Emerging Leaders Programme 2026–2027: Leadership Development Opportunity for Mid-Level Executives Across Africa
The UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme 2026–2027 is a six-month intensive leadership development experience designed for mid-level executives across Africa. It combines predominantly online learning with selected face-to-face sessions to strengthen leadership capabilities.
Overview
The Emerging Leaders Programme 2026–2027 is organised by the UONGOZI Institute in collaboration with the HAUS Finnish Institute of Public Management. Delivered over a period of six months across six modules, the curriculum features a blended model consisting of 85% e-learning and 15% face-to-face sessions. The initiative focuses on building self-awareness, developing resilience, embracing a growth mindset, and mobilising others to create meaningful change.
Benefits
- Participation in a structured, internationally supported leadership development programme.
- Flexibility of an 85% e-learning delivery structure alongside direct face-to-face interaction.
- Exposure to leadership development experts from around the world.
- Option to pay the TZS 2.6 million tuition fee in two instalments (50% before registration in November and 50% before Module 4 in February).
- Access to a limited number of merit-based scholarships for eligible applicants.
Eligibility
- Professional Experience: At least five years of total work experience.
- Leadership Experience: Minimum of one year of supervisory, managerial, or leadership experience.
- Academic Qualification: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Language Proficiency: Good command of written and spoken English.
- Technical Skills: Excellent computer skills to manage the online learning environment.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their information and required documents through the online application system before the deadline. The required supporting application documents include:
- Curriculum Vitae: A maximum of three pages detailing professional and leadership experience (accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX).
- Employer Letter: A recommendation, commitment, and permission letter from the employer (accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, JPEG, PNG).
- Motivational Statement: A 450–500 word statement detailing leadership successes, leadership challenges, and reasons for applying.
Deadline
Applications must be received by Friday, 23 October 2026 at 23:00 hours (EAT). Late submissions will not be considered.