NGO Fellowship Program 2024: Empowering NGO Professionals Across Asia

Taiwan AID proudly presents the NGO Fellowship Program 2024, a transformative one-month opportunity for NGO professionals from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Northeast Asia, including Japan, South Korea, and Mongolia, to immerse themselves in the vibrant Taiwanese NGO sector. Click here to learn more about this fellowship.

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About NGO Fellowship Program 2024

Opportunity Details

Scheduled from September 29th to October 27th, 2024, this program promises an enriching experience designed to foster cross-cultural exchange and collaboration.

About the Fellowship

Building on the success of its inaugural edition in 2023, Taiwan AID is thrilled to announce the second iteration of its Fellowship Program. This initiative offers NGO professionals a unique chance to gain invaluable insights into the Taiwanese NGO landscape through workshops, NGO placements, and roundtable discussions with local counterparts.

Key Program Features

  • NGO Placement: Fellows will be matched with host NGOs in Taiwan based on their professional backgrounds, engaging in hands-on experiences ranging from event coordination to project management.
  • Workshop: A comprehensive four-day workshop will kickstart the program, providing participants with a deeper understanding of NGO operations.
  • Roundtable Event: Fellows will partake in a roundtable event, facilitating the exchange of practical experiences and insights between international and Taiwanese NGO professionals.
  • Future Project Collaboration: Participants will collaborate on project drafts, fostering potential future partnerships between their home countries and Taiwanese NGOs.

Fellowship Schedule

The fellowship spans from September 29th to October 27th, 2024, encompassing various activities such as workshops, site visits, NGO placements, and a wrap-up session. Notably, participants will also have the opportunity to join Taipei’s vibrant Pride Parade on October 26th.

Benefits of NGO Fellowship Program 2024

Fellows’ expenses of flight, lodging (shared room), food, and transportation will be covered. Fellows will receive per diem during the three-week placement. 

 

NGO Fellowship Program 2024 Requirements

Who is it for? 

 

- Number of selected Fellows: 15 

- Age: NGO professionals from 25 to 40 years old.

- Professions: Community development, environment, education, gender, human rights, media and information technology, LGBTQ+, medical service, and social welfare. Outstanding applicants from other NGO fields will also be considered. 

- Experience: At least three years of work experience in the NGO sector. Demonstrated professional excellence, independent and self-motivated, able to complete an independent fellowship.  

- Nationalities: 

         - Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar,                            Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.  

         - South Asia: Bhutan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.  

         - Northeast Asia: Japan, South Korea, Mongolia.  

- Language: Proficiency in written and oral English, and fluent in Mandarin is a plus. 

 

Application Date and Process

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Application Deadline

01 June, 2024

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