World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Programme 2024

The World Bank invites dedicated public servants to apply for the Government Analytics Fellowship Program. This initiative is based on the pioneering Government Analytics Handbook and is designed to unlock the power of data within governments, transforming it into actionable insights to enhance public administration. 

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About World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Programme

Opportunity Details

Fellowship Highlights:

  • Participate in an immersive 6-month program, with a core commitment of 2 weeks of in-person training in Washington, D.C.
  • Gain firsthand knowledge from the experts behind the Government Analytics Handbook.
  • Develop a Government Analytics project with support from World Bank and University College London senior experts.
  • Connect with a collaborative network of public servants, data experts, and academics.

Benefits of World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Programme

Key Features

The fellowship will comprise a mix of in-person training and in-service support from senior experts at the World Bank and University College London to develop a Government Analytics project.

The fellowship spans 6 months, with a concentrated full-time commitment during the 2 weeks of in-person training in Washington, D.C., which includes the Public Administration Forum and Government Analytics course.

Benefits

  • Gain Data-Driven Insights and expertise to harness vast amounts of governmental data, translating it into actionable insights for smarter decision-making and policy development.
  • Catalyze Change in your Government with cutting-edge research and expert support to implement systemic changes in your government's operations.
  • Join a Collaborative Network of like-minded government officials, data experts, academics, and professionals.

World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Programme Requirments

To be considered for the Government Analytics Fellowship, applicants must be:

  • Able to travel to Washington DC between May 27 to June 7.
  • Nominated by their organizations (Up to 2 fellows per organization).
  • Working in central government organizations (including agencies).
  • Mid-level managers or senior analyst positions (or equivalent) with authority to develop a government analytics project.
  • Able to demonstrate prior tertiary-level coursework on statistics or related quantitative methods.
  • Proficient in English.

Application Date and Process

Please prepare the following application materials*:

  • A comprehensive CV (3 pages maximum), highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.
  • A 150-word summary of how you envision applying the insights gained to enhance your organization's operations through a government analytics project.
  • An endorsement letter from your organization, nominating you for the fellowship and confirming your position.

*All documents must be in English

Submit your application by March 31st. Ensure that all documents are in English. 

Apply now to become a part of the first cohort of the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowships and join us in transforming the future of government through data analytics.

Application Deadline

31 March, 2024

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