RDC Research Centre of Regional Development and Management

Become an associate

The Centre welcomes senior consultants who share its professional standards and would like to work with its experts on assignments across Kazakhstan, Central Asia and neighbouring regions. Associate status is free of charge.

Who can apply

  • At least 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in your specialist field.
  • Proven international advisory experience, including at least 3 assignments funded by international financial institutions or development partners, such as technical assistance projects and feasibility or policy studies.
  • Proven skills in analysis, report writing and presentation.
  • Senior or executive experience in a multicultural environment is an advantage.
  • A commitment to professional integrity, confidentiality and the avoidance of conflicts of interest.

What associate status offers

  • Opportunities to join the Centre's experts in proposals and teams for assignments funded by international financial institutions, development partners and governments, where a suitable assignment arises.
  • Exchange of knowledge and market insight with experienced practitioners in transport, infrastructure, public policy, finance and law.
  • Invitations to the Centre's expert discussions, and information on relevant conferences and round tables.

How it works

  1. Send the form below with your CV, your LinkedIn profile, or both.
  2. The Council of the Centre reviews each application against the criteria and may ask for references or a short call.
  3. We aim to reply to every applicant by email.

Associate status is an affiliation with the Centre's network of experts. It is not membership under the charter and carries no rights or obligations in the Centre's governance.

Application

Please attach your CV, give your LinkedIn profile, or both.