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GREEN JOBS AVAILABLE GALLON ENVIRONMENT LETTER 506 Victoria Ave., Montreal, Quebec H3Y 2R5 Ph. (514) 369- 0230, fax (514) 369 -3282, Email [EMAIL PROTECTED], Vol. 3, No. 7, May 26, 2000 *********************************************************************
CANADA CANADA CANADA CANADA ********************************************************************* ECOTRUST CANADA WISHES TO HIRE A VICE
PRESIDENT
IN VANCOUVER, B.C. Ecotrust Canada seeks to hire a Vice-President, to be located in
Vancouver, British Columbia. Ecotrust Canada is an innovative non-profit conservation and development organization promoting the emergence of a conservation economy in the coastal temperate rain forest region of British Columbia, Canada. Ecotrust Canada works in conjunction with Ecotrust and Shorebank Enterprise Pacific to build community capacity and economic diversity in First Nations and non-native communities along the B.C. coast. The Vice-President is a senior staff person at Ecotrust Canada, responsible for the day- to-day leadership and management of the organization, for supervising staff and assuring that the Board's approved policies, annual plans and fund raising objectives are implemented. The Vice-President reports to the President. Works with the chair, president, advisory committees and staff to develop long range and annual plans, policies and budgets. Provides the leadership and organizational management necessary to assure the implementation of organizational policies, plans and budgets. Aids fundraising, maintains the organization in healthy financial condition, and assures prudent management of the organization's financial resources. Hires and supervises program directors and support staff. Develops and supervises implementation of place-based programs. Maintains the highest level of moral and ethical standards, organizational values and purposes, and performance. Works with the President to develop the Board and Council of Advisors. assure integration, cooperation and coordination of work between Ecotrust Canada and its affiliates, Ecotrust, Shorebank Enterprise Pacific and ShoreBank Pacific. represent the organization to donors, Ecotrust/Ecotrust Canada Council, the public and colleagues in other conservation, economic and community organizations, governments and businesses. The successful candidate will demonstrated senior management
experience in a mission-based organization. Able to communicate effectively in person and in writing to diverse constituents. Experience in non-profit fundraising. Demonstrated commitment to conservation and community development. Excellent interpersonal skills, team worker, good listener, able to delegate, develop staff - an energetic leader. Willingness to travel 20-30 per cent of the time. Commitment to creating racial and gender diversity with the organization. A competitive salary and benefit package is offered. Applications and requests for additional information should be directed to Ian C.Gill, President, Ecotrust Canada, 202-1226 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2S8, ph. (604) 682-4141, email [EMAIL PROTECTED], E cotrust Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Marie-Claire Seebohm, Office Manager, #202-1226 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S8, ph. (604) 682-4141, fax (604) 682-1944, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the website at http://www.ecotrustcan.org ***********************************************************
ICLEI SEEKING A SECRETARY GENERAL FOR
ITS
TORONTO HEADQUARTERS The International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives
