iGorts
About the Program
A program which invites Diaspora Armenian professionals to serve in the public sector and in the government of the Republic of Armenia.
The Republic of Armenia's Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs announces the launch of the iGorts 2026 program, which invites Diaspora Armenian professionals to serve in Armenia’s government for a duration of one year.
Following an application and interview process, Diaspora professionals will be placed in state agencies across different sectors in need of their expertise․ The selected participants will contribute to the research, improvement and the development of programs and policies within state institutions.
This program is financed by the Republic of Armenia and all accepted candidates will receive:
- A round-trip air ticket
- A monthly stipend of 336.000 AMD to cover living expenses for the duration of their fellowship
- Emergency medical insurance
- Fee for a one-year residency permit
Eligibility Criteria
- Higher education and at least 5 years of work experience
- Must have studied and/or worked in the Diaspora for at least 5 years
Fluency in spoken Armenian is highly desirable.
Application
Applications for the iGorts 2026 program will be accepted from January 26th to March 3rd and should be completed in Armenian, English, or Russian.
Candidates who successfully pass the final round of interviews will begin their placements in September 2026.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact:
Email: diasporafellowships@gov.am
Phone: +374 10 515 514, +374 10 515 538, +374 96 515 538 (WhatsApp)
Participants
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Alumni
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