Applications are currently being accepted for the African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences
The AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Science is a customized learning experience for young African women in science under 35. The program will equip participants with the skills and confidence to lead and innovate in the scientific world.
The underrepresentation of women in leadership roles ultimately affects progress toward sustainable development and achieving global sustainable development goals. To ensure women’s effective participation in leadership, women must access learning opportunities to gain skills that will equip them to lead effectively.
The AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Science is tailored to address some challenges that impede young women’s growth into leadership in science.
Benefits of AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences
- Each cohort participates in a 9-month immersive leadership program. The selected candidates will also engage in peer and group mentoring, attend webinars with expert speakers, and receive support from experienced mentors.
- All training sessions will be delivered virtually.
- All training materials and mentorship provided will be at no cost.
AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences Requirements
- The program is available to high-potential female applicants under 35 years old who work in science and agriculture and have at least five years of full-time sector experience.
- Education qualification: Applicants must have a minimum of a B.Sc. degree or equivalent in any agricultural science discipline from a recognized university.
- Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to growth, clearly articulate their career goals, and demonstrate their ability to take on leadership responsibility.
- Applicants must reside in Africa and be currently actively engaged in agriculture-related professional work
- Applicants must not be a Fellow or Laureate of any other Fellowships offered by AWARD
- The program is targeting applications from the following sub-Saharan African countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, and Zambia.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
20 September, 2026
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