International Staff Week
The NUST International Staff Training Week is a premier event designed to foster professional growth and international collaboration. Scheduled from 04 – 08 November 2024, this week-long programme offers a unique platform for academic and administrative staff to exchange knowledge, share best practices and build lasting relations. Our training week will challenge you to leave your comfort zone,and will broaden your understanding of and skills in intercultural competence, diversity and inclusivity.
Participants can expect:
- Interactive workshops and insightful presentations on intercultural communication.
- Presentations on Culture, Social Practice and Leadership, best practices to including cultural diversity and inclusivity in academic curricula.
- Cultural excursions showcasing the rich heritage of Namibia.
- Networking events to foster international partnerships and collaborations.
This event is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills, broaden your perspectives, and contribute to the global academic community.
Structure of the International Staff Week
The International Staff Training Week is designed to maximise learning, interaction and networking. The programme includes:
- Workshops: Interactive sessions covering various aspects of intercultural competence.
- Seminars: In-depth presentations and discussions on the intercultural communication, and the impact of culture and social norms on leadership.
- Networking Events: Social gathering and collaborative session for foster international connections and partnerships.
- Cultural Activities: Guided tours and cultural events to explore Namibia’s unique heritage and natural beauty.
- Independent Track: Tailored meeting(s) with counterpart department / unit.
The structured yet flexible programme ensures that participants gain both professional knowledge and cultural enrichment.
Participation Costs
The participation fee for the International Staff Training Week is €200.00 (Two Hundred Euros). This fee includes:
- Access to all workshops, seminars and networking events.
- Certificate of Attendance
- A Welcome Kit
- All coffee breaks
- Lunch on 3 of the 5 days
- Welcome Reception
- Sundowner & Farewell Dinner
- Tour of Windhoek City & Township
Please note that accommodation and travel expenses, and two cultural excursions are not included in the participation fee. This activity is eligible for Erasmus+ funding. Therefore, If your institution has an Erasmus+ KA171 Inter Institutional Agreement for Student and Staff mobility with NUST, we would encourage use of such funding.
Registration and Requirements
To register for the NUST International Staff Training Week 2024, please complete the Online Registration by no later than 12pm (noon) on Sunday, 01 September 2024. Early registration is essential as spaces are limited.
Requirement for participation:
- The International Staff Training Week is open all junior and senior academic or administrative staff members of our partner and prospective partner universities.
- There is no maximum limit on the number of participants we can receive from each university. However, due to limited spaces available we may cap the number of participants per university to ensure broader representation.
- Attendance for the full programme is required.
- Upon successful completion of the online registration, participants will be required to make an upfront Registration Fee payment of €200.00 (TWO HUNDRED EUROS) to confirm participation in the International Staff Week.
Upon successful registration, you will receive a confirmation email with further details and instructions.
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact the event coordinator, Nico Smit at nasmit@nust.na or via WhatsApp on +264 81 578 0633.
We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring and impactful week at NUST.
