The Future Africa platform at the University of Pretoria, with support from the Carnegie Corporation of New York, invites applications for the Early Career Research Leadership Fellowships (FAR-LeaF II). This two-year fellowship is designed to equip emerging African researchers with transformative leadership skills and innovative methodologies to tackle the continent’s sustainability challenges.
Future Africa Research Leadership Fellowship Overview
FAR-LeaF II focuses on:
- Research Excellence: Promoting cutting-edge research through transdisciplinary approaches, systems thinking, and futures literacy.
- Science Leadership: Building a network of leaders dedicated to impactful, sustainability-driven science.
- Sustainability Goals: Addressing governance, policy innovation, and stakeholder dynamics for resilient solutions.
Future Africa Research Leadership Fellowship Programme
Fellows will delve into critical topics within sustainability politics, such as:
- Governance, public participation, and innovative policymaking.
- Bridging science, policy, and practice.
- Managing tensions among stakeholders (governments, NGOs, local communities).
Fellowship Benefits
Participants will gain:
- Funding: $13,500 annually for two years to cover research, travel, and related expenses.
- Leadership Development: Advanced training in interdisciplinary research methods.
- Collaboration Opportunities: Networks with academia, industry, and civil society stakeholders.
- Technology Skills: Training in digital research tools and methodologies.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet these requirements:
- PhD awarded within the past decade.
- Employed at an African higher education or research institution.
- Proven research excellence and societal impact focus.
- Commitment to leadership development and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Age limit: 45 years for men, 50 years for women.
Application Requirements
- A research proposal (template available in the application portal).
- Two academic reference letters (one from the current supervisor).
- Confirmation from the home institution to support joint proposal development.
Timeline
- November 6, 2024: Applications open.
- November 11–30, 2024: Application portal active.
- January 27, 2025: Selection of candidates.
- February 24, 2025: Announcement of successful fellows.
- May 2025: First annual in-person workshop.
Application Process
Submit your application between November 11–30, 2024 via callforapplications.co.za.
Learn More
- Visit Future Africa’s website: www.futureafrica.science
- Explore research examples: www.scienceblog.africa/blog
- Contact: Professor Stephanie Burton at farleaf@futureafrica.science
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