Partnership for Economic Policy (PEP) is currently accepting applications for its Africa Fellows in Education Program (AFEP) 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About PEP - Africa Fellows in Education Program
AFEP offers two-year, fully supported research fellowships for young African researchers to build expertise in education policy and evidence-based decision-making.
Benefits of PEP - Africa Fellows in Education Program
- Each fellow receives a $25,000 research grant, plus up to $25,000 in covered expenses for mentorship, conference travel, and in-country workshops.
PEP - Africa Fellows in Education Program Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be nationals of a Sub-Saharan African country,
- Be 35 or younger,
- Hold a Master's or PhD in a relevant field with strong quantitative focus,
- Demonstrate experience with quantitative data analysis,
- Demonstrate interest in education policy research and analysis,
- Be affiliated with a government, research, or higher education institution,
- Be proficient in English.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Date and Process
- Submit a two-page statement of interest, a two-page essay on an educational problem in your country, and a detailed and up-to-date CV via the PEP intranet system.
Application Deadline
30 June, 2026
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