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WTO YOUNG TRADE LEADERS PROGRAMME

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Application Deadline: 5 July, 2024

LOCATION: Switzerland

The WTO is seeking applications for its Young Trade Leaders programme, an initiative aimed at fostering a better understanding of the WTO’s work and international trade among young people and creating a network of Young Trade Leaders around the world.

ELIGIBILITY:

People between the ages of 18 and 30 with a strong interest in international trade are encouraged to apply.

Candidates selected to be “Young Trade Leaders” will be exceptional young people who demonstrate a clear understanding of how trade can be of benefit to people and planet. They will bring new perspectives and ideas about the role of trade and the WTO while also having the opportunity to learn about the organization’s work and play a role in advancing its mission.

Young Trade Leaders will be selected for one year. For more details on the 2024 programme and information on how to apply, consult the information note.

The deadline for applications is 5 July 2024 (23.59 CET).

Short-listed candidates will be invited to take part in an interview in July.

BENEFIT:

Selected leaders will have the opportunity to take advantage of training courses organized by the WTO, to benefit from WTO Secretariat advice and mentoring, and to receive support when organizing WTO-related activities in their home countries.

They will not receive remuneration but they will be invited to travel to Geneva to actively participate in the 2024 WTO Public Forum in September. 

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MUJERES POR AFRICA SCIENCE BY WOMEN PROGRAMME FOR WOMEN, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION IN AFRICA

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Application Deadline:  September 30, 2024, at 23:59h (Madrid time)

LOCATION: Spain

The Science by Women program, initiated by the Women for Africa Foundation, aims to empower African women in scientific research and technology transfer to tackle crucial challenges across various sectors such as health, agriculture, food security, water, energy, and climate change. It offers post-doctoral fellowships in collaboration with renowned Spanish Centers of Excellence.

ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible applicants must meets the following requirements:

Being a woman and have the nationality and residence in an African country.

Holding a PhD in the sciences area of expertise.

Having a contractual relationship with a university or a public or private organization based in Africa dedicated to scientific research.

Excellent academic record and proven track of relevant research experience.

Solid working knowledge of English. Proof of English language level will be positively valued.

Beneficiaries of previous editions of this program are not eligible.

Science by Women fellowships are intended for African women scientists who have their habitual residence in a country within the African continent. If you have immigrated to Spain and currently reside here, you cannot apply for this program.

All beneficiaries of the Science by Women program are responsible for securing their own accommodation for the duration of the 6-month fellowship stay in their host city.

BENEFIT:

Successful candidates will have access to the following benefits:

Roundabout flights from their city of origin to their host city.

Monthly living allowance of 2600 euros gross per month, to which it is applied a 24% tax. This stipend is to cover accommodation*, personal expenses, and health and emergency insurance.

Coverage of visa fees and any administrative costs derived from the visa application process.

Possibility of financial aid to participate in seminars or congress during the period of the fellowship in Spain, after appropriate evaluation from the Science by Women program’s team.

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