AWARD Leadership Program 2027 For Emerging African Women In Science

AWARD Leadership Program 2027 for Emerging African Women in Science

Brief Description

The AWARD Leadership Program 2027 (Cohort 2) is a two-year non-residential fellowship designed for emerging African women scientists under 35 years of age. Hosted by African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD), this customized learning experience strengthens the capability, confidence, and influence of participants to lead climate-responsive agricultural research and transform agrifood systems. Through interactive training sessions on leadership, mentoring, proposal writing, communication, and one-on-one coaching, the fellowship helps participants build personal brands, navigate organizational dynamics, manage teams, and pitch research ideas to funding agencies. Candidates seeking the Cohort 2 AWARD Fellowship can apply to join this career-defining African Women in Science Fellowship.

Name of Host Institution

African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Must be a female applicant under 35 years old working in science and agriculture.
Must hold a minimum of a B.Sc. degree or equivalent in any agricultural science discipline from a recognized university.
Must have at least five years of full-time sector experience in science and agriculture.
Must reside in Africa and be actively engaged in agriculture-related professional work.
Must work in national agricultural research institutions, government ministries, universities, or international research organizations in Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, or Senegal.
Must demonstrate a commitment to growth, articulate clear career goals, and show leadership potential.
Must not be a Fellow or Laureate of any other fellowship offered by AWARD.

Deadline

November 06, 2026, at 23:59 East Africa Time (GMT+3).

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Q: What is the age limit to apply for the AWARD Leadership Program 2027?

Q: Which African countries are eligible for Cohort 2?

The fellowship is open to qualifying female agricultural scientists working in Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Senegal.

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