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Advanced Workshop on CLIMATE CHANGE AND AGRICULTURE FECHAS: 27 MAYO AL 7 JUNIO INSTITUTO: ISRAEL METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE IDIOMA: INGLES El programa incluye alojamiento, alimentacin, capacitacin, visitas tursticas y seguros. NO INCLUYE TIQUETES AEREOS. [Para colombianos] Las personas interesadas en el programa y que tengan el perfil, favor enviar el formulario adjunto en original y una copia a la Embajada ubicada en la Calle 35 No. 7-25 P. 14 en Bogota DC. FECHA LIMITE PARA RECIBIR LOS FORMULARIOS: 20 DE MARZO Shefayim, Israel 27 May 07 June 2013 1. Introduction The IMS/WMO RTC Bet Dagan of the Israel Meteorological Service has provided training at a post-graduate level since 1967. Several thousands of participants from all over the world, mainly from developing countries, have taken advantage of the opportunities provided by our RTC to study the application of meteorology to various aspects of economic activity. The topics of this workshop are in accordance with the concept of the Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS), where agriculture is one of the four key areas selected by the High Level Taskforce of GFCS. Since Israel was successful with developing such agriculture, despite the negative impact of its climate and water resources scarcity on its agricultural production, many of the methodologies developed during the years could be used also for mitigating the results of climate change and increasing the agricultural production. This workshop will demonstrate advanced Methodologies and Techniques developed in order to compensate for the impact of unfavorable climate conditions on agricultural production. It will introduce Israel's knowledge in various fields such as: (i) Irrigation under changing climate conditions (ii) Microclimate Control in Agricultural Buildings (iii) ForecasterFarmer Interaction (iv) Cultivation of crops resistant to Climate Change, etc. The workshop's curriculum will include a combination of classroom lectures, discussions, exercises, demonstrations, field trips and round-table discussions. 2. Workshop Objectives a) To discuss the effects of climate change on different fields of agriculture and agricultural production. b) To demonstrate modern Agrometeorological Techniques and methods for mitigating the effects of climate change. 3. Main Workshop Content: Effects of climate change on agricultural production: Precipitation distribution and changes

Extreme Events Floods, Droughts, Frost and Heatwaves Pheonological Effects

Agrometeorological techniques: Advanced irrigation methods Usage of marginal water Climate control in horticulture and livestock buildings Forecast and risk management for improving agricultural production: Short and medium range weather forecasts and their impact on agriculture Usage of Economical Tools for mitigating the impact of climate change 4. Participation cost The airfare cost should be covered by the participant, by his/her employer, or by the granting institution. The total cost of lodging at full board for single in a double room during the duration of the workshop, including tuition fees and field trips transportation will amount to app. 200$ per day (inc. insurance). Total for the whole period 2400$ 5. Scholarships Scholarships, covering accommodations at full board (two persons per room) during the duration of the workshop, tuition fees and field trip transportation will be provided by the Government of Israel MASHAV Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation A limited number of air travel grants may be available 5. CRITERIA The Advanced Workshop is designed primarily for meteorological staff of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services engaged and interested in application of advanced Agrometeorological methodologies and techniques in mitigating the effect of climate change. 4. Language The workshop will be held in English. A working knowledge of English is mandatory. 5. Training Staff The workshop will be conducted by senior staff of the IMS/WMO RTC Bet Dagan having extensive knowledge and experience in Climatology, Agrometeorology and Agronomy, in Israel and elsewhere. Invited guest lecturers will also participate in providing and sharing their knowledge and experience in specific fields of expertise. 6. Registration Interested candidates are requested to complete the attached Participant Application Form for the workshop and return it directly to RTC Bet-Dagan, Israel Meteorological Service, P.O. 25 Bet-Dagan 50250 Israel, to rmtc@ims.gov.il or to gershteing@ims.gov.il not later than the 15 April 2013.

