The Digital Impact Alliance (DIAL) Fellowship Program offers mid-career researchers and practitioners a chance to explore key questions in digital public infrastructure and data governance. Fellows can pursue their own research agendas while contributing to DIAL’s goals of enhancing the design, deployment, and governance of foundational digital systems and data-sharing innovations.
Key Benefits
- Conduct research on digital public infrastructure and data governance.
- Receive a stipend of $5,000 USD.
- Work remotely from anywhere in the world.
- Join a global network of professionals shaping the future of digital development.
Eligibility Criteria
- 8-15 years of experience in digital development, policy, or research.
- Demonstrated interest and work experience at the intersection of technology and society, focusing on topics like digital public infrastructure and data governance.
- A track record of producing high-quality writing, research, or policy briefs.
- Experience working in or with countries from the global majority.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
Application Process
- Submit a current CV or resume highlighting relevant experience and qualifications.
- Provide a writing sample or portfolio demonstrating expertise in areas relevant to the fellowship.
- Submit a detailed research proposal (maximum 1,500 words) outlining your proposed project, including key questions, methodology, expected outcomes, and alignment with DIAL’s thematic priorities.
- Send your completed proposal to fellows@dial.global. (Dial Global).
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
