Deadline: 10-Sep-21
Applications are now open for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship to provide mid-career professionals in the private and public sector with an opportunity for a 10-month non-degree academic and professional training.
The Hubert H. Humphrey Program was initiated in 1978 to honor the memory and accomplishments of the late Senator and Vice President, Hubert H. Humphrey. Since 1978 more than 3000 Fellows from over 140 countries have participated in the program.
Focus Areas
- Agricultural development/Agricultural Economics;
- Communications/Journalism;
- Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention;
- Economic development/Finance and Banking;
- Educational Administration, Planning and Policy;
- HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention;
- Human Resource Management;
- Law and Human Rights;
- Natural Resources and Environmental Management;
- Public Health Policy and Management;
- Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration;
- Technology Policy and Management;
- Trafficking in Persons, Policy and Prevention;
- Urban and Regional Planning.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have Bulgarian citizenship. Green card holders and persons with dual (Bulgarian and US) citizenship are ineligible.
- Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree.
- English language proficiency (a valid TOEFL score) is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the respective field is required.
- Candidates should be in sound health.
Selection Criteria
- Candidates should demonstrate potential for leadership and commitment to public service with an emphasis on national development needs.
- Candidates should demonstrate adaptability and personal suitability.
- Candidates should be representative and responsible citizens who can contribute to a full picture of the culture and civilization of Bulgaria.
- Preference is generally given to candidates who have not had prior professional experience in the U.S.
- All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
For more information, visit http://www.fulbright.bg/en/grants-for-bulgarian-citizens/professionals/