Indian Muslim News - BOOK REVIEW
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A fascinating book exploring harmonious inter-community relations in Kerala
Name of the Book: Sacred Kerala – A Spiritual Pilgrimage
Author: Dominique-Sila Khan
Publisher: Penguin, New Delhi
Year: 2009
Pages: 233
Price: Rs.275
ISBN: 978-0-14-310415-5
Reviewed by Yoginder Sikand
The southern Indian state of Kerala has a unique population mix. A little less than half of Keralas inhabitants are Hindus, who belong to various castes. The rest are Muslims and Christians, in roughly equal number, and a miniscule number of Jews, who form Indias oldest Jewish community. In contrast to much of north India, inter-community relations in Kerala have always been fairly harmonious, although the situation is beginning to change today. At the popular level, economic and social ties and inter-dependence between Keralas different religious communities have given birth to a strong sense of Malayali identity that transcends religious boundaries. This has been facilitated by the use of the Malayalam language by all of the states communities as well as a long-standing tradition of religious overlapping or shared religious identities, which is what this fascinating book is all about.The author, a Jewish woman of Romanian origin, born and brought up in France, married to a Rajasthani Muslim and deeply interested in Indias folk religious traditions, herself exemplifies the notion of shared religious traditions that defy neat categorisation. Her own personal location, she says, led her to undertake a series of journeys to Kerala to explore the states rich and living legacy of popular religiosity that brings together people of different religious communities, as officially defined, in common worship and devotion.
The central argument of the book is that in large parts of Kerala, and, indeed over much of India, the notion of religious or communal identities as neatly-bounded, homogenous and clearly set apart from, or even in contradistinction to, other religious communities is misleading. Textbook definitions of Islam, Hinduism and Christianity, that see them as wholly independent religions whose followers are neatly separated from each other, Khan argues, conceal a vibrant historical and still living tradition of overlapping religious traditions and identities, or what, for want of a better term, can be called syncretism or liminality. These shared religious traditions and religious spaces, the author contends, can be seen as containing the seeds of a truly universal spirituality that transcends narrow creedal boundaries.
As an ethnographic account of numerous shared religious traditions and spaces in Kerala, this book excels. Khan describes, making no effort to conceal her passion for such traditions and spaces, unique ceremonies that bring together village Hindus, Muslims and Christians throughout Kerala. She talks of generous land grants made by various Malayali Hindu rulers to Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities to build their shrines. The cults that have emerged around these shrines continue to survive, hundreds of years after they emerged, brining together people of different faith communities in common worship and celebration. At the annual Chandankulam festival in a remote Kerala village, for instance, devotees of all faiths gather at a Catholic church, proceed to a Bhagvati temple and then finally congregate at a mosque. Pilgrims undertaking the strenuous journey to the shrine of Ayyapa at Sabarimala must first visit a mosque, and, after completion of the pilgrimage, often visit the shrine of a Christian saint. Ayappa, one of the major Malayali Hindu folk deities, is believed to have been a close friend of a Muslim named Vavar, and also of a Christian priest.A fascinating example of religious bonhomie associated with traditional Kerala is a unique royal structure. Outside Cochin lie the ruins of a palace built by the states Prime Minister, surrounded, in each of the cardinal directions, by a church, a mosque, a temple and a synagogue. Negating the oft-held notion of religions as wholly separate from each other, numerous local Hindu goddesses in Kerala are considered to be sisters of deceased Christian and Muslim saints, and the festivities associated with the former also involve offerings at the shrines of the latter. All over Kerala, especially in the Malabar region, Christians and Hindus flock to the shrines of Muslim missionaries and saints in the hope of assistance to have their wishes met. A Jewish grave in Cochin attracts scores of Hindu and Christian devotees every Friday. And so on.
Khan travels across the length and breath of Kerala to uncover dozens of such shrine-based religious traditions that, take together, present a vastly different picture of community identities and inter-communal relations from the conventional image of them having no significant overlaps in terms of belief and practice.
Another focus of this book is on the rich internal diversities and divisions within what are ordinarily seen as homogenous religious communities. In the Hindu case, the variety of cults and the diversity of castes is, of course, well known. But, even among communities in Kerala that subscribe to one or the other monotheistic faiths, sectarian, caste and other divisions remain stark, thus forcefully negating the notion of Christians, Muslims and Jews as being monolithic communities. Khan talks of the numerous Christian sects and caste-based communities in Kerala, some, such as the Syrian Christians, that follow a range of local practices in common with the Malayali Hindus. Among the miniscule Jewish population in Kerala, till recently a rigid barrier divided the so-called white Jews, of European or Arab origin, from the black Jews, who considered themselves to be descendants of the original Jewish settlers in the state. Among Keralas Muslims, Khan says, sectarian differences remain acute--the Sunnis, followers of local Sufi traditions and associated with the Shafi school of jurisprudence; the Jamaat-e Islami, a puritanical Islamist formation; and the Nadwat ul-Mujahidin, a vociferous critic of a host of popular customs associated with the Sunnis and many Hindu followers of the Sufis, which it brands as un-Islamic.
Khan admits that, in recent years, Kerala has witnessed the emergence of a number of right-wing communal and religious fundamentalist movements, among Hindus, Muslims and Christians. Typically, she writes, these movements see the states rich legacy of shared religious traditions and spaces that bring together people belonging to different religious communities, as superstitious, aberrant and deviant. These movements have had a major impact on Kerala society, and have succeeded in making communal divisions much stronger and clearly-demarcated. These constitute a fundamental departure from Malayali tradition, which Khan characterises as inclusive and open, at the same time as she is cognizant of the deep-rootedness of caste discrimination in Kerala historically.
