Category:

Ghana

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2018 for Students from Developing Countries for study in the United Kingdom (Fully Funded)

by OFA February 27, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 23.59 (BST) on 17 April 2018

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are for candidates from least developed and lower middle income Commonwealth countries, for full-time Master’s study on selected courses, jointly supported by UK universities.

Funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), Commonwealth Shared Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK. These scholarships are offered under six themes:

Science and technology for development
Strengthening health systems and capacity
Promoting global prosperity
Strengthening global peace, security and governance
Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Access, inclusion and opportunity

Eligibility

To apply for these scholarships, you must:

Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person
Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2018
By October 2018, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree)
Not have studied or worked for one (academic) year or more in a high income country
Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship

Eligible Commonwealth countries

Bangladesh

Cameroon

Ghana

Guyana

India

Kenya

Kiribati

Lesotho

Malawi

Mozambique

Nigeria

Pakistan

Papua New Guinea

Rwanda

Samoa

Sierra Leone

Solomon Islands

Sri Lanka

Swaziland

Tanzania

Tuvalu

Uganda

Vanuatu

Zambia

Benefits:

VALUE

Shared Scholarships are jointly funded by the CSC and participating UK universities. Each scholarship provides:

Approved airfare from your home country to the UK and return at the end of your award (the CSC will not reimburse the cost of fares for dependants, nor usually the cost of journeys made before your award is finally confirmed) – arranged by the university; funded by the CSC
Approved tuition and examination fees– funded by the CSC
Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of £1,065 per month, or £1,306 per month for those studying at universities in the London metropolitan area (rates quoted at 2017-2018 levels) – paid and funded by the university
Warm clothing allowance, where applicable – paid and funded by the university
Study travel grant towards the costs of study-related travel within the UK or overseas– claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC
Excess baggage allowance, up to an annual approved limit, when returning home–claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC
Reimbursement of the cost of a mandatory tuberculosis (TB) test, where required for a visa application (receipts must be supplied)– claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC. Additional allowances for spouses or other dependants are not usually available

How to apply

You should apply to study one of the taught Master’s courses offered in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme. These scholarships do not cover undergraduate courses, PhD study, or any pre-sessional English language teaching, and are usually tenable for one year only. View a full list of eligible courses
All applications must be made through your chosen university. You must check with your chosen university for their specific advice, admission requirements, and rules for applying. Some universities may require you to complete their own admissions application form as well, which may have a separate closing date. You must take the necessary steps to secure admission to your course at the same time as applying for a Shared Scholarship. View a full list of university contact details
You must make your application using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS), in addition to any other application that you are required to complete by your chosen university. View full information on how to use the EAS, including detailed guides
You can apply for more than one course and/or to more than one university, but you may only accept one offer of a Shared Scholarship.
All applications must be submitted by 23.59 (BST) on 17 April 2018 at the latest. Each university has its own closing date for applications, and most are before this date. Any applications submitted after a university closing date will not be considered; please ensure you apply via the EAS before your university closing date. View a full list of university closing dates

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2018

February 27, 2018 5 comments

Ghana Scholarships

WHO/TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2018/2019 (Funded to study in the University of Ghana)

by OFA February 24, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: FRIDAY 30^TH MARCH 2018.

The Office of Research, Innovation and Development (ORID) is pleased to announce a Call for Applications for the award of scholarships for One-year Masters studies in Public Health for the 2018/2019 academic year, funded under the WHO TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme.

The scheme provides scholarships for fulltime studies and is focused on courses relevant to a career in implementation research. Implementation Research is a growing field that supports the identification of health system bottlenecks and approaches to address them and is particularly useful in low- and middle-income countries where many health interventions do not reach those who need them the most. The goal of this scheme is to enhance graduate training capacity and boost the number of researchers in low and middle-income countries.

STUDY AREAS

Ten (10) Master’s scholarships will be offered under the programme for the 2018/2019 academic year in the following areas:

Master’s in Public Health
MSc Applied Health and Social Sciences

ELIGIBILITY

Nationals and residents from low- and middle income countries (data.worldbank.org/about/country-and-lending-groups) of WHO African Region.
Applicants should normally be under 35 years old at the time of application for the for the Master’s programme.
Meet the standard University admission requirements for international graduate students.
For postgraduate admission requirements at University of Ghana, visit the how to apply to postgraduate programmes page.

*Female candidates and candidates from less privileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible.

Scholarship Benefits:

The scholarship is tenable at the University of Ghana, School of Public Health and covers:

One round return economy airfare between the home country of the student and Accra, Ghana.
Tuition and academic user facility fees;
Basic medical and accident insurance;
Monthly stipend to cover living expenses including accommodation equivalent to local living cost; and
Support for research project/thesis expenses during data collection.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for the TDR international postgraduate scholarship must be submitted online at: http://admission.ug.edu.gh/tdr.
Applicants must simultaneously submit applications for admission into the relevant programme at University of Ghana: http://admission1.ug.edu.gh/freshstudents/index.php/graduate-admissions/apply-now.html. Please take note that the deadline for UG admission is 2^nd March, 2018.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WHO/TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2018/2019

February 24, 2018 0 comments

Fellowships Ghana

Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) Fellowship 2018 for young Ghanaians.

by OFA February 23, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: March 11th, 2018 11:59 GMT.

The Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) Fellowship is an innovative, two-year leadership program that prepares young Ghanaian leaders to make meaningful contributions to Ghana’s economic development through public service. EPL aim to develop our Fellows’ ability to provide creative solutions to addressing issues affecting Ghana.

EPL Ghana is for young leaders who have demonstrated clear interest in and commitment to their local communities and Ghana. Interested applicants can apply through our website between February 23 – March 11, 2018 11:59 GMT.

Eligibility Criteria
To apply, applicants should have a mix of the following criteria:

Ghanaian nationals with no criminal history entering the NSS
On track to complete or have a 2:1 or 1st class undergraduate degree or above
Commitment to public service & demonstrated leadership potentia
Track record for community involvement and a passion for Ghana
Strong written & verbal English skills
Basic computer skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced professional working environment

Application Materials
Required Materials for All Applicants:

Current CV/Resume
Passport Photo (to be uploaded online)
2 essays:
o Describe your interest in the Civil Service and how being selected as an Emerging Public
Leaders (EPL) Fellow fits into your personal and professional goals?
o Describe a situation when you demonstrated initiative and leadership.

Note to applicants:
o Candidates who are shortlisted for first-round interviews are required to bring a copy of their
most recent transcript and 2 letters of recommendation (one academic and one personal).
o Candidates who successfully reach the final round will be given a conditional offer based
on their police clearance and final transcript.

candidates can email [email protected].

For more information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana Fellowship 2018

February 23, 2018 0 comments

Ghana Scholarships

MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2018/2019 at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (Fully Funded)

by OFA February 13, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 17:00GMT, 11th May, 2018

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and relevant University education. The Scholars Program embodies an array of mentoring and cultural transition services to ensure the scholar’s academic success, community engagement and transition to employment opportunities which will further the goal of social and economic transformation of Africa.

Eligibility Requirements:

All Applicants with WASSCE or GBCE or ABCE or GCE O’Level and A’Level or their equivalent Results from an accredited/recognised institution and Certificate Ready and Satisfies KNUST’s Admission Requirements. NO AWAITING RESULTS candidate will be accepted.
The Applicant must have Critical Economic Needs.
The Applicant must have Proven Records of Leadership and Community Engagement (s).
Females and Physically Challenged Applicants shall be given top priority.
All Subjects are considered; however, there is Preference for Science Students.
The Applicant must be prepared to Go-Back and Give-Back to his or her Community.

Benefits:

The Scholarship includes:

Comprehensive financial support (full tuition, fully paid on-campus accommodation, learning materials, transportation and monthly stipend).
Regular group meetings with other scholars that focus on personal and professional development opportunities and activities tailored to build societal relationships and scholars’ capacity.
Continued academic support through academic mentoring, virtual learning, life and career coaching, and tutoring.
Opportunities to participate in leadership congresses, community services and mentoring (Go-back Give- Back), and uniquely sourced internships.
An academic environment where faculty and students engage with global issues.
The prestige of becoming part of the growing family of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni and the Global Scholars Community.
The opportunity to be enrolled on an accelerated Master’s Degree after undergraduate studies with an MCF Partner institution in the USA.

How to Apply:

Download a copy of the 2018/2019 application form

Submit the completed application form THROUGH EMS/ any other courier mail to:

The Program Manager,
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST Secretariat,
℅ Office of the Dean of Students
Private Mail Bag
KNUST, Kumasi

Ghana

Applications close at 17:00GMT, 11th May, 2018

International Applicants

When submitting your scholarship application form to the Secretariat, submit these additional documents

The print out of KNUST’s online admission
Both O’Level and A’Level results or their equivalent

What Next?

Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interviews which would be held at the KNUST Secretariat of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the Office of the Dean of Students.
Interviews will be done by an independent panel constituted by the Vice Chancellor of KNUST.
Verification of ALL examination results and information provided, as well as community visits of SUCCESSFUL applicants, will be conducted before admission is approved.

Award of the Scholarship will be published on the Program’s website

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2018/2019 at KNUST

February 13, 2018 16 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

SAG-SEED Replicator workshop 2018 in for eco-inclusive enterprises – Accra, Ghana.

by OFA February 6, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: March 4th 2018

Do you want to set up your own eco-inclusive enterprise, but you are lacking a concrete business idea? Or do you want to refine your existing business model, but you still need some inspiration and expert guidance for the transformation process?

Then, the SAG-SEED Replicator Workshop on 16 March 2018 in Accra is what you have been waiting for!

The workshop inspires you with existing, successful business models from various countries. You will learn how to adapt them to your individual local context to solve environmental, social and economic challenges.

After the workshop you get the opportunity to connect with proven eco-inclusive enterprises on our online-matchmaking platform and to pitch them your newly developed business idea.

Workshop Details:
Date: 16 March 2018
Location: Accra, Ghana
Application Deadline: 04 March 2018
How to apply: Applications must be submitted online via the application form on our website
Sectors: Sustainable Tourism and Waste Management

The participation in the workshop is free of charge, participants must cover their own transport costs however.

For more information: visit www.seed.uno/support/replicator or write us via [email protected]. Do not hesitate to contact us in case of any further questions!

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the SAG-SEED Replicator workshop 2018

February 6, 2018 0 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

SAG-SEED Replicator 2018 Workshops in Ghana for eco-inclusive Entrepreneurs.

by OFA February 1, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 4th March 2018

Location: Accra
Workshop: 06 April 18
Waste Management, Tourism
The SAG-SEED Replicator Programme targets both originators and (future) entrepreneurs who wish to imitate eco-inclusive business models:

Originators are supported through the identification of replicable features of their business model and a matchmaking process which enables them to find potential replication partners. Further, they will be showcased as a SEED originator. For this purpose, SEED collaborates with experienced originators from different sectors around the world and identifies replicable key components of their business models. Their eco-inclusive business models are tested and proven to be viable; create relevant economic, social and environmental impacts and are easily adaptable to different geographic locations at a low risk.

During SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops, future entrepreneurs (adopters) are inspired and capacitated to adapt proven business models to their local context. Each adopter selects a SAG-SEED Replicator Workbook that comprises readings on proven business models as well as tools to adapt them to their market. Afterwards, they receive the possibility to pitch their adapted business idea to originators who are looking for replication partners. Selected adopters qualify for further SEED Support (SAG-SEED Starter Package).

Do you want to replicate a successful eco-inclusive enterprise and kick-off your own business in just one day?

Once the application period for your country is open, you can find the link to register and apply on this site. Participation is free! You only cover your own transportation.

SEED Practitioners’ Labs on Replication

In order to provide tailored replication support services and catalyse the replication of business models, SEED aims to develop a shared understanding of the diverse challenges of actors involved in the replication process and stimulate knowledge exchange between various ecosystem stakeholders. To that end, SEED hosts Practitioners’ Labs on Replication that take place regularly in various settings, engaging various stakeholders of the replication support ecosystem.

