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CALL TO APPLY FOR THE WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FELLOWSHIP FOR THE AFRICA-AUSTRALIA PARTNERSHIP FOR CLIMATE-RESPONSIVE AGRICULTURE

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Application Deadline: April 26, 2026, at 23:59 East Africa Time (GMT+3).

LOCATION: Kenya

 A new Fellowship for African women scientists focusing on agriculture and climate resilience is now open for applications. 

The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship is a career development initiative that seeks to strengthen the capability, confidence, and influence of African women scientists to lead and participate in climate-resilient agricultural research. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must: 

Be African women scientists with a minimum of seven years of experience in agriculture, agrifood systems, gender, and climate, including design, development, dissemination, implementation, and advocacy at national, regional, and international levels. 

Have at least a master’s degree in a relevant discipline, which could include agriculture, agricultural economics, agricultural extension, natural resources, food science and nutrition, climate science, among others. 

Be nationals of target countries and residing in Africa. 

Clearly demonstrate their motivation and aspirations to influence gender-responsive, climate-resilient, and transformative research within their organizations and across agrifood systems. 

Be proficient in English or French.

Applications are strictly via the online portal and must be submitted here for English-speaking candidates and here for French-speaking candidates.

If you are a person living with a disability and you require reasonable adjustments to remove barriers to participation in the application process, please email T.Wangaya@cifor-icraf.org .

Note there is no application fee and no registration fee—the application process is free of charge.

For more information, please download and read:

Fellowship Brochure 

Interested candidates are invited to apply by April 26, 2026, at 23:59 East Africa Time (GMT+3). Applications will NOT be accepted after this date. 

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BENEFIT:

Full scholarship covering fellowship participation expenses.

Leadership and negotiation training.

Mentoring partnerships (both mentor and mentee roles).

Training on gender integration in climate adaptation.

Science, Communication, and Publishing courses.

Networking with agricultural and climate research experts.

Collaboration with AWARD alumni and partner networks.

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2026 AGRICULTURAL TRAINING PROGRAMME – LEVENTIS FOUNDATION NIGERIA

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Application Deadline:  Saturday, 21 February, 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

The Leventis Foundation Nigeria is a charitable organisation dedicated to empowering youths and farmers through training in modern, sustainable agricultural practices and the responsible use of natural resources. The schools provide comprehensive one-year training programs designed for young men and women passionate about building rewarding careers in farming and agribusiness. Participants gain hands-on experience across diverse areas of agriculture, agricultural value chains, and farm enterprises.

ELIGIBILITY:

The program is open to both male and female candidates who are eager to develop sustainable careers in agriculture and agribusiness.

Applicants should fulfill the following conditions, among others:

Be physically fit.

Ability to read and write in English (evidence of a minimum of junior secondary school may be required).

Aged between 18 and 40 years old.

Pass both the written and oral tests before final selection.

Should demonstrate a perceivable interest in agriculture.

Proof of a farming background is an advantage.

Please bring the following documents on the day of the examination:

A handwritten cover letter.

A letter of attestation, signed by either the Chairman or Secretary of your Local Government of Origin or a Justice of the Peace (JP).

Attach the following documents:

Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs.

Three (3) reference letters.

Photocopies of your academic qualifications or any other relevant documents.

Note: Applicants can also submit a physical application if they are located near the school locations.

Application Deadline: Saturday, 21 February, 2026

Screening/Examination comes up on Saturday, 28 February, 2026

For further inquiries, please contact:

Mrs Janet Egbe-Owoicho, Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd./Gte

Email: leventisfoundation@gmail.com, Telephone: 0708 552 4233

For more information, visit the official website: www.leventisfoundation.org.ng

BENEFIT:

Comprehensive Agricultural Training: A one-year immersive program covering various agricultural fields and agribusiness.

Free of Cost: Tuition, boarding, and feeding are provided entirely free of charge for successful candidates.

Empowering Future Farmers: The objective is to nurture generations of skilled, practical farmers who will catalyze agricultural transformation in their communities and contribute to advancing the food system.

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