L’essentiel de l’offre
- Poste : ODI Fellow (Fonctionnaire secteur public)
- Employeur : Overseas Development Institute (ODI)
- Lieu : Afrique, Asie, Caraïbes, Pacifique, Balkans occidentaux
- Contrat : CDD de 2 ans
- Date limite : 31 mars 2026
- Niveau requis : Diplôme de 3e cycle (Postgraduate) en économie ou statistiques
Contexte
Applications are invited for the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) Fellowship Scheme 2026-2028. The ODI Global Fellowship Scheme gives early-career economists and statisticians the chance to work as public sector civil servants on two-year contracts in low- and middle-income countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, the Pacific and the Western Balkans. ODI Fellows are typically employed as local civil servants, reporting to local managers. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and challenge that will surely be a memorable experience. Fellows work in a range of institutions from finance and planning ministries to ministries of health and education, as well as central banks, statistics offices, and regulatory bodies.
Profil recherché
- Intellectual ability : A sound grasp of economic and statistical theory and the ability to apply that knowledge to real-world problems. An ability to analyse data and information and to solve problems. An ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-specialists, both verbally and in writing.
- Personal qualities : Resilience and problem-solving skills to drive change and to work independently. Interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and political acumen to work well within a diverse team, sometimes on politically sensitive topics. Patience and humility to learn about new contexts and accept advice. Adaptability and flexibility to work within a resource-constrained environment.
- Management and work-related skills : Prioritise and delegate work. Able to consult and advocate. Good time management. An ability to work without supervision. Project management. Report writing.
- Éligibilité : Open to candidates of all nationalities, and they support and encourage applications from LGBTQ+ and disabled candidates. Postgraduate economists and statisticians with an interest in development are encouraged to apply.
Conditions et avantages
Total compensation net of tax is approximately £32,600 per annum in the first year and £34,600 in the second year. The compensation is inclusive of a housing allowance that varies according to cost of living in-country.
Comment postuler
Click here to apply. For more information, visit ODI Fellowship.

