The IDIA Academy Managing Innovation for Impact Adaptive Leadership Programme 2026 is open for applications. This multi-day course in Ghana is designed for development innovation leaders who want practical tools, adaptive leadership frameworks, and stronger professional networks.
The programme is hosted by the International Development Innovation Alliance (IDIA). It brings together people working across development, philanthropy, investment, and civil society. In addition, it particularly encourages applicants who manage innovation portfolios, scaling programmes, and innovation policy.
Application Deadline: 5-28 August, 2026
Eligible Countries: Global
Program Duration: 7-10 December, 2026
Program Location: Ghana
Award Provider: International Development Innovation Alliance (IDIA)
Funding/Benefits: USD $2495 (A limited number of fully-subsidized IDIA scholarships are available for individuals from the Global South)
About the Course
This adaptive leadership programme focuses on managing innovation for impact in sustainable development. Participants will learn tools, frameworks, and approaches that can support innovation management and scaling in real-world settings.
The course also aims to strengthen leadership capacity. According to the validated information, this includes innovation principles, systems-thinking, and storytelling. As a result, participants can build confidence to lead innovation efforts more effectively.
Who Should Apply
This programme is open to anyone driven to advance innovation for sustainable development. However, IDIA especially encourages applications from people in roles that shape innovation systems and investment decisions.
- Members of multilateral agencies
- Professionals in philanthropy
- Representatives of investment funds
- Civil society actors
- Individuals who manage innovation portfolios and/or scaling programmes
- Individuals who influence country innovation ecosystem strategies
- Individuals who shape institutional innovation policy
- Individuals who invest in innovations addressing global development challenges
Course Structure Multi-day adaptive leadership training with practical tools, frameworks, and cohort networking for development innovation leaders.
Participants may also benefit from:
- Enhanced leadership capacity
- Increased confidence and efficacy to apply tools in real-world contexts
- Access to a diverse, global lifelong professional network
- Limited fully-subsidized IDIA scholarships for individuals from the Global South
- 24 places available
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the application using the programme application form. Before applying, review the official programme page for full guidance, selection details, and scholarship information.
👉 Visit the program page for details
