CHATHAM HOUSE MO IBRAHIM FOUNDATION ACADEMY FELLOWSHIP 2024/2025 FOR YOUNG EMERGING AFRICAN LEADERS (FULLY FUNDED TO LONDON, UK & £2,365 MONTHLY STIPEND)

Education:

• Applicants must possess a completed BA degree or equivalent and demonstrate experience in conducting research.

Career:

• Ideal candidates should be in the early-to-mid-stage of their careers and hail from academia, NGOs, businesses, government departments, civil society, or the media. All applicants should have a keen interest and knowledge of international affairs, their chosen research area, and align with Chatham House’s mission and research objectives.

Age restrictions:

• There are no age restrictions for applicants.

Duration:

• Academy Fellows will spend ten months at Chatham House between October 2024 and July 2025.

Location:

• The fellow will work full-time at Chatham House in London, with hybrid working arrangements possible.

Remuneration and benefits:

• Fellows will receive a monthly stipend of £2,365 covering living expenses in London.
• The Academy covers reasonable relocation costs, UK Immigration Healthcare Surcharge, and research-related expenses.

Following the successful completion of their fellowship, alumni benefit from access to:

• The Academy faculty and alumni.
• Five-year Chatham House membership.

Application procedure:

• Submit the applicant’s CV/résumé, names of two referees, and a research proposal based on the provided topic guidance.

Selection criteria:

• Meet nationality criteria.
• Demonstrate independent research experience and hold relevant qualifications or professional training.
• Possess background experience and leadership potential.
• Commitment to Chatham House’s mission, goals, and values.
• Articulate how the fellowship will enable them to create positive impact aligned with Chatham House’s mission.
• Motivation to undertake the fellowship and engage fully with Chatham House networks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in spoken English.

Selection process:

• Complete the application; shortlisted candidates will proceed to an interview via Zoom conducted by senior management at Chatham House and relevant program representatives. Selected fellows will be notified via email