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Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa 2021 for emerging young African Leaders.

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Application Deadline:21 March 2021

Are you a changemaker who wants to become part of a network of progressive business leaders? Join the Swedish Institute Management Programme Africa to lead change for responsible leadership and sustainable business practices.

The Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) brings together business leaders who want to succeed in driving change for economically, environmentally and socially sustainable businesses.   

Today’s leaders need a firm understanding of the complexity and unpredictability of current global challenges and opportunities. They are increasingly expected to act responsibly and grow their businesses more sustainably. As a participant of SIMP, you will get access to knowledge and tools that are critical for understanding sustainable and responsible business, and that will help you to become an even better leader for those you work with and for leading change.  

SIMP builds on Sweden’s prominent position in innovation and sustainable business and its connection to the global economy. The programme provides methods, concepts and practical applications from leading experts in the key aspects of sustainability. Through this hands-on approach, you will meet several companies from Sweden and the Eastern Africa region to discuss their sustainability work and explore their challenges. In addition to external experts, SIMP builds on the expertise and extensive experience within the group and creates a strong network between participants, with much time dedicated to peer learning and teambuilding.  

Throughout the programme, you will work on a sustainability challenge in your organisation and apply your learnings to continually develop skills for making a positive business impact. You will formulate the challenge based on the needs of your organisation and local circumstances.  

The programme requires your active participation. Your own work context will be your arena for learning, reflection and application. You will gain knowledge that develops your leadership, understanding that helps your organisation, methods that you can apply directly, and tasks that you can deliver to increase learning and enable immediate application of new knowledge.  

SIMP Africa 2021 runs online and at conference venues* in the respective capital cities between June 2021 –  February 2022. The programme contains coaching, interactive workshops, group tasks and lectures, as well as virtual visits to companies and organisations in Sweden. SIMP is a challenging and interactive programme that demands your active participation and contribution. It is not a series of one-way communicated lectures. 

Requirements

You are welcome to submit your application if you fulfil the following: 

  • You aspire to make sustainability an integral part of your business strategy.  
  • You are in a leading position within trade, industry or the public sector.  
  • You have a mandate to influence the strategy for your organisation.  
  • You want to share and build on the competences and knowledge you gain from the programme within your organisation.  
  • You are willing to support your fellow participants and share your experience and knowledge with them. 
  • You are between 25 and 45 years old (born 1976–1996).  
  • You have a good working knowledge of both written and spoken English.
  • You have a post secondary education.  
  • You are a citizen and resident of Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda or Zambia.  
  • You are keen to take part in a highly interactive online course and look forward to connecting digitally.  

Benefit

SIMP will give you: 

  • An exclusive suite of workshops, lectures and visits with highly-acclaimed speakers selected specifically for their competence, clarity, and high level of audience engagement. 
  • A thorough understanding of the principles of sustainable business with a focus on human rights, climate and the environment, decent working conditions and anti-corruption.  
  • A strong set of skills to drive change in your own organisation through responsible leadership. 
  • Knowledge to let you work with Design Thinking as a method to develop creative and sustainable solutions to complex problems.  
  • A network of leaders who are committed to sustainable business and responsible leadership with whom you will grow and learn from to build lasting business relationships.  
  • Insights into business cases for sustainability in Sweden, one of the leading countries in sustainable business practice.  
  • And overall, the opportunity to grow and develop in the programme’s focus areas – it is up to you to make the most of the experience and engage to the extent you can.

Programme structure, format and timeline 

SIMP Africa 2021 takes place from June 2021 to February 2022. The programme is mainly focused into three modules which will take place in June, September/October and February 2022. Each module lasts between three to eight weeks and requires approximately one working day per week, including participation in physical meetings at conference venues locally, live online sessions, and engagement with pre-recorded material, group assignments and individual work. In between the modules, you will work on your own sustainability project with the help of expert coaching and group tasks.  

First module (8, 15 and 22 June – full days) is scheduled to take place at conference venues in the capitals of each country. If a physical meeting is not possible because of Covid-19 restrictions in a specific country, the programme will be adapted for that country.

Second module (preliminarily scheduled to eight Thursdays in September and October.) If Covid-19 restrictions allow, the second module could also take place at conference venues together with the SIMP peers in your country. To take part in the programme you must be able to commit to one full day per week during modules. 

SIMP 2021 will be an online programme, where various digital tools and set-ups will give you a unique, varied and interactive learning experience. The digital format of SIMP enables learning to take place over an extended period, allowing time for reflection as well as the opportunity for continuous work, both individually and together with other participants.

The programme consists of the following activities:  

Physical meetings in your country capital 

If the pandemic situation allows participants will be invited to physical meetings at conference venues in the respective capital cities. These full day programmes will consist of live online sessions, group tasks and presentations by participants.  

Online sessions 

Interactive live sessions via our online tools where you will meet the SIMP team, our experts and your fellow participants. In these sessions, you will explore the programme content further with our experts, with a specific focus on questions, reflections, discussions and small group tasks.  

Pre-recorded material 

Expert lectures and discussions that are recorded in advance so that participants can watch/listen when it fits their schedule. You should watch these in preparation for the online live sessions to learn more and explore specific topics before meeting the experts in the online sessions. 

Tasks: In groups and individually 

Group tasks and challenges focused on sustainable business will be reoccurring during the modules to stimulate learning from peers and to test your leadership skills. You will also have individual tasks to complete particularly in responsible leadership. 

Reflection groups 

You will meet digitally in smaller groups to maximise learning, build supportive relationships and gain new ideas and perspectives. 

Your Initiative 

The SIMP Initiative is your individual opportunity to address a sustainability challenge in your organisation. Within the programme, you will identify the challenge to work with, involve your stakeholders and colleagues as appropriate, apply your own expertise and new knowledge, and receive expert coaching to move forward in solving this challenge.  

Costs covered and arranged by Swedish Institute

  • Training and content
  • Conference facilities if the pandemic situation allows for physical meetings in the capital of each country included in SIMP Africa.

How to Apply:


Create your application online in the application portal. Filling in the application form online takes about 60 min or more and there is no session saving possibility. Kindly have the following ready before starting to fill the application: 

  • Passport size photo of yourself  
  • Recommendation letter 
  • CV  

Kindly note that CV and photo are mandatory. The recommendation letter is optional; however, it will be an added advantage in the evaluation process. A template for the recommendation letter and desired information to be included in it can be found here. 

For any issues regarding the application you can reach out to the recruitment team on [email protected]. Please remember to indicate the country you are applying from. 

The applications will be evaluated according to the following selection criteria:  

  • The relevance and quality of personal motivation and commitment, and the applicant’s answers in the SIMP application form.  
  • A broad assessment of the CV.  
  • The general qualifications of the applicant.  
  • The business/organisation’s willingness and readiness to work for sustainable business. It is important that your business/organisation is motivated to implement new learnings from the programme as this is a hands-on program.  

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa 2021

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SAP Africa Young Professional Program 2021 for young Graduates across Africa.

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Application Deadline: unspecified

The SAP Young Professional Program is a free initiative delivered by the SAP Training and Development Institute. The program, which lasts for 3 months, is designed to give recent graduates the certifications and soft skills required to begin a career as an SAP Associate Consultant. At the end of the training, SAP TDI will work very closely with the YPP graduates to introduce them to a host of opportunities with SAP customers and partners to work as an SAP Consultant.

SAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.

SAP CONSULTANTS      

The role of an SAP Consultant can be divided into 2 functions: Functional and Technical. This program will be training Functional Consultants within SAP SuccessFactors: Employee Central and SAP Ariba Procurement. SAP Functional Consultants work with customers to understand their business requirements and translate them to detailed technology solutions.

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

SAP SuccessFactors is the platform that empowers employees to perform at their best, and for the business to streamline the way they handle HR. The integrated suite of cloud-based applications is relied upon by many customers in over 168 countries to bridge the gap between business strategy and business results with improved execution. SuccessFactors also delivers a comprehensive view of the workforce through robust analytics, planning and core HR applications. The solution helps companies execute faster and smarter, with greater insight – delivering better business results than ever before.

SAP Ariba Procurement helps companies maximize efficiencies across their front-end procurement processes with procure-to-order and guided buying capabilities. It increases procurement visibility and control with operational flexibility, repeatable cost savings, and compliant processes.

Requirements:


  • Candidates must have the legal right to work in Cape Verde, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
  • Candidates must be currently unemployed or employed in a part time/non-permanent role not related to career aspirations;
  • Candidates must be educated to at least Bachelor level in a field related to Business Administration / Management Information Systems / Engineering
  • Candidates will preferably have graduated within the last 3 years with a GPA in the top quartile – proof of this may be requested;
  • Candidates must have a keen interest in starting an SAP-related career involving travel;
  • Candidates should be fluent in English, both written and spoken;
  • The program will commence late – March 2021 and full-time availability from 9am – 6pm from Monday – Friday throughout the training period is essential. The Program will last for 3 months.
  • Due to the spread of Coronavirus this training will take place online in a virtual live classroom format. Please ensure you have strong enough internet at home to be able to participate in this program.

HOW YOU BENEFIT:

  • Start your journey to become an SAP Consultant;
  • Gain globally-recognized associate-level SAP Certifications;
  • Learn directly from SAP experts;
  • Experience classroom and workshop-based training in SAP Technologies;
  • Develop the soft skills needed to prepare you for successful job applications;
  • Benefit from introductions to job opportunities within the SAP Ecosystem to help secure a position after the training. Please note this program does not guarantee you a job at the end of it.


Please share an English version of your resume while applying for this program

Available Opportunities

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the SAP Young Professional Program 2021

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The  DW Akademie Film Development Fund 2021 for East African Filmmakers

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Application Deadline: February 26th 2021

The  DW Akademie Film Development Fund  has been designed to support filmmakers from the Global South who are passionate about making films and want to build sustainable careers. In 2021, the fund will be opened for applications for filmmakers from Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda.  

We want to support creatives in developing film projects who may otherwise struggle to get their voices heard and their stories told and thus contribute to social change and freedom of expression. 

We offer filmmakers a combination of financial support (maximum 10,000€) for the development of projects up to production stage and a tailor-made training program.

This year, the DW Akademie Film Development Fund starts first with calls for applications in Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda. 

Please note that the application period for the Film Fund – Ethiopia is already underway. 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the DW Akademie Film Development Fund 2021

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U.S. Department of State Global Undergraduate Exchange Program 2021/2022 (Global UGRAD) for Study in the United States (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: February 8th 2021

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by World Learning.

Since 2008, World Learning has provided this opportunity to over 2,500 Global UGRAD students.  Participants leave the U.S. with the tools to become leaders in their professions and communities. Global UGRAD alumni go on to receive Fulbright grants, obtain prestigious international internships, and work in business and government in their home countries and regions.

Countries: Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Georgia, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Israel, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Macedonia, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, North Macedonia, Palestinian Territories (West Bank and Gaza), Panama, Paraguay, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zimbabwe

Program Goals

To promote mutual understanding between people of the United States and other countries.

  • Provide a fulfilling exchange experience to drive academic, cross-cultural, and leadership competencies for students from Global UGRAD countries.
  • Enhance students’ academic knowledge and professional skills needed to pursue long-term academic and career goals.
  • Cultivate students’ comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the U.S.
  • Facilitate opportunities for students to establish social networks with U.S. host institutions and local communities.
  • Empower students to engage constructively in the civic life of their local and global communities.

Apply Now for the U.S. Department of State Global Undergraduate Exchange Program 2021/2022

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the U.S. Department of State Global Undergraduate Exchange Program 2021/2022

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The UNHCR Humanitarian Education Accelerator Programme 2021 for humanitarian education innovators

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Application Deadline:  15 January 2021, 5 pm CET  

The Humanitarian Education Accelerator (HEA) is an Education Cannot Wait-funded programme led by UNHCR.

The programme supports promising humanitarian education innovations to transition from successful pilots to programmes that can operate at scale – through capacity building, mentorship, peer learning and rigorous research. Since 2016, the HEA has supported nine grantees, operating in multiple contexts.

The need to identify and bring to scale innovative solutions to the complex challenges surrounding humanitarian education has never been more pressing, particularly in low resource settings. 

However, evidence on what works in humanitarian education, as well as how to effectively bring that to scale, is limited. As a result, practitioners, donors and policymakers have little information at their disposal to help them make informed decisions about how to spend scarce resources and work towards sustainable scale. 

The HEA seeks to address gaps in evidence and scaling capacity by taking common elements from an accelerator – such as mentorship, internal capacity building and establishing a cohort that works together – and merging these with an evaluation-based programme. Through this unique approach, the HEA seeks to:

  • Build the evidence base on how to effectively scale education innovations in humanitarian settings, through investing in rigorous research;
  • Strengthen internal monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) processes and provide targeted support for selected organisations to navigate scale ;
  • Assist organisations to build strong, supportive partnerships with governments, humanitarian and development actors, donors and other practitioners for sustainable scale;
  • Develop a community of practice, capturing knowledge and sharing lessons learned on scaling humanitarian education innovations, including the development of global public goods for the wider education sector. 


