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ABOUT THE WBG AFRICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
The program is designed for young, gifted African citizens who are finishing or have recently finished their doctoral studies in a field related to the work of the World Bank. Since its launch, the fellowship program has been incredibly effective in developing a pool of young African talent interested in careers in academia, think tanks, international organizations, and development.
In order to provide chosen fellows with practical experience in WBG operations, the program provides them a six-month assignment at country offices or WBG offices in Washington, D.C. This includes creating and disseminating knowledge, creating national and international policies, and establishing institutions to promote inclusive growth in developing nations. In addition to working on research, economic policy, technical assistance, and loan operations that support the World Bank’s mission of eradicating poverty and promoting shared prosperity, fellows will gain from research and innovation in a variety of fields.
FULL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Be enrolled in the last year of the Ph.D. program or a recent Ph.D. graduate (within three years of completion).
- possess a strong command of spoken and written English.
- possess a good background in analysis and math.
- Be 32 or under the age of 32 by January 2025.
SELECTION PROCESS
Phase I: Depending on the candidates’ areas of interest and specialization, a short-list of applicants will be chosen and made available for hiring to the various WBG units. The status of an applicant’s application and whether or not they have been shortlisted will be communicated to them.
Phase II: The WBG’s various units will be consulted during the final selection of fellows. All shortlisted candidates will be notified of their selection status after the process is over. After being chosen, candidates will be contacted and, if hired, will work as temporary consultants for a period of six months beginning in January 2025.
Consultant fees and round-trip economy airfare to Washington, D.C. or a WBG country office are available to fellows.
