{"id":10632,"date":"2019-11-07T13:03:26","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T13:03:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/?p=10632"},"modified":"2019-11-07T13:03:26","modified_gmt":"2019-11-07T13:03:26","slug":"africa-science-leadership-programme-aslp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/africa-science-leadership-programme-aslp\/","title":{"rendered":"Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) 2020 &#124; How To Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) application form 2020 | How to apply online.<\/strong><br \/>\nBelow, are the details of Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) application form, requirements, eligibility,\u00a0 qualifications needed, application guidelines, application deadline, how to apply, closing date, and other opportunities links for South Africans is published here on <strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\">Southafricaportal.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong> as well as on the official website\/application portal.<\/p>\n<h2>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) 2020 for early- to mid-career researchers (Fully-funded to South Africa<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) application details<\/strong> have been published here. All Eligible and Interested applicants may apply online for this opportunity before the application deadline-closing date.<br \/>\n<em><strong>NOTE:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t forget that\u00a0<b>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)<\/b> application is totally free of charge<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t send anyone money for this opportunity.<\/li>\n<li>Beware of Fraudsters!!!!<\/li>\n<li>Subscribe to our notification list with your email to receive the Latest Opportunities Update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Details of Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Applications for the\u00a0Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) 2020\u00a0are now open. The ASLP is an initiative of the University of Pretoria in partnership with the Global Young Academy, funded by the Robert Bosch Stiftung. It serves early- to mid-career researchers in basic and applied science, engineering, social sciences, arts and the humanities.<br \/>\nThe programme aims to grow mid-career African academics in the areas of thought leadership, team development, engagement and collaboration, with the intention of enabling them to solve the complex issues that face both Africa and the global community.<br \/>\nThe leadership programme:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identifies early- to mid-career academics who have demonstrated leadership potential and an interest in developing key leadership skills<\/li>\n<li>Supports them to apply the acquired skills to projects that are relevant to the academic development on the continent and its impact on society<\/li>\n<li>Creates a network of academic leaders on the continent, spanning not only across countries, but also across disciplinary boundaries<\/li>\n<li>Advances a curriculum for academic leadership development, which can be utilised in institutions in Africa and beyond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Programme Structure<\/strong><br \/>\nThe programme will use a highly interactive approach to training, application of skills to a leadership project, peer support, and mentorship. Fellows will attend an initial 5 day, intensive on-site programme in Pretoria, South Africa from March 20-25, 2020 (departing on the 26th). The process will involve an approach that cycles between theory, application and reflection. Participants will be challenged to work collaboratively to design initiatives that advance a new paradigm for African science.<br \/>\nThe training will cover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Core elements of collective leadership<\/li>\n<li>Creative and systems thinking<\/li>\n<li>Development of effective networks<\/li>\n<li>Stakeholder engagement for change<\/li>\n<li>Maximising the efficiency and impact of collaborative efforts<\/li>\n<li>Advanced dialogue and communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Effective problem solving and decision making<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Following the first training week, fellows will apply their skills to a project relevant to their context and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As described above, projects will aim to contribute to a new paradigm for Africa science. During the year, participants will continue to engage with the group and have access to professional support. The costs incurred during the workshop (training, relevant travel, meals and accommodation) will be covered by the programme. In March 2021, fellows will complete their projects and present them at the second in-person training, which will consist of 3 days.<br \/>\n<strong>Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The costs incurred during the workshop (training, relevant travel, meals and accommodation) will be covered by the programme. In March 2021, fellows will complete their projects and present them at the second in-person training, which will consist of 3 days.<\/li>\n<li>There will be some costs, which are not covered by the programme, such as visas, vaccinations or local transport expenses, for which you may need to seek support from your local institution or fund personally. You will also be required to provide the organisers with your personal travel insurance details as a condition of participation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Applicant must possess a PhD degree or equivalent qualification;<\/li>\n<li>A faculty or a continuing research position at a research institution;<\/li>\n<li>Active in research and teaching at an African institution of higher education or research;<\/li>\n<li>A sustained record of outstanding scientific outputs;<\/li>\n<li>Interest in translating and communicating the results of their work for impact in society;<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated leadership ability in research and beyond;<\/li>\n<li>Interest in the role of research in addressing complex issues affecting society;<\/li>\n<li>Interest in collaborations across disciplines and sectors (e.g. industry, government, etc.);<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to participate in all the activities of the fellowship; and<\/li>\n<li>Intent to share what is learned in the programme with their broader networks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Selection Criteria<\/strong><br \/>\nTo be selected, applicants need to display a compelling vision of their future involvement in the development of research projects, programmes, human capacity, specific policies or societal structures. The selection process will consider individual qualities but also focus on ensuring a diversity of culture, subject background (Natural and Social Sciences, Humanities) and gender among the fellows. Where possible the programme will also attempt to create small \u2018cores\u2019 of leadership; multiple strong applicants from the same centre or country will thus be considered.<br \/>\n<strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All applicants have to provide two support letters by academic referees (details are provided in the application form). One of the two referees has to commit to be involved in future communications and mentorship in case of selection of the applicant into the programme. This referee will be informed about the progress of the fellow and should be willing to support the fellow if he or she requires it.<\/li>\n<li>All applications will be reviewed and shortlisted by representatives of the University of Pretoria, the Global Young Academy, national young academies, and ASLP Management. The ASLP Management team will make the final selection of candidates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.futureafrica.science\/index.php\/application\/aslp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to submit application<\/a><br \/>\nFor more information, visit\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.futureafrica.science\/index.php\/application\/aslp\/info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ASLP<\/a>.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Deadline: December 20, 2019<\/strong><br \/>\nHowever, if you have any Feeling regarding the\u00a0<strong><b>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)<\/b><\/strong><strong>,\u00a0<\/strong>Please kindly DROP A COMMENT below and we will respond to it as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Please help others by sharing this post on any social media.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><div class=\"aa-end\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) application form 2020 | How &hellip; 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