Eligibility Requirements:

You live in Ghana? You have an entrepreneurial drive and want to make a change in your community, but haven’t got a clear business idea yet? Then the SAG-SEED Replicator is right for you!

A future entrepreneur wanting to start your own business, but lacking a concrete idea?
A business owner wanting to refine your business model and collaborate with successful eco-inclusive enterprises around the globe?
A NGO wanting to become financially independent and learn from enterprise solutions that work?

Benefits:

Inspiration by a variety of case studies
Learn from real-world experiences of proven eco-inclusive enterprises
Get the opportunity to collaborate with originators of succesful business models
Receive expert guidance as well as valuable peer-to-peer feedback

SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshop

Attend the interactive one-day workshop and get equipped with the unique toolkit for replication in your chosen sector!

WORKSHOP: 16 March 2018

Online Matchmaking

Join the online matchmaking platform and get connected with successful eco-inclusive entrepreneurs from around the world and pitch them your replication idea!

Sustainable Tourism Enterprises
Waste to Industrial Resources

Participation in the SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops and all the material provided

are free of charge! Participants must cover their own transport costs however. The workshops will take place in Accra, Ghana .

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops 2018

February 1, 2018 0 comments

Ghana Scholarships

DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Progamme 2018 for Master & PhD studies at the University of Ghana (Funded)

by OFA January 17, 2018

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 31st March, 2018

The DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), as a publicly funded, self-governing organisation of the institutions of higher education in Germany, promotes international academic exchange as well as educational co-operation with developing countries through a variety of funding and scholarship programmes.

As part of the “In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Progamme” DAAD offers scholarships for PhD and Master studies. The programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and aims at university staff in the first line, without neglecting the public sector demand of academically trained personnel.

The target group for scholarships are graduates and postgraduates from Sub- Saharan Africa with a first academic degree if applying for a master’s programme, or with a Master’s degree if applying for a doctoral programme who want to pursue Master’s or PhD courses in their home country (so called In-Country scholarships) or in another Sub-Saharan African country (In-Region scholarships). It has been agreed upon that DAAD cooperates with the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER), University of Ghana by offering up to 5 In-Region and 2 In-Country scholarships for PhD at ISSER for the intake 2018.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants

have successfully completed generally a three-year university degree (Master candidates) or a two-year university degree (doctoral candidates) with above average results (upper forth of class)
clearly show motivation and strong commitment
have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction
have completed their last university degree not more than 6 years ago at the time of application
must be nationals or permanent residents of a Sub-Saharan African country
should generally be
- a) staff member of a public or private university,
- b) candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment,
- c) from the public sector or
- d) DAFI-Alumni (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative)

What can be funded:

The scholarships at ISSER are available in the following fields: Development Studies.

Duration:

The duration of the PhD Programme four years

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Progamme 2018

January 17, 2018 3 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

MBC Africa 2018 Growing Business Together (GBT) for start-ups in Ghana.

by OFA December 19, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: December 31, 2017 at 00:00 ^{* (GMT)}

Program dates : February 1 – December 26, 2018

Growing Business Together (GBT) has been set up to help start-ups in Ghana to overcome major hurdles. When you are a starting entrepreneur you do not yet have the track record and network to attract large customers or convince a bank to lend you the money for the investments you need to do.

You may need more knowledge to figure out the best marketing strategy, build your financial model or organize your distribution. In Accra, we organize annually a ten-month GBT Coaching Program for 20 starting entrepreneurs, a more intensive GBT Academy and a GBT Start-up Investor’s Conference to connect Ghanaian start-ups to investors. In the Netherlands, we organize a 5-day intense GBT Business Booster.

Selection Criteria;

Must be a Ghanaian owned and registered business.
Ability to participate in the program from start to end.
Have the age between 18 and 35 years.
A minimum of two (2) years in operation.
Three (3) or more employees in the business.
Must have documented financial records to be used during the program.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MBC Africa 2018 Growing Business Together (GBT)

December 19, 2017 0 comments

Botswana Cameroun Doctoral Ghana Kenya Lesotho Malawi Mauritius Mozambique Namibia Nigeria PHD Rwanda Scholarships Sierra Leone South Africa Swaziland Tanzania Zambia

Commonwealth Split-site (PhD) Scholarships 2018 (for low and middle income countries) to Study in the UK (Fully Funded)

by OFA December 19, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 23.59 (GMT) on 15 February 2018

Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships are for PhD candidates from low and middle income Commonwealth countries, to spend up to 12 months at a UK university as part of their doctoral studies in their home country.

Funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK. These scholarships are offered under six themes:

Science and technology for development
Strengthening health systems and capacity
Promoting global prosperity
Strengthening global peace, security and governance
Strengthening resilience and response to crises
Access, inclusion and opportunity

Eligibility

To apply for these scholarships, you must:

Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person
Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
Be registered for a PhD at a university in your home country by the time your scholarship is confirmed. Your final qualification will be awarded by your home country university (not your proposed UK university). This scholarship will not support your period of study at your home country university.
Ensure that an institutional or departmental link exists between your home university and your proposed UK university. This link must be greater than simply a collaboration between individuals.
Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2018
By October 2018, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree)
Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship

Eligible Commonwealth countries

Antigua and Barbuda
Bangladesh
Belize
Botswana
Cameroon
Dominica
Fiji
Ghana
Grenada
Guyana
India
Jamaica
Kenya
Kiribati
Lesotho
Malawi
Malaysia
Mauritius
Montserrat
Mozambique
Namibia
Nauru
Nigeria
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
Pitcairn Islands
Rwanda
Samoa
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
South Africa
Sri Lanka
St Helena
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Swaziland
Tanzania
Tonga
Tuvalu
Uganda
Vanuatu
Zambia

Scholarship Worth:

Each scholarship provides:

Approved airfare from your home country to the UK and return at the end of your award (the CSC will not reimburse the cost of fares for dependants, nor usually the cost of journeys made before your award is finally confirmed)
Approved tuition fees
Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of £1,065 per month, or £1,306 per month for those at universities in the London metropolitan area (rates quoted at 2017-2018 levels)
Warm clothing allowance, where applicable
Study travel grant towards the cost of study-related travel within the UK or overseas
If you are widowed, divorced, or a single parent, child allowance of £458 per month for the first child, and £112 per month for the second and third child under the age of 16, if you are accompanied by your children and they are living with you at the same address in the UK
The CSC’s family allowances are intended to be only a contribution towards the cost of maintaining your family in the UK. The true costs are likely to be considerably higher, and you must be able to supplement these allowances in order to support any family members who come to the UK with you.

HOW TO APPLY

You should apply to study at a UK university which has a part funding agreement with the CSC. Part funding agreements are at the discretion of individual universities. For a list of universities that have agreed to part fund Commonwealth Scholarships, visit http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/uk-universities/part-funding
You must make your application directly to the CSC using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS). The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the EAS. Information on how to use the EAS, including detailed guides, is available at http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/split-site-scholarships-low-middle-income-countries
All applications, including full transcripts detailing all your higher education qualifications (with certified translations if not in English), must be submitted by 23.59 (GMT) on 15 February 2018 at the latest.
You are advised to complete and submit your application as soon as possible, as the EAS will be very busy in the days leading up to the application deadline.
You must provide the following supporting documentation, which must be received by the CSC by 23.59 (GMT) on 19 February 2018 in order for your application to be eligible for consideration:
Supporting statement from your supervisor at your home country university, highlighting current institutional links
Supporting statement from your proposed supervisor at a UK university, highlighting current institutional links
Reference from at least one other individual
Copy of your valid passport showing your photograph, date of birth, and country of citizenship
You are not required to apply via a nominating body for these scholarships.

How to use the EAS

You are not required to apply via a nominating body for these scholarships.

Please note that the CSC does not charge candidates to apply for any of its scholarships or fellowships through its Electronic Application System (EAS), and it does not charge organisations to nominate candidates.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Commonwealth Split-site (PhD) Scholarships 2018

December 19, 2017 2 comments

Cameroun Egypt Ghana Morocco Scholarships South Africa Tunisia

ONASSIS FELLOWHIPS PROGRAM 2018/2019 FOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS to Study in Greece (Funded)

by OFA December 18, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 28th February 2018.

The Onassis Foundation announces its twenty-fourth (24th) annual Program of scholarships for the academic year 2018-2019 which is addressed to non-Greeks, Professors, Postdoctoral Researchers and Ph.D. Candidates for research in Greece on topics linked to greek culture, society or economy. A total of ten (10) scholarships will be awarded from which three (3) scholarships will be allocated to university professors of all academic ranks, three (3) scholarships to post-graduate researchers and four (4) scholarships to PhD candidates.

In 2001 the Foundation, following the successful publication in Greek of the Greek Scholars’ Album, produced the first bilingual (Greek-English) Album of Foreign Scholars, which records their academic and professional progress.

The number of scholarships awarded by the Foundation to foreigners varies from year to year. On average, 35 scholarships are awarded annually. During the 22 years of the Program’s operation (1995 – 2017), 883 research grants and educational scholarships have been awarded, amounting to $ 11.307.812

Eligible Countries:

Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Congo, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Moldavia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, S. Korea, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, S. Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, The Netherlands, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, U.S.A., Uzbekistan, Venezuela.

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

The Program covers scholarly research in Greece only and in the fields stated

above.

1. Eligible to participate are the following candidates:

a) Persons of non-Greek descent

b) Cypriot citizens are also eligible to apply for Category D and E fellowship only, provided they

permanently reside and work outside Greece

c) Persons of Greek descent (second generation and on) are also eligible to apply for a

fellowship or scholarship, provided they permanently reside and work abroad or currently study

in foreign Universities

d) Category D and E also applies to Scholars of Greek descent or citizenship provided they have a professional academic career of at least ten (10) years in a University or Research Institute abroad

e) The above mentioned clarification (d) also applies to Ph.D. candidates of Greek descent or citizenship, who pursue post-graduate studies outside of Greece ( Category C – please see below), have conducted their high school studies and have obtained a degree outside Greece and permanently reside outside Greece for more than fifteen (15) years

Downloads:

Announcement (English)

Announcement (French)

Application Form for CATEGORY C:

Application Form for CATEGORY D:

Application Form for CATEGORY E:

For further information, please contact the Onassis International Scholarships Department at: 210 37 13 018, E-mail: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ONASSIS FELLOWHIPS PROGRAM 2018/2019

December 18, 2017 1 comment

Call for Applications Ghana Nigeria Senegal Sierra Leone

British Council New International Voices residency programme 2018 in London (Funded)

by OFA December 11, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 6pm on 26 January 2018.

Applications for the 2018 New International Voices residency programme are now being accepted

The British Council, LIFT and Battersea Arts Centre have an opportunity for two West African artists currently living and working in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal or Sierra Leone to join the New International Voices residency programme in London from 11-24 June, part of LIFT 2018.

The programme, created by LIFT and BAC will support a new generation of international artists who are in the early stages of their professional practice. Applicants must be aged between 18-35 (by 31 December 2018) working in theatre, dance, live art, spoken word and performance.

Based at Battersea Arts Centre, the residency is a chance for individual West African artists to test out new ideas, to challenge the way they work, and create new international networks. Through a communal living environment, artists will have opportunities to share, reflect and develop practice with peers. They will also be part of an exciting LIFT festival programme and can attend a number of the performances.

Requirements:

Requirements

Applications will be evaluated against the following criteria:

A national of any West Africa country living and working in Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal or Sierra Leone (unfortunately we cannot accept applications from companies or collectives)
Between the ages of 18-35 by 31 December 2018
A strong working methodology
Experience in creating devised performance
Experience of sharing work in progress
A willingness to share their practice and experience with the project film-maker
An ongoing practice of investigation and collaboration
The benefit that might be derived from being involved in this project
A strong project idea that you would like to explore during the residency

Benefits:

The residency will take place from the 11th–24th June 2018.

