Applications are now open for the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program 2027, a fully funded opportunity for government officials, with a closing deadline of November 16, 2026.
The fellowship aims to strengthen the capacity of government officials to use government data to improve administrative functioning and decision-making. Building on the pioneering Government Analytics Handbook, it provides participants with the knowledge, tools, and support to turn government data into actionable insights and develop projects that address real institutional challenges.
Kenyan public servants are among those eligible, and officials from ODA-eligible countries, which include Kenya, selected for the in-person track will have their Washington DC experience fully covered by the World Bank.
The Three Fellowship Tracks
Online-Only Track
A self-paced virtual experience designed for greater accessibility and flexibility, built for government officials balancing their professional responsibilities.
Immersive In-Person Track
Designed for fellows who can dedicate substantial time and effort to developing and completing a government analytics project. This track competitively selects a small cohort of officials with strategically relevant projects who are willing and able to commit to an intensive six-month programme, with backing required from both the individual and their institution.
Regional Hub Track
More localised fellowships centred around regional hubs.
Fellowship Highlights
- Participate in an intensive fellowship focused on the development and implementation of a Government Analytics project
- Gain firsthand knowledge from the experts behind the Government Analytics Handbook
- Develop and strengthen your Government Analytics project with support from World Bank and University of Oxford experts
- Connect with a global learning community of public servants, data experts, academics, and practitioners working to strengthen data-driven public administration
- A selected group of fellows receives dedicated mentoring from a World Bank expert in the field related to their fellowship project
Who Can Apply?
To apply for the Government Analytics Fellowship, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be nominated by their organisations, with up to 2 fellows allowed per organisation
- Work in a central government organisation, including government agencies
- Hold mid-level management or senior analyst positions, or equivalent, with the authority and institutional support to develop a Government Analytics project
- Have prior tertiary-level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods
- Be proficient in English
- Present a Government Analytics project with clear institutional relevance and potential for implementation
For the in-person fellowship only, candidates must also be available to travel to Washington, DC for approximately two weeks in March 2027, with exact dates to be communicated once confirmed, and must commit to completing the virtual Government Analytics Fellowship course and submitting their project before attending the in-person training. Successful completion of both is required for participation in the in-person component.
What Fellows Get
Participation in the World Bank Government Analytics course in Washington DC includes hotel, travel, and subsistence covered by the World Bank for applicants from ODA-eligible countries.
For the in-person fellowships, each fellow also receives dedicated mentoring from a World Bank expert in the field related to their fellowship project, and takes part in a two-week immersive experience in Washington, DC, working intensively with World Bank staff, academics, experts, and fellow government practitioners.
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare the following application materials:
- A comprehensive CV of 3 pages maximum, highlighting relevant experience and qualifications
- A 150-word summary of a Government Analytics project you envision undertaking within your organisation
- An endorsement letter from your organisation, nominating you for the Fellowship, confirming your position, and demonstrating institutional support for your participation and proposed project
All documents must be in English and submitted in PDF format.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program 2027 is November 16, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Government Analytics Fellowship?
Government officials working in central government organisations, including agencies, nominated by their organisations, with up to 2 fellows allowed per organisation. Candidates must hold mid-level management or senior analyst positions, have prior tertiary-level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods, be proficient in English, and present a project with clear institutional relevance.
Is the fellowship fully funded?
For the in-person track, the World Bank covers hotel, travel, and subsistence in Washington DC for applicants from ODA-eligible countries, which include Kenya. The online-only track is a free, self-paced virtual experience.
What are the three tracks?
An online-only, self-paced virtual track; an immersive in-person track with a two-week Washington DC experience within a six-month programme; and a regional hub track offering localised fellowships.
When is the application deadline?
November 16, 2026.
What documents do I need to apply?
A comprehensive CV of no more than 3 pages, a 150-word summary of a Government Analytics project for your organisation, and an endorsement letter from your organisation nominating you and confirming institutional support. All documents must be in English and submitted in PDF format.
When is the Washington DC trip?
Approximately two weeks in March 2027, with exact dates to be communicated once confirmed. In-person candidates must first complete the virtual course and submit their project before attending.
Can more than two people from one organisation apply?
No. Organisations may nominate a maximum of 2 fellows.
