LGT Impact Fellowship Program 2025: Empowering Professionals to Create Meaningful Change
The LGT Impact Fellowship Program offers seasoned business professionals the unique opportunity to apply their skills to drive positive change within leading organizations worldwide. Fellows engage in a 12-month, full-time program where they work closely with non-profit organizations and for-profit companies from LGT Venture Philanthropy and Lightrock’s global portfolios. The goal is to strengthen the organizations’ capabilities and support their growth and success.
This hands-on engagement provides Fellows with invaluable experience in the field, while also contributing to the strategic investment support provided by LGT Venture Philanthropy and Lightrock. Fellows collaborate closely with local teams, key stakeholders, and peers, enhancing their skills and preparing them for the next stage in their purposeful careers.
The Role of Fellows
Fellows play a crucial role in advancing our mission. They take on meaningful responsibilities, set clear goals, and provide regular progress updates. Their primary objective is to deliver professional capacity-building services that enhance the organization’s ability to scale operations and maximize impact. Fellows contribute to organizational growth by:
- Sharing their professional expertise
- Improving or implementing systems, processes, and tools that can be sustained by permanent staff
- Applying private sector knowledge
- Training and coaching local teams
It’s important to note that Fellows do not replace the need for permanent hires. Succession planning is critical to ensure the sustainability of their contributions.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the LGT Impact Fellowship, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- An undergraduate degree (MBA or other advanced degrees in relevant fields are preferred)
- A minimum of two years of full-time work experience after completing university (internships during studies are not considered)
- Proficiency in English (both written and spoken; additional languages relevant to the region are a plus)
The most successful Fellows typically possess these qualities:
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision, taking responsibility for their actions
- A strong commitment to making a meaningful impact, with a readiness to make financial and personal sacrifices
- A solid understanding of the challenges and trends in development within low to middle-income countries
- Willingness to live and work abroad while engaging with diverse cultures with a positive, sensitive approach
- Flexibility and adaptability in dealing with ambiguity, unexpected events, and changing environments
Key Areas of Expertise Sought
Our portfolio organizations often seek mid-career professionals with expertise in the following areas:
- Finance & Accounting
- Investment Management
- Business Consulting
- Strategy
- Business Development
- Fundraising
- Marketing & Communications
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- IT & Data Management
- Research and M&E
- Human Resources
- Process & Quality Management
Application Timeline
Applications will be reviewed after the portal closes on March 30. The Fellowship team will notify candidates selected for interviews for the available positions. Typically, interviews occur between April and May, with 2-3 rounds for each candidate. Final decisions will be made by the end of May, with the program starting in July. All Fellows will be invited to a kick-off workshop in Kenya, expected to take place in July/August.
Career Development for Fellows
The LGT Impact Fellowship Program serves as an excellent gateway to a career in impact-driven sectors. It provides participants with invaluable personal and professional growth opportunities by immersing them in complex, real-world environments at organizations across Latin America, Africa, India, and Europe. The program is specifically designed to help professionals transition into or further develop careers in social entrepreneurship, impact investing, and the broader sustainable business sector.
Want to Learn More?
Applications for the 2025 cohort are open from 24 February 2025 until 30 March 2025 (24h00 CET).Â
Not sure yet whether you’d like to apply?Â
Register for a virtual information session that will be hosted on 12 March, to learn more about the LGT Impact Fellowship program.Â
