UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship 2025 applications are now opened . In this article, we will walk you through the details of this fully funded fellowship, including its benefits and how to apply step by step.
The UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship 2025-2026 offers a fully funded postdoctoral opportunity for international students. Fellows will receive a stipend of up to US$19,500 for the fellowship period, which can last up to 11 months. This fellowship, supported by OSI, aims to strengthen educational research in emerging economies, build research capacity, and enhance connections between research, policy, and practice in education.
Key Information for UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship 2025
- Level of Study: Postdoctoral
- Institution: UNESCO
- Location: Paris, France (1 month) and applicant’s home country for the remaining period
- Field of Study: Education
- Program Duration: 6 to 11 months
- Application Deadline: March 22, 2025
Fellowship Benefits
The UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship provides the following benefits:
- A stipend of up to US$19,500 for the duration of the fellowship.
- Full travel costs for one month of research in Paris, France.
- Access to a mentor from the GEM Report team, who will provide 3-5 hours per week of mentorship during the fellow’s stay in Paris, and 2 hours per week while the fellow is based in their home country.
- A desk and computer during the fellow’s time at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris.
Eligibility Criteria for UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship
To qualify for the Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report Fellowship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Language Proficiency: Must be fluent in one of UNESCO’s official languages, English or French, and able to draft high-quality research in English.
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries.
- Professional Background: Candidates must be associated with research institutions, government agencies, or professional organizations.
- Educational Requirements: Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in relevant fields such as education, sociology, economics, political science, or related areas, with experience in quantitative research methods and policy analysis.
- Research Proposal: The proposal must focus on a key educational policy issue, contribute to the GEM Report’s research objectives, and align with SDG 4, the international education goal.
Application Process for UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship 2025
To apply for the UNESCO GEM Report Fellowship, follow these steps:
- Language Requirement: Submit your application in English.
- Provide the Following Documents:
- A CV in UNESCO format.
- A one-page brief including project title, abstract (150 words), duration, and budget.
- A detailed project proposal (maximum 5 pages / 2,500 words), including:
- Research question and relevance to the GEM Report.
- Proposed data and methodology.
- Timeline and resources required.
- Three references to support your application.
- Submit Application: Send the complete application package to gemreport.fellowship@unesco.org.
Research Proposal Guidelines
To be successful, the research proposal should clearly outline the following:
- How the proposed research aligns with the GEM Report and addresses educational policy issues, such as access, equity, inclusion, and quality in education.
- The data and statistical methods that will be used in the research.
- A feasible timeline for completing the project.
- The benefits of conducting part of the research in Paris and how it will contribute to the overall project.
Selection Process
Applications will be evaluated based on the applicant’s qualifications, the originality of the research proposal, and its potential to contribute to educational policy debates. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to adjust their proposals in a review meeting. However, the GEM Report team will not provide feedback on proposals that are not selected.
For more information, visit the official website.