Annex I Application Form MASHAV Israels Agency for International Development Cooperation Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jerusalem
Dear Applicant, Thank you for applying for a professional training program in Israel. In order for us to consider your application, please complete the enclosed form (2 copies) and return them to the nearest Israeli representative (embassy or other). Please make sure that all the required information has been provided in detail. Please type your answers. This will facilitate the application process and enable us to make our decision in as short a time as possible. Only candidates who are accepted will be notified by the Israeli representative. Thank you for your cooperation. ESSENTIAL: This application form must be TYPED IN THE LANGUAGE OF THE PROGRAM, and accompanied by the following: Completed and approved medical certificate form Certificate of language proficiency (If the language of the program is not your mother tongue or the official language of your country). Photocopy of the relevant highest academic degree obtained translated to the language of the program. Three additional passport photographs, apart from those affixed to the two copies of this application. Two letters of recommendation from present employers or relevant affiliation. These forms should reach the nearest Israeli representative at least ten weeks prior to the opening of the program.

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY _____________ __________________ / / ____________ _____________ / / _____________________________________________: _______________________________________________________________________ _________________ ________________ ____________ ________________ 3

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1. General Name of the training program ______________________________ ______________________________________________________ Name of training institution in Israel ________________________ Dates: _____________ Language of the course_______________

Photo + Three Copies

Financial arrangements: Flight ticket will be paid by________________________________________________ Tuition and accommodation will be covered by _______________________________ 2. Personal Data Surname____________________________ Given Names ________________________ Country_______________________ Citizenship ________________________ Religion_______________________ Passport No. ________________________ Date of Birth_________________ Gender: Male / Female Home address ___________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Telephone (country code______) (area code_______) Number __________________ Cell phone (country code______) (area code_______) Number __________________ Fax ___________________ e-mail ____________________________________ 3. Education Institute Higher Education Academic Degrees: First Second Third 4. Other studies / courses / seminars relevant to the program (Last 10 years) Subject of course Country Organized by Duration of studies Year Location Year Field of Expertise Degree

5. Previous Studies in Israel Subject of course Year

Training Institute


Name of applicant _________________________________

6. Computer Proficiency No_____ Yes_____

If yes, please specify (Word, Excel, etc.)_____________________________________ 7. Knowledge of languages Mother Tongue____________________________ Language of the program
Fair

Reading
Good V. Good Fair

Speaking
Good V. Good Fair

Writing
Good V. Good

8. Employment Full Name of Institution__________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Type of Institution: Government / NGO / Private / Other___________ Address ______________________________________________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax :______________ e-mail _______________ Present Responsibilities and Content of your Position __________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ 9. Former places of Employment Name of Institution Dates From-To Position held

Name of applicant _________________________________

10. References: Please list two people who are acquainted with your professional qualifications Reference 1 Name Telephone number Country code area code number Fax number Country code area code Position Cell phone number Country code area code e-mail address number

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Reference 2 Name Telephone Number Country code area code Number Fax Number area code Position Cell phone Number Country code area code e-mail address Number

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DECLARATION
TRAINING PROGRAM Date______________

I, the undersigned, Mr./Mrs./Miss of (country) ________ in submitting my application for study and/or training in Israel as described earlier, declare as follows:
(A) I UNDERSTAND that it is the intention of the government of Israel to enable me, if I should be found

suitable, to participate in a period of study and/or training in Israel as part of the cooperation between the Government of Israel and my country.
(B) I AM FULLY AWARE that the training opportunity given to me is designed for the benefit of my

countrys development. I, therefore, pledge to participate fully in all studies offered and to comply with all regulations established by the professional institution hosting the training program.
(C) I CLEARLY UNDERSTAND that the purpose of my visit to Israel is to study and/or train. Therefore I

will refrain during my stay in Israel from engaging in any political activity and/or gainful employment.
(D) I AM FULLY AWARE that my stay in Israel may be discontinued if I should commit any infraction of

my undertaking in this declaration, and/or of the Israel civil or criminal law, and/or break the rules and regulations of the school or institute where I will be studying and/or training.
(E) I UNDERTAKE to return to my country upon the completion of my studies, as stipulated by the

Government of Israel and the supervisors of my training program.

(F) I UNDERSTAND that the Government of Israel cannot in any way be held responsible for the material

needs of my family during my stay in Israel, nor for my employment upon my return to my country.
(G) I AM FULLY AWARE that the legal, financial, and moral responsibility of the Government of Israel

ends with the conclusion of the training program.