(ICLEI) wishes to hire a Secretary General. This person will join a maturing, successful international agency as its chief executive officer and primary global representative. The SG will lead ICLEI in expanding it's international membership and presence, developing and funding additional programming, and continuing to build a strong global management team. The Secretary General will report to the ICLEI Executive Committee, which consists of 21 local government representatives elected by the ICLEI Council for two or three-year terms. The Executive Committee sets policy and approves annual budgets and work plans. The ICLEI Charter defines the Secretary General as the "third body" of the organization and provides for a strong CEO mandate and authority. ICLEI is an international association of local governments dedicated to the prevention and solution of local, regional, and global environmental problems through local action. Over 300 cities, towns, counties, and their associations from around the world, are Members of the Council. ICLEI was launched in 1990 as the international environmental agency for local governments under the sponsorship of the United Nations Environment Programme, the International Union of Local Authorities (IULA), and the Center for Innovative Diplomacy. ICLEI presently operates offices in eight countries with 80+ staff and an annual budget of US$7 million. The strongest candidates will have successful senior or executive management experience in an international non-profit development agency; a strong understanding of local government policy-making on infrastructure planning, air quality, water systems, waste management, transportation and energy; successful experience with local capacity building; and strong diplomatic, public speaking and fundraising abilities. The Secretary General will work from ICLEI's World Secretariat, which is hosted by the City of Toronto, Canada. and should expect 25% to 50% international travel. The salary will be not less than CN$100,000. Benefits include full medical, disability and life insurance for the SG and his/her dependents; four to six weeks of annual vacation, ten days of annual lieu time and a pre-tax pension contribution. Please send your inquiries, or MS Word resume/CV, to [EMAIL PROTECTED]. See ICLEI's website at http://www.iclei.org/ *********************************************************************
ONTARIO AIR SEEKS A CAMPAIGN
ADMINISTRATOR
TO WORK IN TORONTO The OntAIRio Campaign is looking for the right person for the
full-time intern position as Campaign Administrator, based in Toronto, Ontario. The Campaign Administrator duties will include administrative support, proposal and report writing, overseeing website content and troubleshooting computer problems, and providing information for colleagues and media, as well as any other duties assigned by the Director. The Assistant will be required to attend meetings where some travel in Canada and the United States may be necessary. There will be opportunities to participate in workshops and conferences. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and have Computer skills: MS Word, Corel, WordPerfect, Excel, Eudora mail, have strong communication, time management and organizational skills, and have networking skills. The applicant must be a post-secondary graduate under 30 years of age. The OntAIRio Campaign is a clean air coalition focussing on transboundary air pollution. Specifically, the Campaign encourages the U.S. and Canadian governments to reduce nitrogen oxides (smog precursor) and mercury (persistent neurotoxin) from coal-fired power plants. The coalition consists of the Sierra Club of Canada, the Toronto Environmental Alliance and the David Suzuki Foundation. Deadline for application is May 31, 2000. If you're interested, send your resume, by to Vijanti Ramlogan Murphy at 517 College Street, Suite 237, Toronto, Ontario M6G 4A2, Ph. (416) 960-9202 Fax (416) 960-0020, email [EMAIL PROTECTED], Website: <http://www.ontairio.org/> ****************************************************************
MARBEK SEEKS SENIOR AND INTERMEDIATE
CONSULTANTS
IN OTTAWA Marbek Resource Consultants is a leading Ottawa-based consulting firm,
specializing in energy efficiency and environmental policy/programming. Its domestic practice serves clients in all parts of Canada. Our international practice includes projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Carribean. Marbek is currently recruiting for the consultant positions listed below. Candidates must be highly motivated, exhibit strong conceptual and analytical skills, and have a desire to work as a member of a team committed to excellence. Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills are essential. Successful candidates must be fluent in English. Knowledge of French or Spanish is an asset. Marbek is also seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer (P. Eng.
preferred).
