The Landmark Development Initiative (LDI) Africa Emerging Institutions
Fellowship Program (EIFP) provides hands-on service opportunities for
global young business and development leaders at Africa’s leading profit
and nonprofit firms. The program is designed to match financial capital
invested in emerging African businesses with the human capital needed
to take these institutions to scale.
Fellows come to the EIFP with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
However, all fellows are required to have an undergraduate degree, a
commitment to excellence, and be fluent in English. Host organizations
may also designate other specific skill requirements for their Fellows.
Other requirements include:
- Two to ten years of professional experience
- Early to mid-level professional with interest in/familiarity with emerging markets
- Professional background in business, management consulting,
strategy, finance, and social enterprise and international development.
Benefits
LDI Africa through its EIFP recruits organizations that are doing
excellent work particularly in the financial and investment industries
across Africa. Partners range from mid-level to large global
institutions; with capital investment of $200,000 and above.
While working with their organization, Fellows enjoy the following benefits and more;
- Paid positions, housing and travel
- Potential consulting, employment and seed capital investment after fellowship
- Access to the global LDI Africa network
- Experience the growth of Africa’s most innovative businesses
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Direct exposure to emerging markets
Timeline:
- October 7, 2015: Applications open
- November 30, 2015: Applications close
- December 1, 2015 – December 5, 2015: LDI Africa conducts preliminary applicant interviews
- January 11, 2016 – January 22, 2016: Host organizations are sent shortlisted applicants
- January 26, 2016 – February 1, 2016: Host organizations interview shortlisted applicants
- February 12, 2016: Host organizations return signed contracts of selected Fellows
- February 13 – February 25, 2016 : Fellows secure travel, insurance, and visas
- February 23, 2016 – February 24, 2016 : Host organizations orientation
- February 25, 2016 – February 26, 2016: Fellow orientation
- March 1, 2016: Fellows on the ground/begin their assignments
How to Apply
Interested candidates should Click Here to Apply
Click Here for more information on LDI Africa Emerging Institutions Fellowship Program (EIFP)
Deadline: November 30, 2015:
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