Host: UNDP & African Union Commission (AUC)
Duration: 12 months (non-extendable)
Deadline: June 1, 2025
Status: Fully Funded
Eligible Applicants: Young women from African countries
The UNDP African Young Women Leaders Fellowship Program 2025 aims to empower young African women through hands-on experience in UNDP offices worldwide (excluding hardship duty stations). The fellowship focuses on themes such as climate change, peace and security, economic transformation, and more—within the framework of Agenda 2063 and the SDGs.
Key Benefits:
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Accommodation and travel costs covered
- Health insurance provided
- Professional development support (learning budget and paid leave)
- No IELTS required
- Fellows must relocate to their assigned duty station; remote work not allowed
- Up to 40 fellows will be selected for this fourth cohort
Fellowship Activities Include:
- Conducting research and analysis on development agendas
- Supporting UNDP programs in gender, youth, climate change, resilience, and security
- Attending meetings and workshops
- Preparing reports and presentations
- Participating in field operations
- Engaging with stakeholders and government partners
Apply now via the official UNDP Fellowship Portal.
For further information or application please see the program’s website.
