Application Deadline: July 15, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Uongozi Institute Women’s Leadership Programme. The Women’s Leadership Programme allows senior and emerging female leaders to navigate the unique leadership challenges that deter female professionals in the workplace from occupying senior leadership positions.
The programme aims to enhance their ability to make strategic choices; lead people and resources; and excel in personal and leadership qualities.
‘Uongozi’ means leadership in Kiswahili, and inspiring and strengthening leadership is the core purpose of the organisation. Established in 2010 by the Government of Tanzania, UONGOZI Institute is dedicated to inspiring and equipping Tanzanian as well as African leaders to deliver inclusive and sustainable solutions for their nations and Africa.
Requirements
- African women in mid- and senior-level positions across all sectors
- At least five years of supervisory, managerial or leadership experience
- At least seven years of work experience
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Benefits
- Strengthens your strategic thinking skills
- Enhances personal, people and organisational leadership skills
- Improves your ability to translate ideas into tangible results
- Helps you become a great communicator who can inspire change
- Sharpens your change leadership skills
- Equips you with techniques to achieve work-life
- balance while occupying a leadership role
Scholarships
- This programme is funded by the governments of Tanzania and Finland, as well as the European Union. Participants receive fully-funded scholarships, covering programme fees, books, travel expenses, meals and refreshments during in-person sessions, and membership at UONGOZI Institute’s Resource Centre
How to Apply
- Curriculum Vitae (not exceeding three pages)
- Recommendation, commitment and permission letter from employer
- A motivational statement (between 450 – 500 words) explaining the candidate’s leadership success, challenges and reasons for applying for the programme
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Uongozi Institute Women’s Leadership Programme
