Requirements:

• The purpose of the research project should be objectively assessed in terms of its practical utility and potential for effective implementation in the context of the SAIs.
• The project should provide clear and concise details of the methods and the benefits of the proposed research.
• The proposal should consider regional and global dimensions of the research topic.
• The quality of the proposal will be assessed based on clarity, logical flow, and evaluability of the text.
• The research must be original (the main results and conclusions must not have been published or submitted elsewhere).

Evaluation process:

• The Centre is composed by a Scientific Board, which will coordinate the research activities.
• A panel of evaluators, comprising specialists from SAIs in the prioritized themes nominated by the Scientific Board, will be responsible for selecting the proposals.
• The evaluation process is expected to be made by the end of August 2024.

Researcher Profile:

• PhD researchers affiliated with universities that are officially recognized by the governments of their respective countries.
• Employees of SAI are not eligible to apply as researchers. However, they are allowed to serve in the role of academic supervisors.
• Candidates must demonstrate prior research experience in the proposed theme, which includes having published works on the subject.

Language:

• All the scientific production and communication will be carried out in English.
• The proficiency of the candidates must be equivalent to B2 level of the CEFR.