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(MENA) Scholars Fellowship 2024
J-PAL’s Middle East and North Africa
The MENA Scholars Fellowship: Empowering Researchers on Poverty and Development
Do you want to be a leading expert in using research to fight poverty in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region?
The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) MENA Scholars Fellowship is a two-year program designed to equip researchers like you with the skills and experience to conduct randomized evaluations that can improve social development policies and programs.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience: Work on a real-world randomized evaluation project alongside J-PAL experts.
- Expert mentorship: Receive guidance from a renowned researcher in the J-PAL network.
- Networking opportunities: Connect with other MENA scholars and J-PAL affiliates worldwide.
- Skill development: Take online courses from MIT to strengthen your research skills.
- Increased visibility: Get media training to share your research findings with the public.
- Funding: Receive a stipend of USD $15,000 over two years.
Who can Apply?
- Researchers with a background in economics or related fields (public policy, political science, etc.)
- PhD students or academics affiliated with a MENA university
- Strong Arabic and English language skills
- Proficiency in data analysis software (Stata or R)
- A passion for using research to improve lives in the MENA region
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Commitment to completing the fellowship program
Applications close on April 30, 2024.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
Learn more:
- The MENA Scholars Fellowship program details
- Eligibility requirements
- How to apply
- Introduction to randomized evaluations
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