Candidates must have knowledge and experience in: mechanical and electrical systems, analysis of energy use in buildings and/or industrial facilities, statistical analysis techniques, energy simulation modeling (e.g. DOE2), and spreadsheet and word processing applications. Responsibilities will include facility energy simulation, technology assessment, spreadsheet modeling, and economic and financial analysis. The selected candidate will perform primary and secondary research, and undertake report and proposal preparation. A minimum of 5 years experience in a relevant field is required. This is a permanent, full time position, subject to an initial 6- month probationary period. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Marbek is also seeking an intermediate to senior consultant who will
contribute expertise and leadership to the company's environmental consulting assignments. Primary responsibilities will include: research and analysis; development of policy, program, and technical advice/ recommendations; and preparation of project deliverables (reports, presentations, etc.). It is also expected that the consultant will participate in the marketing and business development activities of the firm, and undertake the overall management of projects. The successful candidate will have a degree in a relevant discipline (environmental science, environmental engineering, etc.), and a minimum 8 years work experience in a relevant field. The candidate will have general knowledge of environmental issues, and specific technical expertise in at least one environmental issue area. Experience relating to climate change and air pollution is an asset. In addition to the above positions, over the coming months Marbek
will be exploring opportunities to build formal relationships with professionals at the most senior level in our core areas of practice energy management, environmental policy and programming, and international development in the energy and environmental fields. Marbek would welcome expressions of interest from public and private sector executives with a desire to work in the consulting field, and from other senior professionals. Deadline for application is June 7, 2000. Please contact us at the address listed below. Send resumés to Office Manager, Marbek Resource Consultants, #500 - 1355 Bank St., Ottawa, Ontario K1H 8K7 or by email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the website at http://www.marbek.ca **********************************************************************
GREENPEACE CANADA SEEKS NATIONAL
CAMPAIGN
DIRECTOR, TORONTO Greenpeace Canada, with headquarters in Toronto is seeking
a seasoned Campaign Director to provide expert leadership in the development and implementation of leading edge, comprehensive and creative, campaign strategies. S/he will have oversight of all campaign/programmatic functions and manage the Campaign Department. The Campaign Director reports to the Executive Director and is located in the Toronto office of Greenpeace Canada. The Campaign Director will manage, coordinate and provide leadership in all areas of Greenpeace Canada's campaign strategies. He/she will act as watchdog on current issues relevant to campaign strategies and manage, motivate, and facilitate the work of campaign staff engaged in specialized campaign program areas e.g. genetically modified organisms, forests, climate change and nuclear disarmament. The successful candidate will have knowledge of the overall mandate, goals and intent of Greenpeace (including organizational structure, policies, guidelines, programs and project activities). The position requires fine motor skills to operate computer equipment and electronic equipment such as walkie- talkies and radio scanners. Position may be required to climb ladders in and out of zodiacs while encumbered with equipment, to hike into remote areas and use specialized climbing equipment. Deadline for application is June 15, 2000. Please send your resume along with a cover letter to Wendy Wright, Human Resources Coordinator, 250 Dundas Street West, Suite 605, Toronto, Ontario M5T 2Z5, or fax to 416-597-8422. See Greenpeace website at http://www.greenpeacecanada.org/e/home.html ***************************************************************
NOVA SCOTIA PIRG WANTS TWO RESEARCH
WRITERS
The Nova Scotia Public Interest Research Group (NPIRG)
is hiring two researcher/writers for the summer. They will Update, re-write and layout the Single Mother's Survival Guide, an NSPIRG publication written for single mothers facing economic and political obstacles in Nova Scotia. The researcher would be responsible for researching information for all the existing chapters of the guide as well as creating new chapters, updating the guide and putting together a revised publication to be printed in the fall of 2000. There will also be some regular office hours/duties expected. NPIRG is a student funded and directed non-profit, non-partisan, and non-governmental organization that focuses on environmental and social justice issues. Its working groups are Eco-Action, Economic Justice, Humans Against Homophobia (HAH!), Animal Liberation Collective, Womyn's Health Collective, Peace Action Group and Cinema PIRGatory. The successful candidate must possess a minimum of one year post-secondary education; demonstrated interest in environmental and social justice issues; have excellent writing skills; have good interpersonal and communication skills; and must be self- motivated, have good organizational skills and the ability to work well independently. The person should have knowledge of how to use Quark X-Press or PageMaker. You must have attended university/college/trade school full-time during the 99/2000 school year and be returning to full- time study in the fall. You must have been a resident of Nova Scotia for the past six months. Salary is $8.00/hour 30 hours per week, for 12 weeks, plus 4% vacation pay. Position start date is June 12, 2000 Position end date is September 1, 2000. Deadline for Applications: May 31, 2000. To apply send a resume, cover letter and one sample of your writing to Researcher /Writer Hiring Committee, c/o NSPIRG, Student Union Building (SUB) Room 314, 6136 University Ave. Halifax, NS b3h 4j2, ph. 902-494-6662, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] *****************************************************************
