Question 1

What is the geographical coverage of the Training Programme on Economics of Climate Change Adaptation, held in August 2017 and March 2018?"

Accepted Answer

The training programme is open only to participants residing in the Asia and the Pacific region. Ten selected participants residing in the countries where ECCA workshops have already been held - namely, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Vietnam - will receive full scholarships.  Five selected participants residing in Thailand and ten selected participants residing in other countries of Asia and the Pacific can attend but on a self-funded basis.

Question 2

I applied for the first run of the ECCA programme in August 2017. Do I need to apply again for the March 2018 run?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you need to submit a new application for the next training run. The selection process aims to be fair and transparent, so all participants need to go through the same process. Besides there are some differences between the previous and the current application process.

Question 3

How can I apply for a full scholarship to attend the training programme?

Accepted Answer

If you are from one of the ten aforementioned countries, while filling the application form, please answer “NO” to the question on sponsorship from your own organization. Please submit a letter of nomination signed by an authorised representative of your organization.  A letter of nomination can also be prepared using a template of your own organization as long as all the information contained in the ECCA template is included.

Question 4

I am not based in any of the countries in which the ECCA workshops were held previously (Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam), can I still apply for a full scholarship?"

Accepted Answer

Preference will be given to candidates from the above-mentioned countries. However, the Selection Panel will also consider other aspects mentioned in the application form, such as relevance of work experience and the potential to apply the skills acquired, during the selection process. Applicants from other countries are encouraged to pursue sponsorship opportunities from other sources, such as their own organization.

Question 5

Can only government officers attend the training programme?

Accepted Answer

The training programme is open to participation of representatives from governmental and non-governmental organisations, research institutions and other organizations. Preference will be given to applicants working on climate change adaptation and/or having an educational background in economics or statistics so that they can apply the content of the training programme to their work.

Question 6

Will only government officers be eligible for a full scholarship?

Accepted Answer

The applicants will be evaluated on the basis of:
Professional experience
Educational background
Potential for applying the content of the training programme
Motivation level
Understanding of issues and challenges relating to climate change adaptation

Question 7

Is there a course fee for the training programme?

Accepted Answer

Training fee and the cost of training materials are waived for all participants. The self-supported participants will have to cover their travel costs (including visa fee, if applicable), local transport, accommodation, and subsistence. Although travel or health insurance is not mandatory, participants are encouraged to obtain it before their travel.

Question 8

What is the estimated cost of attending the ECCA training programme on a self-funded basis for the upcoming August session?

Accepted Answer

The cost will have to be estimated by each candidate. Self-supported participants should base their estimate on the following:
Travel costs to and from Bangkok
Visa fee, if applicable
Accommodation between 12 and 23 March 2018 and at a walking distance from the venue: approximately USD 45/night for a single standard room or USD 62/night for a single special room with breakfast and WiFi
Transport cost between the airport and the venue: around USD 60 for a round trip
Note that lunch and coffee breaks will be provided free of charge to all participants during the training days (from Monday to Friday)

Question 9

Can students attend the training programme?

Accepted Answer

Graduate students enrolled in courses relating to Economics, Statistics or Climate Change are welcome to apply. However, preference is given to those with substantial professional experience. Graduate students who need a full scholarship  should submit a nomination letter  signed by their respective universities. Students based in Bangkok do not need to submit a nomination letter. Undergraduate-level students are not eligible to participate in the training programme.

Question 10

When and how will the selected participants be notified?

Accepted Answer

The selection process will be carried out in January, and the selected participants will be contacted by email by the end of the month.

Question 11

Should the application be submitted by an agency or should an interested applicant submit the application himself/herself?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must submit the application with duly signed documents. Only the nomination letter is to be signed by an authorised representative of the organization with which the applicant is affiliated.

Question 12

Can an organization nominate more than one candidate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an organization can nominate more than one candidate.

Question 13

I am a representative of a non-governmental organization. Is a recommendation from the government required?

Accepted Answer

A recommendation letter from a governmental organization is not a requirement, but it may strengthen your application.

Question 14

Can an employee of a municipal government receive a full scholarship?

Accepted Answer

Employees of municipal governments and local authorities are welcome to apply and are eligible for full scholarships as long as they meet all requirements.

Question 15

I am a citizen of one of the ten targeted countries living and working outside the Asia and the Pacific region. Am I eligible for a full scholarship?

Accepted Answer

No, only applicants residing in the Asia and the Pacific region are eligible for a full scholarship, independent of their nationality.

Question 16

According to the announcement, five participants from Thailand can attend the training programme. Will these participants be selected from particular agencies?"

Accepted Answer

The training programme is open to participation of representatives from governmental and non-governmental organisations, research institutions and graduate students. Preference will be given to applicants working on climate change adaptation and/or having an educational background in economics or statistics so that they can apply the content of the training programme to their work.

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