VOLUNTEERING : Applications are open for the2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship Reader Application

Applications are open for professionals and academics interested in serving as application readers for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, a programme that supports emerging African leaders through professional development, leadership training and networking opportunities.

The opportunity is open to individuals with expertise in Business and Trade, Emerging Technologies, Governance and Security, as well as professionals with experience working in Africa. Selected readers will contribute to the fellowship selection process by assessing applications from prospective candidates.

About the Opportunity

Application readers will review and evaluate submissions using established assessment guidelines and a scoring rubric. The review process will be conducted through an online system, allowing selected readers to assess applications remotely.

Readers will be expected to evaluate applications fairly and consistently, following the programme’s assessment criteria. Those selected will receive further information about the review schedule, responsibilities and expectations before the assessment period begins.

Important: This is an application to become a reader, not an application to participate in the Mandela Washington Fellowship. Individuals applying for the 2027 Fellowship are not eligible to serve as application readers.

Interested professionals and academics should complete the official 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship Reader Application Form to be considered for the role.

Applicants should ensure they have reliable access to a computer and internet connection before submitting their interest.

The application deadline was not specified in the announcement. .