Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa 2023 for Young African Leaders

Do you want to be a part of an international network of emerging leaders focused on responsible and sustainable business practices? Join the Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa.

Application Deadline: 13th February 2023

Eligible Countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia

To be taken at (country): Sweden and selected countries in Africa

About the Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa: Sweden is considered to be one of the leading countries in sustainable business practice. Swedish companies play a prominent role in finding new, innovative ways to integrate social, environmental and ethical concerns into their core business models. But the challenges are global and we have a common need for sustainable development.

The programme curriculum revolves around advanced business-related problem solving, seminars and meetings with front figures in the commercial, political and cultural fields, as well as on-site company visits. By providing the platform for knowledge sharing, experience exchange and quality networking, the programme aims to challenge traditional approaches, reinforce professional skills, deepen cross-cultural perspectives and unite the participants in a long-lasting and active global network.

The programme, spread over seven months, comprises three weeks of intensive training divided into an introductory kick-off at the Swedish Embassy in each country, a two week module in Sweden and a concluding five day module in Africa.

Type: Training

Eligibility for Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa: To apply to SIMP Africa you have to:

• aspire to make sustainability an integral part of your business strategy
• be in a leading position within trade, industry or the public sector
• have mandate to influence the business strategy for your organisation
• be between 25-45 years old (born 1978–1998).  
• have a good working knowledge of both written and spoken English
• be a citizen and resident of Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda or Zambia
• be can take part in all parts of the programme
• be willing to forward competences and knowledge you gain from the programme

Selection: The applications will be evaluated according to the following selection criteria:

• The relevance and quality of personal motivation and commitment, and the applicant’s answers in the application form.
• An assessment of the CV
• The general qualifications of the applicant

The Swedish Institute will make its decision taking into account the recommendations of the selection committee as well as the candidates’ general suitability for the programme. We are striving for as much diversity as possible in the group in order to maximise the exchange of experience between the participants, which means the distribution of candidates from each country will differ.

Out of all applicants, a number of shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews as a second step in the selection process. The interviews will be conducted by Business Sweden. The 25 selected applicants will be contacted by e-mail and offered a place in SIMP Africa 2023.

Number of Awards: 25

Value of Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa: 

• Training and content
• Conference facilities if the pandemic situation allows for physical meetings in the capital of each country included in SIMP Africa.

Duration of Program: 8 months

SIMP Africa 2023 takes place from April-December 2023 and is a hybrid programme with important parts online, where various digital tools and set-ups will give you a unique, varied and interactive learning experience. The digital parts of SIMP enable learning to take place over an extended period, allowing time for reflection as well as the opportunity for continuous work, both individually and together with other participants. Those that have completed required programme tasks, will be invited to a programme week in Sweden in October/November.

How to Apply for Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) Africa: Create your application online in the application portal.

A complete application consists of all the information in the Program Webpage (see Link below)

Visit Program Webpage for details