Princeton University is currently accepting applications for yearlong fellowship opportunities with a variety of organizations working across the African continent.
Application Deadline: 30th October, 2019 at 11:59 PM EDT
To Be Taken At (Country):Â African countries
About the Award: We are currently accepting applications for yearlong fellowship opportunities with a variety of organizations working across the African continent. PiAf Fellows work in many positions in various sectors and roles, including income generation and social entrepreneurship, humanitarian aid, education, post-conflict reconstruction, public health, agriculture, and environment and conservation. Since its launch in 1999, PiAf has placed nearly 500 Fellows in 35 countries across the continent.
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We develop young leaders committed to Africa’s advancement by offering yearlong fellowship opportunities with a variety of organizations that work across the African continent.
Type:Â Fellowship
Eligibility:Â Graduating seniors and young professionals from any accredited U.S. college or university are eligible to apply. Please note that prior Africa experience is NOT a requirement.
Number of Awards:Â Not specified
Value of Award: Princeton in Africa/fellowship organizations cover:
- On the ground expenses, including housing and living stipend.
- Visas/work permits.
- Medical, medical evacuation, and security evacuation insurance.
- Pre-departure orientation for all Fellows. Housing and meals are provided.
- Mid-year Retreat in Africa. Housing and meals are provided. PiAf also provides a partial travel allowance to assist with travel to/from the Retreat.
Duration of Programme: Fellowships are 12 months long with Fellows beginning their work between June 11, 2019 (anytime after the Fellows’ orientation from June 5th – 10th, 2019) and September 2nd, 2019, and will complete their fellowships between June and September 2020, twelve months after their start date.
How to Apply:Â Click here to apply!
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Award Providers:Â Princeton University
Important Notes: Princeton in Africa is committed to ensuring that all applicants are able to participate in the fellowship program regardless of financial need.  Once placed with a fellowship organization, PiAf has a financial aid application for Fellows with demonstrated need. PiAf will work with applicants to ensure that financial considerations do not prevent any applicant selected for a fellowship from participating.
