Applications for the ODI Fellowship Scheme 2025-2027 are now available for international applicants. In the fellowship program fellows are offered two-year contracts where they take on roles as local civil servants in countries with low and middle incomes. They serve as public sector civil servants in key governmental institutions, such as central banks, ministries, statistical offices, and regulatory authorities. The ODI Fellowship Scheme started back in 1963. Since then, it has given more than 1300 young economists and statisticians the chance to work with public sector institutions in various countries. During this time, they gain practical experience solving important problems, which not only helps them grow professionally but also creates positive changes in public policies.
Key Points:
- Launched in 1963 with just three fellows.
- Over 1300 fellows have participated globally.
- Open to early-career economists and statisticians.
- Fellows serve as civil servants for two years.
- Focuses on professional development and societal impact.
- Aims to improve public policies in developing regions.
ODI Fellowship Scheme Summary
| Host Country | Various Countries (Middle & Low income) |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Fellowship Type | Funded |
| Fellowship Name | Overseas Development Institute |
| Last Apply Date | March 31, 2025 |
Also See: Three-Week Jefferson Fellowship 2025: Fully Funded
Fellowship Benefits
The fellowship gives you money and support to help you live and work well during your time in the program. Here is how it works:
- Stipend Structure
- Year 1 You will get around £2700 each month after taxes. This adds up to about £32400 for the first year.
- Year 2 You will get around £2850 each month after taxes. This adds up to about £34200 for the second year as you gain more skills.
- Accommodation Support The housing help depends on where you live so it matches the cost there. This amount is checked every year to make sure it fits the area.
- Extra Help
- Money for learning like workshops or conferences if you need it.
- We help you move and give health coverage options.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must follow the eligibility requirements to be eligible for the ODI Fellowship:
Nationality and Background
- Open to people from any country. We value different backgrounds and fairness.
- Applicants with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Academic Qualifications
- A finished or still-working-on master’s degree or PhD in economics statistics or a similar field.
- Best if you study things like:
- Farming or environmental economics
- Health or world development economics
- Numbers data science or stats.
- If you are still studying you must finish your degree before starting.
Personal Attributes
- Resilience You can work well alone even when things are stressful or resources are low.
- Cultural Agility You want to learn and adjust to different places and cultures.
- Diplomacy You are respectful and good at working with all kinds of people.
Core Competencies
- Intellectual Rigor You need a solid understanding of economics or stats ideas and how to use them in real life.
- Problem-Solving You can find new answers in unclear or fast-moving situations.
- Data Skills You are good at working with tricky data and finding useful results.
Additional Strengths
- Policy Advocacy You have worked on public policy projects either for work or as a volunteer.
- Language Skills You must speak English well. Knowing French is a plus.
- Tech Skills You are comfortable with tools like stats software or data programs.
Management and Technical Skills
- Project Execution You can handle tasks meet deadlines and get results on your own.
- Communication You can explain technical ideas clearly to people who are not experts.
- Stakeholder Engagement You have experience bringing people together to make changes in policies or systems.
Also See: Switzerland Youth Biosecurity Fellowship 2025
Application Process for the ODI Fellowship Scheme
When you apply remember your application will only be judged by what you put in the form. We made this easy so you do not need to send extra documents like CVs, academic transcripts, or certificates now. Just follow these steps:
- Fill out the form fully and clearly.
- Do not add extra documents at this time.
- Give names and contact details for two referees. These can be work or school contacts.
- They will not contact your referees during the first review.
- If you move to the interview stage they might reach out to them later.
Apply Now For The ODI Fellowship Scheme 2025-2027