Call for Applications: NIERA Policy Fellowship Program 2025 for Emerging & Mid-Career Professionals in West & East Africa (Daily Stipend $50 + $1000 Honorarium Available)
NIERA Policy Fellowship Program – 2025: Call for Applications
The NIERA (National Institute for Economic Research and Analysis) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its prestigious Policy Fellowship Program for 2025. This fellowship is designed to provide emerging and mid-career professionals with the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and policy analysis in the fields of economics, social development, and public policy. The program aims to promote innovative solutions to complex global challenges through high-level research, dialogue, and collaboration.
About the NIERA Policy Fellowship Program
The NIERA Policy Fellowship Program is an exclusive opportunity for policy professionals, researchers, and analysts to collaborate with experts from across the world. The program allows fellows to explore pressing economic and social issues while developing their own research agenda. This fellowship is focused on promoting evidence-based policies that drive social progress, improve economic opportunities, and address inequality.
Fellows will engage in impactful research projects, contribute to publications and policy briefs, and participate in high-level discussions with stakeholders from governments, international organizations, and the private sector. The program seeks to foster a deeper understanding of global policy challenges and offer practical solutions that can be implemented at the national, regional, and international levels.
Key Areas of Focus for 2025
The NIERA Policy Fellowship for 2025 will focus on a variety of pressing global challenges, with an emphasis on the following areas:
- Economic Growth and Development: Examining innovative strategies for fostering sustainable and inclusive economic growth, particularly in developing economies.
- Climate Change and Environmental Policy: Research on policy measures to combat climate change, reduce carbon emissions, and promote environmental sustainability.
- Human Rights and Social Justice: Focus on policies that protect human rights, promote social justice, and address systemic inequality and discrimination.
- Health Policy and Pandemic Response: Evaluating global health systems and recommending policies to improve health outcomes, especially in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
- Technological Innovation and Policy: Investigating the impact of technology on economies and societies, and crafting policies to harness its benefits while mitigating potential risks.
- Migration and Refugee Policy: Addressing the complex challenges posed by migration, displacement, and refugee crises, with a focus on policy solutions that prioritize human dignity and rights.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants to the NIERA Policy Fellowship Program must:
- Be fluent in English (written and spoken), and a strong communicator.
- Be from an eligible West or East African country (see list of eligible countries below).
- Be a mid-level policymaker (i.e. technical staff within ministries, government agencies,
sub-national government structures, and or parliament) with direct responsibility for
providing technical advice to top-level policymakers and/or drafting policy or program
documents. - Have at least a Bachelor’s degree.
- Have demonstrable experience in policy development, or program management.
- Have good computer skills especially in using MS-Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint,
Excel, Outlook, and Access), use of the Internet, and reasonably conversant with various
Internet search engines. - Own a laptop and have a reliable internet connection for participating in the online
workshop. - Be a self-driven individual ready to learn and apply their acquired skills, as well as
support others needing similar skills. - Have written support from their employer.
Program Benefits
- Financial Support: Fellows will receive a stipend to support their living and research expenses throughout the duration of the fellowship.
- Research Support: Access to NIERA’s resources, including data, research materials, and mentoring by senior researchers and policy experts.
- Networking Opportunities: Fellows will have the chance to engage with top policymakers, scholars, and practitioners from across the globe.
- Publication Opportunities: Fellows will have the chance to publish their work through NIERA’s channels, including policy briefs, working papers, and journal articles.
- Global Exposure: Fellows will present their research at international conferences and workshops, helping to shape global policy discussions.
How to Apply
To apply for the NIERA Policy Fellowship Program for 2025, interested candidates should submit the following:
- Please submit your application materials to [email protected] by 5:00 PM EAT
- on Wednesday May 7, 2025.
- Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.
- An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to all applicants whose application was
- received before the deadline.
- All personal information and documents submitted will be kept confidential, used solely for
- the fellowship application process, and will be stored securely.
Key Dates
March 24, 2025 – Release of Request for Applications
April 3, 2025 – Virtual information session for potential applicants (2:00 PM EAT)
To register for the information session click here: https://forms.gle/KMzf4hyrSQTwnxuz8
May 7, 2025 – Application deadline
May 8 – 23, 2025 – Application review
May 26 – June 6, 2025 – Interviews with shortlisted applicants
June 13, 2025 – Notification of final selection
Contact Information
For any inquiries about the NIERA Policy Fellowship Program, please contact the fellowship coordinator at [email protected]
Conclusion
The NIERA Policy Fellowship Program provides an exceptional opportunity for policy professionals and researchers to contribute to global policy solutions. By joining this prestigious program, fellows will not only advance their careers but also help shape the future of global economic, social, and environmental policies.
If you are passionate about making a difference through research and advocacy, we encourage you to apply.
