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Chatham House Invites Applications for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship in the Queen Elizabeth II Academy for Leadership in International Affairs 2019.
Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship
The fellowship is open to citizens of Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Zambia.Applications will also be accepted from applicants holding dual nationality which includes one of these countries.
Education
It is required that the applicant holds a completed BA degree or equivalent, Masters degree with an international focus is preferred.Career
The fellowship is aimed at candidates at the mid-stage of their career and who come from academia, NGOs, business, government departments, civil society or the media. They should possess knowledge of, and an interest in, the policy challenges related to global governance laid out on the Fellowships page.Remuneration and benefits
The fellow will receive a monthly stipend of £2,295. Modest provision is made for the costs of relocation, fieldwork, and possible publication costs.Fellowship Structure
A fellow’s time will be split between three key areas:- Completing a personal research project of the fellow’s own design undertaken with the guidance of a Chatham House expert, (approximately 50%).
- Contributing to the ongoing research activities of their host research team and other Chatham House teams as appropriate (approximately 20%).
- Participation in the Academy’s Leadership Programme (approximately 30%). The Leadership Programme is a key part of the Academy fellowships. It provides fellows with the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills, network and self-awareness, which they can then draw upon in their future careers as effective leaders in their field.
Leadership Programme
All Academy fellows participate in, and contribute to, the Academy’s Leadership Programme which encompasses the following components:- Intensive induction week
Academy fellowships begin with an intensive five-day induction week at Chatham House to become familiarized with the elements of the fellowships and the Leadership Programme, meet their host research programme, and have their first personal development coaching session. - Weekly discussion seminars
These sessions highlight the principal substantive and skills-based areas the Academy believes vital for informed and effective international leadership. Fellows are expected to contribute to and learn from one another’s experience. - Global Introductions off-site visits
These half-day visits take place approximately every two months and allow fellows to meet with leaders and senior decision-makers from a variety of sectors. Previous visits have included the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Department for International Development, Standard Chartered, and Thomson Reuters. - Leadership workshops
Every two months fellows participate in half-day workshops focusing on specific aspects of leadership such as ‘Leadership in a new role’ and ‘Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship’ - Project presentations
Fellows present updates on their research projects which help fellow develop presentation skills, provide a valuable forum for peer-review and to think about and analyse issues outside their own area of expertise. - Personal development coaching
Fellows join the Academy seeking to grow their self-awareness through monthly one-on-one sessions with a dedicated coach, with whom they set personal development objectives which they work to meet during their fellowship and beyond. - Media training
Fellows learn how to interview effectively on television and radio, culminating in a mock interview from which they receive feedback on their presentation style and any areas of improvement - ‘Leadership in the 21st Century’ Breakfast Briefings
Academy fellows will have priority in participating in the ‘Leadership in the 21st Century’ Breakfast Briefings series, giving them the opportunity to discuss leadership experiences and lessons in an informal setting with acknowledged leaders from government, business, media and the non-profit sectors. - Career mentors
Fellows have the option to have an external career mentor during their fellowship. Mentors are independent of the Academy and Chatham House and are picked individually for each fellow based on their career objectives.
Duration
The fellowship is for a 10-month term from mid-September 2019 to late-July 2020.Location
The fellow will be based full-time at Chatham House, London.Method Of Application
Application form
- Complete the online application form (available on the individual fellowship pages).
- Submit the application form, together with your CV, a scanned copy of the photo page of your passport in PDF format.
- All documents must be submitted in English.
Application process
Complete the application form (available on the individual fellowship pages).Usually within two to three weeks of the closing date applicants will be notified by email whether their application has been shortlisted for interview or not.
We regret we cannot provide feedback on applications that are not shortlisted for interview.
There is no application fee for any Academy fellowships.
Research topic
Applicants must propose a research project that fits within the topics advertised for fellowships.
Supporting documentation
To complete your online application you will be required to submit with it a 2-page copy of your curriculum vitae.
Stage 2: Shortlisting
Applications will be reviewed by the Academy, Chatham House experts and representatives of supporting foundations as appropriate.Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:
- Nationality eligibility requirements.
- Demonstrate a commitment to completing and contributing to the Leadership Programme.
- The relevance and clarity of the proposed research project, as demonstrated through the project proposal.
- Relevant background experience, as demonstrated through the curriculum vitae.
- Motivation for undertaking the fellowship and for contributing to the candidate’s home country or region, as demonstrated through the online application form.
Stage 3: Interviews
Interviews will be conducted via Skype (or in person in London for applicants to the Robert Bosch Fellowship (Russia and Eurasia).The interview committee will be drawn from Chatham House senior management, external advisers and supporting foundations as appropriate.
The decision of the interview committee is final and no appeals will be permitted. All candidates will be informed of the outcome of their applications by email.
Stage 4: Awarding a fellowship
If your application was successful:Applicants who are successful in their interview will be notified and receive contracts setting out the terms and conditions of the fellowship. For more information on these terms and conditions, stipend levels, relocation allowances, accommodation, and welfare, please refer to our FAQ page.
If your application was unsuccessful:
Applicants who are unsuccessful in their interview will be notified and feedback provided where possible. Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to review this feedback and to re-apply for future fellowships where their research may be relevant. We regret we cannot provide feedback on application who are not shortlisted for interview.
What makes a good application?
Our best candidates typically possess many or all of the following characteristics:- Clear evidence of their leadership experience and background (personal or professional).
- Ability to explore problems with a holistic and inclusive perspective, with a natural curiosity towards issues and areas in the broader environment around their more specific research area of expertise.
- An original, relevant and clear research project proposal – feasible in the given timeline of the fellowship.
- Relevant background experience, demonstrated through their curriculum vitae.
- Strong track record in their area of expertise, including delivering research
- Good writing and presentation skills and a publishing record.
- Awareness of the international context of their research.
- A post-fellowship plan indicating how the candidate will apply their skills, knowledge and experience to impact and influence in their home country or region.
- A clear vision of their contribution to the Academy programme and fellowship cohort.
After the fellowship
The Academy will maintain close contact with fellows after the completion of their fellowship when it is hoped that the fellow will develop his or her career in a related field, contribute to the understanding and practice of international affairs, and continue to remain involved with the institute.Academy Associate Status
Chatham House may offer Academy fellows the opportunity to hold Academy associate status. This provides an affiliation with Chatham House for up to two years after the completion of a fellowship and will become active upon the publication of their research. The status will reflect an ongoing connection and contribution to the institute and will only be given to fellows who have performed to a high level and satisfactorily completed the full range of requirements of the fellowship.Chatham House Individual Membership
Each fellow will receive complimentary individual membership of Chatham House for five years following the completion of the fellowship. For more details of the benefits of Chatham House membership, please click here.Contact
Should you have any further queries please contact us at academy@chathamhouse.org.The Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship is a joint initiative between Chatham House and the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
Closing Date
Applications are now open. The deadline for applications is 29th April 2019 at 9:00am UK Time.
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