Artists will receive a range of support for their residency, including:

-A small stipend of approximately £1,500 (inclusive of travel expenses, visa costs and per

diems)

– International travel provided for by the British Council

– 2 weeks communal accommodation in the artist bed rooms at Battersea Arts Centre

– Access to communal self

– catering facilities and a supply of basic food stuffs

– Access to two weeks of rehearsal space at the B attersea Arts Centre

– A creative dialogue with Battersea Arts Centre and LIFT producers about the development

of new ideas

– Attendance to LIFT’s Weekender

– Complimentary tickets to performances at LIFT 2018

– The chance to connect and network with International performance-makers

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a CV, a covering letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 expressing why you wish to participate in the project and a scanned copy of your international passport by the 26th January 2018.
The CV and covering letter should demonstrate a strong working methodology and articulate the benefits that might be derived from undertaking the residency.
If possible please include a maximum of 3 video links to your work.

Applications should be sent to [email protected], copying in LIFT on [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British Council New International Voices residency programme 2018

December 11, 2017 1 comment

Call for Applications Ghana Trainings and Conferences

Africa Open Science and Hardware (Africa OSH) Summit 2018 in Kumasi, Ghana.

by OFA December 10, 2017

written by OFA

Africa Open Science and Hardware (Africa OSH) Summit is a grassroots effort to bring together researchers, technologists, hacker hobbyists, educators, government officials, and start-up innovators around the world.

goal is to create a conversation and set of actions on OSH, among African actors, and between them and the international community, in order to adopt OSH principles and practices appropriate to our context. This alternative path to education, research, scholarly communication and manufacturing is crucial given the barriers imposed by closed knowledge systems and the traditional Intellectual Property (IP) regime.

Ultimately OSH aims to achieve an ecosystem for innovation that is locally adapted, culturally relevant, technologically feasible, economically viable, and environmentally sustainable

The AfricaOSH plan to host about 100 participants from across Africa and the rest of the world for three days in Kumasi, Ghana.

Running from 13th – 15th April, 2018, Africa OSH Summit will include:
1) Presentations and working group discussions on challenges, opportunities and recommendations to contextualize a Global Open Science and Hardware Roadmap for Africa by 2025; and to make African academic research more visible and accessible
2) Workshops on making, hacking and DIYBio for a wide range of stakeholders to experience the process of design, co-creation, problem solving and to contribute ideas to OSH development
3) Unconference sessions by networks, startups, and innovators from Africa and the Global South

By partaking in OSH Africa, you will be at the forefront of promoting sustainable change in Africa, by enabling Africans to solve our own problems. This has tremendous implications for the future outlook of the continent.

Logistics and Accommodation arrangement will be communicated to applicants.

Ghana provide Visa-on-Arrival for all Africans. Non-African passport holders should indicate their for a Visa (Visa on arrival also be arranged for in certain cases)

send an email to [email protected] for further inquiries.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Africa Open Science and Hardware (Africa OSH) Summit

December 10, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Cameroun Cote d'Ivoire Gambia Ghana Nigeria Sierra Leone Togo

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program 2018 – Online Cohort 6 (APPLY NOW! 200 SPOTS AVAILABLE)

by OFA November 16, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: December 10th 2017

The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) was launched by the United States Government, to train the next generation of African Leaders who will shape the future of African business and entrepreneurship, civil society leadership, and public sector management.

The YALI Regional Leadership Centre (RLC) West Africa, Accra, offers you an innovative and game changing Online Emerging Leaders training program in the following courses:

Business and Entrepreneurship
Civil Society Leadership
Public Sector Management

The program is hosted by the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).

Applicants must be:

Between the ages of 18 and 35
From the countries below:

o Sierra Leone

o Ghana

o Nigeria

o Togo

o Ivory Coast

o Gambia

o Burkina Faso

o Liberia

o Cameroon

You must be able to read and write in English

You must have a valid ID (passport if you are outside Ghana)

Benefits:

Improve your leadership skills
Win a free tablet loaded with content
Obtain a certificate of completion
Become a member of the YALI Alumni Network
Join the United States graduates Alumni Network
Mentoring, Internships, and more!

Outstanding leadership training through global collaboration – The YALI RLC West Africa exceptional Emerging Leaders Online Program is created through the collaboration of leading universities and partners – ensuring that innovative, high quality and peer-reviewed courses can help you become a real Leader.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program

November 16, 2017 5 comments

Ghana Internships

West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) 2018 Next Generation Internship Programme for young west Africans

by OFA November 7, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: November 8th 2017

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) is a regional non-governmental organisation dedicated to enhancing the capacities of civil society organisations in West Africa toward greater sustainability and operational and development effectiveness.

In response to an identified need for structured practical capacity enhancement for young West Africans, WACSI introduced a Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) in January 2008 aimed at developing the next generation of African scholars and practitioners. The programme primarily targets young West Africans, either fresh graduates or early career professionals, seeking work experience in WACSI’s core areas of work. Interns are expected to commit to WACSI for six months during which time they will be fully involved in all WACSI activities and enhance their knowledge and capacities for leadership, knowledge and programme management, and critical development issues for West Africa, among other areas.

WACSI is therefore seeking interns interested in enhancing their civic consciousness and developing their professional capacity. They will be embedded in WACSI’s core areas of work i.e. Capacity Development, Policy Influencing and Advocacy and Knowledge Management.

This is a predominantly self-funded internship. The institute will support interns with fully furnished accommodation and lunch during working days for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities for Knowledge Management Intern:
•Conduct and support background research and analysis on topical issues.
•Contribute to and compile the weekly Civil Society Situation Report and the quarterly WACSeries publications.
•Compile and manage information for the Civil Society Knowledge Hub.
•Support editing and review of manuscripts for publication.
•Assist with the preparation and administration of relevant WACSI programmes and with report writing.
•Attend and represent WACSI at meetings with partner organisations.
•Any other duties that may be assigned.

Responsibilities for Capacity Development Intern:
•Collect relevant information to support training preparation;
•Contribute to and publicise the Institute’s programmes advertisements;
•Assist in the development of training materials and toolkits;
•Assist in the coordination of training programmes, including handling of logistics and report writing;
•Contribute to the design and development of concept notes, proposals and any other relevant document;
•Any other duties that may be assigned.

Responsibilities for Policy Influencing and Advocacy Intern:
-Conduct desktop research on policy and legislative issues
-Assist in gathering information and writing reports for policy meetings
-Assist in policy meetings and workshop preparation
-Assist in the development of policy advocacy training tool
-Support other administrative tasks
-Assist with data generation, analysis and management.

Relevant skills:
•Minimum of a first degree in international affairs, political science, public policy, law, development studies or related fields.
•Interest in civil society and non-profit organization management.
•Commitment to WACSI’s vision and values and demonstrated interest in civil society.
•Strong research, writing and communication (verbal and written) skills.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong Internet research skills.
•Fully bilingual (French and English).
•Excellent interpersonal skills.
•Works well under pressure with minimal supervision and in a multi-cultural environment.
•Proactive, willing to learn and take initiative.
•Works well as part of a team.

Interested applicants should send the following documents in English and French to: The Head of Administration at [email protected] by Wednesday 8 November 2017:
•Application letter.
•Comprehensive curriculum vitae
•Two references (one should be academic); and
•Letter of motivation expressing career goals and how the internship will contribute to achieving them.
•Applicants for the Knowledge Management internship must submit a writing sample (research paper, term paper, etc.) of no more than 3 pages

Please note:
•Priority will be given to applicants with a high proficiency in English or French and a working knowledge of the other.
•The successful intern will spend a substantial part of her/his internship working at the WACSI office in Accra, Ghana.
•The internship period is from January to July 2018
•Interested candidates will be required to cover their expenses. This will include, but not limited to, aspects related to (i) the cost of their travel to and from Ghana (where resident outside Ghana) (ii) daily subsistence in Ghana, and any other expenses related to the internship.
•WACSI will subsidise the cost by providing fully furnished accommodation and lunch during work periods for the duration of the internship.

Due to the volume of applications, ONLY successful applicants will be contacted for phone or Skype interview.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WACSI 2018 Next Generation Internship Programme

November 7, 2017 1 comment

Ghana Rwanda Scholarships

Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) Program 2018 for African secondary school students (Funded)

by OFA October 19, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: February 06, 2018 at 11:59pm EST.

YYAS 2018 will be held in two locations:

Rwanda: 29 July – 07 August
Ghana: 11 August – 20 August

The application for the 2018 Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) Program is now available! Entering its fifth year, this intensive program brings together African secondary school students between the ages of 14–18 for a cost-free, intensive academic and residential program. Next year YYAS will be held in two locations, Rwanda and Ghana, and take place between late July and end of August.

YYAS will admit a combined total of 300 students to the Yale Young African Scholars sessions taking place in 2018.

YYAS is the flagship program of the Yale Africa Initiative and is designed to introduce secondary school students to the demanding university and financial aid application processes and requirements, as well as to make higher education more accessible to Africa’s most talented student leaders. This past July and August, YYAS brought together 300 secondary school students from 216 schools and 33 African nations.

Administered by the Yale Young Global Scholars Program and building off that model of interdisciplinary academic exploration, YYAS participants will attend lectures led by prominent Yale faculty as well as seminars developed and taught by Yale graduate and undergraduate students. Participants will also engage in several experiential activities focusing on leadership and teambuilding and have a chance to interact directly with admissions officers from North American, African, and European universities.

YYAS offers daily workshops on different components of a university application, such as the ins-and-outs of the Common Application and how to craft a personal essay. By the end of the program, students will have a plan and timeline for submitting their applications, as well as abundant resources for further research and mentorship. In addition, students will receive both individual and group lessons for standardized tests, designed specifically for African test-takers new to exams like the SAT.

YYAS is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Higherlife Foundation as well as by contributions from The Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale.

Eligibility Requirements:

Prospective applicants must be current secondary school students in Africa who will have to complete at least one full academic term after August 2018.
In addition, applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of an African country.
Selected participants will be self-starters who have an interest in pursuing post-secondary level education, are in excellent academic standing, and demonstrate leadership potential.

A typical YYAS participant has:

Excellent academic records
Demonstrated leadership potential
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A desire and ability to work cooperatively with peers
Persistence and determination when facing challenges
High standards of personal and professional conduct
The ability to read, analyze, and reflect on large quantities of difficult material in English
Interest in engaging in discussions about intellectual, moral, and political issues in Africa

Benefits:

To make the program accessible to students of all financial backgrounds, there is no cost for students to participate in YYAS.
Room and board will be provided for all students, along with three meals a day.
However, participants ARE responsible for getting themselves to the venue at the outset of the program and for their return home at the end of the program. Participants will also be responsible for any incidental expenses they elect to incur.
Students from low-income backgrounds who demonstrate financial need may apply for a limited number of travel grants offered by the program. If awarded, the grant will cover the cost of a roundtrip plane ticket between a student’s home country and the program location. Students can only apply for travel assistance after they have received an offer of admission to YYAS.
While YYAS provides all students traveling internationally with complimentary airport pick up and drop off on the day of arrival and departure, participants—including travel grant recipients—must also arrange for their own transportation between their home and originating airport, and upon return.

Application

Required application components include:

Completed application form – The application can be found online and must be filled out by the applicant. Students will be asked to complete one 500-word essay and three short responses, as well as to provide information on your activities and the school that you currently attend.

Official transcript or grade report – Students must upload their official transcript or grade report(s) for each year of secondary school. A student transcript is an official document provided by the school and includes the applicant’s list of courses and grades received. National exam scores, if available, should also be submitted but are not required.

One teacher recommendation – The recommendation must be written and submitted by a teacher through a link that will be provided by the applicant through the online portal. Alternatively, the teacher may email a letter of recommendation to [email protected] and staff will upload it to the student’s application.

Please note that letters must be sent in PDF (.pdf) format and placed on institutional letterhead with signature, if possible. We will not accept recommendations that are submitted by students. Applicants should request the recommendation from a teacher at their school who knows them well and has taught them in an academic subject. The recommendation also must be received by the application deadline, 06 February 2018.

