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Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme 2021 at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (Fully Funded)

by OFA
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Application Deadline: October 12th 2020

As part of its programme to support member States, UNECA is partnering with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation to promote leadership development through a practical and on-the-job fellowship. The programme is aimed at enabling young African professionals to develop leadership capacity in a large institution, gain knowledge of the functioning of the United Nations, have better understanding of Africa’s socio-economic challenges and contribute to the analytical, advocacy and policy advisory work of the Commission.

The Mo Ibrahim Foundation (the “Foundation”), is financing this Fellowship position in the UNECA. The Fellow will perform the duties and responsibilities of the position at the headquarters of UNECA in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme is a selective Fellowship that prepares the next generation of outstanding African leaders by providing them with unique work opportunities at the most senior level of prominent African institutions or multilateral organizations, whose mandate is to improve the economic and social prospects of Africa. The Fellowship allows talented individuals to increase and enhance their professional capacity, with the intention of contributing to the governance and development of their countries thereby creating a pipeline of future African leaders.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Foundation Fellow will be mentored by the Executive Secretary and/or a designated Representative in the Office of the Executive Secretary (OES). With this guidance, the Fellow will work on the design and implementation of strategic assignments in support of the ECA’s mandate of contributing to the governance and development of member states.

As part of his/her general responsibilities, the Fellow will be expected to:

Advise on and develop strategic initiatives to advance UNECA’s mission and objectives.
 Support the programmatic and administrative functions of OES
 Plan, develop, and implement strategies for promoting regional integration.
 Conceive, develop and promote innovations in UNECA development policies, including helping Africa to meet its special needs
 Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.
 Undertake other duties as assigned.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The Fellowship is for young female and male professionals, mid-career and executives alike who are nationals of ECA member States, residing anywhere in the world and are under the age of Forty (40) years. Consideration will, however, be given to women under the age of Forty-Five (45) years with children;

Work Experience
The Fellow should have at least 7 years of relevant work experience and must be able to demonstrate competencies in professionalism, teamwork, client orientation, planning and organizing and leadership potential.

S/he must also have proven:
 Experience in strategic planning and execution;
 Knowledge of negotiating and change management;
 Enhanced skills in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures;
 Experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
 Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; Experience in research/analytical work in socioeconomic related area;
 Experience with working on African issues is an advantage.
 Ability to work in teams and simultaneously on several assignments

Education

Fellow must hold a Master’s Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, International Development, Business Administration, Law, Finance, Engineering, or any discipline relevant to the work of UNECA.

Language

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this, fluency in oral and written English or French is required. Working knowledge of the other is an advantage.

Other Skills
Sound knowledge of the Internet and basic software for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations is required.

TERMS and CONDITIONS

– Fellow will work with the UNECA for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months and the Foundation will finance an annual stipend which will be paid monthly by the UNECA.

– The selected Fellow will sign a contract with the UNECA before commencement of service in line with administrative instructions of the United Nations applicable to consultants.

– All expenses related to the Fellow’s official mission travel, including travel insurance will be met by the UNECA.

– The Fellow cannot be employed on UN regular positions within six months of completion of a fellowship.

– The Foundation will ensure that the Fellow has his/her own medical insurance, child education and retirement plan arrangements.

– The Foundation will invite and pay for the Fellow’s participation in its annual Forum.

– The travel costs for the assumption of duty and repatriation at the end of the appointment will be borne and paid out of the Funds provided by the Foundation.

HOW TO APPLY
Candidates must submit their applications together with the following documents:
 Cover letter
 UN Personal History Profile (PHP) *
 Copy of academic degree certificates, and;
 Three letters of reference/recommendation.

Applications with all the supporting documents should be sent by e-mail to [email protected] with subject line: 2021 MO IBRAHIM LEADERSHIP FELLOW

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Programme 2021

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2015 Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: 12 September 2014.

The  Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Programme is a selective Fellowship that prepares the next generation of outstanding African leaders by providing them with unique work opportunities at the most senior level of prominent African institutions or multilateral organizations, whose mandate is to improve the economic and social prospects of Africa.

The Fellowship allows talented individuals to increase and enhance their professional capacity, with the intention of contributing to the governance and development of their countries thereby creating a pipeline of future African leaders.

The Fellow will work with the African Development Bank for this purpose, for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months, and the Foundation will finance the costs associated with the position.

Responsibilities:

The Fellow will also have the following responsibilities:

  • Advise on and develop strategic initiatives to advance the Bank’s mission and objectives.
  • Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating resources.
  • Conceive, develop and promote innovations in Bank development policies.
  • Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.
  • Undertake other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

  • Be national of an African country, residing anywhere in the world;
  • Not be an active, non-active, retired, or separated staff member of the Bank;
  • Not have close family relations with an active or non-active staff member, such as mother, father, sister and brother.
  • Government officials, active military personnel and political party leaders are not eligible;
  • Be under the age of forty (40) years for men or forty-five (45) years for women with children;
  • Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Development, Business Administration, Finance, Banking or any discipline relevant to the Bank’s business: such as outstanding academic credentials, relevant work experience, strong communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work with others;
  • Have at least 7 (seven) years work experience relevant to the Bank’s activities;
  • Demonstrate proven leadership and consultative skills;
  • Have experience in strategic planning and execution ;
  • Demonstrate knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management;
  • Have enhanced skills in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures;
  • Have experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
  • Demonstrate ability to develop financial plans and manage resources;
  • Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret financial data;
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
  • Demonstrate ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

The Application Process

  • Applications will only be considered if they are submitted on line with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)) indicating date of birth, nationality, education and relevant experience.
  • Applicants must also attach copies of academic transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
  • The selection process will include the Bank’s Human Resources Department carrying out an initial vetting of applications to develop a short list of ten (10) applicant files to be further reviewed by the Foundation. A short list of three (3) candidates will be presented to the President of the Bank (or his designate) for final selection.
  • Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are considered for interview will be contacted.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program

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