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Professional Fellows Program (PFP) focused on legislative process, governance and policymaking for young leaders

Publish Date: Mar 02, 2016

Deadline: Apr 15, 2016

THE PROFESSIONAL FELLOWS PROGRAM BRINGS EMERGING LEADERS TO THE UNITED STATES FOR INTENSIVE FELLOWSHIPS DESIGNED TO BROADEN THEIR PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE

PFP goals are to:

  • strengthen understanding of the U.S. legislative process
  • enhance appreciation of the role of civil society plays in shaping public policy and holding government accountable
  • create partnerships between institutions in the U.S. and Armenia
  • establish a common language to develop practical solutions for shared problems and concerns.

 

The program provides:

  • A 4-5 week, full-time fellowship placement in a US worksite (in state legislatures, city halls, Capitol Hill, non-profit orgs)
  • Travel and living arrangements will be covered as well as emergency health insurance, and visa fees on program.
  • Stay with a US host family
  • An opportunity to become part of prestigious networks, access resources and an international network of like-minded professionals spanning the globe.

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To participate you must be:

  • 25-35 years old
  • A citizen and current resident of Armenia
  • A college graduate (equivalent of a Bachelor's degree or higher)
  • Speak fluent English: semi-finalists are required to show a valid TOEFL over 500 (paper test) or over 60 (IBT test) or its equivalent (for example, valid IELTS band 6 or higher)
  • Have at least two years work experience and be currently employed
  • Have relevant experience in and commitment to a career in the public sector and/or nonprofit sector (e.g., legislative, executive, and NGOs that address policy issues)
  • Have demonstrated leadership and collaborative skills.

Fellows come from a variety of professional backgrounds including:

  • Government offices – including local and regional (marz) government, institutions involved in development and implementation of national policy and legislation, social and economic policy, anti-corruption and/or increasing citizens in decision making
  • The business world – professionals who are active in developing corporate social responsibility.
  • Social innovation and social entrepreneurship organizations.
  • NGOs – including those involved in shaping public policy, legislation and increasing the role marginalized populations.
Eligible candidates must submit the online application by April 15, 2015 at 
 

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Study Levels

Non Degree

Opportunity Types

Fellowships

Host Countries

United States