Having already supported nine grantees since 2016, the HEA has launched a new Call for Applications for Phase II of the programme, to identify and support a further cohort of education innovations in five countries: Chad, Ethiopia, Jordan, Lebanon and Uganda. 

Eligibility Requirements

The HEA will not be funding new, untested innovations in this funding cycle. We are instead looking to support innovations that
have already been rolled out, have a Proof of Concept and are looking to scale beyond the pilot phase.
The following criteria will be used to identify an initial shortlist of successful interventions for support under the HEA:

– Geographic focus: is your innovation being implemented in one or more of the following focus countries: Chad,
Ethiopia, Jordan, Lebanon and Uganda?

Eligibility/selection criteria

– Proof of concept: have you developed a Proof of Concept around your innovation?
– Readiness to scale: Are you preparing to or currently scaling? What is your readiness to scale?
– Sustainability: do you have human resources and financial resources to support the scaling process?
– Humanitarian education focus: does your innovation provide a solution to an education challenge within emergency or protracted crisis settings?
– What level of scale should you have reach

HEA support to successful applicants includes:

Stage 1

  • Capacity building by experts in scaling innovations, M&E and partnerships for 10 innovations during a week-long Scaling Bootcamp

Stage 2

  • Tailored mentorship and further capacity building support on research, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and scaling for 5 innovations over 3 months

Stage 3

  • Funding of up to USD 200,000 for the final 3 selected innovations – to be used towards internal capacity building in M&E and investments in research, project implementation and scaling. A fully funded external evaluation for the final 3 selected innovations will also be provided.

Apply Now for the UNHCR Humanitarian Education Accelerator Programme

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNHCR Humanitarian Education Accelerator Programme 2021

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GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2021 for early stage African Entrepreneurs

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2021 Applications are open for the GrowthAfrica Accelerator. GA are seeking high-growth and high-impact entrepreneurs with businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Ghana and Zambia. The exciting and intensive programme is geared towards unlocking significant growth in your business, making it investment ready and enhancing your leadership skills. 

Founded in 2002, GrowthAfrica continues to exponentially increase the rate and growth of business success in Africa through the annual Accelerator. Backed by extensive knowledge and experience in supporting entrepreneurs across Africa, the first accelerator run in 2012 and to date, 244 ventures have been accelerated, worked directly with 436 entrepreneurs, run 24 cohorts and created 30,000+ jobs.

The programme is designed to help you scale your venture, make it investment ready and develop your entrepreneurial leadership acumen with the aim of unlocking significant growth in your business.

GrowthAfrica are open to all sectors but have a soft spot for:

  • Agribusiness
  • Education
  • IT/mobile solutions/Tech enabled businesses
  • Financial services and Fintech
  • Renewable energy
  • Water & sanitation
  • Health
  • Manufacturing/processing
  • Retail/e-commerce

Benefits

  • Growth strategy: Led by experienced facilitators, leveraging our proprietary process and learning methodology, we focus on solutions that leads to an increase in your revenue, profits and impact
  • Bespoke incompany support: Get individualised and tailored in-company support from the most qualified team who will walk you through and support you in your business journey
  • Access and fellowship with quality peers across Africa: Connect and benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking with like-minded entrepreneurs across Africa
  • Investment support: Receive support in identification of, access to and engagement with potential and relevant investors
  • Access to mentors and industry-subject experts: You will have access to Pan-African mentors/experts who will offer you advice and be your sounding board
  • Financial modelling: Support in build a financial model for your business growth and investment
  • Leadership: Acquire skills and tools to develop stronger entrepreneurial leadership

Application Procedure

Are you ready to exponentially grow your business?

Do you know a business that fits our criteria? recommend them to us via [email protected].

To prepare offline, download:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2021

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Chevening Africa Media Freedom Fellowship (CAMFF) 2021 for mid-senior level African Professionals (Fully Funded to the United Kingdom)

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Application Deadline: 3 November 2020

The Chevening Africa Media Freedom Fellowship (CAMFF) is aimed at mid-senior level African professionals with demonstrable leadership skills in their fields, which may include public servants working in areas of media policy and regulatory frameworks, or media professionals such as journalists.  Selected fellows will be from the following Sub-Sahara African countries: Ethiopia, Burundi, Cameroon, Gambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.

The fellowship is hosted by the University of Westminster. This fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Course/programme structure

Fellows will undertake a bespoke 8-week fellowship programme titled ‘New Media for a New Africa: Freedom of Speech, Economic Prosperity and Good Governance’.  The programme will combine professional development of the values of good journalism (curiosity, rigour, challenge, storytelling, research, doing no harm, and freedom of speech) with an understanding of new opportunities to make reporting more effective and to use new ways to enhance its reach and impact.

This programme will bring together 12 leading media and information practitioners and regulators from 11 countries. The course is designed to promote vigorous exchange of ideas and experience, and constructive learning, between participants and course leaders, with both seminars and speaker talks, off-site visits and fieldwork. Fellows will be challenged to discuss evidence-based context for key policy debates, understand international positions (including appreciation of UK approaches), supply practical experience, and encourage dialogue on key issues.

Participants will be expected to participate in individual and group coursework projects, take an active role in their professional and career development, and engage actively throughout the programme and as part of the network.

The curriculum focuses on the ways in which the media are held responsible, and the wider context within which political institutions operate. The ethics of reporting are at the heart of all debates.

Fellows will participate in six intensive weeks of lectures, visits, and discussions that introduce them to key UK academics, media, and political figures in the field, followed by two weeks of fieldwork research and professional practice. This will culminate in an interactive day of news events focused on Africa and the UK.

This fellowship programme will commence in September/October 2021.

Eligibility 

To be eligible for a Chevening Africa Media Freedom Fellowship (CAMFF), you must:

  • Be a citizen of Ethiopia, Burundi, Cameroon, Gambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.
  • Return to your country of citizenship at the end of the period of the fellowship
  • Have a postgraduate level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application
  • Have at least seven years’ work experience prior to applying
  • Be a mid-senior level African professionals with demonstrable leadership skills in fields which may include public servants working in areas of media policy and regulatory frameworks, or media professionals such as journalists
  • Be fluent in written and spoken English
  • Not hold British or dual-British citizenship
  • Agree to adhere to all relevant guidelines and expectations of the fellowship

Benefits

Each fellowship includes:

  • Full programme fees
  • Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
  • Return economy airfare from your country of residence to the UK

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Chevening Africa Media Freedom Fellowship (CAMFF) 2021

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The Chevening British Library Fellowship 2021 for International Library Experts (Fully Funded to the United Kingdom)

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Application Deadline: November 3rd 2020

The Chevening British Library Fellowship is a collaboration between the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office and the British Library, offering international experts a year-long professional project-based placement. Fellows will have the privilege of working with the extensive library’s collections and benefit from the broad range of professional expertise of library staff.

The British Library is the national library of the UK and one of the world’s greatest research libraries. The British Library’s collection encompasses all fields of knowledge in hundreds of languages, covering 3,500 years from some of the earliest written records to the digital collections of the present day, and range over all formats. As a public-facing, culturally-active research institute, Chevening is pleased to partner with the British Library to bring international experts to the UK to pursue a one-of-a-kind opportunity.

Fellows will undertake a period of professional project-based activity at the British Library, receiving support and supervision from library staff. Please note that this fellowship is not suitable for those wanting to pursue their own research.

Please read through the detailed theme profiles below for more information about this years themes.

As a public-facing, culturally-active, research institute, the Library is able to provide a broad range of professional development opportunities for fellows. Fellows will have a unique project-based placement involving research, consultation, and strategy development, coupled with stakeholder engagement and outreach opportunities.

Fellows will benefit from embedded working and hands-on training within a specific team, as well as having access to a range of organisational training and development opportunities, such as the British Library’s Digital Scholarship programme. The library’s postgraduate research manager will provide additional pastoral support and work with supervisors to monitor the progress and professional development. Each fellow will also be allocated up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses.

This fellowship programme will commence in September 2021 and is for a 12-month period of project-based activity at the British Library.

Eligibility 

This fellowship is available in the following countries:

  • Ethiopia
  • Djibouti
  • Somalia
  • Somaliland
  • Yemen
  • Colombia
  • Ecuador
  • Peru
  • Mexico

To be eligible for a Chevening British Library Fellowship, you must:

  • Demonstrate the potential to rise to positions of leadership and influence
  • Demonstrate that you possess the personal, intellectual, and interpersonal attributes reflecting this potential.
  • Be a citizen of the above-listed countries.
  • Return to your country of citizenship at the end of the period of the fellowship.
  • Have a postgraduate level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application.
  • Have significant professional and/or academic research experience (at least five years).
  • Be currently employed or a currently enrolled PhD candidate (PhD must not be with a UK/EU or USA university).
  • Provide evidence of meeting at least the minimum English language abilities for Chevening Awards.
  • Not hold British or dual British citizenship.
  • Not be an employee, a former employee, or relative of an employee (since July 2016) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British Embassies/High Commissions, the Department for International Development, the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, the Ministry of Defence and the Home Office), the British Council, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Note: Immediate relatives are defined as parents or step-parents, siblings or step-siblings, children or step-children, spouse, civil partner or unmarried (where the couple have been in a relationship akin to marriage or civil partnership for at least two years).

Benefits

  • 12-month period of project-based activity at the British Library.
  • Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Return economy airfare from your home country to the UK.
  • Allowance package for fellowship-related activities.
  • Up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses.
  • Access to a programme of cultural events and activities organised by the FCDO and the Chevening Secretariat.

For More Information:

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The Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship 2021 for mid-career Ethiopian public servants & government officials (Fully Funded to the United Kingdom)

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Application Deadline: November 3rd 2020

The Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship is aimed at mid-career Ethiopian public servants and government officials with demonstrable skills in the fields of policy, innovation, and leadership.

The fellowship is hosted by Coventry University in multiple locations across the UK (London, Birmingham, Coventry, and other regions) and in Brussels, Belgium. The fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office.

Course/programme structure

Fellows will undertake an eight-week course covering the following main themes:

  • Leadership for government and public policy
  • Public policy analysis and management
  • Evidence based policy making
  • Policy delivery mechanisms and measuring policy impact
  • Personal public service leadership and impact
  • Strategy setting, transparency, accountability and stakeholder engagement
  • Manage change in public policy

Additionally, there will be study visits to, and project opportunities with, a variety of UK and EU government organisations. All participants will have an opportunity to study on a ‘real-life’ policy-based project and this may be accompanied by a short placement in an appropriate government agency. In addition to expert tutor-led sessions and interactive workshops, the programme will include specialist guest talks from experienced government leaders and policy makers, as well as formal and informal networking opportunities.

This fellowship programme will commence in June 2021.

Eligibility 

To be eligible for a Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship, you must:

  • Be a citizen of Ethiopia and currently live in the country
  • Return to your country of citizenship at the end of the period of the fellowship
  • Have at least seven years’ relevant public service experience prior to applying
  • Have a postgraduate level qualification, or equivalent professional training, or experience in a relevant area at the time of application
  • Have excellent written and spoken English to be assessed by fellowship assessment panel
  • Already be, or aspire to be, a senior leader in the Ethiopian public service
  • Demonstrate a commitment to leadership development and innovation
  • Not hold British or dual-British citizenship

Benefits

Each fellowship includes:

  • Full programme fees.
  • Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Return economy airfare from Ethiopia to the UK.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship 2021

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HEVA 2020 East Africa Creative Business Fund for young Entrepreneurs

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In partnership with the European Commission, and Agence Française de Développement (AFD), HEVA Fund has opened applications to the East Africa Creative Business Fund – an additional facility to the existing growth fund. This will see an additional investment of USD 380,000 go to creative businesses that are registered and operational in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Ethiopia. 

The East Africa Creative Business Fund is a patient loan facility that will be made available to successful applicants through debt investments of between USD 20,000 and USD 50,000, given for a maximum of 4 years. This fund is designed to provide financing for creative businesses to: restructure interrupted supply chains; increase production capacity; diversify offerings; increase market share; increase integration in local and regional value chains; support transition to low-touch and digital capabilities; and take advantage of new opportunities. 

Enterprises under any of the following creative economy value chains will be eligible to apply: fashion; crafts and handmade items; furnishings and decorative home; cultural tourism; creative and cultural education; cultural food and cuisine; cultural infrastructure (spaces, equipment, platforms etc); events; digital media; film and television; photography, and music production and distribution. 

Through this new East Africa Creative Business Fund, as well as the active growth fund facility, HEVA aims to: build on the increasing contribution to the regional GDP by the cultural and creative industries to the region’s economy; grow dynamic, youth-led creative enterprises; increase creative business ownership, management and leadership among women, especially young women; and contribute to the growth of the East African cultural footprint in regional and international markets. 

ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS

Key requirements for each application are:

1. Your business must be registered and operational in one of the listed countries: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. At least 51% of company shareholders must be citizens in any of these countries.

2. Your business must be able to demonstrate a resident team (permanent or part-time). The business must have a minimum of one (1) permanent employee.

