Deadline: 28 June 2019
The Embassy of the United States of America in Armenia has announced the Hubert Humphrey Program 2020 competition for mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential for a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and substantive professional collaboration with U.S. counterparts during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Humphrey Fellows are selected based on their potential for leadership and their commitment to public service in either the public or private sector. The Program awards a certificate from the U.S. Government but it is not designed to deliver an advanced degree.As a non-degree program, the Fellowship offers valuable opportunities for professional development through selected university courses, conferences, networking, and practical work experiences. The program will be funded for one academic year, pending: a successful application for a J-1 visa; receipt of medical clearance; and availability of funds.
Eligible Fields of Study
- Agricultural & Rural Development
- Communications/Journalism
- Economic Development/Finance and Banking
- Educational Administration, Planning and Policy
- Higher Education Administration
- HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention
- Law and Human Rights
- Natural Resources/Environmental Policy/Climate Change
- Public Health Policy and Management
- Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
- Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention
- Technology Policy and Management
- Trafficking in Persons, Policy and Prevention
- Urban and Regional Planning
Benefits
The Humphrey Fellowship provides international travel, tuition and university fees, accident/sickness insurance, monthly maintenance allowance and funding for books and professional activities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Armenian citizenship and residency
- Completed applicants BA studies by the start of the grant
- Five years of substantial professional experience (prior to August 2020)
- Interest in the policy aspects of their respective field of specialization
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and a record of public service
- Completed their online application, including two reference letters
- Are proficient in English/successful TOEFL exam – include applicants most recent TOEFL score, if they have it. If they don’t have it, applicants can still apply—the Embassy will arrange testing for applicants if they are selected as one of the final candidates.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply online via given website.
For more information, please visit https://www.usa.am/cms/announcements.php