The Leadership Masterclass Programme is the Academy's career development programme. It lasts nine months and is a part-time option for professionals working from October 2023 to June 2024, in parallel with the Academy's scholarships. It is sponsored by the Asfari Foundation, Robert Bosch Stiftung and the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
Established in 2017, the Leadership Masterclass Programme offers participants the opportunity to engage and develop their independent thinking skills on global policy and leadership issues by taking part in a variety of regular sessions and activities, all held at Chatham House with world-class experts. They also have the environment to develop a network with other like-minded individuals, all with the support of a professional career coach.
Applications are open between 10am (Brasília time) on Wednesday 9 August and 10am (Brasília time) on Monday 4 September 2023. Applications will be analysed on a rolling basis and the deadline can be brought forward if necessary, so applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Image - A group of young people chatting to each other in a circle at a workshop in Chatham House.
Requirements and structure
WHO CAN APPLY?
Citizenship
The Asfari Foundation stream is open to citizens of Algeria, Bahrain, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Palestine (State of Palestine), Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Yemen.
The Robert Bosch Stiftung stream is open to citizens of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine and Russia.
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation stream is open to citizens of any African country.
The programme is open to candidates based in London.
Preference is given to candidates who can come to London one day a week (usually Wednesdays), as the programme is designed to be delivered face-to-face.
Careers
Eligibility is limited to individuals who meet the selection criteria and work in one of the following areas: academia, NGOs, business, government departments, civil society or the media.
Age restrictions
We don't impose age restrictions on applicants.
HOW LONG AND WHERE?
Duration
Participants in the Leadership Masterclass will join the Academy one day a week (mainly on Wednesdays) at Chatham House between October 2023 and June 2024, with a break for the Christmas holidays.
The sessions take place in person on Wednesdays between 9am and 4pm. Most weeks, the sessions will be 1.5 hours long, with some weeks requiring several sessions of no more than 6 hours. The programme will be released quarterly so that participants can plan their time.
Participants are expected to attend a minimum of 70% of the programme activities and attend sessions in person, unless otherwise agreed before the start of the programme. Participants are expected to contribute to discussions, engage with speakers and take advantage of networking opportunities throughout the programme.
Location
The programme will be delivered in person at Chatham House in London.
HOW IS IT STRUCTURED AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Programme structure
Participants will learn and contribute alongside Academy Fellows to the core elements of the Leadership Programme, which encompasses the following:
- The intensive induction of
Academia starts with an intensive five-day induction week at Chatham House to familiarise yourself with the elements of the scholarships and the Leadership Programme, get to know your host research programme and have your first personal development coaching session. - Discussion seminars In these sessions, the fellows get together and discuss the current challenges of
international affairs with subject matter experts from Chatham House and beyond. The sessions cover the key substantive and skills-based areas vital for informed and effective international leadership. Fellows usually chair these sessions and are expected to contribute and learn from each other's experience. - Leadership workshops
Every two months, fellows participate in half-day workshops focusing on skills development within specific aspects of leadership such as 'Leadership in a new role' and 'Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship'. - Project presentations
Fellows present updates on their research projects which help develop presentation skills, provide a valuable forum for peer-review, and to think about and analyse issues outside their own area of expertise. - Personal development coaching fellows join the Academy seeking to increase their self-knowledge through one-to-one sessions with a dedicated coach, with whom they set personal development goals.
personal development that they work to fulfil during their communion and beyond. - Media training
Fellows learn how to interview effectively on television and radio, culminating in a mock interview from which they receive feedback on their presentation style and any areas for improvement. - The fellows of the Breakfast Briefing Academy 'Leadership in the 21st Century' have priority in participating in the Briefings series
Breakfast 'Leadership in the 21st Century', giving them the opportunity to discuss leadership experiences and lessons in an informal setting with recognised leaders from the government, business, media and non-profit sectors. - Career mentoring (optional)
Fellows' development is facilitated and supported by partnerships with mentors to improve their career prospects and trajectory.
Remuneration and benefits
The cost of participating in the programme will be covered by the Academy.
DOCUMENTATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
To apply for this scholarship, we need:
- CV/resume of the candidate
- A completed application form
Selection criteria:
- Meet nationality requirements
- They must be professionals at an early to mid-career stage
- Be able to demonstrate a strong potential to excel in your industry or field
- Are or aspire to be in positions that require international thinking or action
- Have an understanding of the interconnectedness of global political issues
- Work or aspire to work in positions that require a strong understanding of politics and influence on politics
- Have a global perspective and understanding of the challenges related to working in and between different cultures
- Demonstrate your suitability for the criteria
- Be motivated by the values and mission of Chatham House
Participants will be selected based on their experience, expertise and how the masterclass opportunity will support them at this point in their career. The Academy team will also take into account the background of other Leadership Masterclass participants and Academy Fellows to ensure a diverse cohort.
Selection process:
- First stage: Complete the application. All applications will be analysed on an ongoing basis and shortlisted by our selection committee.
- Second stageParticipants will be selected on the basis of their CV and answers to the questions provided on the application form and notified via e-mail.
Apply
Registration is now open
Apply for the Leadership Masterclass Programme. Applications are open between 10am BST on Wednesday 9 August and 10am BST on Monday 4 September 2023
