The AWARD Leadership Program 2027 for Emerging African Women in Science (Cohort 2)

About

The AWARD Leadership Program 2027 for Emerging African Women in Science (Cohort 2) is a two-year non-residential fellowship for mid-career African women agricultural scientists working in national agricultural research institutions, government ministries, universities, and international research organizations in Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Senegal.

Eligibility — verbatim from the source

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 For More Information: Visit the Official Webpage of the AWARD Leadership Program

Requirements

• Education: undergraduate
• Career: mid career
• Skills: writing, research, communication, leadership

What you get

• Highly interactive training sessions on leadership, mentoring, proposal writing, communication skills, and one-on-one coaching sessions
• Participants will get a deeper understanding of effective leadership styles and developing their leadership potential
• How to define their career path and leverage networks to advance their careers
• How to develop personal brands to build confidence in pitching their research ideas to potential funding agencies and collaborators
• The necessary tools and skills to successfully manage teams, navigate organizational dynamics, build alliances, and take risks
• A deeper understanding of how to develop personal brands to build confidence in pitching their research ideas to potential funding agencies and collaborators

Important dates

• Deadline: Nov 7, 2026
• Start: Sep 14, 2026
• End: Sep 14, 2027

Location

Ghana