We place great importance on these recommendations, because we understand that students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and education contexts. We appreciate teachers taking the time to write recommendations for their student(s). To ensure sincerity, we ask that teachers please refrain from sharing their recommendations with students.

YYAS reviews all applications holistically, and there are no minimum grade or standardized exam score requirements. However, a high level of English proficiency will be expected.

Application Procedure:

To apply, students must submit the online application form including one essay, three short-answer responses, an official school transcript or grade report, and one teacher recommendation letter.
The application portal is now live.
The deadline to submit is February 06, 2018 at 11:59pm EST.

Apply Now for the 2018 Yale Young African Scholars Program

Contact

Please email [email protected] or visit YYAS online.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Yale Young African Scholars Program 2018

October 19, 2017 5 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

Developers In Vogue Coding Bootcamp 2017 for Ghanaian females

by OFA October 16, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 17th November, 2017.

Developers In Vogue is offering an exciting opportunity to young ladies to learn full-stack web development. Our boot camp holds from 1st to 28th February, 2018 in Accra, Ghana. The sessions are a combination of on-site, online and group projects. Participants are expected to complete all course modules before graduating to the next stage of the programme.

Eligibility Requirements:

Developers In Vogue are currently able to accept applications from females resident in Ghana. Applicants are not required to have a prior knowledge of coding. Developers In Vogue are interested in you if:

You are a female who is at least 16 years old
You are able to commit to all online sessions in January 2018 and onsite sessions in February 2018 (Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 5pm)
You are able to commit to completing all activities including participating in group work, submitting assignments and community service projects
You are interested in applying the skills you have learnt during sessions either through freelancing, working in or starting a tech firm
You are able to bring a laptop for all on-site sessions.

Benefits:

Equipping you with the knowledge and skills to be a top-notch developer.

Opportunity to earn money through freelancing, internship, remote or full-time jobs in tech firms.

Access to a community of inspiring ladies who can collaborate with you on future projects.

One-on-one mentorship by industry experts.

Access to our online learning portal.

Career support services including how to ace a technical interview, how to start a tech company, etc.

Further training in latest technologies like data science, internet of things, artificial intelligence and others.

Complementary courses including graphic design, search engine optimization and digital marketing.

Improving soft skills like presentation, project management, team work, critical thinking and networking.

Connecting you with a lot of life-changing opportunities.

How to apply:

All applications are to be done online. Deadline for application submission is 17th November, 2017. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed via phone and final decisions will be made known to successful applicants on 12th December, 2017.

Application Form – http://signup.developersinvogue.org
Do you have questions? We are sure to have answered them in our http://developersinvogue.org/faq. If not, do not hesitate to send us an email on [email protected] or call 0555552836.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Developers In Vogue Coding Bootcamp 2017

October 16, 2017 1 comment

Ghana Malawi Mozambique Scholarships South Sudan Sudan Tanzania Uganda

Open Society Foundation Disability Rights Scholarship Program 2018 for Africans (Fully Funded)

by OFA October 14, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: December 1, 2017

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).

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 of China, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Mexico, or Peru 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 summer 2018
be able to begin the graduate program in August or September 2018
be able to receive and maintain visa or study permit required by host country
demonstate 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 if possible 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:

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

Fellowship worth:

The fellowship provides:

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.

Application Guideline:

For further details, see the complete guidelines and submit an application online, or contact the appropriate regional coordinator below.

Residents of Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania, or Uganda

Centre for Human Rights
(c/o Mr. Jehoshaphat Njau)
Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria
Pretoria, 002, SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 (0) 12 420 3587
Email: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Open Society Foundation Disability Rights Scholarship Program 2018

October 14, 2017 4 comments

Call for Applications Ghana Nigeria

The Future Awards Africa 2017 ‘Nigeria’s New Tribe’ campaign for young people.

by OFA October 13, 2017

written by OFA

The Future Awards Africa, also popularly known as The Future Awards, are a set of awards given by The Future Project (TFP), a social enterprise set up with a strong, practical commitment to human and capital development, especially in Africa. The Future Project is the largest home-grown network of policy-makers, business people, and other stakeholders in Young Africa.

It is also committed to finding effective and innovative ways of addressing social issues. It has become one of the most respected private sector-driven development platforms with a history of verifiable impact, including in under-privileged and grassroots communities.

The awards celebrate young people between the ages of 18 and 31, who have made outstanding achievement in the year under consideration. Forbes has described the awards as “Most important awards for outstanding young Africans”. The awards, organized for young Nigerians below the age of 30, was conceived by Chude Jideonwo and Adebola Williams in 2004. The first The Future Awards ceremony was held on February 6, 2006 at the Muson Centre in Lagos to honour the outstanding achievements of the 2005/2006 season.

Themed ‘Nigeria’s New Tribe’, this year’s edition seeks to acknowledge inspiring young people making a difference through social enterprise, social good, and innovation. Beyond tribal lines, tunic differences and religious affiliations, they are united by the possibilities of their talent, commitment to hardwork and driven by achievement in impacting the economy, society and rewriting the African narrative.

In the last twelve years, the Awards have been a catalyst towards building a new tribe of citizens who are bound by their potentials, relentless hard work and united by their soaring achievements.

With the first franchise set to be unveiled in Ghana, the awards will find young
Africans who understand that the future can only be shaped by ideas and secured by action that seeks to elevate and unify, placing The Future Awards Africa as the ultimate soapbox for their unconventional points of view.

Requirements

Understanding the true value of these innovators, the public can nominate unorthodox persons, community advocates, creators and pioneers from their communities between the ages of 18 – 31 in 21 categories ranging from social activism and business, to media and entertainment.
Persons eligible for nomination must have made considerable impact within Nigeria and/or globally within the last year and must have easily accessible documenting of their achievements.

Microsoft Interns4Afrika Internship Programme 2017/18 for Young Africans (multiple positions across Africa)

by OFA October 5, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: Varying by Country

The Microsoft Interns4Afrika program offers talented young people a unique experience with a dynamic and agile technology organization on the African continent. You will work for 6 months with a Microsoft partner on real projects, collaborating and learning from your colleagues. Whether you’re aspiring for a future in sales, marketing or technology, this is your chance to kick-start your future

To give you the best chance of success 4 weeks of your internship will be dedicated to developing world class business and technical skills. Microsoft support you to rapidly develop your capabilities through the (virtual) classroom and the great work you will do.The competition for a place on Interns 4Afrika is tough but if you are entrepreneurial with a passion for technology, are keen to continue learning and have a flexible can-do attitude we want to hear from you. Join us today, and help shape the Africa of tomorrow.

Requirements:

You are able to commit to completing full time internship for 6 months
You are currently in education or have graduated from an Undergraduate or Postgraduate course within the last 12 months
You have a BA/BSc in a business related or IT degree
You have right to work in the country in which you are currently located

Available Positions

Burkina Faso

Sales Internship in Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou

Cameroon

Ghana

Ivory Coast

Kenya

Mauritius

Morocco

Nigeria

Rwanda

Senegal

Tanzania

IT Technical Support Internship in Tanzania

Tunisia

Uganda

IT Technical Support Internship in Uganda, Naguru

Zambia

Sales Internship in Zambia, Lusaka

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Microsoft Interns4Afrika Internship Programme 2018

October 5, 2017 1 comment

eni-scholarships-oxford-university-scholarships

Angola Congo Brazaville Ghana Mozambique Nigeria Scholarships

Eni Scholarships 2018/2019 for Africans to study in the University of Oxford, United Kingdom (Fully Funded)

by OFA September 22, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: Friday 16 March 2018.

St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, in partnership with the international integrated energy company Eni, is offering up to three students from Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, or the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) the opportunity to study for a fully funded degree in 2018/19.

This scholarships will allow St Antony’s to admit up to three of the best African students irrespective of means and will add immeasurably to the diverse and intellectual character of the College. This is part of a joint initiative between Eni & St Antony’s College to invest in and strengthen African leadership.

St Antony’s and Eni are equally keen to provide encouragement and where possible, structured incentives for Eni Scholars to continue their studies or find useful employment back in their home country after graduating from Oxford. Discussions about this are ongoing and scholars will be informed of relevant contacts and partnerships as they emerge.

Eligibility Requirements:

The scholarships are open to applicants who are ordinarily resident in Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, and the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville). Preference will be given to applicants whose first degree is from an African university.
The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of both academic merit and potential and financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who have clear ambitions to use their accumulated learning to benefit their home country after graduation.
Please ensure you meet the requirements for entry to your course, including English language requirements. See the University’s course guide for more information.

Applicants must apply for admission to one of the following eligible courses:

1 year Master’s courses

MSc African Studies
MSc Economic & Social History
MSc Economics for Development
MSc Global Governance and Diplomacy

Benefits:

100% of university and college fees, and an annual grant for living costs of £14,553 for 12 month courses and £10,915 for 9 month courses. The stipend for courses with different durations will be adjusted accordingly.
The scholarship also covers one economy return airfare from your home country to the UK at the start and end of your course.

How to Apply:

In order to be considered for the scholarship, please follow these three steps:

Read the information on this webpage carefully.
Apply online to the University of Oxford for one of the eligible courses as listed above. You must submit your application for graduate study to the University by the January deadline (8 or 19 January 2018 depending on the programme you apply to – please check the University’s guidance on application deadlines) and you must have secured a place on your chosen programme of study by the expected final decision date (16 March 2018). It would help if you select St Antony’s College in the college choice section of the application form, though this is not compulsory.
Once you have applied to the University, please complete the online Eni Scholarship application form (available at: https://weblearn.ox.ac.uk/direct/eval-evaluation/16740) The deadline for submission of the form is 12 noon, UK time, on Friday 16 March 2018.

Please note that incomplete and ineligible applications will not be considered for an Eni Scholarship.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Eni Scholarships 2018/2019 for Africans to study in the University of Oxford

September 22, 2017 11 comments

Ghana Scholarships

Ghanaian-German Doctoral Training Programme 2017/2018 for young Ghanaians

by OFA September 21, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 31^st October, 2017.

The German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD) in collaboration with the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat invite applications from Ghanaians with Science background for the above mentioned scholarship tenable in Germany. The programme shall be taught in the English Language over three year duration.

Eligibility

Must be a Ghanaian citizen resident in Ghana.
Must be a teaching staff of a Public or accredited private Tertiary University or Polytechnic.
Be a first Degree holder with 2^nd Class Upper division or First Class
Must hold Masters degree equivalent to B+ grade or above
Should have a National Service certificate
The Masters degree generally should not be more than six (6) years at the last time of graduation.
Should not be more than 45 years
Should be willing to learn the German Language

Requirements

The candidates shall submit a complete application consisting of:

Curriculum Vitae
Research proposal (not more than 10 pages) including a detailed time table.
Should have secured admission with a recognized German University and develop research proposal with a would-be German Supervisor.

Interested applicants should submit their applications and the above mentioned requirements to the address indicated below not later than 31^st October, 2017.

THE REGISTRAR
SCHOLARSHIPS SECRETARIAT
P. O. BOX M. 75 ACCRA

PLEASE NOTE: only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.

For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Ghanaian-German Doctoral Training Programme 2017/2018

September 21, 2017 0 comments

Ghana Scholarships

British Council/Vodafone Ghana Foundation Scholarship 2017/2018 for female students in STEM.

by OFA September 21, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: October 20, 2017

Applications are now opened for the 2017/2018 Vodafone Scholar Project.

The 3-year scholarship scheme will identify female students with high academic grades but low financial or economic resources to study Science’s ICT, and mathematics courses at the University of Education, Winneba.

This forms part of Vodafone’s efforts to increase students’ engagement in studying in any of the above courses in Ghana.

To be eligible, applicants must be;

Ghanaian residents in Ghana at the time of the application
Year 1 students of the University of Education, Winneba studying any of the above courses at UEW
Engaged in one or more extra-curricular activity in the University
Not on a different scholarship
Demonstrating steady progression in their academic work
Able to demonstrate a clear financial need for the scholarship

Interested applicants should pick registration forms at UEW Gender offices:

Winneba North Campus: Room 219/ 207 Pecku Annex

Kumasi Campus: College Registrar’s Office

Mampong Campus: Gender Desk Office

Deadline: Applications open from September 18, 2017 to October 20, 2017

Application forms submitted later than this date will be rejected.