IDRC OFFER SABBATICAL GRANTS FOR RESEARCH
IN AFRICA The International Development Research Centre ( IDRC) and
the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) are offering Sabbatical Grants in Africa for Canadian Researchers program. They are seeking applications for grants to be used for travel, research and communication. The deadline for applications is August 31, 2000. Please contact Maria De Almeida at email [EMAIL PROTECTED] for more details. Visit the IDRC website at http://www.idrc.org/ and the AUCC website at http://www.aucc.ca/ ************************************************************* INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL ************************************************************* BROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LABS SEEKS HIGH
LEVEL
SCIENTIST IN TOXICOLOGY Brookhaven National Laboratory, a contractor for the U.S. Department
of Energy (DOE), carries out basic and applied research in materials science, high energy and nuclear physics, life sciences, energy science and technology, environmental science, and national security. The Energy, Environment and National Security Directorate of the Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks to hire a scientist for the Environmental Sciences Department which consists of 20 staff members who conduct basic research in environmental science, and develop and evaluate technologies for remediation of sediments, soils and wastes. This scientist would oversee ongoing research and development activities include microbiology, geochemistry, bio geochemistry, microgeophysics, phyto remediation, treatment of hazardous and radioactive wastes, fate and transport of contaminants, and public policy issues. The successful applicant must have an established career with a strong background and interest in the application of synchrotron radiation to environmental research, a distinguished publication record, and a demonstrated history of funding from federal agencies. The position requires skill in oral and written communication, and the interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse group of scientists. The person should have a demonstrated ability to manage an interdisciplinary group engaged in both basic and applied research, and to integrate these R&D activities into realistic solutions for environmental problems is essential. Refer to position # M8242 BNL is managed by Brookhaven Science Associates. Applications and nominations should be sent, referring to specific position # to Patricia Fox, Building 179A, Brookhaven National Laboratory, P.O. Box 5000, Upton, NY 11973-5000, ph. (631) 344-3801, fax (631) 344-3911, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Go to website, http://www.bnl.gov *********************************************************************
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON WANTS A PROFESSOR IN
AGRICULTURAL AND RESOURCE POLICY The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics
at the University of Oregon announces a 100% Extension appointment in agricultural and resource policy. The appointee is expected to develop, lead and deliver Extension educational and applied research programs on significant agricultural and resource policy issues. Key target audiences are farmers and ranchers, agricultural professionals and industry representatives, rural community leaders, policy decision-makers, and the general public. The list of potential issues is extensive and includes environmental and resource policies, national farm commodity programs, U.S. trade agreements, food safety, agricultural labor, and land use. The appointee will need to set priorities and establish a focused program of work, utilizing citizen input and coordinating programming through the Extension system with county and campus- based faculty. In addition, because the policy issues to be addressed are complex and characterized by both economic and non economic dimensions, the appointee will need to collaborate closely and effectively with experts in other disciplines and organizations. You can retrieve this particular position announcement at http://osu.orst.edu/admin/hr/jobs/academic/018-888.html You can also find the link to the full position announcement by visiting http://arec.orst.edu/jobs.html In addition to this newly announced position, the University of Oregon is continuing its search for a resource and environmental economist, an economist working on markets and trade, and an Extension economist to work at our Food Innovation Center in Portland. Links to those announcements are also on our jobs page. Contact Dr. R. Bruce Rettig, Agricultural and Resource Economics Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon 97331-360, ph. (541) 737-1408, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] **********************************************************
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA SEEKS DEPARTMENT
HEAD IN ENVIRONMENTAL ANTHROPOLOGY The University of Georgia invites applications and nominations
