Chatham House Leadership Masterclass Programme 2025-26

Applications are now open for the Chatham House Leadership Masterclass Programme 2025-26, a prestigious nine-month, part-time career development opportunity offered by The Queen Elizabeth II Academy for Leadership and the Next Generation at Chatham House. Designed for early to mid-career professionals in fields such as academia, NGOs, business, government, civil society, or media, this programme runs from October 2025 to June 2026 in London.

It covers all costs, with no application fee. Eligible applicants include citizens of select Middle Eastern and North African countries (Asfari Foundation stream) or alumni of the International Strategy Forum Fellowship, all based in London. The application deadline is 11:59 PM BST, Tuesday, 26 August 2025. This programme equips participants with leadership skills, policy expertise, and networking opportunities to drive global impact. You can check out more BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here. 

Key Details

• Programme Duration: October 2025 – June 2026 (with a Christmas break)
• Location: In-person at Chatham House, London
• Time Commitment: One day a week (typically Thursdays, 9 AM – 5 PM), 1.5–6 hours per session, with 70% attendance required
• Application Deadline: 26 August 2025
• Funding: Cost of the programme will be covered by the Academy
• Eligible Fields: Academia, NGOs, business, government, civil society, media
• Education Requirement: BA degree or equivalent
• Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship:
  • Asfari Foundation Stream: 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) and Yemen who are based in London.
  • International Strategy Forum Stream: Alumni of the International Strategy Forum Fellowship, based in London.
• Education: Applicants must hold a completed BA degree or equivalent.
• Fields: Academia, NGOs, business, government departments, civil society, or media.
• Age: No age restrictions.
• Career: Eligibility is limited to individuals who meet the selection criteria and work in one of the following fields: academia, NGO, business, government departments, civil society or the media.

Postdoc in Austria: Vienna Center for Advanced Studies (ViCAS) Early-Career Fellowship

Selection Process

Participants are selected based on:

• Professional experience and expertise.
• Potential to benefit from the programme at their current career stage.
• Contribution to a diverse cohort.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.

Benefits

• Cost of the programme will be covered by the Academy;
• Weekly Training: In-person sessions with global experts at Chatham House.
• Chatham House Membership: Individual membership during the programme and for two years after.
• Career Coaching: Personalized guidance for professional growth.
• Networking: Connect with a diverse cohort of professionals and global leaders.

Best opportunity: St John’s College Research Fellowship in UK

How to Apply

Required Documents

• Updated CV/résumé

Also check: AUS Postdoctoral Fellowship Award 

Application Process

• Apply via the Chatham House website between 15 August 2025, 12 PM and 26 August 2025, 11:59 PM BST.
• Ensure eligibility and commitment to in-person requirements.
• Contact [email protected] for accessibility support or inquiries.