Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program

  •  Master, Fellowship
  •  21-Oct-2022
  •   Worldwide
  • $$  $100,000 Annual Stipend

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships were established in 2011 to identify and mentor the future generation of outstanding African leaders. Each year three Fellows have an opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), ECA (Addis Ababa) or the ITC (Geneva), with a stipend of $100,000.

During their 12-month programmes, Fellows gain both technical and leadership skills, while contributing directly to research and policy design. A special feature of the programme is the opportunity to benefit from the direct mentorship of the heads of the host organisations. 

Fellows also become members of the  Now Generation Network (NGN), through which they continue to contribute their skills and insights to building a better Africa.

Eligibility Criteria

  • National of an African country
  • Minimum 7 years’ of relevant work experience
  • Master’s degree
  • Under the age of 40, or 45 for women with children
  • Any additional criteria as set by the host

Fellowships are open to young professionals, mid-career and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a master’s degree.

Application Process

Go to Mo Ibrahim Foundation on mo.ibrahim.foundation to apply
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