3. You must have valid financial statements or audited accounts for a minimum of one (1) year.

4. Your business must demonstrate that it has been operating for at least two (2) years.

5. Your enterprise must be in any of the following creative economy value chains:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the HEVA 2020 East Africa Creative Business Fund

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Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship 2021 for young African Leaders ( £2,295 monthly stipend)

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Application Deadline:20th September 2020 at 11:59pm UK Time

Applications for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship in the Queen Elizabeth II Academy for Leadership in International Affairs are now open.

Eligibility criteria

Citizenship

The fellowship is open to citizens of Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Zambia.

Applications will also be accepted from applicants holding dual nationality which includes one of these countries.

Education

It is required that the applicant holds a completed BA degree or equivalent, Masters degree with an international focus is preferred.

Career

The fellowship is aimed at candidates at the mid-stage of their career and who come from academia, NGOs, business, government departments, civil society or the media. They should possess knowledge of, and an interest in, the policy challenges related to global governance laid out on the Fellowships page.

Remuneration and benefits

The fellow will receive a monthly stipend of £2,365. Modest provision is made for the costs of relocation, fieldwork, and possible publication costs.

Fellowship structure

A fellow’s time will be split between three key areas: 

  • Completing a personal research project of the fellow’s own design undertaken with the guidance of a Chatham House expert, (approximately 50%).
  • Contributing to the ongoing research activities of their host research team and other Chatham House teams as appropriate (approximately 20%).
  • Participation in the Academy’s Leadership Programme (approximately 30%). The Leadership Programme is a key part of the Academy fellowships. It provides fellows with the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills, network and self-awareness, which they can then draw upon in their future careers as effective leaders in their field. 

Leadership Programme

All Academy fellows participate in, and contribute to, the Academy’s Leadership Programme which encompasses the following components:

  • Intensive induction week
    Academy fellowships begin with an intensive five-day induction week at Chatham House to become familiarized with the elements of the fellowships and the Leadership Programme, meet their host research programme, and have their first personal development coaching session.
  • Weekly discussion seminars
    These sessions highlight the principal substantive and skills-based areas the Academy believes vital for informed and effective international leadership. Fellows are expected to contribute to and learn from one another’s experience.
  • Global Introductions off-site visits
    These half-day visits take place approximately every two months and allow fellows to meet with leaders and senior decision-makers from a variety of sectors. Previous visits have included the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Department for International Development, Standard Chartered, and Thomson Reuters.
  • Leadership workshops
    Every two months fellows participate in half-day workshops focusing on specific aspects of leadership such as ‘Leadership in a new role’ and ‘Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship’
  • Project presentations
    Fellows present updates on their research projects which  help fellow develop presentation skills, provide a valuable forum for peer-review and to think about and analyse issues outside their own area of expertise.
  • Personal development coaching
    Fellows join the Academy seeking to grow their self-awareness through monthly one-on-one sessions with a dedicated coach, with whom they set personal development objectives which they work to meet during their fellowship and beyond.
  • Media training
    Fellows learn how to interview effectively on television and radio, culminating in a mock interview from which they receive feedback on their presentation style and any areas of improvement
  • ‘Leadership in the 21st Century’ Breakfast Briefings
    Academy fellows will have priority in participating in the ‘Leadership in the 21st Century’ Breakfast Briefings series, giving them the opportunity to discuss leadership experiences and lessons in an informal setting with acknowledged leaders from government, business, media and the non-profit sectors.
  • Career mentors
    Fellows have the option to have an external career mentor during their fellowship. Mentors are independent of the Academy and Chatham House and are picked individually for each fellow based on their career objectives.

How long is the fellowship?

Academy fellows spend ten months at Chatham House, starting from January 2021.

How to Apply

Please complete the online form via the link below and submit with your application the following information:

  • CV/resumé
  • Names of two referees
  • Scanned copy of the photo page of your passport (to confirm you meet the nationality requirements)

Where will I be based?

The fellow will be based full-time at Chatham House, London. Please note that our residential fellowships will resume in January 2021, with the expectation that fellows will be based in London. However, working patterns will be flexible and some aspects of the programme may be held online in line with safe Covid-19 working practices.

Contact

Should you have any further queries please contact us at [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship 2021

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UNITAR Social Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2020 for Women from East Africa

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Application Deadline: September 6 2020 23:59 (JST)

The UNITAR Social Entrepreneurship Training  Programme for Women aims to empower women with the knowledge and skills of entrepreneurship and mentor them to develop self-led entrepreneurial initiatives and solutions (social or commercial) that will harness digital technologies to address socio-economic challenges in their respective countries.

The target audience are passionate and potential entrepreneurs from the Horn of Africa including members of Small and Medium Enterprises, government agencies and academic institutions. This programme is open only for women from Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Sudan.

The programme is being conducted with the financial support of the Government and the People of Japan.

Eligibility Criteria

Participants will be selected through an open call for applications based on specific criteria including: 

  • Female and aged (between 18 and 40);
  • Geographical and sectoral representation within the country;
  • Deep interest in entrepreneurship and frontier technology; 
  • Good oral and written English skills; and
  • Keen passion to learn by doing and highly motivated to succeed to provide positive impact to the society.

The application process is open to anyone living inside the target countries, however, preference will be given to locally situated nationals of the target countries. The programme will be delivered in English and consists of two phases covering the full cycle of idea to market entrepreneurship stages by providing training, mentoring, pitching, operationalization plan, and outcome evaluation.

Application Process

To apply for this programme, you will need to complete the below steps:

  1. Create a SurveyMonkey account (if you don’t have one already)
  2. Complete the Eligibility Criteria Survey
  3. Start, complete and Submit your Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNITAR Social Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2020

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Czech Government Scholarships 2021/2022 for Undergraduate, Masters and Doctorate studies in Czech Republic

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Application Deadline: September 30th 2020

The Government of the Czech Republic offers scholarships within the framework of its Foreign Development Assistance in support of the study of foreign nationals from developing countries at public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic.


Granting scholarships to citizens from developing countries for studies at Czech public higher education institutions (referred to as “universities”) is an important part of the foreign development cooperation of the Czech Republic and has a long tradition. From the late 1950s to the present day over 20 000 foreign nationals have completed their studies at Czech universities with a scholarship of the Government of the Czech Republic.

Government scholarships for studies at universities in the Czech Republic are governed by a Resolution of the Government of the Czech Republic as part of a joint project pursued by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Eligible Countries and Study Programmes

Scholarships for the academic year 2021/2022 are offered to the citizens of the following countries:

  • Bosnia and Herzegovina,
  • Ethiopia, 
  • Georgia, 
  • Cambodia, 
  • Moldova, 
  • Ukraine, 
  • and Zambia.

The scholarships are dedicated solely to promoting the studies of foreign nationals from developing third countries. Neither a citizen of the Czech Republic, nor a citizen of the European Union, nor any other foreign national with a permanent residence permit in the territory of the Czech Republic may, therefore, apply for a scholarship.

These so-called Government Scholarships are designed to cover the standard length of study:

  • in Follow-up Master study programmes plus a one-year-long preparatory course of the Czech language (which is combined with other field-specific training). Government scholarships of this category are awarded to graduates of Bachelor’s degree programmes. They can enrol only in study programmes from theselected areas of study in which instruction is given in the Czech language. Depending on the subject area, applicants are normally required to sit entrance examinations at the university concerned. Successful passing of entrance examinations constitutes a precondition for a scholarship award;
  • in Follow-up Master study programmes or Doctoral study programmes. Government scholarships of this category are awarded to graduates from Bachelor or Master study programmes, respectively, who enrol in study programmes with instruction in the English language.

Application Submission and Deadline

Each applicant is obliged to fill in an electronic application form available at http://registr.dzs.cz/registr.nsf at the latest by 30 September of the year prior to the given academic year (i.e. the calendar year that precedes the academic year for which scholarships are offered).
Detailed information on the terms and conditions of scholarship awards is provided in the binding “Guidelines for Granting Scholarships of the Government of the Czech Republic”, issued in Czech and English:

Czech:    Dispozice 2020_cz.docx | Dispozice 2020_cz.pdf

English:   Guidelines 2020_en.docx | Guidelines 2020_en.pdf

Prospective applicants are advised to read carefully the guidelines before applying.

Prospective applicants shall acquaint themselves with information on personal data protection at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport of the Czech Republic, in compliance with the respective EU GDPR Regulation:

Information on personal data protection at the Ministry’s subordinate agency, Centre for International Cooperation in Education, is available at:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Czech Government Scholarships 2021/2022

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DSM: Brighter Living Scholarship – Nutrition 2020 (Fully Funded to attend the 2021 One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany)

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Application Deadline: 18:00 (BST), 10 August 2020

As a longstanding partner of One Young World, DSM is proud to offer the DSM Brighter Living Scholarship – Nutrition for the One Young World Summit 2021 in Munich.

DSM supports SDG 2; ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture. This scholarship supports DSM’s strategy to increase the availability of high-quality affordable and aspirational nutritious foods in low and middle-income countries, and is further related to tackling development issues and achieving sustainable agri- food systems. The food security and livelihoods crisis has been amplified by COVID-19 health risk, is a major helath concern and reason for further spurring investment in Nutrition. Immune health has never been more topical as now during the COVID-19 response period. Strong evidence shows that good nutrition is fundamental for a healthy immune system. 

In line with the expansion objectives of DSM to support more countries, this scholarship seeks to support two young leaders (aged 18 – 30) from Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Rwanda and Ethiopia who are delivering nutritional solutions for their communities. Specifically, the scholarship seeks entrepreneurs who are improving the agri-food  value chain in one of the following ways:

  • Shaping opinions: raising awareness of the importance of a balanced and nutritional diet.
  • Building brands: developing responsible and nutritious brands which are attractive and affordable for the communities who need them most (especially those with low income, at base of pyramid (BoP).
  • Producing locally: sustainably producing local produce or nutritional products to serve local communities.
  • Improving small holder farmers value chain: developing/implementing programs to eliminate post-harvest losses for small holder farmers and improve quality of their produce (especially elimination of aflatoxin in maize)

Scholars will receive

  • Access to the One Young World Summit 2021 in Munich
  • Hotel accommodation on a shared basis between 22 and 26 (inclusive) April, 2021
  • The cost of travel to and from Munich (flights in economy)
  • Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue
  • Participation in DSM’s internal on-boarding workshops pre-One Young World workshops (with DSM delegation)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to receive this scholarship you must be:

  • Aged 18 – 30 by the date of the One Young World Summit 2021.
  • A national of Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Rwanda or Ethiopia.
  • Have 3 – 5 years experience work in a business and ideally running your own business.

Assessment Criteria

One Young World will assess candidates based on their:

  • Evidenced commitment to delivering positive change
  • Demonstrated capacity for leadership
  • Understanding of key local and/or global issues.
  • Track record of generating impactful and innovative.
  • One Young World will actively seek and prioritize applicants with an evidenced commitment to addressing malnutrition in a local or national context. In particular, the scholarship seeks candidates who achieve this through
    • Shaping opinions and advocating for good nutrition.
    • Developing nutritional brands.
    • Locally producing products or produce for local communities.
    • Improving small holder farmers’ value chain.
  • Looking for: curious and ambitious scholars thinking big on how to impact the agri-food systems in their home markets to provide nutritious foods. 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Webpage DSM: Brighter Living Scholarship 2020

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Microsoft 4Afrika SkillsLab Program 2020 for young Ethiopians

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Application Deadline: June 15th 2020

Are you a final year student or graduate eager to contribute to Africa’s growing landscape of technology and innovation? Apply to join the June intake of the 4Afrika SkillsLab Program.

Companies and employees are increasingly aware that digital skills are paramount to remaining relevant and employable in the 21st Century. Advancements in technology like cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming economies and reshaping workplaces at an unprecedented rate.

Eligibility and Qualification

  • Applicants must either be residents of or be located in Ethiopia for the complete duration of the cohort.
  • Each cycle of the Microsoft 4Afrika SkillsLab Program will be offered for a 3-month period.
  • Gebeya will be training in the following tracks Data Science, DevOps and AI. To qualify for one of these courses, applicants must have a degree in Engineering and/or related fields, computer Science and/or IT fields and Mathematics with a thorough understanding of IT.
  • For applicants who don’t have a degree in the fields mentioned in the above paragraph, they will be considered qualified for the program if they possess a strong programming background or an extensive practical experience of at least 2 years in an IT field or should be a final year student in one of the aforementioned fields. Space is very limited and submitting an application does not guarantee a seat in the program

Tuition and Scholarship

  • Once admitted into the Microsoft 4Afrika SkillsLab Program, you will automatically become eligible for a full scholarship funded by Microsoft. Your tuition, which is set at 21,450 ETB ($650) for the duration of the 3-month training, will be fully covered.

