Eligible Countries: All
About the Award: The Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program, or IDFP, is designed for individuals dedicated to a career in international development. While completing comprehensive training on program management and operations, fellows support CRS’ work in various sectors such as agriculture/livelihoods, health, peacebuilding, emergency response, education, microfinance, or a combination of these.
The fellows’ training focuses on project management, project design and proposal development, partnership and capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, budget and resource management, supply chain and logistics, human resources and security protocols.
Type: Fellowship
Eligibility:
- Graduate degree in field relevant and applicable to international development (e.g. Agriculture, Health, Engineering, Business, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain)
- Fluency in English with strong oral and written communication skills
- Professional proficiency in a second language (preference given to major languages spoken where CRS works)
- At least six months overseas work or volunteer experience in a developing country (consideration given to applicants with at least five years of experience living in a developing country)
- Strong interest in a career in development or emergency relief
- Willing to work in various regions and developing countries around the world
- Able to work respectfully and professionally in a cross-cultural environment
Number of Awards: CRS offers 20-30 fellowships each year.
Value of Award: CRS provides IDFP participants with the following benefits:
How to Apply: The IDFP application will be open through November 1, 2018. We accept and review applications on a rolling basis. Applications received by October 8, 2018 will receive priority review.
To be considered for the program, please complete the following 3 steps:
Award Providers: CRS
Value of Award: CRS provides IDFP participants with the following benefits:
- Great opportunities for professional growth and development overseas
- Stipend, allowances, and furnished housing
- Transportation to and from the country
- Extensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, life, travel/accident, evacuation and personal household effects)
- Paid vacation, sick and personal leave, and 12 paid holidays
- Language learning assistance
How to Apply: The IDFP application will be open through November 1, 2018. We accept and review applications on a rolling basis. Applications received by October 8, 2018 will receive priority review.
To be considered for the program, please complete the following 3 steps:
- Write your cover letter (500 word maximum). The cover letter should include the following:
a. Why you want to join CRS’ Fellows program, and why you would be a good fit for the program
b. A relevant experience that demonstrates your understanding of the overseas work environment - Update your resume or CV to highlight relevant experience and qualifications
- Apply to the Fellows’ Program
Award Providers: CRS
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