AWARD Women in Agriculture Leadership Program 2026-2027 – 12 octobre 2026

Contexte

The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) has opened applications for the Second Cohort of the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program, an initiative under the Africa–Australia Partnership for Climate Responsive Agriculture (AAPCRA). The fellowship is designed to strengthen the leadership, confidence and technical capacity of African women scientists working in climate-resilient agriculture. The programme aims to increase the number of women leading agricultural research while supporting gender-responsive innovations that address the needs of women and men smallholder farmers across Africa. About the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program: The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program is a flagship leadership and career development initiative that equips African women researchers with the skills, mentorship and networks needed to become influential leaders in agricultural and climate research. The programme combines leadership development, mentoring partnerships and technical excellence to strengthen participants’ ability to lead climate-responsive agricultural research and innovation. It also includes an institutional strengthening component that supports national agricultural research systems in integrating gender-responsive policies and practices. Through two fellowship cohorts, the programme will directly benefit 300 participants, including 100 Fellows, 100 Mentors and 100 Mentees.

Missions et responsabilités

Participants will engage in a comprehensive leadership and research development path operating through two complementary tracks:

• Participate in a comprehensive leadership programme combining professional development with practical mentoring and networking opportunities
• Engage in the Career Development Fellowship Track focusing on strengthening individual leadership, mentoring and professional growth
• Engage in the Institutional Strengthening Track working with selected research institutions to improve gender integration within organizational policies, practices and systems
• Lead climate-responsive agricultural research and innovation to address the needs of smallholder farmers
• Contribute to sustainable and climate-resilient food systems across Africa

Profil recherché

The fellowship is intended for African women agricultural and climate researchers committed to advancing climate-resilient agriculture.

• Eligible applicants from six African countries: Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone
• Researchers affiliated with National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS), ministries of agriculture, universities and academic institutions, or agricultural and climate research organizations
• Strong potential for leadership
• Commitment to gender-responsive agricultural innovation
• Interest in contributing to sustainable and climate-resilient food systems

Conditions et avantages

Selected fellows will benefit from:

• Leadership development training
• One-on-one mentoring partnerships
• Technical capacity strengthening in climate-resilient agriculture
• Professional networking with African researchers and institutions
• Opportunities to enhance influence within agricultural research and policy
• Access to a regional community of women leaders in agriculture

Dossier de candidature

Applicants should prepare their submission by reviewing the required materials:

• Online application form completed through the official AWARD fellowship portal
• Programme brochure review (recommended)
• Eligibility requirements and application guidance review

Comment postuler

Interested applicants should complete the online application through the official AWARD fellowship portal during the open call period. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the programme brochure, eligibility requirements and application guidance before submitting their application. Visit the official website to apply.