This book tells a fascinating story of alternate, more accepting and accommodating ways of imagining religion, spirituality and community identities. It is a story of vast numbers of ordinary people, whose voices are little-heard, but who carry on in the footsteps of their forefathers in celebrating forms of spirituality that, in effect, bitterly critique the politics of religious exclusivism.
[Yoginer Sikand is a well-known scholar. He runs his blogs: http://www.madrasareforms.blogspot.com and http://www.islampeaceandjustice.blogspot.com. He can be contacted on ysikand@gmail.com]
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Posted by Indian Muslim Observer | 23 June 2009 | Posted in Opinion

Indian Muslim News - JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Posted by Indian Muslim Observer | 20 June 2009 | Posted in Job Opportunities
Job Opportunities – June 2009
Vacancy in Uttarakhand for Lecturer in Inter Colleges
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) invites applications on prescribed format OMR Forms from Indian Citizens for following posts of Lecturer in Government Inter Colleges/ Government Girls Inter Colleges in various subjects:
1. Lecturer (Government Inter College - Girls): 190 posts (SC-48, ST-17, OBC-38, UR-87), Pay Scale : Rs.6500-10500, Age : 21-35 years
2. Lecturer (Government Inter College): 1214 posts (SC-344, ST-118, OBC-260, UR-492), Pay Scale : Rs.6500-10500, Age : 21-35 years
Relaxation as per rules. Application Fee : 100/- (Rs.60/- for SC/ST of Uttarakhand, PH and Ex-SM candidates) in the form of Bank DD in favour of Secretary, Public Service Commission, Uttarakhand payable at Haridwar.
How to Apply : Application to be filled and sent on the OMR Application Forms which will be available in designated Post Offices of Uttarakhand on payment of Rs.110/- (Rs.70/- for SC/ST of Uttarakhand only) along with guidebook. Please keep a photocopy of filled in OMR application form with you and send completed application form to Secretary, Public Service Commission, Uttarakhand, Gurukul Kangri, Haridwar-249404 on or before 30/06/2009. Kindly view http://gov.ua.nic.in/tenders/Tenders/Dept22-200952913245959.PDF for detailed information.
PNB Officer Management-Trainee and Clerk vacancy
Punjab National Bank (PNB), a leading public sector bank, invites application from Indian citizens for the 738 posts of Officer cadre and Clerical cadre.
Important Dates:
* Opening Date for Online Registration : 01/06/2009
* Closing Date for Online Registration : 30/06/2009
* Date of Written Examination for The Post Codes 02,03 & 05 16-08-2009
* Date of Written Examination (Preliminary) for post of Management Trainee: 30/08/2009
* Date of Written Examination for The Post of Clerk: 20/09/2009
Posts & Vacancies:
1. Management Trainee: 351 posts (JMG Scale-I Rs.10000-19920), Age: 20-28 years as on 01/01/2009.
2. Security Officer: 22 posts (JMG Scale-I Rs.10000-19920) Age: 32 years as on 01/01/2009.
3. Dy. Manager Financial Analyst: 8 posts (JMG Scale-I Rs.10000-19920) Age: 28 years as on 01/01/2009.
4. Dy. Manager Law: 5 posts (JMG Scale-I Rs.10000-19920) Age: 28 years as on 01/01/2009.
5. Dy. Manager (Economics): 2 posts (JMG Scale-I Rs.10000-19920) Age: 28 years as on 01/01/2009.
6. Clerks: 350 posts (Clerical Grade Rs.4410-12310) in various states, Age: 20-25 years as on 01/01/2009.
Relaxation in Age : SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, Kashmir migrant – 5 years, PH – 10 years, and officers from rural bank – 5 years.
Application Fee: General & OBC – Rs.400/- (Rs.50/- for SC/ST/PC/EXsm candidates) for Officers and Rs.300/- (Rs.50/- for SC/ST/PC/EXsm candidates) for the posts of Clerk. The application fee must be paid in cash, separately for each post at any branch of Punjab National Bank in the prescribed Cash voucher form.
Selection Procedure: The selection will be on the basis of written test and interview. All eligible candidates will be called for a written examination which will be both Objective and Descriptive in nature, selection only for the post of Dy. Manager (Law) will be through Interview only.
