AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program 2026: Call for Application

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program

The World Bank in partnership with the African Economic Research Council, has opened applications for its 2026 Visiting Research Scholars Program.

Get Realtime Updates from Scholars World on Google News (Follow us)

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program is a fully funded collaborative fellowship that allows African economists to spend 4 to 6 months at the World Bank headquarters.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.

Join the Scholars World community on X (Twitter) to explore the world of opportunities!

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program Abstract

  • Host: AERC x World Bank
  • Study Abroad: Study Abroad || Study-In-USA
  • Location: World Bank, USA
  • Category:  Fellowships 
  • Benefits: Full Scholarship
    • Training
    • Networking
    • Publication Opportunity
  • Eligibility: African Countries
  • Deadline: September 6, 2026

Click HERE To receive more daily scholarship updates from Scholars World.

Join our WhatsApp and Telegram groups to receive daily updates on scholarships

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program Details

AERC invites its network of researchers and faculty to submit an expression of interest to participate in the AERC World Bank visiting scholars program.

The visiting scholars program provides an opportunity for AERC researchers to visit the World Bank for four-six months, with a total of three researchers visiting every year. Visiting scholars will be selected from among AERC network members based on set guidelines including the World Bank’s policies and procedures. 

The fellowship program will enable participants to spend time at the World Bank, work on their own research relevant to economic development in Africa and work with World Bank’s researchers, especially those in the Africa Region. 

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program Benefits

The AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program offers the following benefits;

  • be part of the Office of the Chief Economist for Africa Region (DECAF) team;
  • attend DECAF-led activities; benefit from capacity-building efforts being organized by DECAF, including collaboration with scholars and peers doing analytical work on World Bank Regional Flagship Studies;
  • interact with the World Bank’s researchers; fully utilize the World Bank’s resources to:
    • revise their draft paper and submit it to the World Bank Working Paper Series and a ranking Journal; 
    • present at least one seminar on their own research while in the program; 
    • contribute meaningfully to the World Bank’s Africa Region ongoing research and analytical work; 
    • develop a repository of research interests; and
    • comply with all other terms and conditions included in their terms of reference and applicable consultancy contract. 

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program Requirements

To be eligible for the AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Must be an AERC researcher, including researchers from the AERC collaborative PhD  programme CPP);
  • Must have an active AERC research project at least at interim/post field stage or final research paper stage; and
  • The research project must be pertinent to the research agenda of the World Bank Africa Region, and imperatives for sustained African development.  
  • Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU

AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program 2026 Required Documents

While applying for the AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program 2026, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • Statement of Interest (maximum 2 pages).
  • Draft Research Paper relevant to African development and the World Bank’s regional agenda.
  • Curriculum/Course Materials you plan to improve during the fellowship (if applicable).
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

How To Apply for AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program

To apply for the AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Program 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Prepare the required documents
  • Submit your application including all relevant documents and attachments.
  • Application packages must be emailed to the AERC Research Department using the email [email protected] copying to [email protected]).
  • Please submit your expression of interest on or before the deadline (September 6, 2026). 

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: September 6th, 2026

CLICK HERE TO APPLY
SHARE THIS SCHOLARSHIP

Related Posts