African Women Breeders Invited to Apply for the New GROW Fellowship with Leadership and Research Training | Deadline:24 July 2026 ·African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)

Overview

The GROW Fellowship (Gender Responsive Research for Optimized Women-led Breeding Systems) aims to empower African women involved in crop and livestock breeding by providing leadership development, research skills, and networking opportunities. This innovative programme seeks to promote gender-responsive research, policy influence, and agricultural innovation across Africa.

Eligibility

• Be an African citizen residing in Africa
• Be an African woman
• Hold at least a Master’s degree in plant or livestock breeding
• Have a minimum of 5 years of active experience in crop or livestock research and practice
• Be affiliated with a university, NARES, private company, or relevant organization involved in crop improvement
• Be fully committed to participating in all fellowship activities over two years
• Not be enrolled in any other AWARD Fellowship at the time of application

Benefits

• Strengthen leadership and management skills
• Deepen expertise in gender-responsive breeding approaches
• Expand professional networks across Africa
• Increase visibility within the agricultural research community
• Accelerate careers in crop and livestock improvement
• Contribute to inclusive, gender-responsive agricultural innovation

How to Apply

Applications are exclusively accepted through the official online portal. Review the application guidelines, FAQs, and programme brochure to ensure eligibility and a smooth application process.

Deadline

Closing Date: 24 July 2026 at 23:59 East Africa Time (GMT+3). No late submissions will be accepted.