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Summary: Join HerStart for a professional fellowship, advancing global gender equality, climate action and social innovation. Receive a benefits package to travel and collaborate with dynamic organizations and innovative women entrepreneurs in Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda.&nbsp;<ul><li>Length of Placement:&nbsp;3 months, full-time volunteer role</li><li>Start Dates: May or September 2026</li><li>Location:&nbsp;Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda</li><li>Application Deadline:&nbsp;February 2 (May cohort); June 8 (September cohort). Positions are offered on a rolling basis – apply early!</li></ul>About Youth Challenge International<a href="https://yci.org/" target="_blank">Youth Challenge International (YCI)</a> is accelerating youth innovation for good. Together with young leaders and innovators, we are creating a better future where people, planet, and profit can thrive. We are going all in on the bold ideas, skills, and ventures that will get us there. In over 30 countries, YCI has teamed up with young people and partner organizations to transform complex challenges into sustainable solutions; collectively, we learn fast, fail smart, and turn insights into action. We believe that a better world can – and will – be built by the next generation.About the HerStart ProgramYCI’s&nbsp;<a href="https://yci.org/herstart/the-program/" target="_blank">HerStart: Innovate the Future program</a>&nbsp;delivers dynamic entrepreneurship&nbsp;and leadership&nbsp;training,&nbsp;mentorship&nbsp;and&nbsp;seed funding&nbsp;for young women&nbsp;to build&nbsp;businesses&nbsp;with positive&nbsp;community&nbsp;impact&nbsp;in Ghana,&nbsp;Tanzania and Uganda.&nbsp;We co-design and co-implement&nbsp;HerStart with local partners&nbsp;in each country,&nbsp;who contribute their unique&nbsp;expertise and advance&nbsp;their&nbsp;own&nbsp;organizational learning.&nbsp;We&nbsp;also&nbsp;leverage the energy and skills of Canadian volunteers&nbsp;through the International Fellowship program,&nbsp;advancing&nbsp;the&nbsp;personal and professional development of young professionals and students.&nbsp;HerStart Fellows take on 3-month international placements, contributing to YCI’s mission while developing in-demand skills, networks and practical experience. Each International&nbsp;Fellow&nbsp;receives a holistic benefits package, which includes round-trip airfare, visas, health insurance, a monthly stipend and much more.&nbsp;3-month fellowship opportunities include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Program &amp; Partnerships Fellow</li><li>Communications &amp; Marketing Fellow</li><li>Research &amp; Learning Fellow</li><li>Social Entrepreneurship Fellow</li></ul>A focus on Gender Equality, Climate Action, Innovation or Human Rights may be integrated into the roles depending on project needs and your skills/interests.Eligibility RequirementsFull requirements and desired qualifications for HerStart Fellows are listed for each position on the&nbsp;<a href="https://yci.org/herstart/fellowships/" target="_blank">HerStart Opportunities&nbsp;page</a>. The key eligibility must-haves for all positions include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Canadian citizen or permanent resident</li><li>Fluent or professional level English skills (written and verbal)</li><li>Interest in the fields of international development, gender equality, climate action and/or social entrepreneurship</li><li>Enrolled in or graduated from a post-secondary institution (or equivalent work experience)</li><li>Access to a personal computer for duration of placement</li><li>Ability to commit to full length of placement on a full-time basis, including a week of pre-departure training online</li><li>Contribute to the HerStart Catalyst Fund by reaching the fundraising goal before departure with support from the YCI team</li><li>Note that individuals from all gender, academic and professional backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply</li></ul>Why become a HerStart Fellow?<ul><li>Gain professional global experience: Engage in a high-quality international volunteer program with YCI – an organization with 40+ years of experience. The Fellowship program includes comprehensive pre-departure training before you go, as well as ongoing health and safety and reintegration support.</li><li>Contribute to women’s economic empowerment: Connect&nbsp;and collaborate with young women, communities and partners, meaningfully contributing your time to expand the social entrepreneurship ecosystem in Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda.</li><li>Amplify your personal and professional growth: &nbsp;Participate in unique opportunities to boost your CV and build transferable skills,&nbsp;such as cross-cultural communication, project management, adaptability and more.&nbsp;</li><li>Access in-demand training and resources: Learn from our staff and partners who are subject matter experts in their fields, including gender equality, social innovation&nbsp;and&nbsp;climate action.</li><li>Join a thriving network: Connect with like-minded, passionate people around the globe. Members of our network will also have first access to future YCI opportunities and resources.</li></ul>For more information about the HerStart International Fellowship program and benefits, including the expenses covered by YCI, please&nbsp;<a href="https://yci.org/herstart/faq/" target="_blank">review the fellowship FAQ page here</a>!YCI’s HerStart: Innovate the Future program is funded in part by the Government of Canada, providing skilled Canadians opportunities to volunteer abroad with global partners and advance&nbsp;Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.For more information on the program and roles please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://yci.org/herstart/fellowships/" target="_blank">yci.org/herstart/fellowships</a>

