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TechnoServe is seeking qualified candidates to join TechnoServe Fellows Program. Fellows take part in field-based projects ranging from 3 to 12 months in which they engage with entrepreneurs, industry experts, TechnoServe field staff, and other stakeholders.

The TechnoServe Fellows Program, formerly known as Volunteer Consultants, plays a crucial role in advancing TechnoServe’s mission to fight poverty through business solutions. Fellows collaborate with full-time staff to make a significant impact worldwide. Notably, 100% of our Fellows would recommend the program to friends and colleagues.

Since 1996, TechnoServe has engaged over 1,200 Fellows on three to twelve-month projects in Africa, India, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This competitive fellowship offers business professionals the chance to use their skills to make a difference in international development, gaining firsthand experience in a cross-cultural, entrepreneurial environment.

TechnoServe Fellows Program Benefits

Travel Costs Covered: Includes international airfare, in-country accommodation and transportation, per diem expenses, visas, and other travel-related costs.
Professional Growth: Build new skills and challenge yourself in a diverse, dynamic setting.
Global Alumni Network: Connect with professionals from top-tier consulting firms, industries, nonprofit organizations, and graduate schools.

Project Descriptions

TechnoServe Fellows engage in diverse roles, often involving:

Assessing market opportunities and value chains
Crafting business and funding strategies with clients
Strengthening client operations and organizational capacity
Designing innovative projects and proposals
Evaluating program impacts

Some projects also include creating communications materials, developing training curricula, and conducting strategic research.

Eligibility Criteria for TechnoServe Fellows Program

To be eligible for the Fellows Program, you must:

Have successfully completed your undergraduate studies at an accredited four-year program.
Have at least two to three years of professional, full-time work experience.
Be available to volunteer for a minimum of ten weeks on the ground.

How to Apply

TechnoServe welcome applications on a rolling basis. The TechnoServe Fellows Program aligns candidate skills and interests with project requirements, and applicants are interviewed as new opportunities emerge.
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