Application Deadline: 30 January 2026
LOCATION: Ethiopia
The Fellowship supports aspirational public health leaders in Africa to acquire advanced skills to strategize, manage, and lead public health programmes that will transform public health on the continent. Fellows admitted will lead and contribute to the implementation of Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty Agenda and the new public health order for Africa and help shape the next generation of leaders.
ELIGIBILITY:
Senior public health professionals from AU Member States with backgrounds in One Health, human medicine, sexual & reproductive health, public mental health, animal health, finance, health policy, epidemiology, and related fields.
Citizen of an African Union Member State.
Postgraduate degree in a public health-related field.
10+ years professional experience after Master’s degree.
Full-time employment in a public or private health institution.
Demonstrated or potential leadership capacity.
Applications must be submitted online and include:
Employer support letter confirming full participation.
Two recommendation letters.
Personal statement (max 400 words) demonstrating public health commitment and vision.
Leadership challenge project proposal (max 400 words).
BENEFIT:
Full access to digital and residential learning resources.
Travel, insurance, and daily allowances during residential placements.
Software support for online learning.
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