YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program - Apply for Cohort 52

The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) invites applications for the RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program – Onsite Cohort 52.

This program provides training to young African leaders, equipping them with skills to make a difference in their communities, organisations, and countries.

About the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program

YALI, an initiative by the United States government, aims to invest in Africa’s future leaders.

The Accra Regional Leadership Centre (RLC) serves nine West African countries: Togo, Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, The Gambia, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Cameroon, and Sierra Leone.

This program offers hands-on training at Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).

The program focuses on leadership development across three tracks.

Fellowship Tracks

The program includes three main tracks for young leaders:

• Business and Entrepreneurship – For aspiring entrepreneurs and future private sector leaders.
• Civil Society Management – For those who engage with or aspire to work in community organisations or NGOs.
• Public Policy and Management – For individuals working or interested in government roles, regional organisations, or policy think tanks.

Program Cost

This fellowship is fully funded for participants to attend in Accra, Ghana.

Eligibility Criteria for YALI RLC West Africa

To qualify, applicants must meet these requirements:

• Age 18 to 35 years.
• Citizenship in Ghana, Togo, Nigeria, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, or The Gambia.
• English proficiency.
• Active in making a positive impact within their community or organisation.
• Interest and experience in Public Policy Management, Business and Entrepreneurship, or Civic Leadership.

Applications are especially encouraged from:

• Young leaders based in rural areas.
• Economically disadvantaged young leaders.
• Women and minority groups.
• Young leaders with disabilities.

Application Process for YALI RLC West Africa

To apply, visit the YALI Africa Recruitment page.

Applications close on 16 November 2024.

For additional details, visit the YALI RLC West Africa information page.

This program offers an opportunity for young leaders to gain skills that drive meaningful change.