Applications are now open for the prestigious Overseas Development Institute (ODI) Fellowship Scheme 2026-2028, offering young professionals a rare opportunity to work as civil servants in governments across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, the Pacific, and the Western Balkans.
The two-year fixed-term programme places fellows in key public sector institutions such as finance and planning ministries, ministries of health and education, central banks, statistics offices, and regulatory bodies.
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Fellows are employed as local civil servants, reporting directly to local managers, while gaining hands-on experience in development policy and public service in low- and middle-income countries.
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Successful candidates will receive a total compensation package (net of tax) of approximately £32,600 in the first year and £34,600 in the second year, inclusive of a housing allowance that adjusts according to the cost of living in the host country.
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Using the current mid-market exchange rate of roughly ₦1,835 per £1, this translates to about ₦59.8 million in the first year and ₦63.5 million in the second year.
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Fellows are paid by their host institutions as local civil servants, with ODI providing an additional monthly supplement and housing support.
Who Can Apply?
The scheme is open to candidates of all nationalities, with strong encouragement for applications from LGBTQ+ and disabled candidates.
It primarily targets postgraduate economists and statisticians with a keen interest in development issues.
Key requirements include:
– A sound grasp of economic and statistical theory and the ability to apply it to real-world problems.
– Strong analytical, data interpretation, and problem-solving skills.
– Excellent communication abilities — explaining complex ideas clearly to non-specialists in both writing and speech.
– Personal qualities such as resilience, cultural sensitivity, adaptability, humility, and the ability to thrive in resource-constrained environments.
– Demonstrable interest in public policy, relevant experience (work or voluntary), language skills (English is essential), and solid IT proficiency.
Prior experience in development or government settings is an advantage but not mandatory.
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
Since its launch in 1963, the ODI Fellowship Scheme has placed over 1,300 fellows worldwide. Governments continue to demand the programme, reflecting the high level of responsibility and impact entrusted to participants.