Contact: 0241584938/ +233263776049

Email: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Vodafone Ghana Foundation Scholarship 2017/2018

September 21, 2017 0 comments

Ghana Internships Seychelles

Diageo Global Graduate Programme 2017 for young Africans

by OFA September 13, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: September 15th 2017

Diageo Global Graduate Programme is a three-year adventure that will challenge and inspire you to reach your full potential.

During the programme you’ll develop your functional and leadership skills through a combination of formal training, mentoring and coaching and, most importantly, on-the-job experience.

From the start you’ll be working on projects that will challenge you and put these skills to the test. You’ll be able to make a real contribution to the business while building a global network of great relationships that will support your career both now and in the future.

You’ll be provided with a Graduate Passport which will enable you to seek experiences in different areas of the business. We’ll introduce you to global networks so you can experience different cultures and build professional contacts. Depending on your aspirations and the opportunities available, you may be able to experience living and working in another country.

Learning and connecting

Once you arrive, you’ll be connected with a senior mentor and an international and/or local buddy. Through these relationships you’ll receive coaching, guidance, and an opportunity to learn from others in our global business.

You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in formal training designed to develop your skills. Through virtual connect sessions, you’ll be exposed to a number of senior leaders and meet peers around the world to share ideas and thoughts on our business.

Available Positions:

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED -Ghana

A minimum Bachelor academic degree with 14/20 or 2.1 minimum in Engineering/ Science/ Business Management/ Supply Chain/ Logistics/ Brewing & Distilling
Fluency in English
Right to live and work in Ghana
Willing to relocate in or outside Ghana if opportunities arise

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED

A minimum Bachelor academic degree with 14/20 or 2.1 minimum in Engineering/ Science/ Business Management/ Supply Chain/ Logistics/ Brewing & Distilling
Fluency in English & (French a plus)
Right to live and work in Seychelles
Willing to relocate in or outside Seychelles if opportunities arise

Ghana

Open

Apply Now

Seychelles

Open

Supply Chain
Finance

How to Apply:

1. Fill in some basic details

Once you’ve found a role that suits you, we’ll ask you to tell us some basic details about yourself and then answer a few questions so we know you’re eligible to apply.

2. Complete two online questionnaires

The next step is to complete two online questionnaires so we can find out more about you and how you work. You’ll also discover more about Diageo and the Global Graduate Programme at this stage. The questionnaires should take less than half an hour to complete and can easily be done on a mobile device.

3. Talk to us face to face

We first meet each other on a half-hour video call. This gives us the opportunity to get to know you better and see how well you’ll fit with your chosen role. We’ll also tell you more about your responsibilities and position within the organisation.

4. Take part in a one-day assessment

The final challenge is an assessment day at one of our centres. Our graduates find this a demanding, but fun, day and you’ll learn more about our business, our culture and the graduate programme. There will be several exercises during the day where you can show us your creativity, passion and teamwork skills.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Diageo Global Graduate Programme 2017

September 13, 2017 3 comments

Botswana Ghana Internships Kenya Nigeria South Africa Zambia

Standard Chartered Bank International Graduate Programme 2018 for Young Africans.

by OFA September 7, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: Unspecified

As one of the world’s most international banks, one of the key differentiators of the Standard Chartered Bank International Graduate Programme is the opportunities offered across SCBs footprint of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Right from the start of the programme SCB host the five week International Induction Programme in Shanghai to connect with global network of International Graduates with their peers from the 30+ countries SCB recruit for.

The International Graduate Programme is comprised of six business streams, aligned to each of our business banking areas. Each stream is focused on a unique part of the Bank, allowing you to select a business area based on your interests. The streamed programme is designed to help you develop specialist experience right from the start of your career.

After completing your first year as part of the International Graduate Programme you might take a role in one of our local, regional or global teams. You might choose an amazing position in your home country, or like 50% of the Graduates, your first role with the Bank may include an international move.

Choosing the right graduate opportunity can be tough, and the truth is there are no easy answers, but there are lots of great questions. Ask as many questions as possible to get details and clues to point you in the right direction and help you figure out what type of role, business and industry is right for you.

Eligibility

For the Graduate roles, you must have an undergraduate degree and be eligible to work permanently in the country that you are applying to. If you are applying for a role in the UAE, we may consider applications from nationals of Middle East and North African countries.
For the Internships, you must be in your second to last year of study to apply. We will accept applications from final year students who are required to complete mandatory National or Military Service after graduation. To apply for an Internship position, you must have the legal right to work in the country for which you are applying for the full duration of the internship (student visas or holiday work passes are allowed, provided they are valid for the duration of the internship). SCB are unable to apply for work permits for any Internship.
As English is the business language of Standard Chartered across the world, you need to be able to speak business-level English to apply for our opportunities. Being able to speak more than one language is also an advantage.

Available Positions:

Botswana

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Wealth Management – Botswana
Requisition ID: IGWMBT18

Ghana

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Wealth Management – Ghana
Requisition ID: IGWMGH18

Kenya

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Global Banking and Corporate Finance – Kenya
Requisition ID: IGGBKE18

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Wealth Management – Kenya
Requisition ID: IGWMKE18

Nigeria
2018 – International Graduate Programme – Global Banking and Corporate Finance – Nigeria
Requisition ID: IGGBNG18

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Wealth Management – Nigeria – (IGWMNG18)
Requisition ID: IGWMNG18

South Africa

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Global Banking and Corporate Finance – South Africa
Requisition ID: IGGBZA18

ZAMBIA

2018 – International Graduate Programme – Wealth Management – Zambia
Requisition ID: IGWMZB18

Deployment

IGs must complete all mandatory rotations before moving into their permanent roles. The deployment process starts in June.

IGs are expected to follow through on the commitment to the business stream or function they choose when they joined the Bank.

IGs may be promoted to global Grade 7 on deployment if they have successfully completed all the programmatic elements of the IG Programme by 31 July 2018. These elements will be described in detail at the IIP. IGs should be in their permanent roles no later than September 1, after which time IGs will be move to respective business cost centers.

Application Process

There are a few steps to the application process.
Below should help you understand what you’ll need to prepare for each stage:

Short application form

When you complete the online form, you’ll need to include:
- References
- Educational experience
- Work or volunteering experience and dates
- A personal statement:
  - What you’ll bring to the role
  - Why SCB is your preferred choice. What makes us different?
  - Skills and experiences from your studies that you’ll bring to your role with Standard Chartered
  - Specifics of your work, volunteering or community experience that you’ll bring to your role with Standard Chartered
Online strengths assessment

This is a personality test that helps both you and us assess whether you’re a good fit for the role. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions, just be yourself and answer truthfully.
Numerical and abstract reasoning tests

The aptitude tests help us match your ability to the right role. The tests will get progressively more challenging based on your answers and should only take 12-15 minutes.

Practice Tests
Video interview

The first time we meet you will be via an online video interview. We’ll talk about your application and your strengths.
Face-to-face interview

The first time we meet in person will be with the graduate team at your local Standard Chartered offices.
Face-to-face business interview

When you’re through to the final stage, you’ll interview with the people you’ll be working with. They’ll already be working in the stream you applied for.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Standard Chartered Bank International Graduate Programme 2018

September 7, 2017 3 comments

Ghana Scholarships

Barclays Tertiary Education Scholarship 2017/2018 for young Ghanaians.

by OFA September 4, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: Friday, 22nd September, 2017.

As part of Barclays Bank Ghana’s Shared Growth programme, University of Professional Studies invites applications from students under the Barclays Tertiary Education Scholarship. This is a collaborative effort between Barclays Bank Ghana and the University and it is to further support Barclays Bank’s commitment to unlocking societal challenges whiles contributing to the economic growth of the country.

Education and Skills Development forms one of the three pillars of their Shared Growth agenda; under which is their Ready to work skills training for young persons in tertiary institutions and the Tertiary Education Scholarship.

Key Objectives

To support students with funding challenges
Encourage and support students pursuing programmes that are key to government and national development agenda
To support and deepen relationship with tertiary institutions
Criteria for Scholarship Beneficiaries
Must be Ghanaian
Must be a continuing student of UPSA (Level 200 – 400)
Must have excellent academic record – a GPA of 3.0 and above
Must be able to demonstrate financial need
Must add a statement of intent. (Essay)
Must fill an application form.
Must provide two referees, one from your Faculty
Tenure of scholarship for beneficiary student is for one academic year renewable. Selection for the next academic year scholarship however is not an automatic guarantee.
Student beneficiaries will need to open a Barclays Ignition Account (Student Account) into which funds will be disbursed.

How to Apply
Download form, print and submit a completed application form with all supporting documents to the Financial Aid Unit (FAU), Room 108, LBC. Only shortlisted applicants will be interviewed.

Deadline for the application is Friday, 22nd September, 2017.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Administration
The scholarship will be administered by the Financial Aid Unit of the University located on the ground floor of the Justice Aryeetey Building (Lecture Block Complex (LBC)), Room108.

Kindly contact Mrs. Vivian Nettey on 0277489664 or 0265504937 for further information.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Barclays Tertiary Education Scholarship 2017/2018

September 4, 2017 2 comments

Fellowships Ghana Kenya South Africa

Australia Awards Post-Doctoral Fellowships 2018 for study in Australia (Fully Funded)

by OFA September 1, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 30 November 2017.

In 2018, the Australia Awards – Africa program will pilot Phase 2 of Post-Doctoral Fellowships, in partnership with the Australia Africa Universities Network (AAUN). Phase 2 of the pilot will be open to Eligible Applicants affiliated to Ghanaian, Kenyan or South African Universities that are members of the AAUN.

During the pilot phase, the Post-Doctoral Fellowship provides financial support for African academics affiliated with eligible Ghanaian, Kenyan and South African university and engaged in research activity. Fellowships will be up to two years in total, comprised of research components in both Australia and Ghana, Kenya or South Africa but limited to 12 months in Australia. The Australian component of the award will be fully funded by the Australia Awards – Africa Program.

The Pilot Post-Doctoral Fellowship program seeks to:

develop on-going educational, research and professional linkages between individuals and universities that are members of the AAUN, in Australia and Ghana, Kenya or South Africa
provide opportunities for high achieving academics to improve their research skills and contribute to development outcomes in Africa
contribute to Australia’s position as a high-quality education and training provider and a leader in research and innovation
contribute to the research capacity of Ghanaian, Kenyan and South African tertiary institutions, and
contribute to public and economic diplomacy efforts.

Australia Awards – Africa is a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funded initiative. It is designed to equip Africans with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to sustainable economic and social development outcomes in their own countries. In addition, Australia Awards – Africa builds long-term, sustainable links between targeted countries in Africa and Australia. The program provides a variety of Masters scholarships, postgraduate short courses and post-doctoral fellowships to Africans in the public, civil society and private sectors in targeted disciplines, that support the home countries’ developmental prioritie

Eligibility Criteria

A candidate must meet the following criteria:

Be a citizen of an eligible African country as outlined in the table in Annex 2 of the Post-Doctoral Fellowships Guidelines
Must be studying in Ghana, Kenya or South Africa
Must have the right to reside and work in Ghana, Kenya or South Africa
Must be affiliated with their home institution in Ghana, Kenya or South Africa in an academic/research capacity
Be at least 25 and not more than 50 years of age at the date of application
Home and Host Institutions must be members of the Australia Africa Universities Network
Not be a citizen of Australia, hold permanent residency in Australia or be applying for a visa to live in Australia permanently
Must not be married, engaged to, or a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any time during the application, selection or mobilisation phases
be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Immigration and Border Protection to hold a Temporary Activity Visa (subclass 408). This may mean that DFAT will need to withdraw an Award offer if the Awardee cannot satisfy the visa requirements
Have been conferred a PhD at the time of application
Field of research must be aligned to Agricultural Productivity, Health and Science and Technology
Must have a letter of support from their home institution that outlines their agreement to the Fellowship, Annex 4 of the Post-Doctoral Fellowships Guidelines
Must have a letter of invitation from the Host Institution in Australia, outlining their commitment to the Fellowship, Annex 4 of the Post Doctoral Fellowships Guidelines
Must be able to commence their program in the academic year 2018

How to Apply

Steps required to apply for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Step 1	Read the Post-Doctoral Fellowships Guidelines to gain an understanding of the program and requirements for the application.
Step 2	Review and ensure that the minimum eligibility requirements, outlined in the Post-Doctoral Fellowships, are met.
Step 3	Read the Grant Agreement that you will be required to sign, (Annex 5 of the Post-Doctoral Fellowships,. Ensure that you are able to agree to these, within seven days of an offer being granted. If the offer is not accepted within this period, the offer may be withdrawn.
Step 4	When all conditions and eligibility criteria have been met, obtain an Application Form for the Post-Doctoral Fellowships. You will be able to download a form which will outline the steps required to successfully submit an application
Step 5	Complete the form and submit an application. Once you have successfully submitted your application, an email acknowledging the receipt of the application will be sent to the email address provided.Please note that, once an application has been submitted, no further changes (including the addition of any documents) can be made.