for the position of Professor and Department Head in Anthropology with a focus on ecological/environmental, beginning Fall 2001. Applicants must have a distinguished record of academic and professional accomplishments in anthropology with a focus on ecological/environmental concerns, broadly defined. The successful candidate should have a strong record of external grant support and must be eligible for appointment at the rank of Professor. Applications should include a detailed letter stating the candidate's accomplishments, research activities, grant management record, vision of the future for ecological/environmental anthropology; a curriculum vitae; and the names and locations (address, phone/fax numbers, and e-mail address) of four references. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent to Chair, Department Head Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia 30602-1619. Interested individuals may also wish to visit the department's. Deadline for application is October 16, 2000. Visit the website at http://anthro.dac.uga.edu ****************************************************************
AUBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF FORESTRY
AND
WILDLIFE TO PROVIDE ASSISTANTSHIPS The Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences
has multiple graduate research assistantships at MS and PhD level in the area of forest economics and policy. The applicants should have academic research and/or experience in some aspects of forestry/ economics/law. Solid communication, quantitative and analytic skills and ability to conduct research with a high level of independence are highly desirable. Specific research area depends largely on each applicant's background/interest. The successful applicants may do research in one of the following areas 1) The political economy of US-Canada forest products trade 2) The economics, politics, and ideology of forest certification and other market driven measures intended to ensure forest sustainability 3) The economics of carbon sequestration through afforestation/reforestation 4) The economic feasibility of restoring Longleaf pine ecosystems in Southern U.S. and the socio-economics of using fire in promoting Longleaf pine forests. Current research assistantship levels are US $13,100 for the MS and $15,300 for the PhD annually. Out of tuition will also be waived. In-state tuition may be waived, and additional funds are available on a competitive basis for very promising students. Please direct inquiries (and later, send copies of transcripts, GRE scores, and three letters of reference) to Dr. Daowei Zhang, Associate Professor, School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences,Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama 36849-5418, Ph. 334-844-1067, Fax 334-844-1084, E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] See the website http://www.forestry.auburn.edu/zhang/ *********************************************************
TAYLOR ENGINEERING INC., FLORIDA, SEEKS TO HIRE
A
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER Taylor Engineering, Inc. based in Jacksonville, Florida, has an
immediate opening for a Senior Environmental Engineer to lead the company's Environmental Services Group. The position requires min. seven years experience with P.E. and M.S. degree, excellent written and oral skills, outstanding people skills, and mature judgment. Should have demonstrated technical proficiency in the areas of state and U.S. federal permitting; groundwater sampling and modeling; Phase I and II site assessments; and general environmental support to other operating engineering groups. Prefer working knowledge of natural resource issues including wetland delineation and habitat characterization. Other duties include preparation of proposals and job cost estimates, project management, business development, the leadership of a small group of degreed professionals. Taylor Engineering is a mid- sized consulting engineering firm specializing in water resource and coastal engineering. Send application to Dr. Steven Schropp, Director, Environmental Services, Taylor Engineering, Inc., 9000 Cypress Green Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32256, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] See the website http://www.ieti.com/taylor/engineer.html *************************************************************************
IUCN SEEKS MARINE BIOLOGIST FOR
VIETNAM
IUCN-The World Conservation Union wishes to hire a
Chief Technical Advisor for the project Pilot Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Vietnam. Chief Technical Advisor, Vietnam This is a four-year position, expected to commence in August 2000 and based in Khanh Hoa province. Main responsibilities will include: Overall management of project activities including coordination of activities; setting up the Project Management Unit; recruiting & supervision of project personnel; development of an MPA management plan for the site; development of Annual Plans of Operation; management of the project budget; preparing financial and progress reports; oversight of short-term advisors; and preparing and monitoring the performance of sub-contracts between IUCN and project sub-contractors. The IUCN brings together states, government agencies and a diverse range of non-governmental organizations in a unique world partnership: some 900 members in all, spread across 138 countries. The successful candidate will have an advanced University degree qualifications; at least 10 years of experience working in a field related to marine conservation and sustainable development; proven professional, technical and managerial skills, especially excellent organisational capacity, community-based development; project planning, budgeting and M&E; and an ability to communicate, negotiate and write fluently in English. Knowledge of Vietnamese would be an advantage. Interested candidates should send their CV, the names of two referees and a cover letter explaining their interest in the position by 15 June 2000 to Chief Finance and Human Resources Officer, IUCN, AIT, P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand. Fax: 662 524 5392, e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED], website http://www.iucn.org ***************************************************************
