Apply for Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship for Africans

The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2024 Leadership Fellowship.

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The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship gives you a chance to work in top executive offices, either at the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Abidjan or the International Trade Centre (ITC) in Geneva, with a yearly stipend of $100,000.

This post will cover all the key details about the fellowship, including requirements, benefits, and how to apply step-by-step.

Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship Overview:

• Host: Mo Ibrahim Foundation
• Category: Fellowships
• Eligible Countries: African nations
• Reward: $100,000 stipend and professional training
• No IELTS Required
• Deadline: October 20, 2024

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About the Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship:

The Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship was created in 2011 to support and guide the next generation of exceptional African leaders.

During the 12-month program, fellows will improve their leadership and technical skills by working on policy design and research. A unique aspect of this fellowship is that participants are personally mentored by leaders of the host organizations.

Fellows also join the Now Generation Network (NGN), where they continue to offer their knowledge and skills to support Africa’s growth.

Eligibility Criteria for the Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship 2024:

To be eligible for this fellowship, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a citizen of an African country.
• Have at least 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Hold a master’s degree.
• Be under 40 years old (or under 45 for women with children).
• Meet any extra criteria set by the host organization.

Benefits of the Mo Ibrahim Fellowship 2024:

• You will have the opportunity to work in executive roles at either AfDB (Abidjan) or ITC (Geneva).
• Receive a yearly stipend of $100,000.
• Enhance your leadership skills through hands-on experience.
• Become part of the Now Generation Network of African leaders.
• The program also offers professional development and mentoring.

How to Apply for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Fellowship (Step-by-Step):

To apply, interested candidates should:

• Visit the fellowship webpage by clicking the button below.
• Applications for the 2025 program will open on September 20, 2024.
• The fellowship is available to young professionals, mid-career workers, and new executives from Africa with relevant experience and a master’s degree.

Deadline: October 20, 2024