Are you a passionate scholar from Sub-Saharan Africa looking to impact the global development landscape? The World Bank Group’s Africa Fellowship Program is now welcoming applications for its 2025 cohort, offering an unparalleled opportunity to drive change and contribute to poverty reduction initiatives.
As a fellow, you will spend six months at either the WBG headquarters in Washington D.C. or a country office, immersed in projects that focus on eliminating poverty and enhancing shared prosperity.
Who Can Apply for World Bank Group’s Africa Fellowship Program?
The fellowship is open to nationals of Sub-Saharan Africa who meet the following criteria:
- You must be a recent Ph.D. graduate (within three years of completion) or currently enrolled in the last year of a Ph.D. program.
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- You must be 32 years old or younger by January 2025.
Women are especially encouraged to apply, aligning with the program’s commitment to promoting gender equity in high-level research and policy-making roles.
Benefits of the Fellowship
As a fellow of World Bank Group’s Africa Fellowship Program 2025, you will gain:
- Hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, working on research, economic policy, and technical assistance.
- A chance to influence both global and country-specific policies.
- Access to a network of professionals and past fellows who are leaders in development.
- A competitive consultancy fee and economy-class air travel to and from Washington, D.C. or the fellowship location.
Application and Evaluation Process for Africa Fellowship Program
Apply Here (https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/afr/brief/world-bank-group-africa-fellowship-program?cid=afe_tt_wbafrica_en_ext), before August 25,2024 , at 11:50 PM ET.
Here’s what happens after you apply:
- Phase I: A short-list of candidates will be selected for potential hiring by various WBG units, based on specialization and interest. You will be notified about your application status.
- Phase II: Final selections are made after consultations with WBG units. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about their selection status and, upon acceptance, will commence their fellowship in January 2025.