ICRAF, KENYA SEEKS A FORESTRY SCIENTIST
FOR WORK IN UGANDA The International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICFRAF)
based in Nairobi, Kenya is recruiting both a Participatory Tree Domestication and a Biodiversity Scientist ICRAF is an international research organization supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). It works in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America and has an annual budget of about US$22 million provided by more than 35 donor organizations. ICRAF's ultimate purpose is to improve human welfare by reducing poverty, increasing cash income, improving food and nutritional security, and enhancing ecosystem resilience in the tropics, through improved agroforestry systems. The Programme Under a USAID Forest Biodiversity Project, the International center for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) seeks to appoint a developmentally oriented person to undertake research on participatory tree domestication and tree biodiversity around the Mabira Forest Reserve in Uganda. The scientist will be based nearby in Kifu at the Forest Research Institute. The person is required to undertake the necessary research and development activities to achieve the overall goal of the project to improve the conservation of on-farm biodiversity in Kigezi and Mabira Forest buffer zones. Specifically they would carry out comprehensive on-farm tree inventories around the Mabira Forest and relate these to existing forest surveys to generate appropriate baseline indices of tree diversity on-farm and in the forest.; use the completed characterization report listing various forest stakeholders, their problems and pressures with regards to the forest to identify suitable agroforestry interventions, to enhance on-farm tree diversity and increase farmers' incomes. The successful candidate will have an ability to work in a productive
manner with a range of partners and to understand the needs of farmers; have preferably a Ph.D. (or at least an MSc) in agroforestry, biodiversity, conservation, environmental studies, tree domestication or a related field; and, have a strong publication record in research or development. The person should have at least five years practical research work which incorporates some management experience, and have fluency in English, with excellent communication skills (verbal and written). The initial contract is for 2 years from September 2000, renewable subject to adequate funding and satisfactory performance. Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae, with salary details, date of birth and the names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses). Send to the Head of Human Resources, International Centre for Research in Agroforestry, PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya; tel: +254 2 524000 or 1 650 833 6645; fax: +254 2 524001or 1 650 833 6646; email [EMAIL PROTECTED]. Visit the website at http://www.cgiar.org/icraf *************************************************************************
ICRAF SEEKS TECHNICAL ECONOMICS ADVISOR
FOR KENYA AND ETHIOPIA The International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF)
is recruiting a Technical Advisor for its African Highlands Ecoregional Programme. The African Highlands Initiative (AHI), as an ecoregional initiative under the Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA), wishes to fill the vacancy of Technical Advisor. AHI, convened by the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF), conducts research through its IARC and NARS partners, to solve natural resource management and agricultural productivity issues in the intensively cultivated highlands of Eastern Africa. AHI catalyses activities using a community-based, problem-oriented approach which includes biophysical, socio-economic and policy components. Technically the position is within both CIAT's Sustainable Systems Project and ICRAF's Development Division, which will share technical supervision, however ICRAF will administer the position. The technical advisor will provide technical support on participatory research for NRM to AHI's principal implementers (research teams in Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Tanzania and Uganda) and develop/use tools and concepts that draw, as appropriate, on the experience of CIAT and ICRAF among others. Requirements for the position include a Ph.D. or equivalent in agronomy or related discipline with a farming systems perspective * A minimum of five years experience in participatory research and working with the NARS of a developing country; and, have strong interpersonal skills and experience in institutional innovation. French desired but not mandatory. Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae, with salary details, date of birth and the names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses). The deadline for application is July 14, 2000. All correspondence should be addressed to the Head of Human Resources, International Centre for Research in Agroforestry, PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya; tel: +254 2 524000 or 1 650 833 6645; fax: +254 2 524001or 1 650 833 6646; email [EMAIL PROTECTED]. Website at http://www.cgiar.org/icraf ************************************** *************************************************** |
