Deadline: 2-Sep-20
The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan is seeking proposals for the Humphrey Fellowship Program to provide a year of professional enrichment in the United States for experienced professionals from designated countries undergoing development or political transition.
The Humphrey Program is a Fulbright exchange activity. Its primary funding is provided by the U.S. Congress through the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State. Co-sponsors include other governmental agencies, multinational organizations, and private donors. The Institute of International Education (IIE) assists the U.S. Department of State in administering the Humphrey Fellowship Program.
This ten-month program consists of academic coursework and an internship in a relevant professional organization. During their fellowship, Humphrey Fellows participate in a non-degree study at approximately 13 host campuses across the United States and complete at least six weeks of a professional affiliation at a U.S.-based governmental, non-governmental, private sector or international organization.
Even though Fellows will spend time in an academic setting and are able to take classes at a U.S. university, the Humphrey program is classified as a non-degree program by the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
Program Fields
- Sustainable Development: Agricultural and Rural Development; Economic Development; Finance and Banking; Natural Resources; Environmental Policy and Climate Change; Urban and Regional Planning.
- Democratic Institution Building: Communications/Journalism; Law and Human Rights; Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration; Trafficking in Persons Policy and Prevention; Technology Policy and Management; Human Resource Management
- Education: Educational Administration, Planning and Policy; Higher Education Administration; Teaching of English as a Foreign Language
- Public Health: Public Health Policy and Management; HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention; Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention
Placement in University Programs
- Candidates who are selected for fellowships are placed in clusters by field of interest at U.S. universities specially designated to host a group of Humphrey Fellows. Therefore, requests such as placements at specific universities by candidates are not entertained. Candidates should not apply directly to U.S. institutions.
Non-Degree Status
- The program designed for Humphrey Fellows does not result in the awarding of a degree. While Fellows are able to enroll in courses relevant to their professional interests, the Humphrey Program is not appropriate for those who wish to concentrate on academic work required for a U.S. degree. Humphrey Fellows spend a considerable portion of their time engaged in off-campus activities such as internships, field trips, workshops, and special projects that give them practical experience in their professional fields. Fellows who successfully complete the program are awarded a Certificate of Participation.
Eligibility Criteria
- An undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) degree. A candidate must have completed a university degree program requiring at least four years of full-time study to qualify for participation in U.S. graduate study programs.
- Prospective Fellows should have a minimum of five years of full-time professional experience (prior to August 2021) in the relevant field and should be interested in the policy aspects of their field of specialization.
- Limited or no prior experience in the United States
- Demonstrated leadership qualities
- Applicant should be mid-career professionals in leadership positions who have demonstrated a commitment to public service and the potential for professional advancement.
For more information, visit https://af.usembassy.gov/humphrey-fellowship-program/