We believe that the Acumen Fellows Fund Program has one of the most open and flexible eligibility criteria in a fellowship program. It is happy to consider applications from social sector leaders and professionals with 3-7 years experience and preferably qualified with just a graduate degree.
Other key indicators for applicants include the following:
- Proven track record of leadership and management responsibilities
- Experience working in emerging markets
- Unrelenting perseverance, personal integrity, and critical thinking skills
- Strong passion and commitment
From the above information, it is clear that most of us working for the poor in developing countries can apply to this opportunity.
If you are still unsure, you can even take a look at some of the past fellows from diverse backgrounds who have received this fellowship and have benefited with or benefiting from the leadership training of the Program and the subsequent hands-on experience of working in different countries for finding solutions for global poverty. Visit this link to learn about these fellows.
How to submit the application: No emails accepted!
Applications for the Acumen Fellows Fund Program are accepted through an online application system. The Program does not accept email submissions, so please do not send any email to anyone at the Acumen Fund.
The online application system means that you need to fill in the required details by going to the specific page of Acumen Fund’s website. We have provided a simple guide on how to apply for the Acumen Fellows Fund Program using the online application system. Click here to read it.
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