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KOFI ANNAN FELLOWSHIP IN GLOBAL HEALTH LEADERSHIP

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Application Deadline: 30 January 2026

LOCATION: Ethiopia

The Fellowship supports aspirational public health leaders in Africa to acquire advanced skills to strategize, manage, and lead public health programmes that will transform public health on the continent. Fellows admitted will lead and contribute to the implementation of Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty Agenda and the new public health order for Africa and help shape the next generation of leaders.

Since its launch, the fellowship has graduated 84 Fellows from over 34 African countries, with many now leading transformative initiatives, authoring books, and creating cross-border partnerships, and one even serving as a Minister of Government.

ELIGIBILITY:

Citizen of an African Union member state.

Senior public health professionals from AU Member States with backgrounds in One Health, human medicine, sexual & reproductive health, public mental health, animal health, finance, health policy, epidemiology, and related fields.

Postgraduate degree in a public health-related field.

10+ years of professional experience after a master’s degree.

Full-time employment in a public or private health institution.

Demonstrated or potential leadership capacity.

Selection is conducted by an independent committee of experts from the African Union Commission, Africa CDC, and global partners. The process upholds equal opportunity principles to ensure representation of women and underrepresented groups.

Applications must be submitted online and include:

Employer support letter confirming full participation.

Two recommendation letters.

Personal statement (max 400 words) demonstrating public health commitment and vision.

Leadership challenge project proposal (max 400 words).

Incomplete submissions and email applications will not be considered.

Important Dates:

Application deadline: 30 January 2026

Applicants notified: 30 April 2026

Programme begins: 1 June 2026

BENEFIT:

Full access to digital and residential learning resources.

Travel, insurance, and daily allowances during residential placements.

Software support for online learning.

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ARBORETUM RESEARCH SCHOLAR AWARD AT THE HARVARD UNIVERSITY

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Application Deadline: 2/01/2026 11:59 PM

LOCATION: USA

The Arboretum Research Scholar Award gives scholars a unique opportunity to jump-start their research program and guide the direction of their future research with the support of the Arnold Arboretum. The Arboretum Research Scholar Award supports researchers who utilize the myriad resources of the Arnold Arboretum to investigate any area of science. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Applications are sought from all scholars, with a preference for early-career individuals and visiting scholars.

Awards are granted through a competitive review process. Selection of recipient(s) will be based on the educational background of the applicant and their readiness to conduct the proposed research; the quality of the proposed research; and the relevance of the proposed research to the resources of the Arnold Arboretum.
To be considered for an award, online applications should include the following:

Cover letter.

Research statement. The statement should be 1 to 2 pages and describe your research project and how additional funding via the Arboretum Research Scholar Award would further your research aims and support your career. Include how the resources of the Arnold Arboretum will be utilized. References should be included but do not count as part of the page limit.

Research budget. Applicants should submit a simple, 1-page budget that itemizes the research and travel costs associated with the proposed project. Award funds are not intended to supplement or replace departmental salaries or stipends, but they may be used for the stipend/salary of an undergraduate intern appointed through your home institution.

Project timeline. Applicants should submit a timeline of the project and anticipated start and end dates.

Curriculum vitae.

Two letters of recommendation. As part of the online submission, applicants (with the exception of applicants that are faculty or senior scientists/principal investigators) must send a request to the two referees to submit a letter of recommendation (via the request section). The referee will be automatically sent an email with a link to an online submission form where they will upload a letter of recommendation. It is highly recommended that you contact your referee prior to sending the request. Please inform the referee to expect an email from Admin@communityforce.com with instructions for submitting a recommendation letter. Each referee must upload his/her letter of recommendation via the link by February 1.

Preference will be given to scholars visiting the Arboretum and in residence for a portion of their research with the goal of gaining connections within the framework of a top-tier academic environment to drive future careers and research initiatives.

BENEFIT:

Awards of up to $10,000 are granted to support research expenses and/or travel expenses associated with the proposed research.

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