Leadership in Government Fellowship (Fully Funded)
Are you a former senior-level government official or staff member passionate about advancing social change? The Open Society-U.S. has an exciting opportunity for you!
About the Fellowship Program: Established in 2016, the Leadership in Government Fellowships Program aims to support individuals who have recently left public service after playing a significant role in advancing social change within the United States government. This includes leaders at the city, county, tribal, state, and federal levels.
Who We’re Looking For: Ideal candidates are public servants who have completed their government service within the last two years, especially those who served in a chief executive or senior management role. We encourage applicants from all political backgrounds who can challenge conventional thinking about social change.
Fellowship Details:
- Stipend: Fellows will receive a stipend ranging from $110,000 to $150,000 based on the percentage of time committed to their projects.
- Project Duration: Projects can be either 12 or 18 months long.
Qualities We Seek: Successful applicants will:
- Have a keen interest in reflecting on their government service.
- Be passionate about solving problems and implementing policy.
- Desire to advance ideas beyond their former jurisdictions.
- Want to inject their work into the public dialogue.
Application Process:
- Download and review the guidelines [PDF].
- Submit applications by January 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
- Register and provide basic contact information.
- Answer questions about your government experience.
- Submit a proposal of ten questions along with your resume.
Engage With Us: Fellows are encouraged to engage constructively with our grantee network and contribute to Open Society-U.S.’s strategic goal of building and supporting a multi-racial democracy.
Deadline: January 31, 2024
Important Information:
- Grants to fellows are public information, including names and project descriptions.
- Applicants can inquire about project fit before applying by emailing OSUSFellowships@opensocietyfoundations.org by January 22, 2024.
Don’t miss this chance to be a change agent! Apply now and make a lasting impact on social change from within government.
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Download Files
Download the complete guidelines.
Download the proposal cover page and narrative.
