Applications are now open for the CIVICA Staff Mobility Scheme!
About the CIVICA Staff Mobility Scheme
We are pleased to announce a call for applications for the CIVICA Staff Mobility Scheme. This is a pilot programme for LSE under CIVICA, and the call is open to all Professional Services Staff across the school, at any level.
LSE staff are invited to submit proposals for a short visit to another CIVICA university (consisting of 2-3 days) for a learning experience and/or professional development opportunity. The short visit proposal could involve activities such as (but not limited to) job shadowing a department/division, attending a workshop, participating in meetings or engaging in informal training opportunities.
Staff can submit one application to visit one of the CIVICA institutions listed below:
- Bocconi University, Italy
- Central European University, Austria
- European University Institute, Italy
- Hertie School, Berlin
- IE University, Spain
- SNSPA, Romania
- Sciences Po, France
- SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Poland
- Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden
Application Process
To apply, staff will need to complete the application form here. Please note that in order to apply, you will have to contact your chosen host university and enquire whether they would have the capacity to host you as a visitor, and agree on a provisional agenda for your visit (times/dates can be provisionally agreed). You will also need a short statement of support from the host university.
Please ensure that your line manager and/or team are aware of your application, and any implications that this mobility visit would have for you/your team if you are successful in your application.
If you are successful in your application, you will be asked to provide an email/letter of support from your line manager stating their approval of your planned visit. Visits to host institutions under the CIVICA Staff Mobility Scheme are typically considered as part of the normal working week, and not as annual leave (unless a staff member takes additional annual leave following their visit).
CIVICA Staff Mobility Scheme FAQs
Who can apply?
LSE Professional Services Staff (including those on fixed term or temporary contracts).
How long should the CIVICA Staff Mobility Visit be?
Visits to host institutions should last between 2 – 3 days.
How many applications can I submit?
Applications are limited to one application per staff member.
How should I contact my prospective host university?
You can search for the departments or contacts you are interested in visiting or shadowing online, via each university's website. You can also contact the CIVICA representative at each institution if you need assistance - their details are on: Governance | Civica.
When should the visit take place?
The mobility visit should take place between September 2025 - July 2026 (next academic year).
Is there a limit for the proposed budget for the visit?
Proposed budgets for visits to host institutions should be reasonable and proportionate, and should demonstrate value for money. Generally, proposed budgets for visits to European institutions should not exceed £750 per visit.
The proposed budget can include costs for travel, accommodation and daily subsistence.
Instructions for booking/arranging travel for the visit will be communicated to successful applicants after the deadline.
When is the application deadline?
Please submit your completed application form and a short supporting statement from your prospective host university to Rebecca Sealy, European Partnerships Coordinator (CIVICA) at r.sealy@lse.ac.uk by 11th June 2025.
Any questions? Email civica@lse.ac.uk