Apply for the V20 Climate Prosperity Fellowship 2025

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Application Deadline: August 15, 2025

The V20 Climate Prosperity Fellowship Program is now open for applications from mid- to senior-level professionals in V20 member countries. This prestigious initiative, launched by the V20 Finance Ministers in partnership with the Boston University Global Development Policy Center, is designed to build resilient economic leadership in the face of growing climate challenges.

Background and Vision

The Climate Prosperity Fellowship was first announced during the 2023 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund in Marrakech, Morocco. It forms a core part of the broader agenda to mobilize global support and champion climate-forward solutions for nations most vulnerable to climate change.

By equipping professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of international climate finance and policy, the Fellowship aims to strengthen national implementation of Climate Prosperity Plans (CPPs). These plans are crucial for creating climate-resilient economies and unlocking sustainable development in vulnerable regions.

Program Goals and Focus Areas

The Fellowship curriculum is structured around key themes such as:

  • Reforming international financial architecture
  • Enhancing policy negotiation capabilities
  • Mainstreaming climate risk into financial surveillance
  • Advancing debt sustainability analyses
  • Mobilizing climate finance and carbon exchange strategies

Fellows will align their training with the 2024 CVF-V20 Leaders’ Declaration and the 14th V20 Ministerial Dialogue Communiqué, gaining advocacy strategies to influence global financial processes. The program fosters meaningful engagement with institutions shaping international economic policy, including the World Bank, IMF, and other leading financial bodies.

Who Should Apply?

Applications are open to professionals from Ministries of Finance, Economy, and Planning in V20 member countries. Ideal candidates will possess:j

  • Citizenship of a V20 member country
  • 5–10 years of relevant experience in international affairs, public policy, environmental sustainability, or climate finance
  • Foundational knowledge of macroeconomic principles
  • Proficiency in English and competency in Microsoft Excel
  • Commitment to active participation in virtual and in-person sessions
  • Interest in contributing to national climate policy post-fellowship
  • Availability to travel internationally during the fellowship period

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Application Requirements

Interested applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format by Friday, 15 August 2025, at 5:00 PM GMT:

  1. Letter of Interest
    Addressed to Sara Jane Ahmed, Managing Director and V20 Finance Advisor, CVF-V20 Secretariat. The letter should outline relevant professional experience and motivation for joining the fellowship.
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    An up-to-date CV detailing educational background, work experience, and relevant qualifications.

Selection Timeline

  • 15 August 2025: Application deadline
  • 1–5 September 2025: Panel interviews
  • 12 September 2025: Announcement of selected fellows
  • 1 October 2025: Deadline for endorsement letters from respective Ministries
  • 6 October 2025: Official orientation session for fellows

Program Structure and Key Dates

The Fellowship combines virtual learning and in-person residencies, offering immersive engagement with the CVF-V20 Secretariat, senior policymakers, and academic institutions.

Program Timeline:

  • October 2025: Virtual webinars commence
  • December 2025: First in-person residency
  • January 2026: Capstone project proposals submitted
  • March 2026: Virtual meetings and contributions to Spring Meeting preparations
  • April 2026: Participation in 2026 Spring Meetings and V20 Ministerial Dialogue
  • May 2026: Second in-person residency
  • June 2026: Final online presentation of capstone projects

Locations for in-person sessions will be communicated in advance.

Why You Should Apply

The V20 Climate Prosperity Fellowship offers a rare opportunity to:

  • Influence global climate finance discourse
  • Build technical expertise in debt sustainability and carbon financing
  • Collaborate with international financial institutions
  • Develop innovative strategies to strengthen your country’s climate agenda
  • Join a growing network of climate-resilient leaders

This is more than a training program—it’s a movement to empower climate-vulnerable nations with the knowledge, tools, and networks needed to drive climate prosperity from the ground up.

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