Application Procedure

Acceptance into the Microsoft 4Afrika SkillsLab Program is a 5-step process:

  1. After submitting your application, you will get an acknowledgement receipt via email from the Gebeya team.
  2. Your application will be put into a screening process queue for a thorough and diligent review.
  3. Within three days, you will receive an acceptance or denial decision status of phase 1 of the application process. If accepted, you will be invited to take online technical (programming skill) and aptitude tests.
  4. If you scored passing marks, you will be scheduled for online interviews two days later.
  5. After the interview, you will receive a final acceptance or denial into the program. If accepted, you will get a welcome package and an invitation for online orientation.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Microsoft 4Afrika SkillsLab Program 2020

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British Council Call for Projects: Disaster and Climate Change Preparedness in East Africa

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Application Deadline: June 21st 2020

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the need to increase the cultural heritage sector’s capacity to prepare for and mitigate the effects of natural disasters and climate change. 

This new round of grants is open for applications for projects (up to £125k) relating to preparedness measures to protect cultural heritage against the effects of natural disasters and climate change in one or more of the following countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, South Sudan, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. 

This is a pilot round which will help to test the Cultural Protection Fund’s approach to expanding our work in this area. Due to the timescale and available budget, we anticipate funding only 3-5 projects. 

Please note that in order to apply for a grant, you must first have a mandatory conversation with a Cultural Protection Fund Grants Manager, which will enable us to assess your eligibility to submit an application. Details of how to arrange a mandatory conversation can be found in the steps below. 

Requirements

Cultural Protection Fund grants are only available to organisations

  • This round is open to applicants proposing to work with one or more locally-based partners in Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, South Sudan, Rwanda, Tanzania or Uganda. Organisations based within target countries are also invited apply to the fund, with or without partners. 
  • Applications must be submitted by one lead applicant organisation with up to eight partner organisations.  
  • Applications must demonstrate intent to benefit one or more of the target countries as their main aim. If private owners or for-profit organisations are involved in a project, we expect the benefit to the social and economic development of the target country to outweigh any private gain.
  • Applicants must be able to evidence a significant track record in delivering similar projects and will be asked to share the results of previous Cultural Heritage Protection work in the target countries. 
  • If a grant is awarded, you will be required to accept the terms and conditions of our Grant Agreement. You are encouraged to read this document ahead of making your application – it is available to read on our website here.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

ActivityTimeline
Application deadline21 June 2020
Decision meetingJuly 2020 with applicants notified by early August 2020
Projects commenceSeptember 2020 (projects can last up to 6 months and must finish by the end of February 2021)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council Call for Projects: Disaster and Climate Change Preparedness in East Africa

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World Bank/Addis Ababa University Masters & PhD Scholarships in Water Management 2020/2021 for young African Students (Funded)

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Application Deadline: June 15th 2020

The Africa Center of Excellence for Water Management (ACEWM) is an initiative of the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the World Bank Group and through the Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) Regional Center hosted by the Addis Ababa University (AAU). Since 2016, ACEWM has been offering an interdisciplinary MSc and PhD programs in the field of water management, with the primary purpose of training the next generation of water educators, researchers, managers, and professionals and engaging in community outreach activities. Currently, ACEWM (www.acewm-aau.org) has several PhD and MSc students from all over Africa and some other countries.

ACEWM has established partnerships with different universities nationally, regionally and internationally to collaborate in capacity building, faculty and student exchanges, research and internships. ACEWM engages high caliber and renowned professionals in the field of water management from different disciplines.

Duration of the Programs
The PhD program will have duration of 4 years and the MSc program 2 years.

Mode of Delivery

– The programs are a full-time study and teaching takes place through lectures, seminars, and field based studies. In addition, teaching may be conducted through video conference and technology enhanced learning approach.
– The language of instruction throughout the study is English.

Eligibility Criteria
• Ph.D. applicants must have a Master’s Degree earned from a college or university of recognized standing with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale or equivalent in ECTS. However, applicants with grade point averages between 3.0 and 3.5 will be given consideration based on their experience and achievement.
• Applicants to the Ph.D. program should provide evidence of capacity for research. This includes a master’s thesis published paper in reputable journal or other appropriate evidence of capacity to conduct high quality research.
• All applicants’ undergraduate Cumulative GPA must not be less than 2.75 for males and not less than 2.50 for females on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants who have completed their degree/diploma from foreign universities (other than Ethiopia) are required to obtain their degree/diploma equivalent from the Ethiopian Higher Education Relevance and Quality Agency (HERQA) before admission. (Academic documents authentication by relevant office is mandatory during admission).
• Applicants must have sufficient knowledge of English language and provide proof of proficiency.
• The age limit at the time of application for M.Sc. applicants is 30 years or less and for Ph.D. 40 years or less.
• Applicants need to meet also the general requirements laid down by the School of Graduate Studies, Addis Ababa University (www.aau.edu.et)

Application Requirements and Procedures
• A cover page containing applicant’s full name as it appears on applicant’s ID/Passport, full contact details including residential and postal address, email and telephone number(s),
• A copy of ID/Passport,
• Detailed curriculum vitae not exceeding 4 pages,
• Authenticated copies of previous degrees and official transcripts from previous university/college,
• Applicants wishing to pursue a PhD program should submit a concept note not exceeding 5 pages.
• Applicants for PhD programs should identify at least one PhD supervisor and include CV of her/his potential supervisor and consent to supervise the applicant’s research work during the study period.
• Applicants for PhD programs should be willing to undertake their fulltime research in Ethiopia A personal statement/motivation letter describing the candidate’s interest to join the program not exceeding 500 words,
• Applicants sponsored by their institutions are required to submit a sponsorship letter from their institution. (The form can be downloaded from www.aau.edu.et/?wpdmact=process&did=MTUuaG90bGluaw)
• Employed applicants must provide a letter of full commitment from their employers that they will be granted study leave.
• Three letters of recommendation from instructors/supervisors from previous educational institution, organizations,
• Certificate of professional experience if there is any,

Fellowship for Regional Students
• ACEWM will have a modest funding to support research projects of all applicants.
• In addition to research support, ACEWM will provide full scholarship for very limited number (3 PhD and 5 MSc) of highly competent applicants from African Countries other than Ethiopia. A monthly stipend of 600 USD (Equivalent amount paid in ETB) for MSc. and 800 USD (Equivalent amount paid in ETB) for PhD applicants. The stipend includes accommodation.
• Other applicants are required to be sponsored by their respective institutions or by themselves.
Private applicants
• There will be limited space for private applicants. Private applicants are expected to cover all costs of their study and should provide evidence indicating their financial capacity to complete their study smoothly on time.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply
Using our online application form – https://acewm-aau.org/call-for-application-2020-2021/
An electronic copy of the application documents in English and in a single PDF document shall be submitted to both of the following contacts:
To: Mr. Netsanet Assefa, Student Affairs Officer, ACEWM, E-mail: [email protected]
Dr. Ahmed Mustefa, Academic Program Officer, Email: [email protected]
Dr. Beteley Tekola, Deputy Head, ACEWM, Email [email protected]
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted through their emails.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Bank/Addis Ababa University Masters & PhD Scholarships in Water Management 2020/2021

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United States Institute of Peace (USIP) Ethiopia Generation Change Fellows Program 2020 for Ethiopian youth Leaders (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:February 7, 2020 at 17:00 (GMT -4:00)

The Generation Change Fellows Program (GCFP) is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of civically engaged youth leaders as they emerge as peacebuilders in their communities. By delivering training in effective leadership, conflict management, and prejudice awareness and reduction; providing online courses and other resources; and fostering a global learning community, the two year Fellowship gives participants the additional skills, knowledge, support, and resources needed to increase their resilience as peacebuilders and civic leaders, manage conflict at a local level, and increase the effectiveness of their peacebuilding programs.

Generation Change Fellows are between 18 and 35 years old. They hold leadership roles within civic organizations and are actively working to positively impact their community. The Fellows have earned trusted and legitimacy within their community through their demonstrated commitment to their work.

The five day program will deliver training in effective leadership, conflict management, and prejudice awareness and reduction in order for these emerging leaders to increase their resilience and have a greater impact on their respective communities. The training will provide a safe space for participants to share ideas, gain new tools, practice constructive conversations, and better understand conflict resolution, especially as it relates to their country. It will also expose participants to experts in the leadership development and conflict resolution fields.

Upon completing the training, participants will join Generation Change’s global community of emerging civic leaders and will have access to various resources provided by USIP. USIP will pay for participant airfare, lodging, meal, and visa expenses.

Criteria to Apply
Must be of Ethiopian origin.
Must currently live and work in Ethiopia
Must be 18-35 years old.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Must hold a leadership role in an organization that does peacebuilding work.
Must possess a willingness to participate and learn from peers and facilitators.
Must be able to travel and fully commit to the program between April 25-30, 2020.
Must have a passport that is valid through December 2020.

Application Submission
1. Submit the written application using Survey Monkey
2. Upload and submit an updated curriculum vitae or resume and a scanned copy of passport information page

Applications will be accepted no later than February 7, 2020 at 17:00 (GMT -4:00). Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.

Selected participants will be notified by email by March 15, 2020. If you are not notified by this time, you have not been selected.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the USIP Ethiopia Generation Change Fellows Program 2020

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Alibaba Netpreneur Training: Ethiopia Program 2020 for young Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline: January 19th, 2020

The Alibaba Netpreneur Training program will provide Ethiopian entrepreneurs and business leaders an opportunity to learn and explore how to harness digital technology to positively transform their businesses and the local economy. The 10-day program in Alibaba’s headquarters in Hangzhou, China, is organized by Alibaba Business School for mission-driven entrepreneurs and leaders in Ethiopia who are committed to building strong businesses for lasting success and contributing to the development of Ethiopia.

• Fundamental understanding of how new technology and the capabilities of a digital economy enable national development.

• Key insights into the evolution of Alibaba’s ecosystem within a country-wide context, including failures, mistakes, and best practices through sharing’s from Alibaba’s founders and business leaders.

• Key learnings from traditional businesses from a wide range of industries who recently went through the digital transformation in China.

• Field trips and interactions with leading businesses within Alibaba’s ecosystem to provide first-hand insights into current innovations.

• A foundation of strategic thinking that will enable you to make improvements in your own businesses, industries, and ecosystem.

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Program dates:

March 15 – March 25, 2020 at Alibaba’s headquarters in Hangzhou, China

The training program welcomes founders, co-founders or business owners who are:

• Mission-driven, passionate about progress in their home country and willing to explore long-term solutions for developing the digital economy.

• Committed to building strong businesses for lasting success, but also to creating communities that enable experience sharing and others to succeed.

• Curious, pragmatic, and willing to adapt to the capabilities of new technology in their home countries and tap into the global market.

Enrollment criteria:

• You MUST be a founder/co-founder or business owner of an officially registered venture that has been in operation for at least 2 years. Only those who apply and pass our interview stage can attend the program in person.

• You MUST speak fluent English.

• You MUST provide at least 1 referral in your application (referrals from a partner/organizer are preferred).

• You MUST provide your official business license when requested during the application process.

• Entrepreneurs and business leaders below 45 years old, female entrepreneurs and Ethiopian business owners are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Program length:

    • 10-day program hosted at Alibaba’s campus in Hangzhou

And:

    • A lifelong learning and sharing experience

Program costs:

Covered:

    • Training Cost.

    • Hotel accommodation (shared room).

    • Field trip and site visit transportation costs.

    • Daily meal allowance for breakfast (included in the hotel), lunch and dinner.

Not Covered (costs you must personally cover):

    • Air tickets and transportation/pick-up services to and from Hangzhou, China.

    • Single hotel room requests (if you would like to stay in a single room you will be required to cover the full cost yourself).

    • Additional food or personal expenses.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alibaba Netpreneur Training: Ethiopia Program 2020

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2020 Resilient 40 event for young change makers – Ethiopia

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Application Deadline: November 30th 2019

Are you aged 18 – 35? Do you want to join this network of change makers, to advance climate resilience in Africa and the United Kingdom? The Resilient 40 is looking for new members and applications are open for the next Resilient 40 event in Ethiopia in January 2020!

As governments across Africa gathered for the UN-led Africa Climate Week in Ghana, simultaneously, 40 young African change makers from 11 countries across the continent came together in South Africa with their counterparts from the United Kingdom. The aim of the roundtable dialogue was to provide a platform for the emerging generation of leaders to discuss how individuals, societies, and governments can become more resilient in their responses to climate change.

Increasing the connections between the UK and Africa on climate is of enormous mutual benefit and this conference built on the existing partnerships and stimulated new ones. This renewed and modern UK-African partnership in turn can strengthen the case for international action.

Calling themselves the #Resilient40, this next generation of leaders created a platform to build momentum to face this threat and to improve climate resilience across Africa. They discussed how the climate crisis is already affecting them and their societies, and developed ideas for solutions to increase resilience to face the threats ahead, sharing expertise across the continent. Each individual committed to taking their own actions to build resilience to climate change, equipped by the conference with knowledge, insights, and tools to allow them to mobilise their communities to increase resilience to climate change.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Resilient 40 event

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The Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship 2020 for mid-career Ethiopian public servants & government officials (Fully Funded to the United Kingdom)

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Application Deadline: 12:00 GMT on Monday, 13 January 2020.

The Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship is aimed at mid-career Ethiopian public servants and government officials with demonstrable skills in the fields of policy, innovation, and leadership. The fellowship is hosted by Coventry University in multiple locations across the UK (London, Birmingham, Coventry, and other regions) and in Brussels, Belgium.

The fellowship is funded by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.

Course/programme structure

Fellows will undertake an eight-week course covering the following main themes:

  • Leadership for government and public policy
  • Public policy analysis and management
  • Evidence based policy making
  • Policy delivery mechanisms and measuring policy impact
  • Personal public service leadership and impact
  • Strategy setting, transparency, accountability and stakeholder engagement
  • Manage change in public policy

Additionally, there will be study visits to, and project opportunities with, a variety of UK and EU government organisations. All participants will have an opportunity to study on a ‘real-life’ policy-based project and this may be accompanied by a short placement in an appropriate government agency. In addition to expert tutor-led sessions and interactive workshops, the programme will include specialist guest talks from experienced government leaders and policy makers, as well as formal and informal networking opportunities.

This fellowship programme will commence in June 2020.

Benefits

Each fellowship includes:

  • Full programme fees.
  • Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Return economy airfare from Ethiopia to the UK.

Eligibility 

To be eligible for a Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship, you must:

  • Be a citizen of Ethiopia and currently live in the country
  • Return to your country of citizenship at the end of the period of the fellowship
  • Have significant professional public service experience prior to applying
  • Have a postgraduate level qualification, or equivalent professional training, or experience in a relevant area at the time of application
  • Have excellent written and spoken English to be assessed by fellowship assessment panel
  • Already be, or aspire to be, a senior leader in the Ethiopian public service
  • Demonstrate a commitment to leadership development and innovation
  • Not hold British or dual-British citizenship

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship 2020

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Open Society Foundation Disability Rights Scholarship Program 2020 for young Africans (Funded)

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Application Deadline: January 6, 2020.

The Disability Rights Scholarship Program provides yearlong awards for master’s degree study to disability rights advocates, lawyers, and educators to develop new legislation, jurisprudence, policy, research, and scholarship to harness the innovations and opportunities offered by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

With the knowledge and networks gained through the program, we expect that fellows will deepen their understanding of international law and education, with a focus on disability rights, and gain the tools necessary to engage in a range of CRPD implementation strategies, such as: challenging rights violations in their home countries by drafting enforceable legislation consistent with the CRPD; utilizing enforcement mechanisms set forth in the Convention; taking forward disability rights litigation requesting CRPD-compliant remedies; engaging in disability rights advocacy; and developing law, education, or other academic curricula informed by the CRPD.

The Disability Rights Scholarship Program offers awards to individuals from Ethiopia, Lesotho, Sudan, South Sudan, Czech Republic, Georgia, and Ukraine for law degrees.

Eligibility Criteria

The program does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Candidates with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. The competition is merit-based and open to those meeting the following criteria:

  • be a citizen and legal resident Ethiopia, Lesotho, Sudan, South Sudan; Czech Republic, Georgia, or Ukraine at the time of application
  • have work experience in the legal profession or advocacy focusing on human/disability rights
  • have an excellent academic record with a bachelor of laws (LLB; in exceptional circumstances, those without a LLB but with substantial relevant experience may be considered)—a degree must be awarded by the application deadline
  • have demonstrated leadership in the field of disability rights
  • be proficient in spoken and written English or French and able to meet university-designated minimum scores on standardized language tests
  • be able to participate in an intensive academic writing program in July–August 2020
  • be able to begin the graduate program in August or September 2020
  • be able to receive and maintain visa or study permit required by host country
  • demonstrate a clear commitment to return to home country to contribute to advancing the inclusion and full participation of persons with disabilities in their communities

Participating Institutions

Fellows will be clustered at select institutions that demonstrate cutting-edge capacity for legal education in international disability rights, and that are interested in forming a consortium of schools dedicated to developing this field and deepening their own capacity with an international perspective.

In nurturing such a network, the Program strives to encourage faculties to incorporate disability rights into existing human rights curricula and participate in collaboratively-designed workshops and research efforts in the field.

Participating schools include:

•School of Law, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
•Faculty of Law, McGill University, Canada
•School of Law, University of Leeds, UK
•College of Law, Syracuse University, USA
•Washington College of Law, American University, USA

Fellowship Worth

tuition and mandatory university fees;
•monthly stipend for room, board, and other living expenses;
•program-related travel;
•accident and health insurance during the program;
•funds for educational materials and professional development;
•all costs associated with pre-academic summer program and annual conference;
•support for students with disabilities to obtain reasonable accommodations necessary for participating in the program of study.

The fellowship does NOT provide funding for dependent family members.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply online please click hereto register, and then follow the instructions.

If you are unable to apply online, the full application form (available here:https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/grants/disability-rights-scholarship-program, or from the regional coordonators listed below) and all supporting documents must be submitted via email by the deadline to the appropriate contact below.

Reference letters should be on official letterhead and submitted by the recommender via e-mail directly to the regional coordinator (address below) by the deadline

Deadline

Completed application forms and all necessary accompanying documents, along with a copy of your passport, must be submitted online or (if unable to access the application portal) to the appropriate Regional Coordinator by January 6, 2020.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Open Society Foundation Disability Rights Scholarship Program 2020

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Innovate for Life Fund 2020 for African Health Entrepreneurs

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Application Deadline: 30th November 2019

The Innovate for Life (I4L) program is centered around developing shared value partnerships between Amref country offices and health innovators to support health innovations from around the world scale in SSA and address major health challenges in the region. Through this mission, I4L aims to catalyze innovation for the creation of lasting health change in Africa, which supports the overall vision, mission, and promise of Amref Health Africa. I4L combines health knowledge, capacity, and networks, business and leadership coaching, and partnership acceleration for innovators in the program.

I4L supports entrepreneurs in the development of innovative, sustainable and scalable solutions for a healthy Africa. The program is centered around developing shared value partnerships between Amref country offices and health innovators to support health innovations from around the world scale in SSA and address major health challenges in the region. I4L aims to catalyze innovation for the creation of lasting health change in Africa, which supports the overall vision, mission, and promise of Amref Health Africa. I4L combines health knowledge, capacity, and networks, business and leadership coaching, and partnership acceleration for innovators in the program.

Requirements:

  • Have an innovative solution in Ethiopiain any of the following areas: 1)NCDs, 2)CDs and 3)WASH;
  • Have an innovative solution in Kenyain any of the following areas: 1)HIV/TB/Malaria/NCDs, 2)RMNCAH and 3) WASH & NTDs. Special interest to innovations targeting behavioral change and data collation in the aforementioned thematic areas;
  • Have a proof-of-concept innovation with demonstrated business viability;
  • Have proof of testing the innovation in the Kenyan or Ethiopian market; for example, a feasibility assessment, registration, and/or launch of the innovation in this geography;
  • Be interested in scaling their innovation through a partnership with one or many Amref program(s).

Benefits:

The program will leverage a combination of in-person and remote work, online courses and workshops, and independent learning and co-creation. The program will be composed of three key phases:

  • Phase 1: Scouting 
    Over 3 months, I4L will understand Amref country office programmatic needs, source global innovators based on these needs, and select and match innovators to country office programs
  • Phase 2: Core Programming 
    Over 5 months, I4L will hold an orientation, lead business and leadership coaching, and co-create partnerships between health innovators and Amref country offices. These activities will lead to the development of a partnership proposal that can be signed during the completion of this phase
  • Phase 3: Follow Up 
    Ongoing after completion of the core program, I4L will monitor the progress of I4L innovators and the developed shared value solutions from the core program and continue to provide support through pilot implementation and/or alumni programming

PLANNING

  • Deadline for applications: 30th November 2019
  • Selection process: December 2019 – January 2020
  • Programme: March 2020 – August 2020

If you have a question, please contact us at [email protected] 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Innovate for Life Fund 2020

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The British Council Creative Enterprise Programme 2019 in East Africa

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Application Deadline: 15th September 2019

In October and November 2019, the British Council in partnership with Nesta (the UK’s innovation Foundation) will deliver the Creative Enterprise Programme in Ethiopia and Kenya with other East African countries welcome to attend.

The Creative Enterprise Programme is designed to support entrepreneurs who are already in the process of setting up their own creative enterprise. The workshop content and activities are relevant to people whose businesses are up-and-running and those who are in the very early stages.

It’s suitable for people just starting out and for people who have been running a business for a long time, to take a fresh look at their business using new methods.

  • The programme will deliver a four-day workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from 17- 21 October 2019. They are looking for creative entrepreneurs across all art forms, who are driven by a mission to create and sustain social value through their creative enterprise. Whether you are in architecture, digital arts, visual or performing arts, fashion, music or film. They are looking for all creatives with a social impact.
  • The programme will deliver a four-day workshop in Nairobi, Kenya from 29 November – 03 December for those working across fashion and Film (this can include all creatives working across fashion,  textiles, design, accessories, footwear, millinery and across Film, TV and radio.

The workshop is a learn-by-doing approach – participants complete the workshop exercises with their business in the focus. There are interactive exercises, peer-led activities, guest speakers and time for reflection, all curated for a positive learning environment.

Eligibility

All participants of the Creative Enterprise Programme must:

  • Be a creative business, working in the relevant creative industry – architecture, digital arts, visual or performing arts, fashion, music or film, textiles, design, accessories, footwear, millinery and across Film, TV and radio.
  • Have an already established enterprise or be in the later stages of developing an idea. This is typically a business no more than two years old but can be a more established business wishing to pause and consider their model through the CEP lens
  • Be willing to share their knowledge and experience with the group in an open, supportive peer lead learning environment
  • Come prepared to work on their business/idea, to progress through the programme, considering peer feedback, to strengthen their proposition
  • Be open to supporting fellow participants in developing their idea by providing constructive feedback when appropriate 
  • Be available for the full duration of the programme.

Application Procedure

Apply for the Ethiopia Creative Enterprise Programme CEP workshop

Apply for the Kenya Creative Enterprise Programme CEP workshop

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council Creative Enterprise Programme 2019

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University of Gondar Mastercard Foundation Undergraduate Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020/2021 for young Ethiopians (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: August 27 2019.

The University of Gondar Mastercard Foundation Undergraduate Scholars Program is open only for Ethiopian applicants that sat or will sit for the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Examination (EHEECE) in 2010 EC and 2011EC in Ethiopia who intend to be a full-time undergraduate student at the UoG.

Any applicant who wishes to pursue his/her undergraduate study on a fulltime basis and in the selected disciplines (ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, MEDICAL LABORATORY, LAW, MEDICINE, NURSING, PHARMACY, PHYSIOTHERAPY, PSYCHIATRY, PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIAL WORK, SOCIOLOGY, SPECIAL NEEDS AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION, HEALTH OFFICER, OPTOMETRY, BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING, CIVIL ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE) can apply for the scholarship.

Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of demonstrated academic ability, financial need, and disability status as well as community giveback and leadership potential using tailored checklists. The scholarship is full and covers the costs of tuition, accommodation/boarding, stipend and additional expenses as well as provides academic, financial and social support to make awardees develop as capable and transformative leaders in their communities. The scholarship adopts the approach of experiential learning and facilitates organizational attachments, summer-camps for scholarship holders.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND CONDITIONS.

  • This application form – completed and signed – along with required documents should reach the Program Office no later than August 27 2019. Applications submitted to other organizations or after the deadline will not be considered for the scholarship award.
  • Only applicants that sat for the EHEECE in 2010EC and 2011EC are eligible for the 2012EC scholarship.
  • ONLY applicants with (1) visual, hearing or mobility impairment, (2) scores on the EHEECE for entry to higher educational institutions in REGULAR or EXTENSION Program, and (3) proved financial difficulty will be eligible for award consideration.
  • Only applicants without a first degree (BA or BSc) or currently not in study can apply for this Scholarship

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the University of Gondar Mastercard Foundation Undergraduate Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020/2021

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African Union Interfaith Dialogue on Violent Extremism (iDove) 3rd Intercontinental Youth Forum 2019– Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Application Deadline: June 30th 2019

The iDove initiative was jointly launched by the African Union Commission’s Directorate of Citizens and Diaspora Organizations (AUC-CIDO) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbHin February 2017to highlight the importance of the soft power of religion in preventing violent extremism (PVE)through innovative, youth-led approaches.

By building on existing initiatives and supporting young people’s engagement and ideas in both Europe and Africa, iDove strives to develop non-violent approaches to problem solving that strengthen social cohesion and to create a forum for exchange and mutual learning.The annualiDove Intercontinental Youth Forums provide a valuable platform for young activists, academics, creatives & policy makers from all over Africa and Europe to share experiences, ideas and knowledge on constructive strategies to prevent violent extremism.

The Third Intercontinental Youth Forum will focus on thecurrent challenge ofrehabilitating and reintegrating (R&R) foreign fightersand other returnees.Taking returnees into account when designing PVE strategies has become more and more pressing in recent years as thousands of foreign fighters have been relocatingto their home communities. Foreign fighters are strongly exposed to violent extremist ideologies, with many having witnessed or actively participated in acts of violence.