How To Apply: For all the posts, apply Online at PNB Website (http://www.pnbindia.com) -
1. For all posts except Dy. Manager (Law): Apply Online at PNB wesbite from 01/06/2009 to 30/06/2009
2. For the post of Dy manager (Law) : Apply online as mentioned above and take a printout of the application and send it to the Dy. General Manager, Punjab National Bank, HRD Division, Head Office, 7 Bhikhaji Cama Place, New Delhi - 110066 on or before 08/07/09. The advertisement, fee voucher form and link to apply online is also available on the website of the bank at http://www.pnbindia.com/english_web/advt_290509.html
Job Vacancy in Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa (Haryana)
Applications for appointment to the following posts at Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, are invited on the prescribed applications form obtainable along with prescribed qualifications and instruction from the Assistant Registrar (Estt.), Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, on payment of Rs. 60/- (Rs. 15/- for SC/ST/BC of Haryana) in cash at the counter or by post by sending Demand Draft of Rs. 100/- (Rs. 55/- for SC/ST/BC of Haryana) drawn in favour of the Registrar, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa:
Professors: 6 posts (Pay Scale : Rs.16400-22400)
Reader: 13 posts (Pay Scale : Rs.12000-18300)
Lecturer: 4 posts (Pay Scale : Rs.8000-13500)
Controller of Examinations: 1 post (Pay Scale : Rs.16400-22400)
Librarian: 4 posts, (Pay Scale: Rs. 16400-22400)
Dy. Librarian: 1 post (Pay Scale: Rs. 12000-18300)
Dy. Registrar: 1 post (Pay Scale: Rs. 12000-16500+400 SP)
Assistant Director Youth Welfare: 1 post (Pay Scale : PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.5400)
Assistant Registrar: 1 post (Pay Scale : PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade pay Rs.5400 + Spl. Pay Rs.400)
Sub Divisional Engineer: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs. 9300-34800 Grade pay Rs.5400)
Junior Engineer: 4 posts (Two-Civil, One-Public Health & One Electrical) (Pay Scale: Rs. PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3600)
Private Secretary: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.4200 + $00 Spl. Pay)
Superintendent: 3 posts (Gen-2 & BCA-1) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.4200 +200 SP)
Deputy Superintendent: 6 posts (Gen-4 & BCA-1, ESM-1) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3600 +150 SP)
Junior Programmer: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.4200)
Technical Assistant: 1 post (SC-1) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3600)
Coach: 2 posts (male-1, female-1) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3300)
Assistant: 8 posts (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3300+60 SP)
Personal Assistant: 2 posts (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3600)
Sr. Scale Stenographer: 5 posts (Gen.-4 & SC-1) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200+60 SP)
Lab Technician: 1 post (Gen.) (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200)
Jr. Scale Stenographer: 2 posts (Gen.-1 & SC-1) (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.2400+40 SP)
Computer Assistant/DEO: 4 posts (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200)
Driver: 4 posts (Pay Scale : PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade pay Rs.2400 + 300 SP)
Staff Nurse: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200)
Pharmacist: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200)
Draftsman: 1 post (Pay Scale : PB-2 Rs.9300-34800 Grade Pay Rs.3200)
Steno-Typist: 9 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900 + 100 SP)
Accounts Clerk: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900 + 40 SP)
Clerk-cum-DEO: 13 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900 +40 SP)
Tracer: 1 post (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900)
Restorer: 3 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900 +30 SP)
Daftri: 3 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900 + 30 SP)
Cook: 2 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1800)
Watchman: 12 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.4440-7440 Grade Pay Rs.1300 +30 SP)
Laboratory Attendant: 5 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900)
Library Attendant: 2 posts (Pay Scale: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.1900)
Peon: 12 posts (Pay Scale: Rs.4440-7440 Grade Pay Rs.1300 + 30 SP)
Supporitng Staff (Groundman-cum-Gardener): 5 posts (Pay Scale: Rs.4440-7440 Grade Pay Rs.1300)
How to Apply : Applications form should reach the Office of Deputy Registrar, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa-125055 (Haryana) latest by 22/06/2009. For more information and application form, please visit http://www.cdlu.edu.in/
Recruitment of Director/Dean/Principal in Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
Applications in the prescribed format are invited for filling up vacancies of in ESI Postgraduate Institute of Medical Science & Research (PGIMSR) and Medical Colleges in various states :
* Director/ Dean/ Principal: 11 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.18400-22400, Age : 64 years as on 29/06/09
How to Apply: Application complete in all respect in the prescribed form may be sent to The Regional Director of the concerned state on or before 29/06/2009.
Vacancy of Pilot in UP
Applications are invited are invited for appointment on contract basis for the following posts of Pilot for Aircraft & Helicopter in Civil Aviation Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
* Pilot (Fixed Wing): 5 posts (SC-2, OBC-2, UR-1), Remuneration : Rs.150000 to 250000, Qualification Candidate should possess current Senior Commercial Pilot Licence (Fixed Wing) or current commercial Pilot Licence with flight instructor rating and endorsement of twin engine (ii) Insturment rating of twin engine (iii) Flying experience : Total flying 3000 hrs., Flying as Pilot-in-command 2000 hrs, Night flying 500 hrs, Flying as Pilot-in-Command on twin engine aeroplane 500 hrs
* Pilot (Rotar Wing): 1 post, Remuneration : Rs.150000 to 250000, Qualification Candidate should possess current Senior Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence, Flight Radio Telephone Operator and Radio Telephone (Restricted Aeromobile) (FRTO and RTR) (ii) Flying experience: Total flying 2000 hrs., Flying as Pilot-in-command 1000 hrs, Night flying 50 hrs
Age: 21-50 years as on 01/07/08.
How to Apply: Application on plain paper giving complete biodata accompanied by attested copies of certificates and testimonials in support should be be sent to Special Secretary by 25/06/2009. Please visit www.upgov.nic.in for more information.
Indian Army 110th Technical Graduates Course (TGC) (January 2010)
Applications are invited from Engineering Graduates male Indian citizens for 110th Technical Graduates Course (TGC), Post Graduate (Non-Engineering) entry into Army Eduction Corps (AEC) in the Indian Army.
* Engineers: 59 posts (Civil-7, Electrical-4, Mechanical-7, Computer Science-5, Telecom-9, Electronics-6, IT-4, Architecture-2, Public Health Eng-3, Construction Engg-3, Industrial Engg & Management-5, Mining-4)
* AEC: 1 post. Post Graduates (Non-Engg) - English/ Economics/ Music (preferably Western Music)
Qualification:
* TGC: A degree in Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognised university.
* AEC - MA degree from a recognised university in 1st or 2nd division in the concerned subjects
Age:
* TGC: 20 to 27 years. Born between 02 January 1983 and and 01 January 1990
* AEC - 23-27 years born between 02 January 1983 and not later than 01 Jan 1987.
* Physical Standard: min. height 157.5 cm , better eye 6/6 and worst eye 6/18
* Pay Scale : PB-3 Rs. 15600-39100 Grade Pay Rs.54oo plus Military Service Pay and other allowances (During the training, the candidates will get Rs.21000/- as Stipend)
Method of Selection: Initial Screening and short listing of applicants will be done at Recruiting Directorate Army Headquarters. Selected (shortlisted) candidates will be called for Service Selection Board (SSB) interview at Allahabad, Bhopal and Bangalore for fives selection process. In which candidates will be put through Psychological test, Group Test and Interview.
