United Nations and African Development Bank Fellowship Program for Women
Overview
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships were established in 2011 to identify and mentor the future generation of outstanding African leaders. Each year three Fellows have an opportunity to work in the executive offices of the AfDB (Abidjan), ECA (Addis Ababa) or the ITC (Geneva), with a stipend of $100,000.
During their 12-month programmes, Fellows gain both technical and leadership skills, while contributing directly to research and policy design. A special feature of the programme is the opportunity to benefit from the direct mentorship of the heads of the host organisations.
Eligible Criteria -
1. be national of an African country, residing anywhere in the world;
2. Government officials, active military personnel and political party leaders are not eligible;
3. age limit is forty (40) years for men and women and forty-five (45) years for women with
children;
4. have outstanding academic credentials backed by a minimum of a Master’s Degree from a
recognized institution in banking, business, economics or other social sciences, finance,
international development, or in any other discipline relevant to the Bank’s business;
5. have relevant and demonstrable work experience, strong communication skills, demonstrated
leadership skills and ability to work with others;
6. have at least 7 (seven) years’ work experience relevant to the Bank’s activities;
7. demonstrate proven leadership and consultative skills;
8. have experience in strategic planning, project management and execution;
9. have experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and
procedures;
10. demonstrate strong ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data;
11. excellent written and oral presentation skills;
12. demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and
to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
13. demonstrate ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
Responsibilities:
1. Design, develop and help implement innovative approaches to various strategic issues of importance to the Bank’s mission and objectives, based on international best practice.
2. Undertake research and analysis of existing and emerging strategy, program and policy areas relevant for the Bank, as required.
3. Assist with the monitoring and analysis of the implementation of various Bank Group initiatives as well as the regular work program, and prepare briefs, memos and other documentation that convey in non-technical terms the likely impact;
4. Participate in high-level discussions and contribute to the preparation of the President’s meetings and missions; and
5. Carry out any other assigned duties by relevant senior staff in the President’s office.
Note -
• Applications will only be considered if they are submitted on line with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth, nationality, education and relevant experience.
• Applicants must also attach copies of academic transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
• The selection process will include the Bank’s Human Resources Department carrying out an initial vetting of applications to develop a short list of ten (10) applicant files to be further reviewed by the Foundation. A short list of three (3) candidates will be presented to the President of the Bank (or his designate) for final selection.
• Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for an interview will be contacted.
Deadline - 21 October 2022
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