Applications are now open for the 2024 Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme. This initiative aims to support and highlight young African women leaders who are poised to make significant contributions to the African revolution. Women In Africa (WIA) Philanthropy, in partnership with Dior, the French investment bank Lazard in France, the Audit and Consulting firm KPMG, and the global energy company TotalEnergies, is proud to announce the launch of the 4th edition of the WIA Young Leaders program.
Selection Criteria
The main selection criteria for the program include:
- Women aged 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 such as humility, empathy, and resilience
- Special consideration given to candidates with “self-made” backgrounds
- Vision for the future of Africa
- 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
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of two phases:
- Selection based on file: 12 pre-finalists
- Interview with the jury: 10 selected leaders
Benefits
This year, 10 leaders will benefit from a tailor-made training program focusing on women’s leadership and the skills of tomorrow. They will be supported by renowned mentors and will have the opportunity to experience an immersive business trip in a world economic capital city. This trip will allow them to access a high-level professional network, receive training, meet sector experts, and gain visibility at international events.
Program Details
The WIA Young Leaders program offers participants the opportunity to:
- Connect with high-level personalities and mentors such as CEOs, ministers, journalists, business or public figures, and serial entrepreneurs
- Receive training on boards, media training, career coaching, and other customized training
- Benefit from international media visibility.
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Source: OpportunitiesforAfrica