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) 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.ย The deadline for applications is 21 April 2024 at midnight (French time).ย All young African women who contribute to building a dynamic, innovative and inclusive Africa are invited toย apply.
This year, 10 leaders will benefit fromย a tailor-made training programย that will focus on womenโs leadership and the skills of tomorrow. They will beย supported by renowned mentorsย and will have the opportunity toย live an immersive experience through a business tripย 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 โself-madeโ 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
Application Deadline
- The deadline for receipt of applications is 21 April 2024.
Openย this link for more details about Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Program 2024.
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