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HerStart International Fellowships

AKFC's International Youth Fellowship ProgramLocation: East Africa or Central AsiaDuration: 9 MonthsAbout AKFCAga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is an international development organization and registered charity. AKFC partners with communities, businesses, and governments to find innovative, lasting solutions to promote inclusive development. Working in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, the Foundation invests in high-quality institutions and systems that anchor social, economic, and cultural progress over the long term. In Canada, AKFC promotes discussion and learning on global issues, raises funds, taps into Canadian expertise to strengthen its development work, and builds partnerships with Canadian institutions.Established in 1980, AKFC is an agency of the worldwide Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a family of development agencies with individual mandates that address the social, economic, and cultural dimensions of development.Position SummaryAga Khan Foundation Canada is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 International Youth Fellowship Program.The International Youth Fellowship Program, sponsored by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada, is designed to develop leadership and management skills and promote learning for outstanding young Canadians who have a desire and an aptitude to work effectively in a global environment.The International Youth Fellowship Program builds on over 30 years of success during which more than 550 young professionals have received focused study and practical experience, enabling them to chart a course for leadership positions in their chosen fields—including law, engineering, journalism, education, health, business, finance, public administration, and development studies.Each Fellow attends a three-week pre-departure training in Ottawa, followed by an eight-month placement (July 2026 to February 2027) with a local civil society organization in Africa or Asia. Placements may be with an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) or with one of the AKDN’s trusted partner organizations. Potential host countries may include India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar, Mozambique, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, and Uganda.Participants can apply for placements within the International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM) streams that best match their backgrounds and interests, such as:<ul><li>Fields: Agriculture &amp; Food Security, Civil Society, Climate Resilience, Early Childhood Development, Education, Gender Equality, Health &amp; Nutrition, Work &amp; Enterprise  </li><li>Placements: Communications, Marketing, Monitoring &amp; Evaluation, Operations, Partnerships, Project Management, Research</li></ul>Approximately 10 Fellowships will be awarded for the 2026-27 program.About the pre-departure trainingThe three-week training provides Fellows with instruction in development management and leadership. The practitioner-oriented seminar is intended to prepare Fellows for their placements and equip them for careers in international development or related fields. Workshops are taught by some of Canada’s foremost international cooperation practitioners.Qualifications &amp; ExperienceAll Fellows must meet the following application criteria:<ul><li>Hold, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution by April 30, 2026, with a record of strong academic performance</li><li>Will not be enrolled in any educational program for the duration of the Fellowship program (May 2026 – February 2027)</li><li>Demonstrated a commitment to international development through related volunteer, professional or academic experience</li><li>Be 30 years of age or under on or before February 1, 2026&nbsp; • Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident&nbsp; • Be fluent in English</li></ul>Please keep in mind the following dates:<ul><li>Applications Close - February 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EST) </li><li>References Due - February 8, 2026 </li><li>Interview Period - March-April 2026 </li><li>Offers to Candidates - April 2026 </li><li>Pre-Departure Training - May 27 - June 19, 2026* </li><li>Fellows Depart for Field Placements - July 1, 2026 </li><li>End of Placement - February 28, 2027</li></ul>ApplyTo apply to the International Youth Fellowship Program, please visit: <a href="https://akfc.submittable.com/submit" target="_blank">https://akfc.submittable.com/submit</a>The deadline for receipt of applications is February 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.Please note that due to the nature of funding for this position, the placement is only open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.AKFC is committed to advancing gender equality and inclusion through our programming and operations in Canada and overseas. AKFC requires all employees to review and abide by the AKFC Gender Equality Policy.AKFC recognizes the importance of safeguarding and is committed to ensuring it manages a wide range of risks such that beneficiaries, staff, other associates and the organization as a whole are kept safe from harm.AKFC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.&nbsp;

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