Deadline: July 31, 2018
Power Africa is a U.S. government-led partnership
coordinated by USAID that aims to double access to
electricity in sub-Saharan Africa by 2030. This special
opportunity is part of the Young African Leaders Initiative
(YALI) signature effort to invest in the next generation of
African leaders.
The YALI Regional Leadership Center
Southern Africa (RLC SA) is hosted by the University of South
Africa at the Graduate School of Business Leadership in
Midrand, South Africa.
This year, Power Africa joins the RLC SA in supporting the
career development of a new generation of women leaders
in the energy sector. The first week will focus on
foundational leadership skills, with the following three
weeks emphasizing effective business and public
management in the energy sector. This opportunity will also
include site visits and case studies.
Applicants must meet the
following criteria:
• Women, Ages (18-35);
• Demonstrated commitment to
positively impact their
communities, countries, and
the African continent;
• Interest and/or experience in
the Energy sector
Nationals of sub-Saharan
African countries;
• Ability to commit to a four-
week residential training
program;
• English language proficiency.
The program encourages
applications from:
• Rural based and
economically disadvantaged
young leaders;
• Young leaders with
disabilities
People who are HIV positive
or living with AIDS;
• Individuals that represent
and advocate for the rights
of LGBTI communities across
the region;
• Other minority groups.
Benefits:
• There is no fee to apply for or participate in the program.
• Successful applicants will be provided round-trip
transportation to the program, lodging, meals, and course
materials.
All other costs will be at the participant's expense.
The training is residential and requires a commitment to
attend all sessions in person at the Regional Leadership
Click here to apply.
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