Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024

This informs the public about the Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024. Details about the Program are given below.

Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024

Women In Africa (WIA) Philanthropy is proud to announce the launch of the 4th edition of the WIA Young Leaders program in partnership with Dior, the French investment bank Lazard in France, the Audit and Consulting firm KPMG, and the global energy company TotalEnergies.

Program Details

The call for applications is launched on Monday, March 25, 2024. The deadline for applications is 21 April 2024 at midnight (French time). All young African women who contribute to building a dynamic, innovative and inclusive Africa are invited to apply.

This year, 10 leaders will benefit from a tailor-made training program that will focus on women’s leadership and the skills of tomorrow. They will be supported by renowned mentors and will have the opportunity to live an immersive experience through a business trip in a world economic capital city. This trip will allow them to access a high-level professional network, be trained, meet experts from their sectors and benefit from high visibility at international events.

Eligibility

The main selection criteria:

  • Women between 25 and 40 years old (flexibility possible depending on experience level)
  • Born in an African country or having parents born in an African country
  • Involvement in the development of the continent and social commitment
  • Leadership skills (humility, empathy and resilience)
  • Special consideration will be given to candidates with “self-made” backgrounds.
  • The vision of what Africa should be in the future.
  • Willingness to reconcile business conduct, social impact and public/private dialogue.
  • Ability to take on responsibilities at the highest level.
  • Strong, convincing skills combined with a taste for teamwork.
  • Francophone, Anglophone, ideally bilingual.

How to Apply

For those interested in the Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024. Open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 21 April 2024.

Open this link for more details about Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024.

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