How to Apply: Applicaiton Forms in accordance with the prescribed format, colour paper and xomplete in all respects with superscription on the envelope in red ink "110th TGC: ............. ENGINEERING " OR "110th TGC: AEC .......... (name of subject)" is to be sent to the following address to reach by 08/06/2009 [Last date is now extended upto 22/06/2009] by registered post/ speed post to Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army), Adjutant General's Branch, Additional Directorate General of Recruiting, TGC ENTRY, AG's Branch, Army Hqrs, West Block-III, RK Puram, New Delhi - 110066.
Further detail regarding this entry scheme can be seen at http://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in and http://indianarmy.nic.in/ . , Also Indian Army has prepared a common application form which is available at http://indianarmy.nic.in/form.pdf
Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Special Vacancy
Special recruitment drive for Assistant Commandant Commercial Pilot License (CPL) for Short Service Appointment and Assistant Commandant (Technical) Engineering/Electrical
The Indian Coast Guard, an armed force of the Union, offers a challenging and inspiring career as Group 'A' Gazetted Offices in the pay scale of 15600-39100 with Grade Pay Rs. 5400/- . Applications are invited from Indian Citizens for the following posts:
1. Assistant Commandant General Duty (Commercial Pilot License Entry) (Male/ Unmarried Female): Commercial Pilot License (CPL) holders for Short Service Appointment for period of 8 years which may be extended to 10 years and may be further extended up to 14 years by the competent authority, Qualification : 12th pass or equivalent and possess current Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Age : born between 01 July 1983 to 30 June 1991
2. Assistant Commandant Technical Branch (Male only (Engineering): Qualification: Degree in Naval Architecture/ Marine Mechanical/ Electrical/ Tele-communication & Electronic/ Design/ Production/ Aeronautical/ Control (Electrical) Engineering or equivalent (ii) Possession of Certificate of Competency by Govt. of India, Ministry of Surface Transport as 1st class Engineer of Motorship or other similiar certificate OR (iii) Possession of final exam certificate of the College of Marine Engineering under Department of Surface Transport, Government of India OR (iv) Have passed Section A & B of Institute of Engineers (India) examination in any of the disciplines listed above, Age: Born between 01 July 1980 to 30 June 1989. The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years of OBC candidates.
How to Apply: Application on plain paper in the prescribed form is to be sent so as to reach on or before 20/06/2009 (23/06/09 for candidates from far-flung areas). Attested copies of certificate of age, caste of the candidate, educational qualification including statement of marks, NCC, sports and self addressed unstamped envelope of size 25 x 10 cm are to be attached with the application. Please visit http://indiancoastguard.nic.in/ for details and application form.
Faculty requirements in Bastar Vishwavidyalaya
Bastar Vishwavidyalaya, Jagdalpur, Dharampur, Bastar, Chhattisgarh – 494005 invites applications in prescribed forat from eligible candidates are invited for the following posts:
1. Rural Technology & Management: 04 posts (Professor-1, Reader-1, Lecturer-2 (UR-1, ST-1)
2. Anthroplogy & Tribal Studies: 04 posts (Professor-1, Reader-1, Lecturer-2 (UR-1, ST-1)
3. Forestry & Wild Life: 04 posts (Professor-1, Reader-1, Lecturer-2 (UR-1, ST-1)
4. Assistant Librarian: 01 post
Details of qualification will be available along with the application form obtainable on payment of Rs.500 (Rs.250/- for SC/ST) by a Bank DD in favour of Registrar, Bastar Vishwavidyalya (University) Jagdalpur CG with self addressed envelope (11x5 inches) affixing postal stamp of Rs.10/- with a request letter for supply of blank application form and other details (write on the cover of envelope the name of post for which application form is wanted/ submitted)
Pay Scale: Professor- Rs.16400-22400, Reader - Rs.12000-18300, Lecturer - Rs.8000-13500, Assistant Librarian – Rs.8000-13500. Last date of receipt of applications is 01/07/2009.
Shipping Corporation Trianee Marine Engineer 2010 Entry
The Shipping Corporation Of India Ltd. invites applicaitons from Unmarried Male and Female Grdaute Engineer for Recruitment as TRAINEE MARINE ENGINEER
Last date of receipt of application is 29/06/2009
Qualification: Graduate in Mechanical Engineering / Naval architecture from any Engineering college recognized by AICTE . Must have secured minimum 50% marks in Final year Engineering and at least 50% marks in English Language at 10th standard or 10+2 level.
Age not exceeding 25 years as on 01/01/2010. Age relaxation of five years for SC /ST candidates will be given as per Govt. Two years age relaxation will be given to women candidates. (Age limit is now increased to 28 years)
Application Fee: A Demands draft of Rs. 1000/- for General / OBC Category and Rs. 500/- for SC / ST Category drawn on a Mumbai branch of any Nationalized Bank, crossed ‘A/c payee only’ and payable to “The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd”. Applicant must write his name in CAPITALS on the reverse of the Demand Draft
All India written examination: 2nd August 2009
How to Apply: Duly completed Application Form along with Demand Draft should be sent in sealed envelope super scribed as “Application for Trainee Marine Engineer for ____________ center” to The Sr. Vice President (fleet personal), The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd, “Shipping House”, 245, Madam Cama Road, Mumbai-400021 to reach not later than 29/06/2009. For further details and application format, please view http://www.shipindia.com/newsite/downloads/tme2010advt.doc
Jr. Engineer vacancy in Jaipur Discom
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacancies of Junior Engineer.
