Schwarzman Scholarship

Schwarzman Scholars brings together a diverse cohort of young leaders from all regions and sectors of the world who embrace each other’s differences while working on a joint mission. Scholars are selected from an international pool of distinguished candidates. Prospective Scholars are expected to demonstrate academic excellence, exceptional results in their field and outstanding leadership qualities.

What We're Looking For

Our cohort of global leaders reflects the diversity, vibrancy and promise of the world at large. Schwarzman Scholars embrace the opportunity to understand other cultures, perspectives and positions. Candidates who are most qualified to meet the high demands of the program must exhibit excellence in the following areas:

Leadership Abilities

Exemplary Character & Integrity and more...

Eligibility

In addition to demonstrating extraordinary leadership skills, the ability to anticipate and act on trends and changes in their context, strong intellectual capacity, and exemplary character, candidates must meet the following criteria.

Must have an undergraduate degree

Must be 18-28 years of age

Must be proficient in the English language

For more information, visit https://www.schwarzmanscholars.org/admissions/

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Mandela Institute For Development Studies (MINDS) Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development

Overview

The MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development in Africa was successfully launched in 2017, bringing to realization our vision of developing young leaders who have a continent-wide development mindset and leaders who can facilitate greater cooperation between African countries.

The Scholarship Programme enables African students to study in an African country other than their home country and in this way immerse themselves in richness and diversity that the country and its communities has to offer. By broadening access to education, we see the expansion of openness to ideas and the creation of a network of like-minded leaders who will help promote the performance and tangible progress of our continent. There is no doubt that a more integrated African economy of global scale will accelerate growth, generate positive outcomes and benefit all its communities.

Benefits

MINDS’ offers scholarships to Africans who wish to pursue postgraduate studies within Africa, outside of their own countries. Through tailored leadership development activities, the MINDS Scholarship Programme aims to nurture leaders who have a continental development mindset; leaders who will facilitate greater cohesion and cooperation between African countries.

MINDS Scholarships are applicable to full-time studies of a one or two-year Honors or Master’s degree at one of the MINDS preferred institutions (listed below). MINDS does not prescribe the course to be studied.

The Scholarship will cover some or all of the expenses below, depending on whether a partial or full scholarship is awarded:

• Tuition

• Accommodation and meals

• One return ticket per duration of studies

• A fixed stipend.

Individuals with a Pan-African outlook, demonstrated leadership ability and an excellent academic record who wish to study on the African continent, outside their home country are invited to apply for the scholarships.

List of Preferred Institutions

To be eligible to receive a MINDS Scholarship, an applicant must have been accepted to study at one of the following institutions:

 East Africa

• African Leadership University, Rwanda

• Carnegie Mellon University, Rwanda

• Makerere University, Uganda

• Strathmore University, Kenya

Southern Africa

• African Leadership University, Mauritius

• University of Cape Town, South Africa

• University of Mauritius, Mauritius

• University of Witwatersrand, South Africa

North Africa

• Al Akhawayn University, Morocco

• Université Cadi Ayyad, Morocco

• Université Mohammed V, Morocco

West Africa

• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Ghana

• Pan-Atlantic University (Lagos Business School), Nigeria

• University of Development Studies, Ghana

How to Apply

Applicants must have the following documents scanned, saved and ready for uploading. All documents uploaded must be in PDF format. Each attachment should not exceed 2MB in size.

• A copy of the data/ bio page of your passport.

• A certified academic transcript/ results slip of the last two years of study.

• A copy of the official acceptance letter from the university. The letter must:

  • Be addressed to the applicant.

  • State the degree which the applicant has been accepted to study.

  • State the academic year at which the degree will commence.

  • State the duration of the course (e.g. one year).

• A copy of a valid study permit or visa OR proof of application. (Optional)

• A detailed CV/ Resume of not more than four (4) single sided pages.

• Two reference letters (of not more than 3 pages each) addressing the applicant’s demonstration of integrity, their competency and/or potential as a leader and their commitment to the development of the African continent.

For more info: https://minds-africa.org/scholarship-program-for-leadership-development/

To apply: https://scholarship.minds-africa.org/login.php

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FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship 2022

Applications are open for the FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship 2022. The Women in Finance Scholarship is aimed at encouraging and supporting talented women in the field of finance, particularly those pursuing careers in financial asset management, market risk management and derivatives finance within the capital markets.

Applications are welcomed from female citizens of all countries who are enrolled in a post-graduate program (Master’s or PhD) in Finance at an accredited university.

FINCAD, the Capital Markets Group of Zafin, remains committed to supporting talented women in the capital markets through their annual Women in Finance Scholarship opportunity.

Benefit

Once a year, an award of US$20,000 is given to one eligible woman to help support graduate-level studies in Finance, with 50% of the award being paid directly to the winner and the remaining 50% being paid to the educational institution to directly assist with tuition.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the 2022 scholarship, you must:

• Have commenced your post-graduate Finance studies no earlier than January 1, 2022 or no later than February 1, 2023;

• Be enrolled and attending the Master’s or PhD Finance program on a full-time basis during the 2022 – 2023 academic year;

• Have less than 10 years of total work experience, and less than 5 years of professional experience in the financial field.

Application

Submit your application for the 2022 Women in Finance Scholarship opportunity at the official application page. You can set up an account and save your work as you go.

