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    ISS Dakar Junior Fellowship Programme 2026–2027: Fully Funded Policy Fellowship in West Africa for Young Leaders (Stipend, Travel, Accommodation Included) @Institute for Security Studies

    3 days ago·Institute for Security Studies is hiring a ISS Dakar Junior Fellowship Programme 2026–2027: Fully Funded Policy Fellowship in West Africa for Young Leaders (Stipend, Travel, Accommodation Included)·📍 Location: Global

    Overview

    The ISS Dakar Junior Fellowship Programme 2026–2027 is a prestigious fully funded opportunity for emerging policy professionals aiming to influence governance and security discourse in West Africa.

    Eligibility

    • Citizens of West African countries only.

    Eligible Region: West Africa (e.g., Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Mali, etc.). Non-West African applicants are not eligible.

    Benefits

    • Monthly stipend.
    • Health insurance.
    • Free accommodation in Dakar.
    • Return airfare to and from home country.
    • Mentorship from leading African policy experts.
    • Access to high-level policymakers.
    • Participation in workshops and seminars.
    • Career advancement opportunities in international organizations and governments.

    How to Apply

    Applicants should submit a detailed CV, a motivation letter, academic qualifications, references, and identification documents via the official ISS careers portal.

    Deadline

    May 10, 2026

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