YALI RLC WEST AFRICA EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM – COHORT 48 (ONSITE) IN ACCRA, GHANA (FULLY FUNDED)
Applications are now open for the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program – Cohort 48 (onsite). 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.
Eligibility criteria
competition for the YALI Regional Leadership Center West Africa is a merit-based and open to young West African leaders who meet the following criteria:
- Aged between 18 and 35 at the time of application submission,
- Citizens and residents of one of the following countries: Ghana, Nigeria, Togo, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Burkina Faso,
- Not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.,
- Eligible to receive any necessary visa to Ghana,
- Proficient in reading, writing, listening, and speaking English.
Business and entrepreneurship this track caters to the range of emerging or aspiring entrepreneurs who expect to take on leadership roles within the private sector or build their own business ventures on the continent.
Civil society management this track is oriented to those who are or aspire to be civically engaged and serve the public through non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, or volunteerism.
Public policy and management this track is tailored to those who work or aspire to work in any level of government (including elected positions), regional organizations such as the African Union or the West Africa Community, international organizations such as the United Nations, or other publicly-minded organizations or think tanks.
Selection Criteria
Selection for participation in Cohort 48 (Onsite) of the YALI Regional Leadership Center West Africa, Accra, will be conducted as a merit-based, open competition. All eligible applications will be reviewed by a selection panel and shortlisted. Shortlisted applicants will then be interviewed before a final selection is made and an invitation to join the program issued.
Selection panels will use the following criteria to evaluate applications:
- Demonstrated leadership in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement,
- Active engagement in public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship,
- The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and respect the opinions of others,
- Strong social and communication skills,
- An energetic, positive attitude,
- A demonstrated knowledge, interest, and professional experience in the sector/track selected, and
- A commitment to apply leadership skills and training to benefit your country and/or community after the program.
Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, socio-economic status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Visit the Official Webpage of the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program
Source: OFA
