YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program for Africans

YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program for Africans

The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders.

The need to invest in grooming strong, results-oriented leaders comes out of the statistics: nearly 1 in 3 Africans are between the ages of 10 and 24, and approximately 60% of Africa’s total population is below the age of 35.

Who Should Apply?

The program is open to young African leaders aged 18 - 35 years old depending on their level of experience and track record in their chosen sector.

Eligibility Criteria

Age (18-35)

English language proficiency

Portuguese speaking participants will be accommodated in the Mozambique Hub at UEM

A commitment to positively impact Africa, their own countries as well as communities

Demonstrated leadership capabilities and interest in Public Management, Entrepreneurship Development and Civic Leadership

Commitment to serve the development agenda of the African continent

Young leaders from the following countries are eligible to participate in the programme: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Lesotho, Malawi, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Kingdom of Eswatini, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Selection for participation in the YALI RLC SA will be conducted by a selection panel which will use the following criteria to evaluate applications:

Requirements

A proven record of leadership in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement.

They can be new entrants in public and private service institutions looking to develop their leadership abilities.

Proven record of knowledge, interest,

and professional experience in the sector/track selected.

Proven record of active engagement in public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.

Selected participants applying for the contact session must be willing to travel to the RLC SA in Midrand, Johannesburg or Maputo for the duration of the program.

A commitment to apply leadership skills and training to benefit your country and/or community after the program.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communications skills

Knowledge of youth leadership and development issues

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Demonstrate the ability to work in a small or large team setting

Proven computer skills

Cultural sensitivity

Positive attitude

Dedication, responsibility and reliability

Intended Beneficiaries

Rural based and economically disadvantaged communities

Young leaders living with disabilities

Young leaders in lusophone countries

People who are HIV positive or who are living with AIDS

Organisations that represent and advocate for the rights of LGBTI communities across the region

Application Deadline: 13th November 2022

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see: YALI Southern Africa Regional Leadership Program for Africans

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