Catalyst Now Learning Initiatives Fellowship 2026

The Catalyst Now Learning Initiatives Fellowship 2026 is a funded remote fellowship for individuals passionate about social innovation, systems change, learning, and global collaboration. The fellowship offers participants the opportunity to work with Catalyst Now, a global movement that connects thousands of social innovators working to address challenges such as climate change, inequality, health, education, livelihoods, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

The six-month fellowship is designed for individuals who enjoy coordinating programmes, facilitating learning, and supporting knowledge-sharing initiatives. Fellows will work closely with Catalyst Now's Community Building and Learning team to coordinate the organisation's Learning Series, Fundraising Masterclasses, and Academic Hubs while helping strengthen engagement across its global network.

The position is fully remote and can be carried out from most countries, provided the fellow can maintain approximately five hours of overlap with Central European Time (CET/CEST) working hours. Successful applicants who are not receiving another grant or scholarship will receive a monthly stipend of USD 750 throughout the fellowship.

About Catalyst Now Learning Initiatives Fellowship

Catalyst Now is a global movement that brings together social innovators, nonprofit organisations, philanthropic institutions, businesses, and community leaders working to create lasting social change. Originally launched as Catalyst 2030, the organisation has grown into an international network representing more than 7,400 members and nearly 5,000 organisations across over 150 countries.

The Learning Initiatives Fellowship supports Catalyst Now's mission by helping organise learning opportunities that enable members to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and strengthen collaborative solutions to global challenges.

Throughout the fellowship, participants will coordinate virtual learning sessions, communicate with facilitators and participants, manage schedules, support programme delivery, document learning outcomes, and assist with monitoring participation. Fellows will also contribute to improving knowledge management systems and ensuring that learning resources remain accessible to Catalyst Now's growing global community.

The fellowship is ideal for individuals who are interested in education, community engagement, programme coordination, knowledge management, international development, and systems change. Because the work involves collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders from different regions, fellows will gain valuable experience working within an international and multicultural environment.

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will receive both financial and professional development benefits, including:

• Monthly stipend of USD 750 for fellows who are not receiving another grant or scholarship.
• Six months of practical experience working with an international organisation.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to collaborate with social innovators from more than 150 countries.
• Experience coordinating global learning initiatives.
• Exposure to systems change and social innovation approaches.
• Professional development through hands-on programme coordination.
• Experience in knowledge management and community engagement.
• Opportunity to contribute to international learning events and collaborative initiatives.
• Flexible remote working environment with an international team.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Demonstrate a strong interest in social innovation and systems change.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Be comfortable working in a remote international environment.
• Have experience or interest in programme coordination, community engagement, learning, or knowledge management.
• Be able to work independently while collaborating with an international team.
• Be available for approximately five hours of overlap with Central European working hours.
• Have strong written and spoken English.
• Be able to commit to the full six-month fellowship period.

Available Areas Of Study

Applicants from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Relevant fields include:

• International Development
• Education
• Social Innovation
• Public Policy
• Nonprofit Management
• Community Development
• Communication Studies
• Project Management
• Knowledge Management
• Sociology
• Political Science
• International Relations
• Business Administration
• Development Studies
• Other related disciplines

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Completed online application form.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé.
• Responses to application questions.
• Information demonstrating relevant experience.
• Any additional documents requested during the application process.

Candidates should ensure that their applications clearly demonstrate their organisational abilities, communication skills, and interest in social innovation.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be assessed based on:

• Relevant professional or volunteer experience.
• Organisational and coordination skills.
• Communication abilities.
• Interest in learning and knowledge-sharing.
• Commitment to social innovation and systems change.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Motivation for joining Catalyst Now.
• Overall quality of the application.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Catalyst Now Careers page.
2. Read the fellowship description carefully.
3. Review the eligibility requirements.
4. Complete the online application form.
5. Upload your updated CV or résumé.
6. Answer all application questions accurately.
7. Review your application before submission.
8. Submit your application before the deadline.