The World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 is now open to government officials who want to strengthen their use of data in public administration and decision-making.
This fellowship supports the development and implementation of Government Analytics projects through online learning, mentoring, and selected in-person training. In addition, the immersive track includes a two-week intensive in Washington, D.C., for eligible participants.
Application Deadline:
16 November 2026
Tell Me About The Program:
The World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 is a capacity-building initiative launched by the World Bank Development Economics Vice-Presidency (DEC), the Development Impact Group (DECDI), the Institutions Global Department, and the Institute for Economic Development in collaboration with University of Oxford experts. Building on the Government Analytics Handbook, the fellowship equips dedicated public sector leaders to harness administrative and survey data to improve public administration functioning, efficiency, and decision-making. The program offers three flexible tracks: an Online-Only track, a Regional Hub track, and an Immersive In-Person track (which includes a 2-week residency in Washington, D.C.).
Which Fields are Eligible?
Public Administration, Governance, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, and Public Sector Information Systems.
Type:
Professional Fellowship / Public Sector Capacity-Building Program
Who can Apply?
- Employment Status: Must be currently employed by a central government organization or government agency. (Graduate students, faculty, private sector, and non-profit employees are not eligible).
- Position & Authority: Mid-level managers or senior analysts (or equivalent) with the authority and institutional backing to develop and implement a government analytics project.
- Academic Background: Prior tertiary-level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods.
- Language Proficiency: Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Institutional Support: Must be nominated by their organization (maximum of 2 fellows per organization), accompanied by an official institutional endorsement letter.
- In-Person Track Requirements: Available to travel to Washington, D.C. for two weeks in March 2027, and committed to completing the virtual course and project submission prior to travel.
How are Applicants Selected:
Applications are competitively evaluated based on the strategic relevance and feasibility of the proposed project (focusing strictly on analytics of public administration rather than policy), proof of data availability, candidate quantitative background, and the strength of organizational endorsement demonstrating institutional support for project implementation.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Global (open to central government officials from World Bank member countries; funding for hotel, travel, and subsistence for the Washington, D.C. portion is specifically covered for applicants from Official Development Assistance [ODA]-eligible countries).
Where will the Program be Taken?
Hybrid / Online format, with the in-person residency held in Washington, D.C., USA (at World Bank Headquarters) for the immersive track, alongside regional hubs.
How Many Fellows:
A small, highly competitive cohort for the in-person track, alongside broader cohorts across the online and regional hub tracks (up to 2 fellows per nominating organization).
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Fully Funded Immersive Track: Hotel, round-trip travel, and daily subsistence covered by the World Bank for fellows from ODA-eligible countries attending the 2-week course in Washington, D.C.
- Expert Mentorship: Dedicated project mentorship from World Bank experts and University of Oxford academics.
- Global Network: Access to an international community of public servants, data experts, and researchers in data-driven public administration.
How Long Will it Last:
6-month intensive program duration (including a 2-week in-person residency in Washington, D.C. in March 2027 for the in-person track).
How to Apply:
- Complete the official online World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship application form.
- Upload the following required materials in English (PDF format):
- Comprehensive CV (maximum 3 pages).
- A 150-word project summary detailing an intended Government Analytics project focusing on public administration efficiency and available data sources.
- An official Endorsement Letter from your organization nominating you (confirming your position and demonstrating institutional support).
- Submit all materials prior to 16 November 2026.
You can submit your application through the online application form: Apply here.
Before you apply, review the official program page carefully for full guidance, track details, and updates.
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