The Women’s Leadership Programme allows senior and emerging female leaders to navigate the unique leadership challenges that deter female professionals in the workplace from occupying senior leadership positions.
The program aims to enhance their ability to make strategic choices; lead people and resources; and excel in personal and leadership qualities. This program provides women leaders with unparalleled learning opportunities, including the Women’s Leadership Forum, training, coaching, and mentoring. It also offers them access to thought leaders from around the world. The faculty consists of experts in the field of transformation and leadership from across the world.
Scholarship
Participants of the program will receive fully-funded scholarships, covering program fees; books; travel expenses, meals, and refreshments during in-person sessions; and membership at UONGOZI Institute’s Resource Centre.
Eligibility
Open to African women in mid- and senior-level positions across all sectors.
At least five years of supervisory, managerial or leadership experience.
At least seven years of work experience.
Minimum bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Application
The following are required for application:
Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae (not exceeding 3 pages).
Recommendation, commitment, and permission letter from the employer to confirm the applicant’s full participation in the program.
A motivational statement (between 450 – 500 words) explaining the candidate’s leadership successes, challenges and reasons for applying for the program.
