Closing Date:
Varies by country and program
Student Type:
Professionals from eligible developing countries (see country list below)
Study Area:
Short-term training courses in key development sectors, including:
- Agriculture & Food Security (e.g., sustainable farming, food processing)
- Climate Change & Environment (e.g., renewable energy, conservation)
- Public Policy & Governance (e.g., public administration, judicial reform)
- Education & Vocational Training (e.g., educational leadership, TVET)
- Health & Medicine (e.g., disease control, public health management)
- Economic Development & Infrastructure (e.g., financial management, urban planning)
Scholarship Value:
- Full tuition coverage
- Round-trip international airfare and domestic travel in NZ
- Monthly living allowance (accommodation, meals, insurance)
- Additional support for study materials or field visits (if applicable)
Description:
Funded by the New Zealand Government, these scholarships provide 2-6 months of specialized training to enhance professional skills. Recipients must apply their new expertise to development projects in their home countries.
Eligibility:
- Nationality Requirements: Open to citizens of:
- Africa: Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Rwanda
- Asia: Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Nepal
- Pacific: Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Tonga
- Latin America: Peru, Colombia, Ecuador
- Professional Background:
- Government officials, NGO workers, educators, healthcare professionals, etc.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
- Language Proficiency: English language test scores (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL) may be required.
How to Apply:
- Online Application: Submit via New Zealand Scholarships website https://www.nzscholarships.govt.nz/
- Required Documents:
- CV (highlighting professional achievements)
- Recommendation letters (from employer/academic institution)
- Study plan (explaining how training will benefit home country)
- Country-Specific Processes: Some nations require nomination by local authorities.
Notes:
- Course offerings vary annually; verify updates on the official site.
- Priority may be given to Pacific Island applicants under regional initiatives.