Alexander von Humboldt Foundation German Chancellor Fellowship

The fellowship programme is open to university graduates with initial leadership experience from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and USA. This fellowship brings young leaders to Germany for one year to implement a project idea they have developed themselves. The deadline is on Friday 15th October 2021.

 The fellowship programme is under the patronage of the Federal Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. Up to 60 German Chancellor Fellowships are awarded each year – up to 10 per country.

This fellowship for prospective leaders brings them to Germany for one year to implement a project idea they have developed themselves.

They are provided a monthly fellowship grant of up to €2,770 euros, an intensive language course, individual support during their stay, additional financial support for travel expenses, health insurance, and more.

Applicants should have relevant work experience in politics, business, media, administration, society or culture and have demonstrable initial leadership experience. A bachelor’s degree is required.

Good knowledge of English/German is essential.

The deadline is on Friday 15th October 2021.

 

Main Criteria

Candidates should provide a letter of motivation, a project plan, two letters of recommendation, and the online application form.

Candidates should be citizens of one of the following countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and USA.  

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