The programme aims to provide practical, on-the-job experience to the young professionals as they prepare either for a career in research and international development and the public sector. It will also familiarize them with the Commission’s broad programmes and services to member States and sub-regional bodies in addressing the social dimensions of Africa’s development.
WORTH
A one-off settling in grant of USD 3 ,000 and a monthly stipend of USD 3 ,000 for the duration of the fellowship. Note that the final month stipend will only be paid upon submission of a peer – reviewed fellowship research paper, a comprehensive fellowship report, an approved final performance evaluation of the fellow, a completed fellowship programme evaluation form and an exit boarding pass or immigration stamp showing that the fellow has departed the duty station and returned back to his/her home country, where both are not the same, at the end of the fellowship programme.
ELIGIBILITY
- The Fellowship programme is targeted at young Africans.
- Candidates applying for Fellowship position must be below 30 years of age when entering the programme. They must have Masters Degree or related Advanced degree.
- Candidates currently enrolled in a Ph.D programme or with an admission are also welcome to apply
- Qualified women and young scholars are encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE: January 10 2019
To apply and for more information visit here