World Bank Group · Washington, D.C.
Applications are open for the World Bank Group Government Analytics Fellowship 2027, an initiative designed to help public servants strengthen government performance through data informed decision making. The fellowship supports government officials who want to use existing administrative data and analytical methods to understand institutional challenges, improve public services, and make more effective policy and management decisions.
Developed around the principles of the Government Analytics Handbook, the programme helps participants turn government information into practical insights. Rather than focusing only on academic learning, it encourages fellows to identify a real challenge within their institutions and develop a Government Analytics project that could lead to measurable improvements.
The fellowship is intended for nominated public servants working in central government organisations, including government agencies. Applicants should hold mid level management or senior analyst positions, have relevant quantitative knowledge, and receive institutional support to develop and implement a proposed project.
The Government Analytics Fellowship is a professional development programme from the World Bank Group that aims to strengthen the capacity of public institutions to use data in their everyday operations. Governments collect extensive information through payroll systems, procurement records, administrative processes, public servant surveys, and service delivery assessments. However, these resources are not always used effectively to identify problems or guide decisions.
The fellowship helps government officials learn how to analyse such information, identify institutional weaknesses, and develop evidence based solutions. Participants work towards a project relevant to their organisation, with an emphasis on practical application rather than theory alone.
The programme draws on the expertise behind the Government Analytics Handbook and provides opportunities to learn from specialists and connect with a wider community of public servants, academics, data experts, and governance practitioners.
Applicants should understand that the fellowship is intended for government professionals with a suitable institutional role. A strong application needs to demonstrate not only an interest in data, but also a clear opportunity to apply analytical methods to a genuine challenge within the applicant’s organisation.
The programme offers different participation options to accommodate government officials with varying schedules and institutional needs.
• Online only track: A self paced virtual learning experience designed to provide flexibility for officials balancing professional responsibilities.
• Immersive in person track: A competitive option for a small group of officials who can commit substantial time to developing and completing a Government Analytics project.
• Regional hub track: Fellowship opportunities organised around regional hubs, allowing participants to engage through more localised programme arrangements.
Applicants interested in the immersive track should be prepared for the additional commitment required, including completion of the virtual course and submission of their project before participating in the in person component.
Selected fellows can benefit from the following opportunities:
• Training focused on developing and implementing a Government Analytics project.
• Practical knowledge from experts associated with the Government Analytics Handbook.
• Support from World Bank and academic experts to strengthen project design and implementation.
• Opportunities to translate government data into actionable insights for institutional improvement.
• Access to a global learning community of public servants, researchers, data specialists, and governance practitioners.
• Dedicated mentoring from a World Bank expert for selected fellows.
• An opportunity to strengthen analytical, problem solving, and evidence based decision making skills.
• Professional development that can support more effective public administration and institutional reform.
• A two week immersive experience in Washington, D.C., working with World Bank staff, academics, experts, and fellow government practitioners.
• Dedicated expert mentoring connected to the fellow’s proposed project.
• For eligible applicants from countries receiving official development assistance, the World Bank covers hotel accommodation, travel, and subsistence associated with participation in the Washington course.
Applicants should confirm the precise arrangements and eligibility conditions for travel support before making commitments. The opportunity does not specify a general salary or cash stipend for every participant.
To apply for the World Bank Group Government Analytics Fellowship 2027, candidates must meet the following requirements:
• Be formally nominated by their organisation. A maximum of two fellows may be nominated from each organisation.
• Work in a central government organisation, including a government agency.
• Hold a mid level management or senior analyst position, or an equivalent role.
• Have the authority and institutional support needed to develop a Government Analytics project.
• Have completed tertiary level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods.
• Demonstrate proficiency in English.
• Propose a Government Analytics project that is clearly relevant to their institution and has potential for implementation.
• Be available to travel to Washington, D.C., for approximately two weeks in March 2027. Exact dates will be communicated when confirmed.
• Commit to completing the virtual Government Analytics Fellowship course.
• Submit the proposed Government Analytics project before attending the in person training.
• Successfully complete the required virtual course and project submission to participate in the in person component.
Applicants should ensure that their organisation understands the time commitment and is prepared to support their participation.
Applicants must prepare the following documents in English:
• Curriculum Vitae: A comprehensive CV of no more than three pages, highlighting relevant experience, qualifications, professional responsibilities, and previous coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods.
• Government Analytics Project Summary: A summary of approximately 150 words describing a project the applicant intends to undertake within their organisation.
• Organisational Endorsement Letter: An official letter nominating the applicant, confirming their position, and demonstrating institutional support for both participation in the fellowship and the proposed project.
All application documents must be submitted in PDF format.
Applications should demonstrate the candidate’s ability to apply analytical approaches to a practical government challenge. A competitive proposal should explain the institutional problem, why it matters, and how available data could help the organisation understand or address it.
The proposed project should have a clear connection to the applicant’s responsibilities and a realistic prospect of implementation. Institutional endorsement is important because the programme expects fellows to work on projects that can contribute to improvements within their organisations.
Applicants seeking the in person track should also demonstrate that they can commit the necessary time and secure support from their organisation for the intensive programme.
Interested public servants can follow these steps:
Washington, D.C.
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