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The Women and Clean Energy in West Africa (WOCEWA) Scholarship and Green Jobs Program 2024/2025 is an initiative by the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), funded by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Canada. This program aims to empower young West African women by providing scholarships for master’s programs in energy-related fields and offering green job opportunities through internships. The initiative seeks to address gender disparities in the energy sector and promote sustainable energy solutions across West Africa.
Benefits
Participants in The Women and Clean Energy in West Africa WOCEWA program receive numerous benefits, including:
- Scholarships: Full funding for master’s programs in energy-related fields at accredited universities in West Africa.
- Internships: Automatic placement in internships at ECREEE, the West African Power Pool (WAPP), ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA), and other ECOWAS energy institutions2.
- Professional Development: Access to training, mentorship, and networking opportunities within the energy sector.
- Employment Opportunities: Increased chances of securing employment in the energy sector post-internship.
SEE ALSO: The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars Fellowships 2025/2026
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the WOCEWA Scholarship and Green Jobs Program, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of one of the ECOWAS Member States.
- Be female and have a background in STEM with a focus on energy.
- Have obtained registration in the first year of a master’s degree at an accredited university in West Africa.
- Be under the age of 32 by the end of 2024.
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5/5 or equivalent.
- Not hold an existing scholarship from another organization.
Applicants for WOCEWA Scholarship must meet the following general criteria:
- Be a citizen of one of the ECOWAS Member States.
- Applicants must have obtained a registration in the first year of master’s degree in one university on institution in West Africa.
- Be female with background in STEM having an energy focus. • The maximum age to apply for this scholarship is 32 years old at the end of year 2024.
- Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5/5, i.e., Upper Second-Class (equivalent of an average of 14/20 for the francophone system)
- Does not have an existing scholarship from another organization. N.B: Any false declaration will result in a permanent suspension of support.
Scholarship and Internship Value
WOCEWA Scholarship will be follow as:
- The scholarship has a maximum value of US$3200 per year for a maximum of two (2) years per person.
The funds may cover: - Tuition fee and health insurance
Tuition fees and health insurance are capped at US$2500. Fees will be paid directly by ECREEE to the training institution. . If the tuition fees and health insurance exceed this amount, the applicant is responsible for the remaining balance. Conversely, if the tuition is below the maximum, any excess funds will be transferred to the applicant. - A computer with a maximum value of US$700
- The Internship program at ECREEE or one of ECOWAS institutions in the energy sector. will last for six (6) months covering travel, insurance and subsistence. The intern will receive a monthly stipend of $800 to cover expenses.
Scholars must maintain a high-grade following their first-year master’s degree exams to be provided scholarship in their second year.
Application Procedure
- A detailed CV and other required documents (see attached TOR) should be submitted by email to ONLY scholarships@ecreee.org .
- Clearly state in the subject line “WOCEWA SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAM”
- The deadline for submission is no later than 23:59 (UTC-1) on 03rd October 2024.
- Further information/clarification can be obtained at the following email addresses: pzidago@ecreee.org and/or eflan@ecreee.org . Please do not copy any of these two email addresses when submitting your proposals. Your application will be disqualified if you do so.
How to apply
Applications can only be made by the candidates themselves. An application is considered complete only if it includes all documents below:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of passport biodata
- Certified copies of their bachelor’s certificate
- Official transcripts from bachelor’s degree.
- Proof of registration for the master’s degree courses.
- Bank details of your university for tuition fees
- Proof of admission in an eligible West African university and in the relevant course.
- Applicants must submit a letter of motivation to the ECREEE’s Director Executive, with a word count between 300 and 500.
- Applicant must commit herself to respect the terms and conditions of the program
- Applications will be selected by a committee and the process will be objective and transparent.
For any inquires on the proposal, you can contact: Prisca Zidago; pzidago@ecreee.org and/or Erica Flan; eflan@ecreee.org
Deadline: Submit your application by 3rd October 2024.
