Call for Applications: World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027
About this fellowship
Call for Applications: World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program 2027 (Paid) For Public Officials. Apply below.
Application Deadline:
November 16th, 2026
Tell Me About the Program:
The Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 is a flagship capacity-building initiative launched by the World Bank. Building upon the Government Analytics Handbook, the fellowship equips dedicated public servants with the knowledge, tools, and technical support required to harness government data, drive institutional innovation, and convert raw administrative data into actionable insights for improved public administration and decision-making.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Public Administration, Governance, Government Analytics, Data Science, Public Policy, Institutional Reform, Economics, and Information Technology in the Public Sector.
Type:
Professional Development Fellowship / Capacity Building Program
Who can Apply?
- Professional Profile: Dedicated public servants and government officials working within public sector institutions.
- Track Requirements:
- Online-only Track: Self-paced virtual participation open to government officials needing greater flexibility.
- Immersive In-person Track: Competitively selected cohort of government officials with strategically relevant data projects who can commit to an intensive 6-month program with full institutional support from their government agency.
- Regional Hub Track: Localized fellowship cohorts centered around designated regional hubs.
How are Applicants Selected:
Candidates are competitively selected based on the strategic relevance and institutional alignment of their proposed government analytics project, their professional background in public administration, and their capability to execute data-driven reforms within their government unit.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Global (open to public servants from World Bank member countries, with specific travel/subsistence funding support allocated to Official Development Assistance [ODA]-eligible countries).
Where will the Program be Taken?
Virtual / Hybrid format, including a two-week immersive experience in Washington, D.C. (at World Bank Headquarters) for the in-person cohort, alongside regional hubs.
How Many Fellows:
A small, highly competitive cohort selected for the immersive in-person track, alongside broader cohorts across online and regional tracks.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Direct Mentorship: Dedicated one-on-one project mentoring from World Bank experts and University of Oxford academics.
- Fully Funded Immersive Track: For selected fellows from ODA-eligible countries, the World Bank covers hotel, airfare/travel, and daily subsistence for the two-week Washington, D.C. course.
- Global Network: Integration into an international learning network of public sector data leaders, academics, and practitioners.
How Long Will it Last:
An intensive 6-month program duration (including a 2-week in-person residency in Washington, D.C. for the immersive track).
How to Apply:
- Access the official World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship application portal.
- Select your preferred fellowship track (Online-Only, Immersive In-Person, or Regional Hub).
- Complete the online form detailing your current public sector role, institutional background, and a well-defined government analytics project proposal addressing an institutional challenge.
- Submit your completed application via the portal.
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