Master The Art Of Effective Execution In Africa's Public Sector
The ALU Public Sector Fellowship gives Africa’s public sector leaders the support, knowledge, skills and networks they need to become top-notch executors.
Accelerate Your Path To Getting Things Done
- Are you a public sector leader driving a significant implementation project for your government?
- Do you have the will to test new, innovative approaches while learning from and with a community of peer leaders?
- Are you results-driven?
The 12-month Fellowship Offers:
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Access to workshops on the skills needed to execute effectively in the public sector.
- Mentorship from experts and leaders with a track record of execution in the public sector.
- Regular leadership coaching from seasoned executive coaches to help increase their personal effectiveness.
- A community of peer leaders working on big implementation projects in different African governments.
- Dedicated support to track and accelerate progress on your implementation project(s).
The fellowship is fully-funded for admitted participants. ALU will cover the full cost for each participant.
Rising To Africa's Public Sector Challenge
Execution
Public leaders have great ideas about how to solve the myriad social issues that impact their citizens’ livelihoods. It is time to focus on execution.
Innovation
Many well-intentioned policies are often based on ‘existing practices’. Africa’s leaders need to move outside the prescribed box, and re-imagine novel solutions the continent needs to accelerate growth.
Speed
African governments must execute at a faster speed to confront the looming crises on the horizon.
Leverage technology and product management practices in the design, development and delivery of government projects and services.
Grow as leaders of themselves, their teams and the cultures and systems within which they operate and must execute.
Use data to guide decisions across all phases of implementation.
Make Tangible Progress on Project Execution
- Learning by doing
- Focus on practical leadership and execution skills
- Working with experienced public sector leaders in similar fields
Explore The Fellowship Elements
Skills Workshops
Targeted skills training in leadership, product management, communication and data-driven decision-making.
Progress Retreats
In-person and virtual sessions focused on experience sharing and tracking implementation progress.
Mentorship
Interactions with a curated group of experienced, global public and private sector professionals.
Coaching
Coaching conversations with experienced executive/leadership coaches.
Peer Group Meetings
Interactions with peers in the fellowship to share best practice and build community.
Results Showcase
Final presentation to peers, programme staff, ministry/agency stakeholders and external guests.
Who Is The Fellowship For?
- Be in the capacity of a Director, Executive Director, Head of Department, Commissioner or equivalent positions.
- Be leading the implementation of a project that has immediate social impact.
- Have a recommendation from the head of their ministry or agency (or be nominated by the government to participate).
- Be from any African country. *We have expanded focus countries to interested applicants from all African countries.
What you need to apply
Curriculum
Vitae
An overview of your professional and academic experience.
Implementation Project
Describe a specific real-life project you will be working on during the fellowship.
Recommendation Letter
A supervisor should provide information about your performance and track record.
Key Dates In Application Process
Application Open Date:
8 October 2021
Application Deadline:
10 May 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay to be part of the fellowship?
No. The fellowship is fully-sponsored by ALU. It is at $0 cost to admitted applicants.
Will the fellowship be in-person or remote?
The ALU Public Sector Fellowship includes a blend of virtual and in-person experiences. Fellows convene in-person every quarter.
What is the value of the fellowship?
The fellowship is valued at $15,000, but the cost is fully covered by ALU.
What is the selection criteria?
We select candidates into the fellowship programme based on the following criteria: a. Project feasibility b. Purpose c. Impact d. Values e. Ability and Learning.
Where will the in-person sessions take place?
The venue for in-person sessions will be in Rwanda. Accommodation and transportation will be catered for.
