iGorts is a public sector initiative organised by The Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Armenia and funded by the Republic of Armenia and the H. Hovnanyan Family Foundation
The Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Armenia
announces the launch of the application process for the iGorts 2025 program.
This initiative offers Diaspora Armenian professionals the opportunity to work for one year in over 20 state administration bodies in Armenia, contributing their expertise to the country’s public sector. Diaspora Armenian professionals who meet the following requirements are encouraged to apply:
Applications for the 2025 program will be accepted from February 27 to April 10 in Armenian, English, or Russian. Successful applicants who pass the final round of interviews will begin their government placements in September 2025. Benefits for Selected Participants:
Additionally, with the support of the H. Hovnanyan Family Foundation, five specialists will have the opportunity to work in Armenia’s regions, further strengthening local development initiatives. Now in its sixth year, iGorts is Armenia’s first state initiative designed to integrate Diaspora Armenian professionals into the country’s public administration system. Since its launch, over 250 specialists have been employed in Armenia’s state structures, with more than 70% continuing their careers in the country, including in senior positions.
The program has gained international recognition, being featured in the International
Organization for Migration’s Best Practices Database and presented at the Future of the
European Union Forum as a model program.
Applications must be submitted via the official website of the Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs accessible through this link:
For any questions, please contact us at diasporafellowships@gov.am.