* Junior Engineer- I: 123 posts (Electrical-116, Civil-5, IT-2), Qualification: Graduation with 60% or AMIE with 55% marks in aggregate in Electrical Engineering/ Civil Engineering or in IT. Relaxation in % as per rules., Age: 21 - 35 years as on 25/06/2009. Relaxation in age as per Govt. orders. Pay: Will be on probation for 2 years and get Rs.10000/- PM and after successful completion, will be posted in regular pay scale Rs.9300-34800/- Grade Pay Rs.3200/-
Application Fee: DD/ Pay Order/ Bankers Check of Rs.1000/- (Rs.750/- for OBC and Rs.500/- for SC/ST/PH) in favour of Accounts Officer (Cash), JVVNL, Jaipur payable at Jaipur.
How to Apply: Application in the prescribed format should reach Secretary (Administration), JVVNL, Vidyut Bhawan, Janpath, Jyoti Nagar, Jaipur-302005 (Rajasthan) on or before 30/06/2009. Please view http://www.jaipurdiscom.in/orders/personnel/jen_vac.pdf for detailed information and application format.
Recruitment of Research Personnel in BHEL for R&D
BHEL is looking for bright candidates with Doctoral qualifications in Engineering and Science with Aptitude for Research for the 16 positions of Sr. Engineer/ Dy. Manager / Scientific Officer/ Sr. Scientific Officer/ Engineer/ Sr. Engineer in Corporate Research & Development division situated at Hyderabad, Amorphous Silicon Solar Cell Plant (ASSCP) situated at Gwalapahari, Gurgaon, Heavy Electrical Plant situated at Bhopal in the areas of:
* Areas:
o Modelling & Simulation of Gas-Solid Flow Systems for Clean Coal Technology
o Nano Materials & Nano Technology
o Fuel Cell (PEM/SOFC)
o Micro Electronics/Thin Film Technology
o Cryogenic System Design for Superconducting Machines
o Advanced Materials for Super-critical Boilers & Turbines and Nuclear Power Plant Equipment
o Aero-Acoustics of Power Plant Applications
o Transient/Nucleating Flow Analysis/ Cavitations Flow Simulation
o Thermal Turbo machine
o Insulation Chemistry
o High Voltage Engineering
o Partial Discharge (High Voltage)
o Hydraulic Designing of Turbines & Pumps
* Qualification: Candidates should possess Ph D in relevant area of specialization, as a full time student of a recognized Institute/University, from India or abroad. 2. Area of Specialisation / working experience should be supported by Published works. Candidates with no Ph.D can also apply for Sr. Engineer.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send the filled-in application in the prescribed format along with attested copies of qualifications and experience, indicating "the Name of the post applied for & the Post code" on top of the cover/ envelope to the Manager (HR/Recruitment), BHEL Corporate R&D, Vikasnagar, Hyderabad - 500093, Andhra Pradesh latest by 30/06/2009.
* Last Date of application submitting is 30/06/2009
* Detailed Advt. available at http://www.bhel.com/pdf/Advt_PhD%20holders.pdf
* Application form available at http://www.bhel.com/pdf/PHD_APPLICATION%20FORM.pdf
Faculty Jobs in Delhi University
A number of faculty positions, at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor are available in the postgraduate departments of Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Social Work, East Asian Studies, African Studies, and Adult Continuing Education & Extension in University of Delhi (DU).
1. Professor: 28 posts
2. Associate Professor: 43 posts
3. Assistant Professor: 47 posts
Pay Scales:
1. Professor: Rs. 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP Rs. 10000
2. Associate Professor: Rs. 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP Rs. 9000
3. Assistant Professor: Rs. 15600-39100 (PB-3) AGP Rs. 6000
How to Apply: Candidates must possess the qualifications as prescribed by the UGC for the respective posts. All the above posts carry UGC pay scales plus admissible allowances. For further information in this regard, please contact Estab.IV Section, Room No. 205, New Administrative Block, University of Delhi, Delhi-110007 (Phone No.011-27662021, e-mail: estabiv@admin.du.ac.in) on any working day. Completed applications in the prescribed format . The last date for submission of application to the Registrar, University of Delhi is 29/06/2009.
Please view detailed advertisement at http://www.du.ac.in/forms/advt-211-socsc.pdf and qualification details at http://www.du.ac.in/forms/advt-211-socsc-annx1.pdf and at http://www.du.ac.in/forms/advt-211-science-annxd.pdf and application format is available at http://www.du.ac.in/forms/form-teaching-eng.pdf
Job vacancy in IREDA
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) invites applications from result oriented and competent professionals for filling up the vacant posts in the following disciplines, on regular basis:
1. Assistant General Manager (Tech.): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.17500-22300
2. Senior Manager (MIS): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.15000-19500
3. Assistant Manager (TS): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.10750-16750
4. Technical Officer: 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs. 8600-250-14600
5. Assistant General Manager (F&A): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.17500-22300
6. Assistant Accounts Officer: 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs. 6550-11350
7. Manager (CA & CS): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.14500-18700
8. Assistant Executive Secretary: 02 posts, Pay Scale: Rs.6550-11350
9. Receptionist cum Telephone Operator Gr.-I: 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.5100-7800
10. Office Secretary (Hindi Steno): 01 post, Pay Scale: Rs.4900-7400
11. Assistant General Manager (Tech.) (Special Recruitment): 01 post (SC), Pay Scale: Rs.17500-22300
12. Senior Officer Secretary: 01 post (ST), Pay Scale: Rs.5100-7800
13. General Manager (HR): 01 post (SC), Pay Scale: Rs.20500-26500
How to Apply: Apply online. After registering, the applicants shall take a print-out of the application and send the same along with recent passport size photograph affixed on the right hand corner of the application and attested copies certificate and with a Demand Draft for Rs.300/- as applications fee {SC/ST/PH are exempted} in favour of INDIAN RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY LIMITED payable at New Delhi. The envelop superscribing the name of post and level code on the top of envelope should reach to IREDA within 30 days at the following address:
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited
(A Govt. Of India Enterprise)
Corporate Office: August Kranti Bhawan, 3rd Floor, Bhikaiji Cama Palace, NEW DELHI-110066
Please visit http://www.ireda.in/Job%20Opportunities%20in%20IREDA.mht for more information and link to apply online.
