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Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program (IDFP), 2020

The Catholic Relief Services is inviting applications for CRS International Development Fellows Program (IDFP) for the 2020/2021 academic year.

International applicants (must be legally authorized to work in the United States) can apply for this CRS international development fellowship program.

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A great offer to get a 12-month fellowship program with multiple benefits.

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The goal of the IDFP is to place fellows in positions where they can draw on their previous education and work experience while broadening their skills.

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas.

Application Deadline: November 1, 2020

Brief Description

  • Course Level: This 12 months fellowship program is awarded to increase overseas experience and exposure to CRS programs.
  • Study Subject: Fellowship is an opportunity for people interested in careers in international relief and development with a faith-based organization to experience the programs overseas.
  • Scholarship Award: Varies
  • Number of Scholarships: Not Known
  • Nationality: International applicants (must be legally authorized to work in the United States)
  • Scholarship can be taken in Overseas

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: International applicants (must be legally authorized to work in the United States) can apply for this CRS international development fellowship program.
  • Entrance Requirements: The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for these fellowships:
    • Graduate degree in field relevant and applicable to international development (e.g. Agriculture, Health, Engineering, Business, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain)
    • Professional proficiency in a second language (preference given to major languages spoken where CRS works)
    • At least six months of overseas work or volunteer experience in a developing country (consideration given to applicants with at least five years of experience living in a developing country)
    • Strong interest in a career in development or emergency relief
    • Fluency in English with strong oral and written communication skills
    • Willing to work in various regions and developing countries around the world
    • Able to work respectfully and professionally in a cross-cultural environment

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Application Procedure:

  • How to Apply: To be considered for the program, applicants must fill the online application form and complete the following 3 steps:
  • Prepare a statement of interest (preferably no more than one page) that answers the following two questions:
  • Considering the 4 primary learning areas of the fellows’ foundational training, what relevant experience can you leverage to be successful in the program?
  • Which of the 4 primary fellowship learning areas interests you most and why?
  1. Update your resume or CV to highlight your relevant experience and qualifications
  2. Complete the IDFP application
  • English Language Requirements: Applicants must have professional proficiency in French (preferred), Spanish, or Arabic. Fluency in English, with strong analytical, oral, and written communication skills is also required.

Benefits

The funding program will cover all the following study benefits:

  • Fellows enjoy an international PPO medical plan as well as vision coverage with zero deductible for in-network providers and low coinsurance and copayments.
  • CRS provides Fellows 20 days of paid vacation along with 12 days of sick leave annually. In addition, we offer 4 personal days to attend to emergency or non-emergency situations occurring during a normally scheduled workday.
  • CRS offers a 50% match on the first 6% of contributions as well as a contribution of 7% of pay regardless of employee contributions, after six months of service.
  • Fellows have access to CRS’s robust online learning platform. Additionally, CRS will reimburse up to $5,200 per year for employees pursuing degrees and professional certifications, after one year of employment.
  • CRS covers relocation costs such as transportation to and from the country of assignment, visas, inoculations, etc. Additionally, CRS provides 100% employer-funded medical evacuation coverage for the Fellow and their dependents.
  • CRS provides each Fellow with basic furnished housing, which includes electricity, running water, internet, and security services (if necessary). The Fellow’s housing is usually an apartment or house near the CRS office.