Reasonable English proficiency is required. Participants will be expected to understand lectures delivered in English and be able to write and present in English. Participants will be expected to share information on waste management or waste site rehabilitation in their own contexts; to participate in group discussions and presentations; and to develop a return to work plan linked to their participation in the program. Selection To be eligible for the short course, candidates must meet the following criteria Mid to senior level professional working in a role related to the management and/or rehabilitation of large volume waste in the mining sector Employment in either a university, training agency, mining institution, ministry, government agency, or civil society At least five years experience working in the sector Bachelor s degree or equivalent Satisfactory English language proficiency. 2

3 Application Form Large Volume Waste Program Read these instructions carefully and ensure you submit a full and complete application. Please use BLOCK LETTERS. Please complete this form in ENGLISH, and return by SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER You must complete all applicable sections of this form and provide all supporting documents and a copy of the information page of your passport. Personal Information Title Mr Mrs Ms Dr other First Name / Given Name Middle Name (if applicable) Surname / Family Name Date of Birth Current Age: Gender Female Male Country of citizenship Country of residence Second citizenship (if more than one) Marital Status Married De Facto Engaged Divorced Separated Widowed Never married Personal Contact Details This is for your personal contact details. You will have an opportunity to provide your work address and contact details later on in this form. Physical Address Town / City Province Country Landline Phone Number: Main Mobile Phone Number: Main Main 3

4 Study History Please provide details of your highest educational qualifications, listing the most recent qualification first. Full name of qualification Level of study Name of institution Institution location (country) Year of completion Did you complete this qualification and graduate? Full name of qualification Level of study Name of institution Institution Location (country) Year of completion Did you complete this qualification and graduate? Secondary school Diploma/ Technical/ Vocational Secondary school Diploma/ Technical/ Vocational Undergraduate Postgraduate Undergraduate Postgraduate Previous AusAID programs or assistance Have you previously participated in other AusAID funded programs, courses or study tours including those organised by IM4DC and AAPF? Please list any such activity below. English Language Competency Please indicate your English language competency Native speaker Very Good Good Fair Weak 4

5 Current Employment Please provide details of your current job Position title Name of employment organisation Start date in current position What type of organisation do you work for? Please describe your current position (Tick One) Public Sector Private Sector Civil Society (i.e. community, development or non government organisation, faith based organisation, multi lateral organisation) Unemployed (you are not eligible to apply. Do not proceed) Executive/ Senior Management / Senior Professional / Senior Academic Middle Management/ Professional / Mid level Academic Senior Clerical or Administrative/ Technician/ Supervisory / Junior Academic Clerical or Administrative/ Tradesperson, please indicate below Please give the number of years and months of professional experience you have gained since graduating with your first tertiary level qualification (e.g. your Bachelor degree) Current Employer Details Physical address (your actual work unit and location) Town/ City Province Country Landline Phone Number Main Mobile Phone Number Main Main 5

6 Return to Work Project (RWP) Please attach your Return to Work Project (RWP) using the template provided below. This document is compulsory, and we strongly urge you to discuss it in detail with your employer. RWP s that do not have employer support may be marked down compared to those that do have employer support. Applicants general expectations and plans (between 200 and 300 words attach separate sheets if necessary) Please explain what new skills and knowledge you expect to gain from this course. Please be as specific as possible. Please explain how these new skills and knowledge will help you contribute to improving policies or practices in your current or future job. Please be as specific as possible, e.g. citing specific organisational plans, programs or policies. 6

7 Please explain how these new skills and knowledge will help you contribute to your country s development priorities. Please be as specific as possible, e.g. citing specific national plans, programs or policies. Employers general expectations and plans(between 200 and 300 words; attach separate sheets if necessary) Please explain what skills / knowledge you expect the applicant to return with, and how your organisation will use them. 7

8 Signature and Commitments Applicant do you agree to the following commitments and acknowledgements? 1. To review your RWP during your study to ensure it is lined up with your organisation s work plans and expectations. 2. Provide feedback to the International Mining for Development Centre (IM4DC) on implementation of the RWP after returning from the program. 3. I certify that the information I have provided is true and accurate. I understand if I have provided false or misleading information, my application will not be considered. I agree to abide by the conditions of the application. 4. I understand that my name and professional details can be entered in a database of participants of similar Australian funded study tours and training programs, and be shared among other members of the database for professional purposes. 5. I give my permission for the IM4DC to include photographs and/ or video images of myself in the Centre s photo or video library. The images or footage may be used by IM4DC and/or, with permission from IM4DC, by other Government agencies or stakeholder organisations including the media. Primarily, they will be used to promote awareness of the work of IM4DC in publications and other printed materials, on websites, and in broadcast media. Name: Signature: Date: Employer do you agree to the following commitments? 1. Support the candidate to implement the RWP as developed above. 2. Develop a plan on how the candidate will work with colleagues to transfer their knowledge. 3. I certify that the information I have provided is true and accurate. I understand if I have provided false or misleading information this application may not be considered. What is your work relationship with the candidate? How long have you known the candidate professionally? Do you support the candidate in their application for this? Name Position Signature Date 8

9 Check list Completed all sections of the application form, the return to work project, and the signature and commitments Both you and your employer have signed the form You have supplied a scanned copy of the information pages of your passport Submission process please submit an electronic copy of the completed form and accompanying documents to the following address by Sunday 3 November 2013 applications@im4dc.org 9