House Surgeon vacancy in BDSPGIMS Rohtak
Pt. B.D. Sharma Post Graduate Instittue of Medical Sciences, Rohtak invites application from eligible medical gradautes to fill up 87 vacant posts of Senior/Junior House Surgeon carrying the emoluments of Rs.8700/- + DP + DA per month as admissible under Haryana Govt. instructions for a period of six months only i.e. for the session from 1/7/09 to 31/12/2009 in various departments. The prospective candidates should apply on the prescribed proforma obtainable fom the counter of the office of the Medical Superintedent or by sending a self-addressed envelope (size 23 cms x 10 cms) with stamps affixed thereon worth Rs.28/-.
Application duly completed in all respects, must reach the office of the Medical Superintendent by 22/06/2009. All the candidates are required to appear for interview in the office of Medical Superintendent on 29/06/09 at 10.00 am sharp. At the time of interview the original documents shall have to be produced.
Qualification: Must have passed MBBS (ii) Permanent registration certification from the MCI or State Medical Council with in one month of the date of joining. Internship must have been completed by 30/06/09.
Faculty jobs in SGPGI Lucknow
Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Raebareli Road, Lucknow - 226014 (UP), India invites applications on prescribed format for following faculty vacancy:
* Assistant Professor: 09 posts (Gastroenterology (Medical)-1, Nephrology-1, Anaesthesiology-1, Urology-1, Radio-diagnosis-1, Immunology-1, Transfusion Medicine-1, Medical Genetics-1, Neurosurgery (Neuro otology)-1)
How to Apply: Candidate should send the application and a Bank DD of Rs.1000/- and $100 in case of outside candidates in favour of Director, SGPGIMS Lucknow Academic Account payable at the SBI SGPGIMS Branch Lucknow (code no. 7789). Application should be addressed to the Director, Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate institute of Medical Scinces, Lucknow (UP) and should be sent by registered/speed post only. Last date is 30/06/2009 for within India and 10/07/09 for candidates from outside India. Detailed advertisement can be viewed at http://www.sgpgi.ac.in/
Vidhi Rachnakar Recruitment Competitive Examination-2009
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) invites application on OMR Application Forms for Vidhi Rachnakar in Law Department of Rajasthan.
* Vidhi Rachnakar: 05 posts, Pay Scale : Rs.9300-34800, Qualification : Bachelar of Law (2 years course under the old scheme and three years course under the new scheme or a Bachelar of Law (Professional) of a University established by Law in India. (2.) Must have had English and Hindi as the subjects (atleast one of them being optional) in the B.A. examination. (3.) Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagri script and knowledge of Rajasthani Culture, Age : Min 21 year and Max. 35 years as on 01/01/2010. Relaxation as per rules.
How to Apply: OMR Application forms can be collected from the office of all the District Employment Officer in all district headquarters of Divisional Headquarters. Last date is 03/07/2009. For complete information please view http://rpsc.gov.in/ADVT.1.09-10-Vidhi_Rachnakar-1505.pdf
Junior Intelligence Officer vacancy in Intelligence Bureau (IB)
Applications are invited from eligible Indian Citizens for the post of Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/ Motor Transport, Group 'C' non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial in the Intelligene Bureau (IB) (MHA), Government of India. The selected candidates will be required to drive any kind of motor vehicle and will also be responsible for its upkeep.
* Junior Intelligence Officer: 140 posts (UR-71,OBC-38,SC-13,ST-18), Pay Band: PB-1 Rs.5200-20200 Grade Pay Rs.2400, Qualification: Candidates must be Matriculation passed ot equivalent (ii) Possession of valid driving license for motor cars. (iii) Knowledge of motor mechanism (iv) Experience for driving a motor car for at least 3 years., Age: Not more than 32 years. Age relaxation to 5 years to SC/ST, 3 years to OBC candidates.
Closing Date: The last date of submitting application is 22/06/09.
Selection Process: Candidate will be called for a test of motor mechanism and driving test followed by an interview at selected places to be decided by the Bureau.
How to Apply: Application forms filled up either in English or Hindi only on a plain white paper of size 21 1/2 x 33 cms in the prescribed format should be sent through ordinary posts only at the designated addresses upto last date. The envelope containing the application must be superscribed in bold letters as "Application to the post of JIO-II/MT in IB". Please view Employment News dated 23-29 May 2009 for details and application format.
Foreign Vacancies
Engineers Syndicate Dubai Wireline Supervisors required for Oman
Urgent requirements for a company providing wireline units for oil and gas exploration purposes. These units are fully equipped to provide services like memory production logging tools, data acquisition and zone changing. Wireline comes as a 0.108" standard size and can be changed to any other standard size to meet the requirements of downhole conditions.
Position: Wire line Supervisor
Work Location: Oman
Rotational Cycle: 35/35
Job Duration: Long Time (Direct Hire)
Qualification & Experience:
Assist in the drafting and implementation of the company HSE program, and ensure that the program is being carried out.
Plan Wireline work with regard to resources, operational requirements and HSE matters.
Generate Wireline programs.
Ensure Wireline job reports are true and accurate and maintain up to date records.
Continuously monitor, review and improve work practices, Company/Client procedures and HSE awareness.
Liaise with client representatives on a daily basis and keep the relevant parties informed of current and upcoming work status.
