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NGO Fellowship Program 2024 by Taiwan Aid [Fully Funded]: Apply by June 1

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Apr 19, 2024
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Applications are invited for the NGO Fellowship Program 2024 by Taiwan Aid. The last date for the application is June 1, 2024.

About Taiwan Aid

Established by Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation, Zhi-Shan Foundation Taiwan, Eden Social Welfare Foundation, Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps, and Field Relief Agency of Taiwan in 2004 and registered in 2013, Taiwan AID (Taiwan Alliance in International Development) is a platform for Taiwan-based nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) with nearly 30 members working all over the world. Members are involved in various sectors, such as medical service, education, information, gender issues, emergency relief, community development, human trafficking, humanitarian assistance, and volunteer service.

About Fellowship

The NGO Fellowship Program is a one-month opportunity for professionals from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Northeast Asia (including Japan, South Korea, and Mongolia) to gain first-hand experience in the Taiwanese NGO sector. The Program includes workshops, a three-week NGO placement, and roundtable events with the fellows’ Taiwanese counterparts.

Key Features

NGO Placement: The fellows will be placed in Taiwan’s NGO according to their professional backgrounds. The host NGOs will welcome the fellows for three weeks, during which time they can engage in daily operations and get to know Taiwanese NGOs. Depending on the nature of the NGOs, fellows will engage in diverse activities, such as event preparation, project management, or fundraising activities.
Workshop: At the program’s start, the fellows will attend a four-day workshop to deepen their knowledge of NGOs.
Roundtable Event: The fellows will attend a roundtable event with Taiwanese NGO professionals during the program. They can share their practical experiences and observations in the field.
Future Project Collaboration: At the end of the program, fellows will be expected to propose a project draft for future cooperation in their home countries. The program will give fellows and host NGOs opportunities to explore future cooperation.

Fellowship Schedule

Sept. 29: Taipei arrival
Sept. 30 – Oct 3: Workshop and site visits
Oct. 4: Roundtable
Oct. 5 – 24: Field placement
Oct. 25: Wrap-up
Oct. 26: Pride Parade in Taipei
Oct. 27: Taipei departure

Who is it for?

Number of selected Fellows: 15
Age: NGO professionals from 25 to 40 years old.
Professions: Community development, environment, education, gender, human rights, media and information technology, LGBTQ+, medical service, and social welfare. Outstanding applicants from other NGO fields will also be considered.
Experience: At least three years of work experience in the NGO sector. Demonstrated professional excellence, independent and self-motivated, able to complete an independent fellowship.
Nationalities:
- Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- South Asia: Bhutan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.
- Northeast Asia: Japan, South Korea, Mongolia.
Language: Fluency in written and oral English and fluency in Mandarin is a plus.

Sponsorship

Fellows’ expenses of flight, lodging (shared room), food, and transportation will be covered. Fellows will receive per diem during the three-week placement.

Application Process

Applicants should fill in the registration form and upload documents, including:

A one-page CV, formatted to letter-size paper
A personal headshot
A personal statement (a one-page statement that explains the purpose of applying for the Fellowship, expectations, and a personal career plan)
2 recommendations letters

The recommendation letters can be provided by individuals familiar with your performance within your organization. Therefore, at least one recommendation letter should be issued by your supervisor or colleague. To gain insight into who you are as a candidate, we encourage your references to focus on describing your personality, creativity, leadership, and other relevant qualities. We do not have a preferred format for recommendation letters.