ELIGIBILITY:

The Fellowship is a full-time, exclusive commitment during the residency period (roughly 40 hours/week) and a substantial part-time commitment during the pre-residency period (roughly 15-20 hours/week). The Program expects Echidna Global Scholars to:

Conduct professional, in-depth research, write an evidence-based policy paper, and present their research and policy recommendations at Brookings-organized events.

Participate in individual and collective capacity strengthening and sharing activities, including the leadership development program, as well as individual and group workshops and reflections.

Develop a post-residency project proposal with the intent of expanding the impact of their research upon returning to their home country.

Interact professionally with other Brookings scholars and community members and be active participants in Brookings events (organizational meetings, informal discussions, seminars, presentations, private and public events).

Engage with key actors from the extended research, practice, and policy community within their home countries, in and around Washington, D.C., and globally by participating in additional meetings and conferences and networking with the broader education, gender, and global development community.

Qualifications and Education/Experience Requirements:

The program selects professionals with substantial experience in and ties to the Global South, a clear intent to return to the Global South after completing the period of residency at Brookings, and a passion and demonstrated commitment to advancing gender equality in and through education. 

Applicants should have a background in education, gender and/or women’s studies, international or global development, public policy, economics, or a related social science or humanities area, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in research/academia, non-governmental, community, or civil society organizations, or government. Candidates with experience in both academic or government settings and community organizations are especially encouraged to apply.

A Master’s degree is required.

BENEFIT:

Benefits: Please note that this position is a short-term fellowship at Brookings (it is not an employee position). Applicants selected for the Fellowship will receive a stipend totaling $26,500 USD to support living costs during the pre-residency and residency periods (subject to U.S. tax withholding and reporting). In addition, CUE will cover the costs associated with the visa process, costs associated with the kick-off and research design retreat, single-occupancy housing for the 4-month residency period, round-trip travel expenses, and a limited health insurance plan.