INTRODUCTION

Australia Awards Fellowships aim to build networks of influence and leadership by strengthening partnerships between Australian organisations and partner organisations in the region. Fellowships target senior and mid-career officials and professionals who are in a position to advance development outcomes in priority areas and increase the institutional capacity of partner countries through their leadership.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Australian organisations such as government institutions, businesses, and non-government organisations are eligible to apply. Organisations must be legal entities with an Australian Business Number and must be able to demonstrate links with partner organisations in participating countries and provide in-kind or financial contributions to support Fellowships. Individuals cannot apply.

ELIGIBILITY

Australian organisations must ensure that all nominated Fellows meet the following general eligibility requirements:

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing the Fellowship
  • Not be a permanent resident or be applying for permanent residency in Australia or partner with someone who is a citizen of an eligible country
  • Not be currently serving military personnel
  • Be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Home Affairs for (DFAT sponsored) student visas subclass 500
  • Be able to participate in the Fellowship.
  • Be able to travel without family members as DFAT will only fund and provide visa support letters for individual Fellows, not their family members
  • Fellows with a disability that requires assistance must travel with a career

Fellowship Award

Australian organisations can request funding of up to AUD $30,000 per Fellow, to a maximum of 15 Fellows to cover:

  • Return air travel and relevant in-Australia travel
  • Training costs
  • Accommodation and living expenses
  • Medical insurance costs when in Australia (for Fellowship holder only)
  • Special assistance for people with disability
  • Program overhead fee.

HOW TO APPLY

  • Applications must be submitted online.
  • PLEASE NOTE: You have until 11.59 pm (AEDT) on January 22, 2023, to submit your online application.
  • Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted for assessment.
  • Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted for assessment.