Mo Ibrahim Scholarship 2021/2022

This may include projects designed to understand public sector governance capabilities, political settlements, state-business relations, the governance of state-owned enterprises, the governance of development policy design and implementation, and so on.
Moreover, this applications must focus on the public sector/state/civil service, governance, and on development. 

Eligibility & Requirements

The Fellowship is foryoung professionals, mid-career or/and new executives.
The Fellow must:
1. Be a national of an African country, living anywhere in the world;
2. Not be an active, non-active, retired, or separated staff member of the Bank;
3. Not have close family relations with an active or non-active staff member, such as mother, father, sister and brother;
4. Government officials, active military personnel and political party leaders are not eligible;
5. Age limit is forty (40) years for men and women and forty-five (45) years for women with children;
6. Have outstanding academic credentials backed by a minimum of a Master’s Degree from a recognized institution in banking, business, economics or other social sciences, finance, international development, or in any other discipline relevant to the Bank’s business;
7. Have relevant and demonstrable work experience, strong communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work with others;
8. Have at least 7 (seven) years’ work experience relevant to the Bank’s activities;
9. Demonstrate proven leadership and consultative skills;
10. Have experience in strategic planning, project management and execution;
11. Have experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
12. Demonstrate a powerful ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data;
13. Excellent written and oral presentation skills;
14. Demonstrate the ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
15. Demonstrate the ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

Criteria for Mo Ibrahim Scholarship 2021/2022 Fellowship Programs

• Applicants must apply online by no later than 15 October 2021.
• Applications will only be considered if they are submitted online with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing date of birth, nationality, education, and relevant experience.
• Applicants must also attach copies of academic transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
• The selection process will include the Bank’s Human Resources Department carrying out an initial vetting of applications to develop a short list of ten (10) applicant files to be further reviewed by the Foundation. A short list of three (3) candidates will be presented to the President of the Bank (or his designate) for final selection.
• Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are considered for interview will be contacted.

How to Apply for Mo Ibrahim Scholarship 2021/2022 Fellowship Programs

Please provide the following documents:

• A copy of the unconditional offer received from the SOAS admissions office
• CV (please include your email address)
• 2 pages max statement outlining knowledge and interest in governance-related issues
• Your research proposal (as sent to the SOAS Admissions Office)
• One academic reference (to be sent directly by the referee to [email protected])

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Deadline

The deadline for submission of the application is 15th October 2021.