New Application Round for the Orange Knowledge Program 2024 Intended for Study in the Netherlands

Orange Knowledge Program 2024

The Orange Knowledge Programme aims to contribute to a society’s sustainable and inclusive development. Its scholarships are open to mid-career professionals in specific countries. A new application round for OKP scholarships will open for applications between 28 June – 5 September 16.00 CET.

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Orange Knowledge Program 2024

About the Orange Knowledge Program 2024 Scholarship

The Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) offers scholarships funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs available for a selection of:

• short courses (round 1: duration 2 weeks to 12 months; round 2: duration 2 weeks to 7 months);
• master’s programmes (duration 12 to 24 months).

Countries

Please note that the list of participating countries is subject to change and is yet to be updated. In previous rounds, you were eligible for an OKP scholarship if you are a national of and working in:

Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Vietnam, and Yemen.

NB: Due to current circumstances, Sudan and Uganda will not be part of the OKP scholarships application rounds in 2023.

Focus theme
The Orange Knowledge Programme has an increased focus on study programmes related to the themes of:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
• Security and the Rule of Law

Qualified applications within these themes will be prioritized, but applications in other fields are still welcome. Please check whether your study programme aligns the Country Focus Document (224.27 kB) for your country.

Requirements for the Orange Knowledge Program 2024

A limited number of scholarships is awarded to female and male professionals who are:

• motivated;
• living and working in an OKP country;
• proficient in English or French;
• working in one of the priority areas for their country;
• can motivate using and transferring their knowledge and experience in their employing organisation after their studies;
• Agreeing to the latest Obligations and conditions .

Language

You need English or French language skills to follow classes in the Netherlands. Demands for certificates showing language skills differ per education institution.

Priority themes per country

The main priority areas of the Orange Knowledge Programme are;

• sexual and reproductive health and rights
• security and rule of law
• food and nutrition security
• water management

There are focus areas for each country. Please note that these focus areas, as well as the list of countries is subject to change. Only applications that fall within the focus area of your country of employment are eligible.

Is your field of experience eligible for funding? Please check the Country Focus Document (224.27 kB)

Employer statement

You need an employer statement that is signed by you and your employer. It shows us that your employer supports your application. And that you can share the knowledge and experience you gained in the Netherlands once you return to your country. This is required because the OKP is focused on strengthening organisations by strengthening people.

Government statement

If you are a civil servant, it might be necessary to sign a government statement. This certifies the support of your government for your OKP application.

Other requirements

The education institution will inform you on the requirements needed for your application. As this scholarship is for working professionals, applications from students will not be taken into consideration. In order to apply for one of the courses you must motivate:

• that you work within the priority themes for your country as mentioned above;
• how the courses will strengthen both you and the organisation you work for;
• how you will use your newly gained knowledge and experience in your organisation after your study.

Deadlines for Application

Submit applications between 28 June – 5 September 16.00 CET for courses starting after 1 February 2024. All Short courses must be completed before 31 August 2024 and all Master’s must be completed by 31 January 2025, with the exception of co-financed master’s programmes.

Selection procedure for the Orange Knowledge Program 2024

The procedure is as follows:

1. Candidates register with their Dutch education institution
2. Dutch institution nominates candidates and submits grant application
3. Embassies check eligibility and assess applications
4. Selection results available for Dutch education institutions
5. Grants awarded through Dutch education institutions

NB: Results of applications are announced 3 to 4 months after application. The Dutch education institution through which you applied for the scholarship will contact you on the results of your application.

Apply Here for the Orange Knowledge Program 2024

Orange Knowledge Program 2024