WORLD BANK GROUP GOVERNMENT ANALYTICS FELLOWSHIP

Application Deadline:  November 16, 2026.

LOCATION: USA

Do you want to lead change and drive innovation within your government? The World Bank invites dedicated public servants to apply for the 2027 Government Analytics Fellowship.

The Government Analytics Fellowship aims to strengthen the capacity of government officials to use government data to improve administrative functioning and decision-making

ELIGIBILITY:

To apply for the Government Analytics Fellowship, candidates must:
Be nominated by their organizations (up to 2 fellows per organization are allowed).
Work in a central government organization, including government agencies.
Hold mid-level management or senior analyst positions (or equivalent), with the authority and institutional support to develop a Government Analytics project.
Have prior tertiary-level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods.
Be proficient in English.
Present a Government Analytics project with clear institutional relevance and potential for implementation.
For the in-person fellowship only:
Be available to travel to Washington, D.C., for approximately two weeks in March 2027. Exact dates will be communicated once confirmed.
Commit to completing the virtual Government Analytics Fellowship course and submitting your Government Analytics project before attending the in-person training. Successful completion of both is required for participation in the in-person component.
Please prepare the following application materials:
A comprehensive CV (3 pages maximum) highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.
A 150-word summary of a Government Analytics project you envision undertaking within your organization.
An endorsement letter from your organization, nominating you for the Fellowship, confirming your position, and demonstrating institutional support for your participation and proposed project.
All documents must be in English and submitted in PDF format.
Submit your application by November 16, 2026.
For more information about the Government Analytics Fellowship and detailed application guidelines, please visit the Government Analytics Fellowship website or contact them at:
governmentanalytics@worldbank.org.

BENEFIT:

Participation in the World Bank Government Analytics course in Washington, DC, includes hotel, travel, and subsistence covered by the World Bank for applicants from ODA-eligible countries. Further details on the award of fellowship.

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THE 14TH ANNUAL ARSO CONTINENTAL ESSAY COMPETITION

Application Deadline: April 23, 2027

LOCATION: Kenya

The Annual ARSO Essay Competition is a prestigious platform dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking among the youth across Africa. Each year, they invite students to explore pressing topics, share their perspectives, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on sustainable development and standards in Africa. Join in celebrating the power of words and ideas in shaping a brighter future for our continent.

ELIGIBILITY:

14th Continental Essay Competition for the year 2026/2027 Theme—”Advancing Intra-African Trade through Conformity Assessment and Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs)—Unlocking the Full Potential of the Cotton-to-Clothing Value Chain under the AfCFTA“

University and College Students under the age of 35 years eligible to participate

Enrolled in an accredited tertiary institution in an African Union Member State at the time of submission.

Aged 35 years or below as at the essay submission deadline

Open to students of all disciplines

May submit only one essay for consideration; group or co-authored submissions are not eligible.

Comply with Copyright Rules and AI Ethical Use Practice listed herein

Essay Guidelines

Length: 1,000 – 1,200 words, excluding references, cover page, and appendices.

Language: English or French

Essays must be original, unpublished works. Plagiarized or substantially AI-generated submissions will be disqualified upon detection; sources must be properly referenced using a consistent citation style (e.g., APA).

Submitted as a Word (.docx) document, size 12 font, 1.5-line spacing, with a separate cover page bearing the student’s name, institution, country, and contact details. The essay body itself should not bear the author’s name or institution to support blind judging.

Essays must be submitted through the National Coordinator in the student’s country of study; direct submissions to the ARSO Secretariat will be referred to the relevant National Coordinator.

Kindly attach a copy of the Identity Card or Passport and a completely filled Registration Form (ARSO/CACO/EC/Form 1/2026).

Download the Concept Note – Download Here English | Download Here French

Download the Registration Form – Download Here English | Download Here French

BENEFIT:

Prizes and Recognition

1st Prize: $1000 cash award, certificate of excellence, and public recognition at the ARSO Awards Ceremony.

2nd Prize: $800 Cash award and certificate of excellence.

3rd Prize: $500 Cash award and certificate of excellence.

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