Makerere University is inviting highly motivated candidates for a doctoral position in climate policies and law. This opportunity is part of a research project funded by DANIDA, focusing on “Charcoal Conflict in Climate Change’s Decarbonisation Dilemmas” in Uganda and Tanzania.
The selected candidate will engage in a comprehensive study of local dynamics related to charcoal, including its impact on livelihoods, nutrition, communities, gender, migration, and energy. Additionally, the candidate will analyze the political and legal frameworks in both countries and their alignment with global climate management objectives.
The successful applicant will collaborate with research teams in Uganda, Tanzania, and Denmark, contributing to the project by developing an original analysis of the legal and policy frameworks in Uganda and Tanzania concerning charcoal and climate change. The scholarship covers tuition fees for up to four years, provides a generous monthly stipend, and offers research support from senior academics. The candidate is also expected to participate in annual retreats, field trips, and workshops in Tanzania and Denmark.
Applicants must hold a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognized university and should ideally possess knowledge of de-colonial and critical legal theory approaches. Other valuable skills include a strong grasp of academic literature, academic writing abilities, the capability to work both independently and collaboratively, and an openness to interdisciplinary work in an international context.
To apply, candidates should submit a 5-page concept note outlining their proposed thesis related to the project themes, with a focus on the socioeconomic impact of legal and policy frameworks on charcoal in the context of clean energy transitions in Uganda and Tanzania. The application deadline is 15th October 2023.
This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to climate policy research, gain access to resources and support, and collaborate with international scholars. Join Makerere University in addressing the challenges of climate change and charcoal conflicts in East Africa.
