Announcements - U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia
Summary: The U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia is recruiting mid-career professionals for the 2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This U.S. government-funded exchange provides an academic year of non-degree graduate study and professional development. Applications are due by July 19, 2026.
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a prestigious U.S. government-funded exchange for mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential. The program facilitates an academic year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and professional collaboration in the United States. Eligible fields include Communications and Journalism, Law and Governance, Natural Resources Policy, Public and Economic Policy, Public Health Policy and Management, and Technology Policy and Management. Applicants must be Ethiopian citizens or permanent residents, aged 32-45, with at least five years of professional experience. The program requires a commitment to return to Ethiopia for at least two years following the fellowship. Applications must be submitted online by July 19, 2026.
Document outline
1. Program Overview: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship 2. Eligible Fields of Study 3. Application Requirements and Components 4. Strict Eligibility Qualifications 5. Application Deadline and Submission Process 6. Important Program Notes (No family accompaniment, return commitment)