Missing Billion Initiative
Missing Billion Fellowship
Description
The Missing Billion Initiative is offering PhD students, postgraduate researchers and young professionals who are passionate about the topic of disability and health to join the Missing Billion Initiative as Fellows. During the appointment, you will be able to link your research work to an exciting system-change initiative aiming to improve health access and outcomes for people with disabilities worldwide.
About you:
You are a doer at heart who is passionate about disability and/or health policy. You want to expand the impact of your research work by moving it into practice, grow your network, and develop your professional skills and experience in the field. We are looking for curious folks who are not afraid of new challenges and know how to take initiative.We strongly encourage people with disabilities and from low- and middle-income countries to apply.
What you can expect from the fellowship:
Learn from leading academics and practitioners in the fieldReceive guidance and mentorship from the leadership teamHave potential opportunities for paid consultancies.
Help shape new projects and gain exposure to strategic planning and implementation work.
Gain insights into how a system change initiative operatesDevelop your professional and communications skills and put your research into practice. By joining the team as a Fellow, you will become an ambassador for the Initiative’s work, resources, and tools.
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you are hesitating, apply!
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