Note: If you have any queries, email [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Australia Awards Post-Doctoral Fellowships 2018

September 1, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Cote d'Ivoire Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa

She Leads Africa (SLA) Dark and Lovely Beauty Accelerator Program 2017 for early stage entrepreneurs (Funded to Johannesburg, South Africa)

by OFA August 17, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: September 1, 2017 at 11:59pm WAT.

The Dark and Lovely x SLA Beauty Accelerator is a 10 weeks entrepreneurship development program to support early stage entrepreneurs who are building businesses in the beauty industry.

Entrepreneurs in the program will focus on business strategy, growth marketing, finance and branding.

Benefits

If selected, you’ll receive intensive support from the SLA team, Dark and Lovely team and industry experts.
The program will end with an opportunity to pitch your business to investors and stakeholders in the beauty industry for a chance to win cash to support your growth.
Five entrepreneurs will participate in an intensive program which includes a boot camp in Johannesburg, South Africa and access to business coaches with experience in the skills entrepreneurs need to succeed.

Requirements:

SLA are looking for creative businesses all across the beauty industry such as:

Media: Platforms that make it easier for women to learn beauty techniques, discover new styles and connect with customers
Products: Physical products that enhance the beauty process
Technology: Software and services that support the beauty industry
Retail: Platforms that simplify the buying process for consumers
And many more…..

Application Requirements

Business based in Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa
Businesses must have at least one woman aged 18-35 as a founder or owner
Business has been in operation for less than 3 years
Business has received no more than $50,000 in external investment
Business is within the beauty industry

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the She Leads Africa (SLA) Dark and Lovely Beauty Accelerator Program 2017

August 17, 2017 1 comment

Ghana Nigeria Scholarships

Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships 2018/2019 for Study in the University of Oxford, UK (Fully Funded)

by OFA August 14, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline:

2019/2020 Scholarships: September 14th 2018

The AIG Scholarships Programme is targeted at graduates between the ages of 25 and 35, some of whom may have work experience. The scholars will be exceptionally intelligent graduates who have excelled academically as well as in other areas of their lives.

Every year, Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) will fund five scholarships for outstanding individuals from Nigeria and Ghana to pursue the Master of Public Policy degree at the Blavatnik School of Government (BSG), University of Oxford. AIG Scholars will be expected, upon graduation, to return to their home country and apply their learning experience as change agents in their country’s public sector.

The AIG Scholarships are postgraduate scholarships awarded to outstanding individuals from Nigeria or Ghana to undertake the Master of Public Policy (MPP) Programme at the Blavatnik School of Government (BSG), University of Oxford. Upon graduation, AIG Scholars will be expected to return to their home country and apply their learning experience as change agents in their country’s public sector.

Benefits:

The AIG Scholarships are full scholarships covering fees, accommodation and living expenses.

Eligibility Criteria:

Citizen of Nigeria or Ghana
Age between 25 and 35 years
Achieved an academic standing sufficiently advanced to ensure admission to Oxford and the MPP programme. This means a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours (or equivalent international qualifications), as a minimum, in any discipline. For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.7 out of 4.0
Strong commitment to public service and a willingness to commit to working for a fixed number of years in your country’s public sector
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and resultant impact
Impeccable moral character

Selection Criteria:

Academic and analytical excellence
Strong commitment to public service
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and resultant impact
Impeccable moral character

Note that:

Applicants who reach the second stage of selection will be required to furnish the following additional information.

Curriculum Vitae
Full Academic Transcripts
Academic and/or Professional References (four in total). Please note that at least two of the references must be from individuals whom you studied under at university. The references should be sent directly to AIG, and should attest to the character and intellect of the applicant, including academic, personal, extra-curricular and leadership achievements. (References should not be given by people who are related to the applicant.)
Personal Essay (no more than 1500 words) covering the following:
1. Why you are interested in public service and public policy; describe the specific issue(s) or problem(s) you care about, your thoughts on how this issue can be resolved and how the resolution of this issue could impact the economy as a whole.
2. Why the AIG Scholarship and the MPP Programme at BSG-Oxford are important to you and how you would utilise this opportunity.
3. The description of a personal challenge you have overcome or an achievement that you believe demonstrates your leadership potential, and the impact of that achievement.
Two passport photographs

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) 2018/19 Scholarships

August 14, 2017 511 comments

Ghana Scholarships

Fondazione Edu Scholarship 2017/2018 for African Undergraduate Students.

by OFA August 11, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: FRIDAY OCTOBER 20TH, 2017 at 3:00pm

Fondazione Edu is a family foundation specializing in higher education in Africa. It was founded in 2005, to realize the desire of the founders to promote young people’s access to higher education in developing countries namely Africa.

The activities of the Fondazione Edu are designed to foster capacity building in Africa and result in the provision of scholarships for university studies that cover the entire cost of training and the costs associated with it

The Students Financial Aid Office (SFAO) is accepting 2017/18 applications for the award of the Fondazione Edu scholarship scheme for Level 100 students from areas of need.

Requirements:

The Scholarship will cover tuition, books, as well as room and board, and will be awarded for four years as long as excellent academic standards of at least a B average of 3.00 CGPA continue to be met and need is demonstrated.

You are eligible to apply if in addition to UG-SFAO eligibility requirements you:

1. Are a Level 100 student.

2. Obtained an aggregate of 14 or better at the WASSCE.

3. Are able to demonstrate limited family income and/or insufficient funds to cover most or all educational related expenses.

4. Have the will to succeed (determination, perseverance and success in other pursuits).

5. Continuing science student with CGPA 3.75 and above (very limited slots)

Download and Submit a completed FE- SFAO FORM AF SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION and the required essays, a copy of your academic records (WASSCE grades) letters of recommendation and supporting need documents.

For enquiries call the Students Financial Aid Office on 020-518-6904/0302- 945-312 or email [email protected].

The STUDENTS FINANCIAL AID OFFICE is located at House No. 11 East Legon – Main Campus behind the College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences and opposite CEGENSA.

NOTE: SCIENCE STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

The following are examples of documents that can be used to support this application:

For need:

• Official pay slip or payroll record of parents/guardians or the applicant.

• Recent school receipts/ bills of siblings of school going age.

• Tax return receipts– IRS, VAT, tabletop hawking receipts, etc.

• Birth Certificates (of siblings).

• Death Certificate or Burial permit (in case of death of a parent).

• Pension letter for retired parents/guardians.

• Bank Statements / Ghana Cocoa Board Farmers Association Passbook.

• SSNIT contribution statements.

• Money transfer receipts.

• National Health Insurance receipts (showing premium paid).

• Evidence of other dependents of parents/guardians.

• Any other supporting documents that you believe will assist in the processing, of your application.

For Academic

• High School Transcripts (Terminal Reports)

• West African Senior School Certificate Exam Results (WASSCE)

• University Acceptance Letter

• Records regarding achievement tests, academic awards, honors, and substantive assessments by teachers, including letters of recommendation.

• Confirm that you are not currently receiving support through any other scholarship program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Fondazione Edu Scholarship 2017/2018

August 11, 2017 1 comment

Call for Applications Ghana

French Solidarity Programme 2017 for Civil Society Organisations in Ghana (€ 15,000 to € 24,000 Grant)

by OFA June 1, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: June 29th, 2017 at 4pm GMT.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development of France aims to encourage capacity building and strengthening of civil societies across the globe in order to enable better policy advocacy and increase stakeholder engagement.

The French government notes the importance of civil societies in civil participation in the democratic process and also the active participation in advocacy for transparency and accountability in the public administration. Increasingly, civil society organizations are demanding to be more actively included in policy-making processes, including those at a national, sub-regional and local level.

In this light, the French Embassy in Ghana is seeking high quality proposals that seek to advance Ghana’s democratic governance and contribute to build effective, efficient and dynamic institutions as foreseen in the UN sustainable development goal N° 16 (Peace, justice, and strong institutions) by:

Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development
Provide access to justice for all
Build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels

Requirements:

Any Civil Society Organization (CSO) legally registered to operate in Ghana can apply.
Conditions for CSOs:
a) CSOs that are legally registered and recognized in Ghana;
b) CSOs that are affiliated to known coalitions and networks;
c) CSOs with offices in the regions, and especially the districts that they plan to implement the
project will have more advantage. Or, credible national CSOs may also collaborate with local CSOs located within their preferred project districts to apply for a Project;
d) CSOs that show official involvement with at least one governmental institution (Ministries, Departments and Agencies) in relation to their proposal.

What kinds of proposals are expected?
The projects are to help increase young people and women engagement and participation in public affairs, to improve democratic governance and transparency in the country. The projects should also aim to sensitize/educate citizens to increase their knowledge on the public institutions, to develop awareness of their roles and responsibilities in national and local development and to create interest for a better understanding and potential commitment in public decision making.

Ghana, being part of the Open Government Partnership (OGP), will soon submit its 3rd National Action Plan in partnership with the civil society. Any innovative project from civil society organizations actively engaged in preparing the OGP National Action Plan, and in monitoring and supporting the government to achieve the OGP commitments will be valued.
Two (2) projects will be selected and supported. Each successful project will be supported with a grant ranging from € 15,000 to € 24,000) for a period of 12 to 15 months duration for project implementation.
The following types of action are ineligible:
• Actions concerned only or mainly with individual sponsorships for participation in workshops,
seminars, conferences and congresses;
• Actions concerned only or mainly with individual scholarships for studies or training courses;
• Actions in the formal education sector, except in special circumstances;
• Equipment costs beyond 30%;
• Actions supporting political parties;
• Actions which include proselytism;
• Actions which discriminate against individuals or groups of people on grounds of their
gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or lack of them, or their ethnic origin;
• Actions which are in conflict with Constitutional provisions.

Grant

Each successful project will be supported with a grant of a minimum of € 15 000 and a maximum of € 24 000.
Selected projects will receive their funding in 2 installments as follows: 80% upon signing of
contract and the remaining 20% upon justification of use of first installment.

Application Procedure:

All Applicants must drop a hard copy of their proposal at the French Embassy from Monday to
Thursday, between 8am and 4pm. Submissions must be addressed to:

Genevieve Partington
Project Coordinator – FSP Governance
Embassy of France, Accra

An email must be sent to [email protected] with the full application attached as one PDF file. File should be named after the organization with the first page being the Grant Application Form.
Please note that the deadline for receiving applications has been set to June 29th, 2017 at 4pm GMT. Proposals must be received on, or before this date and time. All applications received afterwards will not be considered.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the French Solidarity Programme 2017

June 1, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Ghana Kenya South Africa Uganda

2017 SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops in Uganda, Kenya, Ghana & South Africa

by OFA May 12, 2017

written by OFA

Do you want to replicate a tested and proven business model to set up your own eco-inclusive enterprise?

