Application Deadline: January 17, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Forum. The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, Uganda office, invites politically interested and active young people to apply for the 2025 in-take of the Young Leaders Forum (YLF). The YLF is an initiative of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) whose aim is to contribute to the development of the political, social, economic knowledge and skills of young women and men and to motivate them to advocate for social justice and good governance in Uganda.
The programme comprises of eight mostly policy- or issue-based modules, each lasting two days which will take place between May and October 2025. The training sessions consisting of lectures, workshops and participatory interactions will be conducted by external experts. The training is fully funded by FES.
Requirements
- Ugandan citizenship or proof of residency for non-citizens.
- Aged between 18 and 30 years.
- Have a minimum of “A” level education.
- Have proven commitment to public affairs, community involvement or advocacy.
Application Procedure:
Each application must be accompanied by:
- An updated and complete CV with three referees.
- Copies of “A” level certificate and any other academic transcripts if applicable.
- A letter of motivation for participation and future plans relating to the programme (you should clearly state your expectations towards the programme and how you would use your acquired knowledge & skills to make an impact in society).
Application Process
- Dealine for application is Friday, 17th January 2025
- Only complete applications will be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews which will tentatively take place in April 2025
Application Procedure:
- Online applications should be sent to Fes.uganda@fes.de and Tomson.Mwijukye@fes.de (attached as one PDF document)
- Applications in envelopes marked “FES – YLF intake XII” should be sent to:
Plot 58, John Babiiha Avenue, Kololo
P.O Box 3860, Kampala, Uganda
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Young Leaders Forum
