Applications Open for 2020 Machel-Mandela Fellowship Programme – Africa

Deadline: 31 December 2019

The Brenthurst Foundation is seeking applications from young graduates for the Machel-Mandela Fellowship Programme, named in honour of former South African President Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel.

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The Machel-Mandela Fellowship programme aims to be the most prestigious of its kind in Africa. It helps sharpen the Brenthurst Foundation’s focus on Africa’s burgeoning youth population and helps nurture Africa’s future leaders.

The fellow may be from South Africa or farther afield. They will be based at the Brenthurst Foundation’s headquarters in Parktown, Johannesburg.

Fellows will work directly with and assist the Foundation’s staff on a range of projects and activities, some of which will require foreign travel.

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An all-inclusive stipend per month and accommodation (subject to Foundation policy) will be provided. Other work–related expenses may also be covered subject to agreement with the Foundation.

Eligibility Criteria

Under 30 years of age
A Masters level degree
Excellent spoken and written English. African and other languages an asset
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiastic and reliable, a self-starter who requires minimal oversight and management
Able to balance deadlines and attention to detail
Fluency in all basic IT skills
Copy-editing and proof-reading skills an asset
A passion for Africa and a keen interest in new thinking and strategies to strengthen Africa’s economic performance.
Broad knowledge of African politics and economics
Familiarity with the work of the Brenthurst Foundation
For more information, visit http://thebrenthurstfoundation.org/article/applications-for-the-2020-machel-mandela-fellowship-programme-are-open/