SEED and SWITCH-Africa Green are pleased to invite applications for our upcoming SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops in Uganda, Kenya, Ghana and South Africa.

The SEED Replicator supports future entrepreneurs by replicating proven eco-inclusive business models from around the world. Based on the SAG-SEED Replicator Workbooks, the Replicator Connect Workshops offer hands-on support to take the first steps towards the development of an individual business idea and a unique opportunity to gain insight into eco-inclusive business models around the world. Workshop participants are provided with a variety of business options in order to set up their own eco-inclusive enterprise in a chosen sector.

Each date is a separate workshop. Participants may choose one of the two topics in each workshop:

Uganda:

22 June in Kampala: waste to industrial resources or plastic upcycling
23 June in Kampala: waste to biogas or agricultural product processing

Deadline for applications: 13 June 2017

Kenya:

27 June in Nairobi: agricultural product processing or waste to industrial resources

Deadline for applications: 13 June 2017

Ghana:

30 June in Accra: waste to industrial resources or plastic upcycling
1 July in Accra: briquettes from biomass or collaborative business models for smallholder farming

Deadline for applications: 13 June 2017

South Africa:

3 July in Durban: ICT for agriculture or irrigation solutions for smallholder farming
4 July in Durban: waste to industrial resources or plastic upcycling
6 July in Bloemfontein: waste to biogas or local clean cookstove enterprises
7 July in Bloemfontein: collaborative business models for smallholder farming or agricultural product processing

Deadline for applications: 20 June 2017

The number of workshop participants is limited. Motivated individuals, teams or NGOs are invited to send their application before the deadlines above.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2017 SAG-SEED Replicator Connect Workshops

May 12, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

Call for Papers: UNU-WIDER African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Conference 2017 – Accra, Ghana (Funded)

by OFA May 5, 2017

written by OFA

Submission Deadline: September 1st 2017

United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) jointly with the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) will organize a two-day conference on migration and mobility, in Accra, Ghana on 5-6 October 2017.

Migration and mobility are key facets of our increasingly globalized world. Challenges associated with migration have been brought into sharp relief over the past several years as Europe faces a refugee crisis of significant dimensions. Migration also offers opportunities.

For migrants, this may include economic and social mobility, as well as improved physical security and an escape from conflict, violence and persecution. While the impact of migration on both host and sending countries is a topic of considerable contemporary political debate, there is also ample research showing the benefits in terms of labour market outcomes, economic growth, as well as diversity and innovation.

This conference explores the relationships between migration, mobility and development. Within the context of UNU-WIDER’s current research programme on Transformation, Inclusion, and Sustainability and ARUA’s priority focus on migration and mobility, it aims to bring together new and innovative research from economics and other disciplines that can inform broader policy-relevant debate and action.

The conference will consist of plenary sessions with keynote speakers, parallel sessions with contributed papers, and a poster session.

We welcome submissions of individual papers, as well as of panels. Panels will include 3-4 papers (plus potential discussants). We are particularly interested in submissions in the following areas:

Rural-to-urban migration and mobility and underlying drivers
Impact of migration on families left behind
Macroeconomic implications of migration for sending and receiving countries, including the contributions of migrants and diasporas to all dimensions of sustainable development, the impact of remittances, brain drain, etc.
Social cohesion, assimilation, integration, and diversity; consideration of racism, xenophobia, and intolerance
Gender, migration, and mobility
Health, migration, and mobility
Environment, natural resources and population movements; consideration of climate change and natural disasters as drivers of conflict and efforts to mitigate harms
Conflict, migration and mobility; consideration of conflict as a driver of migration, as well as of the impact of migration on conflict
Historical patterns and the future of migration; consideration of international co-operation and governance of migration in all its dimensions
Getting the numbers and statistics right: what do we know and what don’t we know about migration flows, the characteristics and skills of migrants, remittances, etc. (based on available macro- and micro-data)

Benefits:

For accepted participants, travel support can be provided for one author per selected paper using the most economical travel route subject to UN guidelines; preference will be given to authors from developing countries. If required, UNU-WIDER can also provide visa support.
UNU-WIDER will provide hotel accommodation and most meals during the conference.
There is no conference fee

Submission procedure

Interested applicants wishing to present original research should complete the

online application form. We particularly encourage submissions from early-career, female, and developing country researchers.

Each paper submission will require:

1 An up-to-date CV

2 An abstract not exceeding 300 words which should summarize the research question, the main methods and data, and key findings of the paper and the larger implications of the research

3 A full-length paper OR an extended abstract

• the first page of the paper or extended abstract should include all author names

and affiliations and the above-mentioned 300-word abstract

• in PDF format

• written in English

• full-length papers should be 6,000-10,000 words long whereas the extended

abstracts should be 1,500-1,800 words long

It is also possible to submit a panel proposal as part of the application. In this case, one

member of the proposed panel needs to submit an abstract of approximately 300 words

which should summarize the theme of the panel, including listing of proposed papers, and

potential discussants. Please note that all papers of the proposed panel must be submitted

individually following the above guidelines.

Any queries on the call for papers should be sent to [email protected]

Previously unpublished papers presented at the conference will be considered for publication in the WIDER Working Paper series.

Important dates

1 May 2017 : paper/extended abstract submission deadline
12 June 2017 : target date for acceptance/rejection notification
1 September 2017 : final papers due
5-6 October 2017 : conference

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UNU-WIDER African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Conference 2017

May 5, 2017 0 comments

Democratic Republic Of Congo Ethiopia Fellowships Ghana Kenya Nigeria Senegal Uganda

Climate Tracker Paid Fellowship 2017 for Writing about Fossil Fuels.

by OFA April 21, 2017

written by OFA

Climate Tracker is looking for 5 online fellows to write about the fossil fuel industry in their countries. Become a fossil fuels online fellow. Get a paid fellowhip to write about fossil fuels in your country.

Requirements:

You have to be between 18 and 30 years old and have a bit of experience writing and publishing.
These are the eligible countries: DRC, Senegal, Uganda, Ecuador, Bolivia, Canada, New Zealand, Brazil, Poland, China, India, Bangladesh, Cuba, Dominica, El Salvador, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Nauru, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Philippines, Timor-Leste, Tuvalu, Venezuela, Russia, Mexico, Ethiopia, Fiji, Ghana, Kenya

Benefits:

You will have to write articles about the fossil fuel industry in your country.
Climate Tracker will help you refine your style, give you resources, tips, feedback on the articles…
You will learn a lot about journalism and climate change and you will have personalised assistance from the Climate Tracker team.
The fellowship also includes a payment of 150$.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Climate Tracker Paid Fellowship 2017

April 21, 2017 0 comments

Botswana Ghana Internships Seychelles South Africa Tanzania Uganda

Barclays Africa Rising Eagle (Pan-African) Graduate Program 2018

by OFA April 19, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 11th August 2017.

At Barclays, ideas are our currency, but we also know that even the best of ideas don’t matter until made. This is what the Rising Eagles Graduate Programme is about – working with your ideas and making them happen. The Programme has many great benefits that include:

Exclusive access to Rise, our global innovation hub
The opportunity to rub shoulders with an award winning Data & Product Alchemist as well as our Forbes ranked CEO
The opportunity to be a part of initiatives affecting real change in Africa
A strong support network of Alumni
Access to vast networking opportunities in Africa
The opportunity to accelerate your business knowledge through our internationally recognised curriculum

So bring us your ideas and we’ll give you access to the Rising Eagles Graduate Programme, a platform that can help bring them to life.

Application Criteria

Entry criteria

A postgraduate qualification (minimum NQF Level 8) in any of the disciplines that we recruit from, obtained before January 2018.
There is an exception for Tanzania whereby a three year degree will be accepted.
Less than 24 months’ permanent work experience (this excludes temporary work during full-time studies).

Barclays recruits graduates from each country in which it operates. You will need to be a citizen of the country in which you are applying. If you are not a citizen in the country where you are applying, you will need to ensure you are eligible to work in that country, as well as obtain the necessary work permits and/or documentation to allow you to work in that country (you will need to obtain these prior to your application).

Barclays offer opportunities in the following countries:

Botswana
Ghana
Seychelles
South Africa
Tanzania
Uganda

How to apply

Recruitment for the 2018 graduate intake starts on the 10th April 2017 and applications close on the 11th August 2017. There are many different role options open to you, so before you apply it’s worth finding out more.

Application Process

1. Online application
Applications are screened to ensure they meet our minimum academic requirements. How you approach and answer the application questions will also play a role in our selection process.

2. First round interview
As a quick way to get to know you, interviews will be done over the phone or face-to-face.

3. Psychometric assessment
An online assessment will be sent to you to complete.

4. Assessment centre
Depending on the business area you have been shortlisted for, you’ll be invited for further assessments, which may include a variety of group exercises, role-plays, case studies and interviews.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Barclays Africa Rising Eagle (Pan-African) Graduate Program 2018

April 19, 2017 3 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

AFRICAN GIFTED FOUNDATION Volunteer Placement for young female school and university leavers – Ghana ( £250/ month with Accomodation & Feeding)

by OFA March 24, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: Monday, 17th April 2017.

The AFRICAN GIFTED FOUNDATION is offering an exciting 3 or 5-month volunteer placement to young female* school and university leavers, as Progression Mentors (PMs) at the African Science Academy in Ghana, starting in August 2017.

Role

The AGF team is looking to appoint a passionate, independent and hardworking progression mentor (PM) who is committed to helping our school offer the best educational standards.
The applicant appointed will have good results in Maths and/or Physics at A-level or equivalent level and a genuine academic interest and enthusiasm for these subjects, and will be able to inspire our students. Skills in teaching English or Computer Science will be a benefit.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, and possess a willingness to work with and learn from experienced Ghanaian teachers.
They will also be able to contribute to the varied extra-curricular life of the school and aid students in their university and future career choices and applications.

As part of this role, PMs will support students within the Maths and Physics classes. They will also contribute to the varied extra-curricular life of the school and support students with university applications. In addition, they will be responsible for mentoring small groups of students. There are also opportunities for PMs to be involved in other parts of running the school, such as marketing, fundraising and web design.

AFRICAN GIFTED FOUNDATION are looking for individuals with good results in Maths and/or Physics at A-level (or equivalent), a genuine academic interest and enthusiasm for these subjects, and the ability to inspire our students. Skills in teaching English or Computer Science will be an added benefit.

The Placement starts on 6^th August 2017 and runs until the end of October or the mid December (5 or 3 month placements are available for this position).

As PMs live in on the school campus, they are also assigned boarding duties.

Personal Specifications

Essential:

Passion for Maths and Science
Top Maths and/or Physics A
Levels (or equivalent)
Fluency in English (there is the possibility for PMs to run extra English classes)

Highly Desirable Experience:

Previous volunteer experience, preferably in Africa
Good Computer skills
Ability to do computer programming

Desirable Experience:

Experience teaching or tutoring secondary level students in any subjects
Knowledge of use of technology to enhance learning

Personal Qualities:

Enthusiasm, conviction, initiative and personal commitment
Flexibility
Patience
Adaptability
Resilience
Open-mindedness
Exemplary communication skills
A confident and articulate individual, comfortable acting as a source of authority
Excellent team working skills
Consistency and accountability
Community engagement
Good organisational skills
Good time management
Seeking advice and support when necessary

Benefits:

The AGF Team offer PMs on this placement a living allowance of £250/ month during their time working with them.
In addition to the monthly allowance, PMs are provided with accommodation (on the school campus in a shared room with other PMs), utilities covered, 3 meals a day (plus snack) and free wifi.
The basis for the calculation of this living allowance includes the cost of living in Ghana, local employees’ salaries and other benefits provided.
Assistance with flights to and from Ghana may be available in certain circumstances.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this oppor tunity please submit the following documents to Helen Denyer at

[email protected] :

Completed Application Form
A letter of application (no longer than one page), briefly outlining why you wish to apply to become a PM at our school, what specific skills, qualities and experience you can offer the school, and why you feel confident in meeting the challenges of this opportunity and of living and working in Ghana.
Applications close on the Monday, 17th April 2017.
Interviews will be arranged thereafter via skype or in person.
For further information and discussion of the role, please contact Helen Denyer, at [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AFRICAN GIFTED FOUNDATION Volunteer Placement for young female school and university leavers

March 24, 2017 2 comments

Call for Applications Ghana

Developers In Vogue Innovative Coding Boot Camp 2017 For Females – Ghana

by OFA March 19, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 21st April, 2017.
Developers In Vogue is offering an exciting opportunity to 20 young ladies to learn how to build innovative software at the Coding Boot Camp. The 2017 boot camp holds this summer (1st June to 29th July) in Accra, Ghana. The sessions are a combination of onsite, online and group projects. Participants are expected to complete all course modules before graduating to the next stage. At the end of the two months, participants should be equipped with the knowledge and skills to build a website from scratch using Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Bootstrap and jQuery. Participants are required to complete a compulsory group project of building a website for a non-profit organization for a social cause.