Continuously develop and implement on the job training and highlight perceived training requirements.
Ensure new equipment and work methods are understood and executed in the correct manner.
Attend company formal skills training on location or at the capital area.
Maintain good working relations and discipline amongst all staff for which responsibility is defined.
Carry out and maintain inventory reports/ HSE audits/ inspections.
Chair and set agenda for monthly or more frequently based HSE meetings.
Assist with coastal operations as requested.
Initiate and participate in Emergency drills.
Ensure compliance with the operational/ HSE requirements of secondary contractors when engaged on locations where custodianship is temporarily in the hands of the secondary contractor.
Liaise with Catering management to oversee and maintain all applicable HSE items involving the accommodation and messing facilities.
Enrolment & full participation into the Wireline Training & progression Program
Suitable Candidates can send their resume to:
Attn : Mr. Mohammed Nahid Ansari
Email : n.ansari@uroojcaree r.com
Tel : 0091-9869786529
Engineers Syndicate Dubai Vacancy for the position of Sr. Manager- HR in Sharjah
Position: Senior Manager- HR
Location: Sharjah
Qualification: MBA with specialization in Human Resources
Experience: Total of 10 years of qualitative overall HR management experience with qualifications such as degree or diploma in HR. Experience of working in a multicultural environment with an ability to adapt and learn from diverse cultures. Performance Management Process all modules such as target setting, monitoring, evaluation, round tables, feedback and implementation. Basic knowledge in UAE Labor Law. Excellent recruiting knowledge. Perfectly English in written and spoken. Leadership skills and ability to lead a small HR team and also coordinate with employees at senior management levels
Presentation skills. Personnel administration.
Salary up to Dhs 20,000/- Gross
Job requirements:
Make sure that HR processes are in alignment with the overall HR policies and processes
Communication of relevant HR policies and procedures to managers and employees in order to ensure conformity to guidelines and policies
Implement and conduct the Performance Management Process (PMP)
Advise managers in the application of performance feedback
Consultant on Round Table process as well as moderator for the Round Table process
Facilitate and consultation to management on succession planning
Counsel managers and employees in their personal and interpersonal situations in order to retain top talent
Provide an objective way to assess performance as a basis for rewards and also provide an environment which is conductive to growth and development for key players
Support management in translating and aligning results of the PMP into compensation and benefits ensuring fair system of appraisal and rewards based on their performance and company guidelines
Formulate job descriptions for new positions in partnership with line managers, initial screening and interviewing, reference checking of candidates to fill up vacancies
Work with the HR team in inculcating a culture wherein employees believe in knowledge enhancement transfer of knowledge and their own self development with HR as a facilitator in the process
Please send only relevant resumes to mak@dmcdubai.com
Teaching Vacancies at King Abdulaziz University Jeddah Saudi Arabia
Position: Assistant Prof/Associate Prof/Professor
Salary: $20,000 to less than $40,000
Institution: King Abdul Aziz University
Location: Saudi Arabia
Application deadline: 25/6/2009
King Abdulaziz University Jeddah Saudi Arabia invites applications in the following field:
Radiation Protection
Radio Chemistry
Computer Science (Programmer not for teaching purpose)
Candidates Holding Master's and PHD degrees with relevant experience can apply. Competitive tax free salaries (depending on qualifications and experience) are offered, plus housing and furniture allowances, and annual airline tickets for the Employee and three of his dependents, plus 60 days annual summer leave.
Candidates can send application on wahmed@kau.edu.sa
Please mention in the subject of the email for the field you are applying. Fax: +966-2-6952471.
Engineers Syndicate Dubai Vacancy of Network Engineer & Sales Engineer for IT security products
This requirement is for a company based in Internet city.
Position:
Package Tech Engineer; Salary: 11-12K
Sales Engineer; Salary: 7-8K
Interested candidates can fush their relavent CVs to:
Mohammad Ashraf Azaz
Senior Executive Sales
Business Automation & Security Systems (BASS)
Dubai, UAE
Mob#97150-3554249
Tel#9714-3365547
Fax#9714-3365542
Engineers Syndicate Dubai Urgent Vacancy for Engineers
We have immediate openings for the following positions:
Mechanical Engineer - Two positions - 1 with Sales & 1 with MEP projects experience
Electrical Engineer - Two positions - 1 with Sales & 1 with Projects experience
Plumbers - Two positions - with Gulf experience
Please forward the relevant CVs to noorahmedms@rediffmail.com
Engineers Syndicate Dubai Job Opportunities in Gulf and Africa
Requirement for MEP Contracting Companies in Qatar:
Project Director (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QPD-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with over 25 yrs experience, out of which minimum 10 yrs in Gulf as Senior Project Manager or Project Director and handling several large MEP projects independently of over 150 million AED/QR each. Salary offered is 25K to 30K QR + Annual Benefits.
Senior Project Manager (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QSRPM-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 20 to 25 yrs experience, out of which minimum 8 yrs in Gulf as Project Manager and handling large MEP project independently of over 150 million AED/QR. Salary offered is 20K to 25K QR + Annual Benefits.
Project Manager (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QPM-DIIC-MEP)
Mech or Elect Engineer with 15 to 20 yrs experience, out of which minimum 5 yrs in Gulf as Project Manager and handling the MEP project independently. Salary offered is 15K to 18K QR + Annual Benefits.
Project Engineers (HVAC/Plumbing/Electricals)
(Position Code-QPE-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 8 to 10 yrs experience, out of which minimum 3 yrs in Gulf as Project/Site Engineer and handling the MEP project in any one or more field of HVAC/Plumbing/Electricals. Salary offered is 8K to 12K QR + Annual Benefits.
