Call for Applications: UAPS and AIR P3 Africa Fellowship (Cohort 3) for African Doctoral Researchers

The Union for African Population Studies in partnership with the American Institutes for Research has announced applications for the UAPS/AIR P3 Africa Fellowship Cohort 3, an initiative designed to strengthen population and health research capacity across Africa.

The fellowship targets early- and mid-career African doctoral researchers and provides a combination of research funding, mentorship, and intensive training to support high-impact population and health studies relevant to the African continent.

The programme forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen locally driven research and evidence generation on critical development challenges affecting African populations.

About the UAPS/AIR P3 Africa Fellowship

The UAPS/AIR P3 Africa Fellowship is a collaborative programme between the Union for African Population Studies and the American Institutes for Research.

The initiative aims to equip doctoral researchers with:

• Research funding
• Advanced methodological training
• Academic mentorship
• Policy translation skills
• Scientific writing support

The fellowship focuses on producing evidence-based research capable of informing policy, improving public health, and strengthening population studies across Africa.

Applications are accepted in both English and French.

Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

The fellowship is open to doctoral researchers who meet specific academic and professional requirements.

Eligible applicants must:

• Be dues-paying Student Members of UAPS in good standing
• Be citizens of an African country
• Be currently based and working in Africa
• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Be enrolled in a doctoral programme with coursework completed

Relevant academic disciplines include:

• Demography
• Public health
• Sociology
• Economics
• Epidemiology
• Statistics
• Related social science fields

Previous participants in the AfRes-Data or UAPS/AIR P3 fellowship programmes are not eligible to apply.

Research Areas and Themes

The fellowship supports research projects focused on population and health-related issues within African contexts.

Priority themes include:

• Reproductive health
• Migration
• Urbanisation
• Climate change
• Adolescent health
• Ageing
• Gender
• Health and well-being

Research proposals must be directly relevant to Africa and demonstrate potential policy or development impact.

Fellowship Components and Benefits

The fellowship combines financial support, training, and mentorship to strengthen participants’ research capacity.

Research Grant Support

Selected fellows will receive:

• USD 10,000 research grant funding

The grant will be disbursed in two phases:

• First tranche: USD 5,000 after the training workshop
• Second tranche: USD 5,000 after approval of the mid-term report

The grant can support:

• Data collection
• Fieldwork travel
• Research assistance
• Data analysis tools
• Dissemination activities

However, the programme does not permit:

• Salary payments to fellows
• Purchase of capital equipment exceeding USD 1,000
• Institutional overhead charges

Intensive Training Workshop

Fellows will participate in a five-day residential training workshop focused on research and academic development.

Training topics include:

• Quantitative research methods
• Qualitative and mixed methods research
• DHS and IPUMS data analysis
• Census and administrative data use
• Scientific writing
• Journal publication strategies
• Research ethics
• Policy translation and evidence briefs

The programme covers:

• Travel expenses
• Accommodation
• Subsistence costs

Structured Mentorship Programme

Each fellow will be paired with an expert mentor for a 12-month mentorship programme.

Mentorship support includes:

• Monthly check-in meetings
• Proposal refinement
• Feedback on research tools and findings
• Guidance on academic publishing
• Career development support
• Journal selection advice

Mentors and fellows will also submit progress reports throughout the fellowship period.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit their applications through the official online application portal.

Required application materials include:

• Completed application form
• Research proposal and supporting documentation
• All mandatory application components outlined in the fellowship call

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Why This Fellowship Matters

Africa continues to face complex population and public health challenges that require locally driven research and evidence-based policy solutions.

The UAPS/AIR P3 Africa Fellowship helps strengthen the next generation of African researchers by providing:

• Funding for independent research
• International-standard research training
• Mentorship from experienced scholars
• Opportunities for publication and dissemination
• Policy engagement skills

The programme contributes to building a stronger African research ecosystem capable of generating solutions tailored to local realities.

About UAPS

The Union for African Population Studies is a leading pan-African scientific organization focused on population studies and development research.

Established through the initiative of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, UAPS works to strengthen population research, capacity development, networking, and policy engagement across Africa.

The organization supports African scholars through conferences, fellowships, publications, and collaborative research initiatives.

Opportunities for Emerging African Researchers

The UAPS/AIR P3 Africa Fellowship represents a significant opportunity for doctoral researchers interested in:

• Population studies
• Public health research
• Demographic analysis
• Gender and development
• Climate and health
• Migration studies
• Policy-oriented research

For African PhD students seeking funding, mentorship, and advanced research training, the fellowship provides an important platform for academic and professional growth.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.