Somemay be highly traumatized and in need of medical assistance. Others might be family members of foreign fighters or children born in war-zones. Whether actively involved infighting and violence or not, all returnees will require assistance in addressing the drivers that led to their involvement with violent extremism as well as in (again) assuming productive roles in society. What are my benefits?•Become part of theiDove networkof young PVE activists, creatives, policy makers & academics from all over Africa & Europe•Increase your knowledgeon soft power approaches to PVE–in particular those involving interfaith dialogue.

Gain valuable insights for your own workby exploringthe communalities and differences in PVE between different world regions •Learn more about R&Rofforeign fighters and other returneesfrom our invited experts & distinguished speakers•Further develop your skillson project management and howto successfully pitch your project idea

Requirements:

You arebetween 18 and 35 years old üYou are acitizen or resident of a European or an African country
You have proven experience in PVE and building social cohesion, ideally the context of rehabilitation & reintegration of returnees
You are committed to and/or experienced in interfaith dialogue and collaboration
You are fluent in either English or French

How to Apply:

How to apply?Please fill out the questionnaire below and attach your CV and any supporting documents for your application. The deadline for applications is EAT midnight June 30, 2019.

iDove Questionaire (EN)
iDove Questionaire (FR)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the African Union Interfaith Dialogue on Violent Extremism (iDove) 3rd Intercontinental Youth Forum 2019

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Alibaba Group eFounders Class 7 – Africa Fellowship Program 2019 for young African Entrepreneurs – Hangzhou,China

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Application Deadline: June 9th 2019

The eFounders Fellowship program provides first-hand exposure to ecommerce and digital innovations, access to business leaders across Alibaba and China, as well as an opportunity to connect with like-minded, leading entrepreneurs in your region. The fellowship is a community of passionate and successful “Champions for the New Economy” looking to inspire and create a more inclusive development model for all.

The eFounders Fellowship program is jointly organized by Alibaba Business School and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), who are implementing the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Class 7 of the eFounders Fellowship, which will be open to founders/co-founders of digital ventures from Algeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, or Tunisia.

Program dates:

The program will be held at Alibaba’s headquarters in Hangzhou, China from August 18th – 28th, 2019.

What will participants learn?

• The key factors in Alibaba’s long-term success.

• The defining moments and failures that have shaped Alibaba’s journey (including the early stages of development).

• An understanding of Alibaba’s ecosystem.

Class 7 welcomes entrepreneurs who are:

• Authentic, open-minded and altruistic leaders of the ‘new economy’.

• Building enterprises for long-term success, not for short-term profit.

• Mission-driven and have a strong sense of purpose, integrity, vision and drive.

• Willing to learn and share their experiences and ideas.

Class 7 enrollment criteria:

• You MUST be a founder or co-founder of an officially registered digital venture that has been in operation for at least 2 years.

• Your venture MUST be headquartered, located in or operates in one of the following countries: Algeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, or Tunisia.

• You MUST provide at least 1 referral in your application (referrals from a partner/organizer/eFounders Fellow are preferred).

• You MUST provide your official business license when requested during the application process.

• Entrepreneurs below 35 years old, female entrepreneurs, and target country locals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Program costs:

Covered:

    • Hotel accommodation (shared room).

    • Small daily living allowance of 30 RMB/day.

    • Field trip and site visit transportation costs.

Not covered (costs you must personally cover):

    • Air tickets and transportation/pick-up services to and from Hangzhou, China.

    • Single hotel room requests (if you would like to stay in a single room you will be required to cover the full cost yourself).

    • Additional food or personal expenses.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alibaba Group eFounders Class 7 – Africa Fellowship Program 2019

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University of Gondar Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020 for East African Students (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: May 30th 2019

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) at the University of Gondar awards a total of 160 graduate scholarships in the coming eight years, starting from 2018/19. The scholarship will directly benefit academically talented but disadvantaged youth from five East African countries – Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea (refugees in camps located in Ethiopia), Djibouti and South Sudan. The Graduate Scholars Program is designed to help Scholars to acquire transformational and leadership skills and demonstrate high professional and scholarly competencies to effectively influence global, regional, national and local socioeconomic development trends. The Program is technically and financially supported by Mastercard Foundation and will avail excellent academic and nonacademic support to Scholars during their stay at University of Gondar.

THE ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS ARE:
  • Law
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Physiotherapy
  • Nursing

Eligibility Requirements

This scholarship is open only for International applicants who earn their Bachelor’s degree in the past 5 years in South Sudan, Somalia, Djibouti and Eritrea (Eritrean migrants, in Ethiopia) at the time of application and intend to be a full-time graduate student of PHYSIOTHERAPY, NURSING, SOCIOLOGY, PSYCHOLOGY or LAW at the University of Gondar. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of applicants’ demonstrated academic ability, leadership potential, socioeconomic need and or disability if you are a male.

Benefits:

The scholarship is comprehensive and covers the costs of tuition, accommodation/boarding, stipend and additional program-related expenses as well as support on training programs, academic, financial literacy and social issues with the aim of developing capable and transformative leaders at grassroots and global levels. The scholarship adopts the approach of experiential learning and facilitates organizational attachments and summer-camps, among others, for scholarship holders.

STUDENT RESOURCES

The following resources provide more information about the University of Gondar, campus facilities, policies and university regulations. If you have any question or cannot find specific information, please contact us (website: www.uogqueensmcf.com; email: [email protected]).

HOUSING AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Campus Facilities

The University of Gondar has five campuses. The University has a number of facilities including:

  • Banking services – The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has a full-service branch at the Tewodros campus. ATMs are located at:
    • The main gate of the University, Maraki (Dashen Bank, United Bank and Commercial Bank of Ethiopia)
    • The Atse Tewodros Campus near the Post Office (Commercial Bank)
    • The College of Medicine and Health Sciences and Hospital complex (CBE (3) and United Bank (1))
  • Library Services – the University has nine libraries that provide a wide range of library services, including computer laboratories, digital resources, training and support for students with disabilities.
  • Information Communications Technology (ICT) facilities – the University provides technology support through a main office at the Atse Tewodros Campus and through offices in all faculties. There are several computer laboratories on campus, and students have access to free internet services through a username and password.
  • Guidance and Counseling Services – the University provides guidance and counselling services for all students, as well as community support services. Contact the Dean of Student Affairs for more information.
  • Center for Disability Studies – the Center for Disability Studies sponsors and coordinates research and services for students with disabilities and is connected to the Center for Community Based Rehabilitation.
  • Center for Community Based Rehabilitation – the Centre for Community-Based Rehabilitation works to support the full integration of people with disabilities into their communities.
  • Campus Security – Our Campus security team works to keep all staff, faculty and students safe while at the University.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the University of Gondar Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020

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Invest Your Talent in Italy Scholarships 2019/2020 for International students (Funded to study in Italy)

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Application Deadline: January 31, 2019 until 12:00 (Midday, Italian time).

The University of Macerata is partner of the Invest your talent in Italy programme which offers the opportunity to students from Azerbaijan, Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, People’s Republic of China, Tunisia, Turkey and Vietnam to attend selected Master’s courses in English in prestigious Italian universities. The programme combines university lectures with practical on-the-job training with an Italian company.

In order to apply for a IYT scholarship, students have to:

Once selected, students will have access to scholarships, fee exemption, Italian language courses, internship in an Italian company and cultural activities.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Invest Your Talent in Italy Scholarships 2019/2020

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GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2019 for early stage Entrepreneurs in east Africa

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Application Deadline:16th December 2018

The GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme is demanding, but so is success! The programme and our support is designed to help you scale your venture, make it investment ready and develop your entrepreneurial leadership.

The aim of the 6 months’ programme is to accelerate and unlock significant growth in your business.

Programme and methodology

  • The programme consists of 2 5-days’ boot camp and then subsequently five 2-days workshops where we establish the foundation and equip you with tools to diagnose your business and devise strategies to optimize your business in all conceivable areas.
  • After each workshop you will work in-company with the assistance of your mentor, growth catalyst, financial modeller and sages to implement your new strategies and innovations – boosting your growth trajectory in significant ways.

Workshops are out every four weeks, providing you with time to apply what you learned, plan and prepare for the next workshop, and keep your focus running and developing your business.

Requirements:

GrowthAfrica is looking for ambitious, committed and innovative entrepreneurs whose post-revenue businesses are creating a positive impact in the communities they work in, either through their products or services or business model – particularly if:

  • You already have an innovative product or service in the market and have paying customers
  • You have a team of co-founders with a balanced skillset, who are ambitious, talented, committed and willing to learn from their peers and the GrowthAfrica team
  • Your team have a burning desire to make the business the next big thing and scale internationally and making the business an impactful multimillion dollar success story

For profit, post revenue business with an innovative product, service or methodology

  • Ready to scale the business
  • Turnover of min 100,000 USD
  • Existed for 2 years or more year
  • Dedicated Full time founding team consisting of at least 2 founders
  • Full time and dedicated core team
  • Open to raising external investment as part of your growth strategy

Sectors:

open to all sectors but have a soft spot for:

  • Agribusiness
  • Education
  • IT/mobile solutions
  • Fintech
  • Renewable energy
  • Construction and affordable housing
  • Water & sanitation
  • Health
  • Manufacturing/processing
  • Renewable energy

Growth Africa Offers:

  • Growth strategy: Led by experienced facilitators, own designed proprietary process and learning methodology that leads to an increase in your revenue and profits
  • Catalytic support: Get individualised and tailored business development support from growth catalysts who will walk you through and support you in your business journey
  • Financial modelling: Build a financial model for your business growth and investment readiness
  • Investment support: Receive support in identification of, access to and engagement with potential and relevant investors
  • Peer-peer learning: Connect and benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking with like-minded entrepreneurs
  • Mentorship: You will have a personal executive mentor who will offer you advice and be your sounding board
  • Leadership: Acquire tools to develop stronger entrepreneurial leadership
  • Networking and partnerships opportunities with GrowthAfrica’s networks locally and internationally

Benefits:

The total value of these copious resources is in excess of USD 50,000 per participating venture – but we naturally do not expect you to pay this upfront. But we do think it is fair that the success we inevitably will co-create with you is shared – so we ask all ventures to pay us subsequently by sharing:

  • 1% of your revenue
  • 2% of your equity
  • 3% of investments raised

We only expect this from you if we help you:

  • Double your revenue or
  • Triple your profit or
  • Help you raise at least USD 250,000
 

The programme’s first phase consists of 18 workshop days spread over a 6 months’ period. The programme kicks off with a 5-day visioning bootcamp and then subsequently five 2-days workshops where we establish the foundation and equip you with tools to diagnose your business and devise strategies to optimize your business in all conceivable areas. This part is concluded with 3-day actioning bootcamp where businesses come up with an implementation action plan for their 3-year vision.

After each workshop you will work in-company with the assistance of external business experts, GrowthAfrica growth catalysts and financial modelers. We will be working to implement your new strategies and innovations – boosting your growth trajectory in significant ways.

The second phase of the programme involves 24 months of one-on-one support from the GrowthAfrica team, a pool of external business leaders and support by GrowthAfrica’s investment facilitation team.

Timeline:

  • Application deadline: December 16th, 2018 – at midnight
  • Programme start date: May 2019
  • End of phase 1: September 2019

Application Procedure

  • Apply for the programme here for Zambia, here for Kenya, here for Uganda and here for Ethiopia.

In case you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact :

In case you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us:

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Purity Kimani
+254 712 508 620
[email protected]		 Michelle Mboha
+256 757 453 412
[email protected]		 Robinson Daka
+260 976 901 650
[email protected]		 Selam Kebede
+251 911 341 476
[email protected]

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme 2019

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Mozilla Science group/H3ABioNet 2018 Open Science Workshops in East Africa.

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Mozilla Science group and H3ABioNet in collaboration with SageBionetworks are running a series of 2-days Open Science trainings in East Africa. These 2 days trainings aim to raise awareness, increase skills around open research and reproducibility in Science, tools and platforms, and ultimately help scientist and researchers overcome the fears and challenges.

Trainings:

  • November 12-13 UVRI: Entebbe, Uganda
  • November 15-16 AASTU: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • November 18-19 UofK: Khartoum, Sudan
  • November 22-23 ICIPE: Nairobi, Kenya

These trainings will consist of a half-day of lectures and show case of success stories around open science from the biomedical field. A half-day training will be dedicated to the use of GitHub for collaborative research, and a full-day of training and discussions of open science best practices.

Selected candidates will be contacted late October 2018.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mozilla Science group/H3ABioNet 2018 Open Science trainings

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Irish Aid Fellowship Training Programme 2019/2020 for study in Ireland (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: 30 November, 2018.

The Fellowship Training Programme was Irish Aid’s first scholarship programme, begun in 1974. Since that time, it has brought suitably qualified candidates from developing countries to undertake Masters degrees at universities and colleges in Ireland, with further students supported for similar courses in their own region.