(H) I AM - to the best of my knowledge - of healthy body and mind and do not require any medical

treatment or attention.
(I) I UNDERTAKE to submit to a further medical examination before or during my studies when required

to do so by the Government of Israel.

(J) I AM FULLY AWARE that the institute does not bear any responsibility whatsoever for my money,

valuables, documents etc. Similarly, the institute bears no responsibility whatsoever for loss of money, valuables, documents, etc.
(K) (FOR WOMEN) I AM NOT - to the best of my knowledge - pregnant, and I understand that I am liable

to be sent home in case of pregnancy.

(L) I UNDERSTAND that the organizers do not accept any responsibility for the treatment of chronic

diseases, dental treatment or eye glasses during my stay in Israel.

(M) I ALSO UNDERSTAND that my personal belongings are not insured by the organizers. (N) I HEREBY CERTIFY that all information and documents presented are correct and truthful. (O) I AM FULLY AWARE that it is my responsibility to obtain the name and location of the Israeli

institute to which I am going, its address and how to arrive there.

(P) I UNDERSTAND that all the financial arrangements have been finalized with the Israeli Representative

before my arrival in Israel.

(Q) I FULLY UNDERSTAND that, unless stated otherwise, the insurance policy under which I shall be

insured by the Israeli institute covers me only during the period of the course/program within the area of the State of Israel.

I confirm hereby my full agreement to these conditions. Name and surname of applicant__________________________________________________ Signature of applicant ___________________________________ Date _______________ Place _____________________________

Please write a short paragraph describing your expectations from the training program including the direct contribution of the program to your field of work, as well as future plans after completion of the program. __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________ Please write a very short autobiography __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________


MEDICAL CERTIFICATE
Surname: Given name (s): Date of birth: Gender:

To be filled out by applicant: Have you/ do you suffer from the following: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Heart (Cardiovascular) Hypertension Diabetes Epilepsy Mental Disorders Tuberculosis Bronchial Asthma Visual Disorders Malaria Sexually - Transmitted Diseases ( Including AIDS) Malignant Disorders ( or other tumors) Internal Bleeding Have you undergone surgical procedures? Have you undergone medical exams during this year? Are you currently using any medications? Are you currently pregnant? If yes, what month?

No

Yes

If yes, please specify

To be filled out by Family Physician/ Practitioner: Has the applicant suffered/ suffering from the following: A Heart (Cardiovascular) B Hypertension C Diabetes D Epilepsy E Mental Disorders F Tuberculosis G Bronchial Asthma H Visual Disorders I Malaria J Sexually - Transmitted Diseases ( Including AIDS) K Malignant Disorders ( or other tumors) L Internal Bleeding M Undergone surgical procedures? N Undergone medical exams during this year? O Currently using any medications? P Currently pregnant? If yes, what month? Q Gynecological Disorders Physical Examination: please specify: R S T U V W X Y Z Blood pressure Cardiac functions Respiratory Liver Spleen Lymph Nodes Edema of legs Lab Tests: ESR HB/ HCT Results: Physician's Conclusions/ General Remarks:

No

Yes

If yes, please specify

Normal

Abnormal

WBC

HIV

Urine Glucose

Urine Protane

Physicians name:

Signature and Stamp

Date:

Annex II ADVANCED WORKSHOP ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND AGRICULTURE

SHEFAYIM, ISRAEL 27 May 7 June, 2013 APPLICATION FORM
Applicants willing to take part in this workshop are requested to fill this form and send it to: Mr. Giora. G. Gershtein, IMS/WMO RTC Bet Dagan, Bet Dagan 50250, POB 25, Israel E-mail: gershteing@ims.gov.ill; rmtc@ims.gov.il

Please print or type Country _____________________ Date of Birth____________ Family Name: ____________________ Given Name: _______________________ Work Experience_____________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ Education__________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ Academic degree (if available) _________________________________________ Place of employment _________________________________________________ Position held _______________________________________________________ Posting address ____________________________________________________

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Telephone: _______________________Fax: ______________________________ E-mail: ____________________________________________________________ Financial assistance for required travel: Yes No

Applicant's signature ________________________Date___________________

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Recommendation of Director of the Service:

Signature__________________________Date_______________________

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