The World Bank is a global financial institution committed to reducing poverty and fostering sustainable development. The 2025 Government Analytics Fellowship Program, launched by the World Bank Development Economics Vice-Presidency (DEC), the Development Impact Group (DIME), and the Governance Global Practice (GGP), in collaboration with University College London, aims to strengthen public administration through data-driven insights. By utilizing government data and analytics, the program helps participants improve efficiency and effectiveness in governance. This fellowship builds on the Government Analytics Handbook and provides cutting-edge tools to empower mid-level managers and senior analysts in central government organizations.
| Institution/Organization | World Bank |
| Type | Fellowship |
| Funded | Fully Funded |
| Study in | United States |
| Deadline | January 10, 2025 |
Scholarship Information:
The World Bank 2025 Government Analytics Fellowship Program is designed to train government professionals in advanced analytics techniques to enhance public administration. The fellowship focuses on bridging the gap between underutilized government data and actionable insights for improved governance. Participants will receive exclusive training, collaborate with global experts, and gain access to World Bank resources.
Applicants must hold mid-level manager or senior analyst positions in central government organizations and possess a strong foundation in statistics or quantitative methods. Fellows will be trained to develop and implement a government analytics project during the six-month program, which includes in-person sessions in Washington, D.C., and virtual learning.
Eligible Countries:
Global (Applicants from ODA-eligible countries receive priority)
Benefits:
- Master advanced analytics techniques.
- Collaborate with global experts and peers.
- Access exclusive World Bank training and resources.
- Fully covered travel and accommodation for ODA-eligible applicants.
Program Duration:
6 months (Includes in-person training from March 17–27, 2025, in Washington, D.C., and light weekly virtual sessions)
Requirements:
Applicants must:
- Be employed in central government organizations.
- Hold mid-level manager or senior analyst positions.
- Have coursework in statistics or quantitative methods.
- Be proficient in English.
- Be nominated by their organization (maximum two nominations per organization).
How to Apply:
- Prepare the following documents:
- Comprehensive CV (maximum 3 pages).
- A 150-word project summary describing how the fellowship will benefit your organization.
- An endorsement letter from your organization.
- Apply online through the World Bank application portal at survey.wb.surveycto.com.
- Submit your application before the deadline on January 10, 2025.
- For additional information, visit the World Bank webpage.
FAQs:
Mid-level managers or senior analysts working in central government organizations are eligible to apply.
Travel and accommodation for ODA-eligible participants are fully covered.
The program lasts six months, including a 10-day in-person training in Washington, D.C., and weekly virtual sessions.
Applicants must submit a CV, a project summary, and an endorsement letter from their organization.
The in-person training begins on March 17, 2025, in Washington, D.C.