Awards are made in fields such as development studies, rural development, health care, education and law with the aim of supporting and enhancing the contribution recipients can make to Irish Aid’s partner organisations. Fellowship eligibility requirements aim to ensure close alignment with Irish Aid’s programmatic approach.

The scholarship award covers course fees, required flights, accommodation (for out of country study), monthly allowances, insurance and other incidental expenses. Eligible Masters programmes in Ireland commence in the period August to September each year and, depending on the course, scholarships will run for between 10 and 16 months.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must

  • be a citizen of one of Irish Aid’s partner countries (i.e. Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam and Zambia), or of Cambodia, Kenya, Liberia, Palestine, Myanmar, Rwanda or Zimbabwe.
  • be resident in that country.
  • have achieved the necessary academic standard to be accepted onto a Master’s degree course in a higher education institution in Ireland or within their own region.
  • be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the development of their home country.
  • have identified relevant college courses in a higher education institution in Ireland or within their own region. For study in Ireland, you must select courses from the Irish Aid Directory of Eligible Postgraduate Courses
  • be applying to commence a new qualification and not be seeking funding for a course they have already commenced or which will begin before fellowship awards have been notified.
  • be able to take up the fellowship in the academic year 2019/2020.

For study in Ireland, applicants must also

  • be able to demonstrate skills in academic English by achieving an appropriate score on a recognised test (IELTS 6.5)
  • contact the Irish Embassy to confirm that the courses they have chosen from the Directory of Postgraduate Courses accord with the Embassy’s priorities in their country (see contact information below).

All applicants who apply to study in Ireland and are selected to go forward to second stage will be required to sit an IELTS exam, unless they are already in possession of an IELTS certificate that is less than 12 months old at the time of application which shows the applicant has achieved the necessary score for the course they intend to apply to. Early preparation for the IELTS exam is strongly advised, even for native English speakers.

Eligible Countries:
Cambodia
Ethiopia
Kenya
Laos
Liberia
Malawi
Mozambique
Myanmar
Palestine
Rwanda
Sierra Leone
Tanzania
Uganda
Vietnam
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Eligible Courses:

Relevant Masters programmes in Ireland and regionally.  A directory listing suitable courses for study in Ireland is available to applicants, covering programmes in up to 12 subject areas.

Before finalising your course choices and submitting your application, please confirm with the relevant Irish Embassy that they remain fully satisfied that the courses you have chosen from the Irish Aid Directory of Eligible Postgraduate Courses accord with the Embassy’s country priorities. Embassy contact details are available below.

Contact

Click on your country below to contact the relevant Embassy of Ireland / Mission.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Irish Aid Fellowship Training Programme 2019/2020

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AU-EU Youth Cooperation Hub 2018 Youth Fellowship for young Africans (Fully Funded to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)

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Application Deadline: 17 September 2018 (1:00 pm CEST)

For the first time the youth are not only being heard but also asked to contribute to the guidelines for projects focusing on some of the most important issues concerning both the European Union and the African Union.As a Youth Fellow, you will advise international experts and institutions on the preparation of the Youth Innovation Fund, a call for proposal for funds totalling 10 Million Euros.

By joining the AU-EU Youth Cooperation Hub, you will contribute to making youth solutions a reality, piloting projects in six sectors!

The Hub is a multi-stakeholder initiative – with youth at its core – seeking to test new approaches to common challenges facing the AU & EU.

The AU-EU Youth Cooperation Hub will enable 42 selected young Africans, Europeans and Diaspora to work with the African Union, the European Union and other relevant stakeholders in developing new approaches, defining the scope of pilot projects and monitoring their implementation in six areas:

  • Business, Job Creation & Entrepreneurship
  • Culture, Sports & Arts
  • Education and Skills
  • Environmental Preservation and Climate Change
  • Governance, Political Inclusion & Activism
  • Peace and Security, including Prevention of Radicalisation and Violent Extremism.

The AU-EU Youth Cooperation Hub builds on the unprecedented experience of the AU-EU Youth Plug-In Initiative (YPII) which led the development and presentation of the AU-EU Youth Agenda at the 5th AU-EU Summit in Abidjan in 2017. The YPII itself built on the Abidjan Youth Declaration.

Requirements:

Any person between the ages of 18-35, African, European or Diaspora, interested in Africa-EU cooperation as well as knowledgeable in one of the six areas.

As a Youth applicant, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a citizen of an African Union or European Union Member State
  • Aged 18-35 upon applying
  • Proven knowledge, practical experience and demonstrated impact in one of the six thematic areas
  • Additional knowledge/experience of minimum one of three cross-cutting thematic areas is desirable: Gender, Migration, and/or Digitalisation
  • Interest in and knowledge of Africa-EU relations
  • Experience in working in international and multicultural teams is desirable
  • Ability to work effectively in either English or French, and possessing an adequate understanding of the other language
  • Writing skills and public speaking skills are desirable.

Benefits:

  • Selected Youth Fellows will be divided into clusters, 7 Youth Fellows per cluster.
  • Youth Fellows, with the guidance of the experts, will work together using a virtual platform and be expected to produce regular deliverables linked to their cluster topic.
  • The 42 Youth Fellows will meet and spend 10 days in Addis Ababa (27 October to 4 November) for a first consultative meeting, in partnership with GIZ.
  • Possible field visits will take place twice a year (2019 & 2020).
  • Flights, accommodation, meals and local travel expenses are covered.

Timeline:

From October 2018 until the 6th AU-EU Summit in 2020.

Opening of Applications

4 September 2018

Applications

Deadline: 4 September – 17 September 2018 (1:00 pm CEST)

Youth Fellow Selection

Autumn 2018

First Consultative Meeting in Addis Ababa

27 October and 4 November 2018

Up to 2 Working Sessions per Year (2019 & 2020)

Each lasting approximately a week with online preparation before the meetings. Possible field visits may be organised as part of the monitoring once projects unfold.
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Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network (SBN) Regional Pitch Competition 2018 for SMEs in East Africa

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Application Deadline: September 1, 2018, 23.59h CEST.

Are you a nutrition sensitive SME in Malawi, Ethiopia or Kenya ? Does your product/service/concept address a local diet quality gap and increase the consumption of safe and nutritious foods ? Apply and stand the chance win a trip to Nairobi to compete in the Scaling Up Nutrition Pitch Competition (Africa Edition)!

The Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network (SBN) in collaboration with the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) has organized the first edition of the Scaling Up Nutrition Pitch Competition. The SUN Pitch Competition will be held during the Nutrition Africa Investor Forum (NAIF) in Kenya on the 16th of October 2018.

The objectives of the SUN Pitch Competition is to;

+ Build a pipeline of quality ‘nutrition investments’ with a focus on SMEs that can respond to pressing local nutrition priorities and improve access to nutritious and safe foods for low consumers.

+ Leverage partnerships to provide capital / technical assistance to promising local nutrition sensitive SMEs.

+ To scale innovative nutrition investments and showcase sustainable market based solutions that address nutrition issues which can be adopted and scaled up regionally.

With the generous support of partners a series of initiatives will be organized to select SMEs from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique and Nigeria to compete at the SUN Pitch Competition. For this particular application process, SBN in partnership with BoPinc will select the cohort of SMEs from Ethiopia, Kenya and Malawi that will participate in the SUN Pitch Competition.

Application Process and Timeline

1) Applications

Use the online application link to apply before September 1, 2018, 23.59h CEST. Application are only open to eligible SME’s from Malawi, Ethiopia and Kenya (see eligibility criteria). Please note, during the shortlisting and selection process additional information will be requested from long listed applicants.

2) Pitching training

Four (4) selected SMEs will then be trained by BoP Innovation Center from September through to mid-October to help them develop and refine their pitch. Training includes providing each company with materials and feedback, remote training sessions, remote rehearsal sessions and a final face to face training session in Nairobi. All travel and accommodation expenses in Nairobi will be covered. All SMEs that are selected are expected to participate in all the pitch preparation sessions over the course of September and October.

3) Final Event

The SUN Pitch Competition will give SMEs a chance to present an investment opportunity to a panel of judges. Competing SMEs will be drawn from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Malawi,Zambia, Mozambique and Nigeria. The judges will award prizes to the top three SMEs that have been generously contributed by partners.

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant is a citizen of Malawi, Ethiopia or Kenya. The applicant has a fully registered start-up or growth stage Small and Medium Sized Enterprise (SME) with annual revenues of up to USD 1 000 000 and whose products and/or services promote nutrition and food safety in Malawi, Ethiopia or Kenya.

The applicant is a for profit company including association and cooperatives if they are functioning as businesses.

Be available to participate for the pitch training boot camp from mid -September to mid- October (dates to be communicated soon). All applicants are expected to be fluent in spoken English.

Business must comply with SBN principles for business engagement and by the UN Business Sector Guidelines. Priority will only be given to businesses whose operations abide by these guidelines.

Selection Criteria

Selection of winners will be based on the following criteria:

1. Nutrition impact: Proposed investment opportunity addresses a key diet quality gap/need.

2. Commercial Viability: The business model is economically viable. The ability of the investment opportunity to provide adequate returns to potential investors. High growth market opportunity and high barriers to entry. The ability of the management team to deliver value to investors.

3. Scale: The magnitude of impact on vulnerable population target groups

4. Innovation: Proposed investment opportunity is introducing or scaling accessible and disruptive innovations that address and identified diet quality gap/need in the market.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network (SBN) Regional Pitch Competition 2018

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Acumen East Africa Fellows Program 2019 for emerging Leaders in East Africa (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline:Sunday, September 9th 2018 at 11:59 pm local time.

Every year, the Acumen Fellows Program in East Africa brings together 20 extraordinary individuals from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Burundi, and South Sudan, and equips them with the knowledge, support system and practical wisdom to drive positive change in society. Over the course of a year, Fellows remain in their jobs while taking part in five week-long seminars, where they receive the tools, training and space to innovate new ideas, accelerate their impact, build a strong network of social leaders from across their region and around the world.

The Acumen Fellowship program is an intensive leadership development program cultivating a pipeline of tomorrow’s social changemakers. Over the course of a year, Fellows remain in their jobs while participating in five in-person, multi-day immersive seminars and engaging in online content between seminars. Currently operating in Colombia, East Africa, India, Pakistan, and West Africa, the Fellows Program equips leaders from across the country or region with the knowledge, skills and community to become more effective, collaborative agents of change.

East Africa Program: Nairobi, Kampala, Kigali and Dar es Salaam

Requirements:

The Fellows are individuals who dare to do what’s right, not what’s easy, to create positive change in their country. Fellows can come from diverse cultural, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds and work in any sector, and they must be committed to ending poverty in their community through their work. They are individuals who are making a long-term play at system-level impact and are seeking the leadership skills and moral imagination to make it happen.

The Fellows we seek are:

  • Entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, policy makers, community mobilizers and social innovators
  • Men and women of all ages and education levels who are able to participate in a program conducted in English
  • Pakistanis who have a demonstrated history of impact, commitment and concrete connection to the region
  • Leaders with strong personal integrity, unrelenting perseverance and moral imagination
  • Committed individuals ready to undergo an intensive year-long personal transformation and leadership journey followed by an induction into the larger Fellows Community

Benefits:

  • Acumen covers all program-related expenses during the fellowship year. This includes all costs associated with the seminars including lodging, food, transportation and visas.

Programme Details

In-person Seminars

Our Fellows Program centers around five in-person seminars design to improve individuals’ capacity to innovate and drive change while remaining in their full-time jobs.

Virtual Content

Our unique virtual content enables Fellows to connect with peers and continue developing the skills to make lasting social impact between seminars.

Self-Reflection

We provide the space and security for Fellows to practice self-reflection, broaden their perspectives and identify areas for personal development.

Focus on Real-World Applicability

We design content that is focused on being relevant and applicable to Fellows’ everyday lives and social impact work.

Timeline:

  • STAGE 1: APPLICATIONS. Due Sunday, September 9th 2018 at 11:59 pm local time.
    All applications must be completed and submitted online. Following the initial submission, successful candidates will be invited to participate in Stage 2.
  • STAGE 2: ONLINE ENGAGEMENT. Instructions for Stage 2 will be sent on Tuesday, September 25th and all assignments must be completed and submitted online by Wednesday, October 10th 2018.  Successful candidates will be invited to participate in Stage 3.
  • STAGE 3: SELECTION CONFERENCE. Stage 3 is a mandatory day-long in-person engagement and will be held in mid-late November in each region.
  • FINAL SELECTION: Candidates selected to the 2019 cohorts will be notified by December 2018.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Acumen East Africa Fellows Program 2019

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DNDi Scientific Journalism Workshop 2018 for health/science journalists (Fully Funded to Kampala, Uganda)

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Application Deadline: 17 August 2018.

DNDi would like to invite health/science journalists from Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe to submit their applications for a media workshop to be held on 1st – 4th October 2018 in Kampala, Uganda.

This is a three-day, all-expense paid media workshop to help reporters and editors from East, Central, and Southern Africa to better understand neglected diseases in the region and grasp the science behind efforts to develop drugs for these diseases. The workshop will allow participants to:

  1. Learn more about science journalism and sharpen their skills
  2. Learn more about research and development (R&D) in Africa and better grasp the ins and outs of clinical trials/research
  3. Broaden their knowledge of neglected tropical diseases, including emerging threats such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
  4. Build a network of valued sources in clinical research in the region.

