Programme Duration: 2 Years
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
About the Fellowship
The Africa Fellows in Education Program (AFEP) is a fully funded research and policy fellowship designed for young researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa who are committed to improving education systems through evidence-based research and policy development. The programme equips fellows with expertise in educational research, quantitative analysis, policy evaluation, and performance measurement while connecting them with international networks of researchers and policy advisers.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
- A USD 25,000 research grant;
- Additional support of up to USD 25,000 for mentorship, travel, workshops, and conferences;
- Participation in international conferences on the economics of education;
- Access to specialised short courses and mentorship from experts and institutions including Stanford University.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be nationals of a Sub-Saharan African country;
- Be 35 years old or younger;
- Hold a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field with strong quantitative training;
- Demonstrate experience in quantitative data analysis;
- Show interest in education policy and research;
- Be affiliated with a government agency, research institution, or higher education institution;
- Be proficient in English.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- A two-page statement of interest;
- A two-page essay on an educational problem in their country and how it can be evaluated using quantitative methods;
- An updated CV with at least two referees.
How to Apply
Download the Call for Applications document for a full description of AFEP, the Terms of Reference, and instructions for application submission through the PEP intranet system. Applications should be submitted online through the official AFEP application platform before the closing date.
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