CEGA 2025/2026 Visiting Fellowship for African Researchers

The Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) invites applications from African researchers for its 2025-2026 Visiting Fellowship. This 16-week fellowship offers scholars the opportunity to develop skills in quantitative social science research at University of California, Berkeley (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026) or Northwestern University (Spring 2026).

Deadline: January 17, 2025

Fellowship Tracks

Applicants may apply to one of the following tracks:

1. General Development Research
2. Early Childhood Development (ECD): Focuses on programs supporting health, nutrition, security, caregiving, and early learning for ages 0-3. Priority given to applicants from Tanzania, Mozambique, and Kenya.
3. Youth Livelihoods: Focuses on programs helping youth (ages 16-24) find work via education, training, and support, with a focus on Kenya, especially Mombasa.

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be from East or West Africa and fluent in English.
• Hold a Master’s or PhD degree (or be currently enrolled in a PhD) in a relevant social science field.
• Hold a staff or student position with a research institution in East or West Africa, with a preference for institutions focused on policy-relevant research.
• Meet specific requirements if applying to the ECD or Youth Livelihoods tracks.

Fellowship Benefits

Fellows will:

• Audit coursework and receive mentorship to develop research ideas.
• Expand their research networks and gain skills in quantitative development research.

Application Process

Submit the following by January 17, 2025, at 5 pm GMT:

• Personal Statement (1 page)
• CV/Resume (include relevant quantitative coursework)
• Research Proposal (2 pages, based on provided template)
• Evidence of Leave Approval or Letter of Support from a supervisor or department chair
• Two References (name, email, phone, and affiliation)

For further details, visit the CEGA Fellowship Official Webpage.