Click here to apply: https://webportalapp.com/appform/login/fincad

Deadline: May 31st

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Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Fellowship Programme 2022 for Young Nigerians

The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy is a one-year Fellowship programme initiated by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu that will offer life changing, nonpartisan and meritocratic opportunities to young Nigerians who desire to impact their generation. The value of investing in leadership has been well established in all sectors. A rationale for investing in leadership development that is more specific to foundations is that doing so can contribute to the effectiveness of a country to which the foundation is already committed. The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy is a program that aims to build skills, awareness, and a nuanced perspective among young people to tackle challenges in various fields including the public sector.

The program will offer first-hand experience into the process of governance at a State government level, Fellows will also participate in round table discussions with renowned leaders from both the public and private sectors and partake in domestic and international policy trips. The annual Fellowship is designed to mentor young Nigerians. It will offer bright young Nigerians the chance to support Nigeria’s recovery through inclusive, sustainable and development solutions.

Requirements:

It is required that applicants must:

• Be Nigerian

• Have a minimum of 3 years work experience

• Be under 35 years

• Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree

• Have completed National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or hold an exemption certificate

Benefits and Experience

Fellows will benefit and experience the following:

• Innovative Learning Curriculum

• Hands-On Leadership experience

• Participation in Community Projects

• Mentorship from Renowned Leaders

• Continuous Multi-Source Feedback

• One-on-One Leadership Coaching

• Shadowing Lagos Cabinet Members

• Local and International Policy Travels

• Network of Alumni

• Fellows will receive a salary and benefits of a Special Assistant to the Governor. Lateef Jakande Leadership Fellows cannot receive compensation from any other source during their year of government service.

Responsibilities

• Fellows will act as SPECIAL ASSISTANTS while in their assigned ministries or agencies. This would legitimise their positions and enable them to conveniently develop and implement solutions in their various postings. It will also allow for easy incorporation of the Fellows into a recognisable/existing public service structure. Their assignments demand a capacity for quick learning and a willingness to work hard, often on issues outside of their area of expertise.

• Responsibilities range from chairing interagency meetings and designing and implementing policies to drafting speeches for cabinet members to representing their agencies on various assignments.

• In return for the privilege of participating in the Fellowship year, Fellows will be expected to apply what they have learned by contributing to the nation as greater leaders in their respective communities, professions, and in public service. 

The LJLA Programme will offer non-partisan and meritocratic opportunities. It will combine on-the-job training through shadowing of Lagos State executive council members. There will be gender balance in recruitment of Fellows, 50 percent Female, 50 percent Male. The Academy will attract Fellows from Lagos, Lagos Civil Service and Nigeria as a whole.

To apply: https://www.ljlalag.com.ng/

Deadline: June 2nd, 2022

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The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program 2022/2023 for young African graduates (Fully Funded to the United States)

The Fulbright FLTA Program is sponsored by the United States Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). As part of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, the Fulbright FLTA Program is designed to develop Americans’ knowledge of foreign cultures and languages by supporting teaching assistantships in over 30 languages at hundreds of U.S. institutions of higher education. The program offers educators from over 50 countries the opportunity to develop their professional skills and gain first-hand knowledge of the U.S., its culture and its people.

U.S. campuses enhance their teaching of languages and expose students to a true understanding of people of different nations. Like the more than 1,800 Foreign Fulbright Fellows that enter U.S. academic programs each year, Fulbright FLTAs apply to the program through the Fulbright Commission/Foundation or U.S. Embassy in their home countries. The Institute of International Education (IIE) arranges academic placement for most Fulbright FLTA nominees and supervises participants during their stay in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements

All Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program applicants must be nominated by a U.S. Embassy or a Fulbright Commission; independent applicants do not qualify. You are eligible to participate in the Fulbright FLTA program if you:

Reside in the country of nomination at the time of application

Possess the equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor’s degree with a good academic record; Master’s degrees are highly desirable at many institutions

Are an early career teacher of English or training to become a teacher of English, or are an early career educator in a related field; prior teaching experience is preferred

Have a sincere interest in teaching your native language and culture to students in the U.S.

Are fluent in English, as demonstrated by a recent score of no less than 550 (Paper Based TOEFL), 79-80 (Internet Based TOEFL – IBT), or 6.0 (Overall Score International English Language Testing System – IELTS); test scores can be submitted to IIE by indicating the institutional code 2326 on the day of the test

Are able to work creatively and be self-reliant while being willing to work cooperatively as part of a team with faculty, staff, and students

Are flexible and have a willingness to learn

Are adaptable to living in rural or urban areas

Clearly demonstrate maturity, dependability, integrity, and professionalism

Do not hold U.S. citizenship; dual citizens are not eligible for the program participation.

Benefits

Will be up to 20 hours per week in various educational activities designated by the Supervisor.

• Will include the opportunity to take two courses per semester on an audit or credit basis, that is beneficial to their teaching career, as determined in consultation with the Supervisor.

One course taken during the year must be in U.S. studies.

If selected for participation in the Fulbright FLTA Program, you will have the opportunity to spend one academic year sharing your culture and language with American students by supporting an existing language program or helping to establish a new one on a U.S. university or college campus.

FLTA duties vary widely from institution to institution – some FLTAs are expected to teach language courses on their own with minimal in-class supervision, while others may be much more involved in extracurricular support of established language programs such as leading conversation groups, participating in community events or lectures, working in language laboratories, or contributing to language materials development.

In addition to duties as a teaching assistant, all FLTAs are required to participate in coursework. This provides an opportunity to increase your understanding of topics related to your personal and professional goals, increase your English proficiency, as well as allowing you the opportunity to benefit from the cultural exchange inherent in sharing ideas with American students within a classroom setting.

The Fulbright FLTA grant is one academic year (approximately 9-10 months) non-renewable opportunity. The program is non-degree.

For more info: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/about/flta-program

Deadline: June 30, 2022

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