Manama: The Prime Minister's Office has announced the opening of the application period for the 12th intake of the Prime Minister's Fellowship Program. The application window is set to run from Wednesday, 1 July 2026, to Saturday, 1 August 2026.
According to Bahrain News Agency, this initiative aligns with the vision and directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, focusing on investing in the national workforce. The program aims to enhance government performance and outcomes by continuously developing the skills of Bahraini professionals.
The Fellowship is designed to upskill Bahraini professionals working in the public sector through a year-long tenure at the Prime Minister's Office. During this tenure, participants receive advanced training in research, analysis, and leadership.
The program aims to enhance participants' skills by offering hands-on experience in government policy implementation. This is achieved through direct engagement with key officials and policymakers at the Prime Minister's Office. The training and experience gained will support fellows as they return to their respective roles within government agencies.