The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) has opened applications for the Second Cohort of the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program, an initiative under the Africa-Australia Partnership for Climate Responsive Agriculture (AAPCRA). The fellowship is designed to strengthen the leadership, confidence, and technical capacity of African women scientists working in climate-resilient agriculture, aiming to increase the number of women leading agricultural research while supporting gender-responsive innovations for smallholder farmers across Africa. The programme combines leadership development, mentoring partnerships, and technical excellence, alongside an institutional strengthening component. Through two fellowship cohorts, it will directly benefit 300 participants, including 100 Fellows, 100 Mentors, and 100 Mentees.
Key Eligibility Criteria
The fellowship is intended for African women agricultural and climate researchers affiliated with:
- National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS).
- Ministries of Agriculture.
- Universities and academic institutions.
- Agricultural and climate research organizations.
Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for leadership, a commitment to gender-responsive agricultural innovation, and an interest in contributing to sustainable, climate-resilient food systems.
Eligible Countries: Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone.
Program Structure
- Career Development Fellowship Track: Focuses on strengthening individual leadership, mentoring, and professional growth for women scientists.
- Institutional Strengthening Track: Works with selected research institutions to improve gender integration within organizational policies and practices.
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Fellowship Benefits
- Leadership development training.
- One-on-one mentoring partnerships.
- Technical capacity strengthening in climate-resilient agriculture.
- Professional networking with African researchers and institutions.
- Access to a regional community of women leaders in agriculture.
Selection Process
Fellows are selected through a competitive open call, with applications submitted online during the official application period. Institutional participants are selected separately through a consultative process involving programme stakeholders and partner organizations.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the online application through the official AWARD fellowship portal, reviewing the programme brochure and eligibility requirements before submitting.
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