Public Service Fellowship Program Application Open!

Public Service Fellowship Program Application Open! Sierra Leone , Freetown April 29, 2026 Internship Tender Application ends: May 19, 2026 Apply Now Apply for this job Email

You accept our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Job Description Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone Public Service Fellowship Program Application Open! Applications are invited from suitably qualified university graduates of Sierra Leonean nationality  aged 18-35 years for a one-year entry-level training and mentorship program under the Public  Service Fellowship Program, jointly implemented by the Government of Sierra Leone and  Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. “Women, persons living with disabilities and Mastercard Foundation Scholars are encouraged  to apply” About Emerging Public Leaders. Founded in 2016, EPL creates opportunities for young Africans to access meaningful and  impactful public service careers through training and leadership development programs, targeted  at the youth with the drive and potential to effect positive change in Africa’s governance. EPL  works in partnership with government and local organizations to identify young university  graduates and public service professionals committed to practicing and promoting good  governance throughout Africa. With support through their career journeys, this diverse network  of leaders influences and strengthens their country’s institutions for delivering democracy with  excellence, care, innovation and integrity. About the Public Service Fellowship Program The Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) Public Service Fellowship Program attracts bright and  motivated university graduates and young public service professionals in Africa, offering them the  tools and support to develop into transformational public sector leaders across the continent. The Government of Sierra Leone and EPL in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, opened  enrollment for the 2026 Fellowship program to recruit, train, and support the next generation of  ethical and innovative young leaders in the Sierra Leonean Public Service. Following the selection  of the cohort, the shortlisted candidates will be trained in a rigorous public service curriculum developed jointly by the Government of Sierra Leone and EPL to impart entry-level public servants  with the necessary technical and soft skills to enhance public service delivery. Application Requirements. Interested applicants should meet the following minimum application requirements: Must be a Sierra Leonean national with valid national ID and Police Clearance Certificate

Must be university graduate with a bachelor’s degree certificate Must be aged 18-35 years at the time of application Must have basic computer skills Must have strong written and verbal English skills Must demonstrate commitment to public sector and leadership and potential’ track  record of community involvement and a passion to serve Sierra Leone and ability to  innovate and provide solutions in professional working environment. Must be committed to serving in the public service for a tenure of 1 year upon signing of  Terms of Reference (ToR) with EPL-SL. Application Instruction To be considered to join our cohort 3 of Public Service Fellows in Sierra Leone, please complete  and submit the application form in the link below by May 19 th , 2026, at 12:00 pm GMT. If you are having any issues completing the application or need any further assistance, please

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