Deadline: January 20, 2026
The AWF-Wall Leadership & Management Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious leadership development programme designed for young African professionals working in conservation and environmental sectors. The fellowship focuses on strengthening leadership, management, and organisational capacity to support impactful conservation work across Africa.
The AWF-Wall Leadership & Management Fellowship 2026 provides participants with advanced leadership training, exposure, and professional growth opportunities tailored to the realities of conservation practice on the continent.
About the AWF-Wall Leadership & Management Fellowship 2026
The fellowship is a leadership and management development initiative aimed at building transformational leaders who can effectively manage organisations, projects, and teams within the conservation and environmental space.
It supports individuals who are passionate about protecting Africa’s natural resources and ecosystems, while equipping them with practical leadership and management skills applicable across multiple professional roles.
Fellowship Objectives
The programme is designed to:
- Build strong leadership and management competencies
- Strengthen organisational effectiveness in conservation initiatives
- Support career growth for emerging African leaders
- Encourage cross-sector collaboration and networking
- Enhance long-term impact in conservation and environmental work across Africa
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be a citizen of an African country
- Be living and working in Africa
- Be between 20 and 35 years old
- Hold at least a diploma in any field
- Be working, volunteering, or leading in the conservation or environmental sector
Eligible professional backgrounds include, but are not limited to:
- Project management
- Research
- Communications
- Human resources
- Law and policy
- Community engagement
- Fundraising and resource mobilisation
- Wildlife management
- Science and research
- Finance and administration
Applicants do not need to be conservation scientists, but must demonstrate a clear interest and commitment to conservation work.
Language Requirements
- Applications must be submitted in English
- Francophone and Lusophone applicants are welcome, provided they have basic English writing and speaking skills
Programme Structure and Location
The fellowship combines virtual learning with an in-person component in Nairobi, Kenya. Participants benefit from structured leadership training, peer learning, mentoring, and professional networking.
Travel and accommodation support are typically provided as part of the fellowship experience.
Application Deadline
- Application Deadline: 20 January 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply early to ensure sufficient time to complete all application requirements.
Why Apply for the AWF-Wall Leadership & Management Fellowship 2026?
This fellowship offers:
- Practical leadership and management training
- Exposure to experienced conservation professionals
- Opportunities to expand professional networks across Africa
- Skills development that supports long-term career growth
- A platform to increase impact within conservation and environmental organisations
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