2015 Echidna Global Scholars Program for Promoting Girls’ Education in Developing Countries ( USD $5,000/Month Stipend & Fully Funded) Center for Universal Education Echidna Global Scholars Program for Promoting Girls’ Education in Developing Countries The Center for Universal Education at The Brookings Institution seeks to help build expertise on girls’ education policies and programs in developing countries. This program is designed to offer guest scholars from developing countries the opportunity to pursue their own independent research on global education issues with a specific focus on girls’ education. Echidna scholars will also be supported to develop and implement a plan to share their expertise with their home institution to further build research capacity and expertise. Applicant Requirements Applicants should have a background in education, development, economics, or a related area, with at least 15 years of professional experience in either research/academia; non-government and civil society; government; or business. Master’s degree required; Ph.D. or research background strongly preferred. Strong analytical and writing skills required. A demonstrated ability to conduct professional, in-depth research and deliver spoken presentations in English. Benefits: Applicants selected for the fellowship will receive a living stipend of USD $5,000 a month (subject to U.S. tax withholding), paid housing for the four-and-a-half month term, and round-trip travel expenses. Application deadline: December 19, 2014 goo.gl/9ZhPme
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