Call For Applications: ECOWAS Women and Clean Energy Scholarship 2024 ( Up to $3,200, A laptop worth up to $700, A six-month Internship)

The ECOWAS Women and Clean Energy Scholarship is a powerful initiative designed to help achieve the goals of the ECOWAS Policy for Gender Mainstreaming in Energy Access.

With funding of CAD 1.5 million from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Canada, the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) is leading a project called Women and Clean Energy in West Africa (WOCEWA).

This project is specifically focused on promoting gender equality in the private energy sector by increasing women’s participation as both consumers and suppliers of clean energy.

The WOCEWA Scholarship and Green Jobs Program is a vital part of this effort, aiming to create a strong future for women in the energy sector.

By offering scholarships paired with guaranteed internship placements in ECOWAS energy institutions and agencies, ECREEE is working to tackle the low representation of women in this critical industry.

As a WOCEWA scholar, you’ll receive full coverage for your tuition fees, health insurance, and even a laptop. Plus, you’ll get the chance to gain real-world experience through a fully funded internship, which includes travel expenses, insurance, and a monthly stipend.

Eligibility 

To be eligible for the WOCEWA Scholarship 2024, you must:

• Be a citizen of an ECOWAS Member State.
• Have registered for the first year of a master’s degree at a recognized institution in West Africa.
• Be a female student with a background in STEM, with a focus on energy.
• Be under 32 years old by the end of 2024.
• Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5/5 (equivalent to Upper Second-Class or an average of 14/20 in the francophone system).
• Not have any other existing scholarship.

Note: Any false declaration will result in permanent suspension from the program.

Benefits

As a WOCEWA Scholar, you will receive:

• Up to $3,200 per year for a maximum of two years.
• Coverage for tuition fees and health insurance, up to $2,500.
• A laptop worth up to $700.
• A six-month internship at ECREEE or another ECOWAS institution in the energy sector, including travel, insurance, and a monthly stipend of $800.

Required Documents

To apply, you’ll need to submit the following:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A copy of your passport biodata page
• Certified copies of your bachelor’s degree certificate
• Official transcripts from your bachelor’s degree
• Proof of registration for your master’s degree courses
• Bank details of your university for tuition fees
• Proof of admission in an eligible West African university and relevant course
• A letter of motivation addressed to the ECREEE’s Director Executive (300-500 words)
• A commitment to adhere to the program’s terms and conditions

Applications will be reviewed by a committee, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

How to Apply