Eligibility Requirements
Developers In Vogue are currently able to accept applications from only applicants in Ghana. Applicants are not required to have a prior knowledge of coding before sending their applications. The preferred candidate should:

1. Be a lady who is at least 16 years old who is based in Ghana.
2. Be able to commit at least 20 hours per week for course work (10 hours onsite and 10 hours online) from 1st June to 29th July. (After the boot camp however, there will be two onsite workshops per month.)
3. Be able to commit to completing all activities including participating in group work, submitting assignments and building a website for a non-profit or social cause.
4. Be interested in applying the skills learnt during sessions either through freelancing, working in or starting a tech firm.
5. Be able to bring a laptop for all onsite sessions.

Benefits
The benefits of being a part of this initiative are endless. We are creating a community of top female talent who will revolutionize Africa and beyond using technology. Some of the benefits include:
1. Equipping you with the knowledge and skills to be a top-notch developer.
2. Access to a community of inspiring ladies who can collaborate with you on future projects.
3. One-on-one mentorship by industry experts.
4. Access to our online learning portal which is loaded with a lot of resources.
5. Career support services including how to ace a technical interview, how to start a tech company, etc.
6. Further training in web, mobile apps and custom software development. Those interested in data science can have further training in data analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence.
7. Complementary courses including graphic design, search engine optimization and social media marketing.
8. Opportunity to earn money through freelancing, internship, remote or full-time jobs in tech firms.
9. Diversifying your portfolio which will be a great addition to your CV.
10. Improving soft skills like presentation, project management, team work and critical thinking.
How To Apply

All applications are to be done online and the application process would take about 10 minutes to complete.
Deadline for application submission is 21st April, 2017.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed briefly via phone and final decisions will be made known to successful applicants on 8th May, 2017.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Developers In Vogue Innovative Coding Boot Camp 2017

March 19, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Cote d'Ivoire Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa

MEST Entrepreneurs-in-Training Program 2017 for Young Africans (Fully Funded)

by OFA March 13, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: May 10th 2017

Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) is calling techies and entrepreneurs from Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa & Ivory Coast to join its next dynamic cohort of trainees, with the opportunity to become world-class software developers and receive funding for their tech startups by entering the fully sponsored year-long program in Accra, Ghana which begins August 2017.

Joining the program exposes the entrepreneurs to new and diverse cultures, builds them to become globally competitive, and makes them eligible to receive seed-funding of USD $50,000 – $100,000 from the Meltwater Foundation.

Recruiting from South Africa, in addition to Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya and Cote D’ivoire is a deliberate move by MEST to create a pan-African network and curate a rich pool of talent and ideas. MEST aims to increase the rate of entrepreneurship adoption amongst African youth, drive more external investment to the continent, and in 2018 launch an Incubator in Johannesburg or Cape Town for MEST-graduated South African entrepreneurs to build a base and work on home soil.

The entrepreneurs-in-training (EITs) who are accepted into MEST also receive perks that allow them to focus 100% on building globally successful software companies: housing accommodation for a year in Ghana, three meals a day, and a small monthly stipend.

All interested and eligible applicants must:

Have deep passion to build a globally successful software company
Have several years entrepreneurial or corporate work experience
Be able to commit spending a year in Accra, Ghana participating in the MEST training program starting August 2017

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MEST Entrepreneurs-in-Training Program 2017

March 13, 2017 2 comments

Fellowships Ghana Nigeria

Africa Initiative for Governance Fellowship 2017/2018 for Young West Africans to study in the University of Oxford, UK (Fully Funded)

by OFA March 7, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline:10 April 2017.

The Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford is delighted to invite applications for the 2017-18 Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Fellowship.

The AIG Fellowship is awarded each year to an individual from West Africa who has demonstrated distinguished public service. AIG Fellows undertake a period of study, reflection and engagement of up to 6 months with scholars and students at the Blavatnik School of Government.

AIG Fellows have the opportunity to use their time at the School to further develop their understanding of specific policy issues and solutions. It also provides an opportunity to reflect on practices in other countries both within the Fellow’s region and beyond. AIG Fellows are expected to develop case studies and/or policy briefings or op-eds on their area of expertise. They would also be expected to share their expertise on policy implementation, for example by speaking at a masterclass or workshop. The School has a lively programme of events and Fellows are encouraged to participate fully in these.

Selection Criteria:

For 2017-18, applications are invited from those residing in Nigeria or Ghana.
The Fellowship will be awarded to an individual from who has made an outstanding contribution to the development and implementation of a policy that has yielded meaningful impact on the public good.
Candidates must demonstrate commitment to public service in their country, region and globally.
The Blavatnik School of Government are seeking applications from Fellows who wish to spend time for up to six months at the Blavatnik School between September 2017 and June 2018.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be responsible for making their visa and travel arrangements to the UK.
Accommodation, visa costs and standard class return flights are covered by the AIG Fellowship funding, as well as reimbursement of reasonable living expenses in line with university guidelines and visa regulations.
Funding of family members is not included.

Application Process

Please send your application to [email protected] titled “AIG Fellowship” by 12 noon (UK Time) on Monday 10 April 2017. Your application should include:

a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume;
written attestations from two referees to support your application; and
a covering letter setting out how you meet the criteria, your proposed area of study and reflection, how you would propose to engage in that area at the Blavatnik School, and indicative dates for your visit if successful.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Fellowship.

March 7, 2017 1 comment

Algeria Benin Burkina Faso Carpe Verde Cote d'Ivoire Egypt Fellowships Gambia Ghana Guinea-Bissau Liberia Libya Mali Mauritania Morocco Niger Nigeria Senegal Sierra Leone Togo Tunisia

AWARD GAIA AgTech Innovation Challenge 2017 for West & North Africa.

by OFA March 3, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 9th March 2017

Do you have a big idea that could transform agriculture and agribusiness in West or North Africa?

The efficiency of African agriculture is hampered by a persistent gender gap. Gender in Agribusiness Investments for Africa (GAIA) ensures visibility, commercialization, and scaling up of agricultural research innovations (AgTech) with the potential to bridge the gender gap in African agriculture by focusing on agribusinesses that demonstrate clear benefits to groups that are often marginalized in agriculture including women smallholder farmers and other women value chain actors.

AWARD are pleased to announce that GAIA is now accepting applications from institutions and enterprises for the 2017 AWARD AgTech Innovation Challenge for West and North Africa. GAIA has been launched by African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) to increase agribusiness investments in technological and business model innovations that help bridge the gender gap in African agriculture and particularly those that enhance the positive participation of African women in agricultural value chains across the continent.

Do you have a big idea that has been piloted successfully in West or North Africa?
West Africa: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
North Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Tunisia

Eligibility

AWARD GAIA is looking for enterprises that:

Serve the agriculture or allied sectors;
Demonstrate clear benefits to groups that are often marginalized in agriculture including women smallholder farmers and other women value chain actors;
Have an innovative technology or business model;
Have a clear for-profit business model with high potential for scale;
Have some proof of concept on the ground, conducted pilots and are preferably generating revenues;
Are seeking funding to commercialize or scale.

Benefits

The top 25 companies will participate in an in-depth boot camp, and then be showcased to investors, incubators, and other support organizations in Accra, Ghana from March 29-31, 2017.
The goal of this challenge is to increase agribusiness investments in technological and business model innovations that have the potential to help close the gender gap in African agriculture.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please complete this application form;
For any enquiries, contact: [email protected] or [email protected].
Submissions will be evaluated on a rolling basis until 9th March 2017.
Early submissions are encouraged, and winners will be notified on 13th March 2017.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AWARD GAIA AgTech Innovation Challenge 2017

March 3, 2017 0 comments

Botswana Cameroun Gambia Ghana Kenya Lesotho Malawi Mauritius Mozambique Namibia Nigeria Rwanda Scholarships Seychelles Sierra Leone South Africa Swaziland Tanzania Uganda Zambia

Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarships 2017/2018 for Foreign Students (Fully Funded to Brunei)

by OFA February 16, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: March 13th 2017

The Government of Brunei Darussalam is offering annual scholarships under a special scholarship award scheme, for the 2017/2018 academic session. Tenable in Brunei Darussalam, the aim of the scholarship awards is to provide applicants, with the opportunity to study at University of Brunei Darussalam [UBD], Islam Sultan Sharif Ali university [UNISSA] and Brunei Institute of Technology [ITB].

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must be citizens of ASEAN, OIC, Commonwealth Member Countries and others are eligible to apply.
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 – 25 for undergraduate programmes and not exceed 35 for postgraduate programmes on the 31 July 2017.
The award is not eligible, to Brunei Permanent Residents and foreigners residing in Brunei Darussalam.

Scholarship Worth:

The scholars are exempted from paying tuition fees and other appropriate compulsory fees as determined by the university for the duration of the programme.

One return economy class air-ticket for the most economically viable route to Brunei Darussalam will be determined by the Brunei Darussalam Government. No additional assistance will be provided towards other travel expenses.

Allowances payable will include:

Monthly personal allowance of BND500.00
Annual Book Allowance BND600.00
Monthly food allowance of BND150.00
Upon completion of the program, Baggage allowance to a maximum institution of BND250.00 to ASEAN region and BND500.00 to non ASEAN region.
An accommodation at respective institution residential college is provided. If the scholar opts not to live in the provided accommodation, no additional allowance will be given in the lieu of board and transport
Outpatient medical and/or dental treatment is at any Brunei government hospitals, However an administrative charge is payable for each consultation with the government general practitioner or specialist.
Should the scholar seek further medical or dental treatments at any private hospital or clinic, all expenses are to be borne by scholars themselves.

Commonwealth Member Countries (Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and The Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Virgin Islands (British) and Zambia.

Application Process:

Application forms can be downloaded from the following link http://www.mofat.gov.bn/Pages/BDScholarship.aspx
Application forms must be duly completed and endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the National Focal Point for Scholarships of the applicant’s country.
Applicants are required to also submit a security clearance statement from their National Security Agency(ies) Police Station (ie a statement/report certifying that applicants are clear from any covol and criminal charges)
Completed application forms are to be emailed to the following address: [email protected] *Applicants applying to Universiti Brunei Darussalam must also complete an online application thorugh https://apply.ubd.edu.bn/orbeon/uis-welcome/
Incomplete application forms will not be considered.
The closing date for the reception of completed application forms,together with certified copies of relevant certificates and documents is, not later than 1600 hours (Brunei Time) on 13 March 2017

Application Forms:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarships 2017/2018

February 16, 2017 15 comments

Newer Posts

Older Posts

Ghana

The Scholarship includes:

How to Apply:

International Applicants

What Next?

Eligibility

Eligible Commonwealth countries

YYAS 2018 will be held in two locations:

Required application components include:

Residents of Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania, or Uganda

Learning and connecting

1. Fill in some basic details

2. Complete two online questionnaires

3. Talk to us face to face

4. Take part in a one-day assessment

Eligibility

Deployment

Application Process

Short application form

Online strengths assessment

Numerical and abstract reasoning tests

Video interview

Face-to-face interview

Face-to-face business interview

Eligibility Criteria

How to Apply

Application Requirements

Entry criteria

How to apply

Application Process

Application Process