IEG Academic Fellows Program
The IEG Academic Fellows Program promotes cross-fertilization of evaluation knowledge and practices among IEG practitioners and Academic Fellows along with their respective universities.
The IEG Fellows Program is a non-financial fellowship arrangement (involving no fees, insurance or other living expenses). Different scenarios are possible.
IEG provides office space, expenses associated with evaluation missions to other countries (on applicable evaluation projects), and coordination services.
Sponsorship. The program is sponsored by the IEG Office of the Director General.
Management. The Fellows Program is managed by the IEG Methods Advisor, Jos Vaessen.
IEG’s coordination role. IEG will coordinate (non-fee) contractual and legal arrangements, as well as assist with visa requests and assistance in identification of housing. Mentoring, networking opportunities, joint publishing opportunities and related activities will be provided.
Location: IEG’s Offices in Washington, DC.
Length of fellowship. Negotiable. Appointments could be available up to 150 days. Some could be as short as one to two months.
Visas. Non-U.S. citizens are encouraged to apply. Fellows would be eligible to apply for visa sponsorship. Visa issuance is subject to US Government (State Department) processes and approvals.
Security requirement. All applicants would need to undergo a standard security process for World Bank Group appointments.
IEG offers a limited number of opportunities through the Fellows Program for qualified candidates whose interests align with IEG’s work and demand.
Selection and matching will involve a review of both the applicant’s qualifications and professional interests, and IEG’s expected work program and methods needs. Where there is a good fit, IEG would engage directly with the applicant to explore a fellowship.
Prospective Fellows are advised to review IEG’s work program to learn more about ongoing and upcoming projects: http://ieg.worldbankgroup.org/about-us.
Timing. The August 20, 2019 deadline has passed for ‘fiscal year 20’ fellows. However, we are accepting applications on a rolling basis for consideration. Please contact us at iegfellows@worldbankgroup.org for more information.
Process. Provide CVs and a short statement of interest. A follow-up call will be arranged to determine if a suitable match may be available. IEG will have discussions with potential host evaluation teams. Should a match be possible, the scope of work would be developed, and the fellowship arrangements be put into place.
1. What are the criteria for acceptance into the program?
Selection and matching will involve a review of both the applicant’s qualifications and professional interests, and IEG’s expected work program and methods needs. Where there is a good fit, IEG would engage directly with the applicant to explore a fellowship.
2. How can I obtain funding?
The IEG Fellows Program is a non-financial fellowship arrangement (involving no fees, insurance or other living expenses). Different scenarios are possible.
3. I do not live in Washington, DC. May I still apply?
Yes, applicants can apply from locations outside of the Washington DC area.
4. What are the benefits of the IEG Academic Fellows Program?