Planning Engineer (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QPln-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with minimum 5 years experience as planning Engineer using Primavera for MEP projects in Gulf. Salary offered is 8K to 10K QR+Annual Benefits.
Quantity Surveyor (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QQS-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with minimum 5 years experience as Quantity Surveyor in MEP Companies. Salary offered is 10K to 13K QR+Annual Benefits.
QA/QC Manager (MEP Background)
(Position Code-QQCM-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 15 yrs QA/QC experience, out of which minimum 5 yrs in Gulf. Salary offered is 15K to 18K QR + Annual Benefits.
QA/QC Engineers (HVAC/Plumbing/Electricals)
(Position Code-QQCE-DIIC-MEP)
Mech or Elect Engineer with min. 8 yrs QA/QC experience, out of which minimum 3 yrs in Gulf. Salary offered is 8K to 10K QR + Annual Benefits.
MEP Draughtsmen (HVAC/Plumbing/Electricals)
(Position Code-QDM-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Draughtsmen with minimum 8 years experience as autocad draughtsman on any MEP projects in Gulf. Salary offered is 4K to 8K QR+Annual Benefits.
Procurement Manager (MEP Contracting co. Background)
(Position Code-QProc-M-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 15 yrs Procurement experience, out of which minimum 5 yrs in Gulf as purchase/procurement manager for Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and fire fighting items. Salary offered is 14K to 16K QR + Annual Benefits.
Procurement Engineer (MEP Contracting co. Background)
(Position Code-QProc-En-DIIC-MEP)
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with 6 to 8 yrs Procurement experience, out of which minimum 2 to 3 yrs in Gulf as purchase/procurement Engineer/Officer for Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and fire fighting items. Salary offered is 7K to 8K QR + Annual Benefits.
Store Officer and Store Keeper (MEP Contracting co. Background)
(Position Code-QSK/QSO-DIIC-MEP)
Any graduate and computer literate with 6 to 8 yrs stores/materials experience, out of which minimum 2 to 3 yrs in Gulf as Store Officer /Store Keeper MEP Contracting Companies. Salary offered is 3k to 5K for store keeper and 7K to 8K QR for store officer+ Annual Benefits.
Document Controller (MEP Contracting co. Background)
(Position Code-QDC-DIIC-MEP)
Any graduate and computer literate with 6 to 8 yrs experience as document controller in any MEP contracting companies, out of which minimum 2 to 3 yrs in Gulf. Salary offered is 4k to 5K+ Annual Benefits.
We have following requirements for our client, who are Group of Companies involved in constructions of Buildings, Roads and Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia:
Microtunnelling Operator (Indian Preferred)
(Position Code-Pur M-DIIC-KSA)
Graduate in any discipline with minimum 5 years experience as operator for microtunnelling machine in the Gulf. Salary range-6500 to 7500 SAR+3 months salary as accommodation allowance+ Transport+ Annual benefits.
We have following requirements for our Client, who are Trading Company for Engineering Products based in UAE:
Procurement and Logistic Manager
(Position Code-Proc+Logistic Mgr-Trading-DIIC-UAE)
Any Engineering Graduate with 15 to 18 yrs experience as Sales or Purchase experience for engineering products. Preference will be given to the person having oil and gas field experience in procurement with negotiation skills and administrative skills. Any Contracting or Trading Company, experience will have edge over others. Salary offered is 15K to 18K AED+Annual Benefits.
Accountant
(Position Code-Acct-DIIC-UAE)
Commerce Graduate with 6 to 8 yrs experience as Accountant in any contracting or Trading Company, out of which minimum 2 yrs in Gulf. Salary offered is 5K to 7K AED+Annual Benefits.
We have following requirements for our Client, Executing EPC Contract of Oil and Gas in Nigeria:
Maintenance Technicians for Pipe Coating plant
(Position Code-Pipe-coating- Manint Tech-DIIC-Nigeria)
Positions required are-Automobile Technicians(Mechanical), Auto Electricians, Static and Rotary machine technicians, Generator –Technicians, Earthoving equipment technicians(Shovel, Dozer, Excavators,JCB etc of Caterpillar make
Design Engineers
(Position Code-DSE-O-n-G-DIIC-Nigeria)
Positions are Piping Design Engineers, Pipe Line Design Engineers, Process Design Engineers,Mechanical Design Engineers, Electrical Design Engineers, Electronics Design Engineers, Structural Design Engineers.Must have experience in Oil and Gas Projects.
Fabrication General Manager/ Fabrication Managers/Fabrications Engineers
(Position Code-GM/Manager/Engineer-Fabn-O-n-G-DIIC-Nigeria)
Positions: General Manager(Fabrication), Manager-Fabrication, Engineers-Fabrication.
Must have experience in fabrication of sub-sea Pipeline, Structures for Jackets, Topsides and platforms for offshore Oil and Gas Projects.
Project Planning Engineers
(Position Code-Plng-Engineer-O-n-G-DIIC-Nigeria)
Graduate Engineer in any field with good skills of planning of the projects using Primavera project Planner. Must have experience in planning of EPC Contracts involving sub-sea Pipeline, offshore Structures for Jackets, Topsides and different kind of Platforms for Oil and Gas Projects. He should be able to do resource loading, making s-curve, weekly,monthly progress reports,fortnightly look ahead programme etc.
For above openings in Nigeria, Good salary in USD offered +Free food +Free bachelor accommodation+ 1 month paid leave at every 5 months for on shore and every 3 months for personnel working on off shore with return ticket to home country.
All applicants must have good English communication skills. Interview to be conducted in Dubai.
How To Apply:
Candidates can email thier CVs to zaman@altaiyaba.com
M.K.Zaman
Managing Director,
Al Taiyaba Management Consultancy, UAE
Postion code must be mentioned in the subject of the email.Application without Position Code will not be considered.
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