The sessions will include both discussion and practical sessions to expand journalists’ knowledge of neglected disease R&D. The workshop will take place during the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) Stakeholder Meeting in Kampala, Uganda, which will feature researchers and clinicians from a number of countries in the region working on sleeping sickness, leishmaniasis, filarial diseases (river blindness), mycetoma, paediatric HIV, AMR, and other neglected diseases

Eligibility

  • Professional Science/health Journalists working in broadcast, print, and online media may apply.
  • Science/health journalists working in the following countries are eligible.
    • Kenya
    • Uganda
    • Tanzania
    • Ethiopia
    • Sudan
    • South Sudan
    • Democratic Republic of Congo
    • South Africa
    • Ghana
    • Cameroon
    • Zimbabwe
  • Applicants can be either full-time journalists or freelancers.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of four years of professional experience of covering health and science.
  • Proven experience or personal motivation for reporting on science and R&D for neglected diseases.
  • Journalists working in both English and French media are welcome to apply since we will have English – French translation during the workshop.

Application

  1. The following categories of journalists can apply:
    • Editors
    • Reporters
    • Correspondents
    • Freelancers
  2. All interested journalists may apply using the online application form no later than 17 August 2018. Please make sure that you provide the following information while submitting the form:
    • A written statement in fewer than 500 words, indicating the reason for applying and why you should be considered in either English or French.
    • Two samples of (or links to) recently completed work
    • A current updated resume
  3. Applicants should have a valid passport (if required) to enable them travel to Uganda
  4. All staff reporters must have permission from the editor(s) to attend the workshop

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the DNDi Scientific Journalism Workshop 2018 

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Leading Ethiopia: Kana Scholarship (Fully Funded to attend the One Young World Summit 2018 in The Hague, Netherlands)

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Application Deadline: July 18th 2018

Kana TV are Ethiopia’s leading broadcaster. Since 2016 they have been transforming the media landscape in Ethiopia, pioneering the way entertainment can be accessed across the country. As a revolutionary industry leader, Kana TV is proud to partner with One Young World to launch the inaugural Leading Ethiopia: Kana Scholarship. 

The scholarship will discover and recognise an outstanding Ethiopian young leader who has made extraordinary contributions to Ethiopia in the fields of agriculture, environment, health, poverty alleviation, human rights or education.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must be of Ethiopian nationality
  • Candidates must reside in Ethiopia
  • They must be aged between 18 and 30 (inclusive) by the date of the One Young World Summit 2018.

Benefits:

The award winner will receive:

  • Title of Leading Ethiopia: Kana Scholar.
  • Profiling in Kana TV publications & channels.
  • Access to the One Young World Summit 2018 in The Hague, Netherlands.
  • Hotel accommodation on a shared basis between 17 and 20 (inclusive) October, 2017.
  • Provisions may be made for delegates to avail of an additional night’s accommodation on 16 October, should their travel itinerary require.
  • The cost of travel to and from The Hague (flights in economy)
  • Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue
  • Summit hand-outs and support materials

Successful candidates will demonstrate impact in one of the following fields:

  • Agriculture
  • Environment
  • Health
  • Poverty alleviation
  • Education

In addition, the strongest candidates will demonstrate:

  • Proven leadership ability
  • A capacity for innovation and values-driven problem solving
  • A concern for local and global issues
  • An ability to generate and articulate impactful ideas
  • An ability to work towards a shared goal through teamwork and collaboration

Apply Now for the Leading Ethiopia: Kana Scholarship

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Visit the Official Webpage of the Leading Ethiopia: Kana Scholarship

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World Bank/African Railway Center of Excellence (ARCE) MSc and PhD Scholarships 2018/2019

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Application Deadline: 5th of July 2018

African Railway Center of Excellence (ARCE) is one of the African Center of Excellence II projects supported by the World Bank. Through this support from the WB, the center aspires to become sustainable regional hub for training and research in Railway Engineering and Management, capable of leading efforts to address priority development challenges and improve lives in South and Eastern Africa. The aim of the center is to strengthen railway professionals’ development through short-term training, MSc and PhD level education, and research in Ethiopia and the region at large.

To this effect, ARCE is offering scholarships to citizens in Sub-Saharan African countries to pursue MSc/PhD studies in Railway Engineering specializing in “Civil Infrastructure”, “Rolling Stock” and “Traction and Train Control” for the 2018/19 academic year.

Eligible Applicants

Applicants have to:-

  1. Have completed their last degree less than six years ago during the time of application
  2. Be Citizens of African countries
  3. For MSc applicants: Applicants should have Bachelor’s degree qualification with at least a CGPA of 3.00/4.00 for males and 2.5/4.00 for females (grading shall be converted to 4.00 scale).
  4. For PhD applicants: Applicants should have MSc degree qualification with at least a CGPA of 3.50 for males and 3.25 for females (grading shall be converted to 4.00 scale).
  5. The applicant should write a personal statement/motivation letter describing the candidate`s interest to join the program.
  6. The applicant should have two letters of recommendations of advisors/ supervisors from previous educational institutions.
  7. PhD applicants should submit research proposal including a detailed work plan (10 to 15 pages).

Female candidates and candidates from underprivileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Eligible Fields

  • For MSc in Railway Engineering (Civil Infrastructure)

Applications may come from engineering subject areas with strong relevance in Civil Engineering including Structural, Geotechnical, and Construction Technology, or related fields.

  • For MSc in Railway Engineering (Rolling Stock)

Applications may come from engineering subject areas with strong relevance in Mechanical Engineering including Mechanical Design, Industrial Engineering, and Thermal Engineering, or related fields.

  • For MSc in Railway Engineering (Traction and Train Control)

Applications may come from engineering subject areas with strong relevance in Electrical Engineering including  Electronic Communication Engineering, Power Engineering, Industrial Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, Microelectronics Engineering, or related fields.

  • For PhD in Railway Engineering

MSc in Railway Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related fields

Place of Study

Addis Ababa University (AAU), Addis Ababa Institute of Technology (AAiT)

Duration and Commencement

Scholarships are available for two years for Masters and four years for PhD. The scholarship will be initially granted for one semester and may be extended for those who completed the first semester successfully.

Application Procedure

The applicants should submit their document in a single pdf file through email addresses; – [email protected] and [email protected] (please send your documents to both addresses). The application will only be complete if the following documents are submitted.

  1. Filled ARCE 2018/2019 Scholarship form 
  2. Signed curriculum vitae scanned in PDF; please use the Europass CV template (http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu)
  3. Scanned copies of all university degree certificates
  4. Scanned copies of all university transcripts
  5. Letter of motivation (Maximum 2 pages)
  6. Academic reference from senior lecturer and proof of employment if applicable (scanned copy)
  7. All the documents listed above should be scanned in a single PDF document. Applications submitted separately will be considered incomplete.

Scholarship Type

  • Type A. Full Scholarship: Covers monthly stipend (USD800 for PhD students and USD600 for MSc students), tuition fee, health insurance and
    transportation cost.
  • Type B. Half Scholarship: Covers monthly stipend (USD400 for PhD and USD350 for MSc) and tuition fee.
  • Type C. Part Timer Scholarship: Covers tuition fee only.
  • Type D. Self-Sponsored Students: Student should cover all the expenses.

Application Deadline

No. Activities Deadline
1 Deadline of Application 5th of July 2018
2 Announcement for short listed candidates 25th of July 2018
3 Last date for Interview and Written Exam 24st of September 2018
4 Registration at Addis Ababa University (for selected candidates) – applicants should fulfill additional requirements expected by university registrar which includes having transcripts sent from applicants prior university 1st of October 2018

 

Contact

Railway Engineering Center

Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa Institute of Technology (AAiT)

Samsung Building first floor, N-135

Office hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm EAT Monday to Friday

Tel: +251 111 2612 94

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Bank/African Railway Center of Excellence Scholarships

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British Council new Art new Audiences (nAnA) 2018 for artists & arts organisations from East Africa ( £30,000 Grant)

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Application Deadline: July 15th 2018

new Art new Audiences (nAnA) is an annual open call for 18 to 35-year-old artists, arts organisations, and art collectives from cities within England; Ethiopia; Kenya; Northern Ireland; Rwanda; Scotland; South Sudan; Sudan; Tanzania; Uganda; and Wales. nAnA gives an opportunity for artists from these cities to create new art together, and to showcase this art to audiences across these countries.

If you would like to apply for nAnA 2018, please follow these three steps:

  • Download and read the ‘nAnA 2018 Applicant Info Pack’ found in our downloads section below;
  • Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken to the ‘nAnA 2018 Application Form’;
  • Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email from the British Council confirming receipt. You will be notified if your project has been shortlisted

nAnA2018 Key Information:

  • nAnA will fund 5 new projects in 2018;
  • Up to £30,000 will be allocated to each project;
  • Artists, arts organisations and/or art collectives from the specified countries (listed above) must connect to co-create, co-facilitate or co-produce new art together. Examples of ways to interpret this criterion can be found in the document available below;
  • nAnA 2018 is particularly interested in supporting projects by artists, arts organisations and/or art collectives that already have, and want to build upon, cross country collaborations and connections. New partnerships are also encouraged and in the FAQs, you will see how the British Council are offering support to identify arts partners in the UK and the East African region;
  • There are no restrictions on art forms and there are no restrictions on themes.

Timeline:

  • Grant Opens Monday 4 June;
  • Application deadline Sunday 15 July, midnight UK time;
  • Shortlisting: Monday 16 July – Sunday 12 August;
  • Shortlisted candidates notified and invited to interview: Monday 13 August;
  • Skype interviews with shortlisted applicants: Monday 27 August – Friday 31 August;
  • Final selection:  Friday 14 September;
  • All applicants informed: Monday 17 September;
  • Project Payments: September/October 2018;
  • Projects Start Date: 1 November 2018.

Documents:

 

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council new Art new Audiences (nAnA) 2018

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CDT-Africa Clinical Trials fellowship 2018 – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Funded)

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Application Deadline: June 22nd 2018

The Centre for Innovative Drug Development and Therapeutic Trials for Africa (CDT-Africa) is a World Bank supported centre of excellence for education and research at the College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The main aim of CDT-Africa is to
serve as a platform for equitable access to interventions (medications, vaccines, diagnostics and complex interventions) and bring about sustainable development in Africa through high-
quality capacity development for innovative therapeutic discovery.
As part of its commitment to support regional capacity for therapeutic development, the Center has developed a Master’s program in Clinical Trials. This MSc program was developed after a needs assessment, which combines extensive need for the program, and following standard procedures. The Center’s MSc in Clinical Trials curriculum, the first of its kind in Ethiopia and the Region, is designed for the training of experts who are actively contributing to the clinical trials process in Africa.
The program’s overall aim is to prepare competent individuals who would work in pharmaceutical industries, regulatory agencies, contract research organizations, academia and other research centres, with the primary objective of assisting with the designing, execution and reporting of clinical trials pertaining to drugs, diagnostics, behavioural interventions and medical devices commensurate with Good Clinical Practice, legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
Eligibility
• A candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in healthcare or life sciences, such as pharmacy,
public health, nursing, biology, doctorate degree in medicine or equivalent, doctor of dental
medicine, and doctor of veterinary medicine. Those with Bachelor of Statistics are also eligible.
• Others with additional qualifications with or without Bachelor Degree in the life sciences
may be eligible if relevant further qualifications are obtained. Examples of such qualifications are public health, MSc in pharmacy, MSc in pharmacology, MSc in statistics, and doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• As this is a needs based program, it is desirable for applicants to have one or two years of service after last graduation with relevant program to have the exposure to real-life challenges prior to joining the program.
• A candidate who satisfies the above admission requirements will be required to take and
pass oral examination.
  • Applicants from government institutions may need to submit a sponsorship letter from their employing institution once they are shortlisted and succeeded the oral examination
• Applicants need to meet also the general requirements laid down by the School of Graduate
Studies, Addis Ababa University.
Fellowship
• The Center will pay for any required registration fee and tuition fee
• The Center will have a modest funding to support research projects of all students.
  • Any student coming from countries outside Ethiopia will have a dormitory within Addis Ababa University and a net stipend of 10, 000 Ethiopian birr.
  • Other national students are required to have sponsorship from their institutions
Private applicants
• There will be limited space for private applicants
Application
• Application document (CV, official transcript, copies of degrees, motivation letter) must be
submitted in electronic copy via email to Dr Tsegahun Manyazewal (email: [email protected]) copying Ms Samrawit Ketema (email:[email protected]).
• The motivation letter should describe how the applicant meets the requirements for the
MSc study and why he/she wants to engage in the program.
• The deadline for applications is 22nd June 2018.
• Shortlisted national applicants will be interviewed at the CDT- Africa office in Addis Ababa,
while shortlisted international applicants will be interviewed remotely through Skype or other means.
• Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
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