Call for applications for the Manaaki New Zealand Short Term Training Scholarships 2027, offered by the New Zealand Government under the Manaaki New Zealand scholarship program. This program offers professionals from eligible countries an opportunity to take short training courses focused on key development areas. The program is calling for applications from mid- and senior-level professionals working in public health, trade, diplomacy, renewable energy, climate resilience, food, and related fields. The course duration is 2-4 weeks. Depending on the course, participants may complete it in New Zealand or remotely. Read more details below.
Manaaki New Zealand Short Term Training Scholarships 2027 – Overview
- Host Country: New Zealand
- Program type: Short-term Training
- Duration: 2-4 Weeks
- Aimed at: Mid- and Senior-Level Professionals
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: Varies
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About Short Term Training Scholarships
It’s a prestigious scholarship program offered by the Government of New Zealand that aims to equip mid- to senior-level professionals from eligible countries with skills in development areas so they can contribute to the socio-economic development of their home countries.
The training will be either online or in New Zealand, depending on the course and region. Not every course is available in every country.
Training Areas
Professionals from eligible countries can take a short professional course in the following areas:
Climate Change and Resilience
- Renewable Energy Project Management
- Geothermal Energy Project Management
- Food and Agribusiness Value Chains
Governance:
- Public Sector Leadership
- Good Governance
- Diplomatic Training
- Public Health Management
- Trade Policy
Who can Apply?
To be eligible for the Thementic short-term training scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Professionals from eligible countries are eligible to apply
- Have lived in the country of citizenship for two years or more
- Be 18 years old at the time of applications
- Must recieve endorsement from their employer to attend the program
- Meet the English language requirement for the specific course
Eligible Countries
Africa
- Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Pacific
- Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Pacific Territories, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
ASEAN
- Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Viet Nam.
Latin America and Caribbean
- Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname and Venezuela.
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Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship support varies according to the approved short-term training course; however, the scholarship support can include:
- Full training course
- Accommodation
- Living allowance
- Airfare coverage
- Visa costs
How to Apply?
Visit the offical link below to check the available courses for your region and submit your application online.
