Applications are currently being accepted for the Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship
This fellowship is a joint initiative with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. It offers candidates at the early-to-mid-stage of their career the opportunity to spend ten months at Chatham House working on an individual research project of their choosing.Fellows take part in the core work of the Institute, developing their skills through the leadership programme, and furthering their professional network in the field of international affairs.
Benefits of Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship
Academy Fellows receive a monthly stipend of £2,565 for London living expenses to cover accommodation, utilities, food and transport.
Chatham House also covers:
- Relocation costs: travel, accommodation support and visa fees. If required, Chatham House will sponsor a fellow’s visa (T5: Temporary Work – Government Authorised Exchange);
- UK Immigration Health Surcharge (excluding dental/optical care and prescriptions); and
- Research expenses, relating to field work, outreach, events and publications.
Following the successful completion of their fellowship alumni benefit from access to:
- The Academy faculty and alumni; and
- Five-year Chatham House membership.
Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship Requirements
The fellowship is open to citizens of any African country.
Applications are also accepted from applicants holding dual nationality which includes any African country.
Applicants must hold a completed BA degree or equivalent and have experience with conducting research.
The ideal candidate should be at the early-to-mid-stage of their career and come from one of the following fields or work: academia, NGO, business, government departments, civil society or the media. All applicants should possess knowledge of, and an interest in, international affairs, their chosen area of research, and Chatham House’s mission and research.
We do not impose age restrictions for applicants.
Selection criteria:
- Meet nationality criteria;
- Have experience conducting independent research and hold an undergraduate or postgraduate level qualification or have equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area;
- Have the relevant background experience, including experience in the field of the proposed research, as demonstrated through a CV;
- Have proven leadership experience or potential;
- Show commitment to the Chatham House mission, goals and values and to identifying evidence-based solutions to some of the world’s most pressing international challenges;
- Be able to communicate how the fellowship will enable them to create positive impact, in line with the Chatham House mission and overarching purpose of Academy Fellowships as outlined above;
- Show motivation to undertake the fellowship, meet all fellowship deliverables, and take full advantage of the networks, events and opportunities offered at Chatham House; and
- Demonstrate proficiency in spoken English.
Application Date and Process
To apply for this fellowship, they need:
- The applicant’s CV/résumé
- The names of two referees
- The applicant’s proposal for a research project based on the topic guidance
Application Deadline
07 April, 2026
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