UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme 2026 2027

Applications are open for the UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme 2026 2027, a professional leadership development opportunity designed for mid level executives working across Africa. The programme is implemented by UONGOZI Institute in collaboration with the HAUS Finnish Institute of Public Management and is designed to help rising leaders strengthen their leadership capabilities, advance their careers and create positive change within their organisations and communities.

The Emerging Leaders Programme is a dynamic, self paced six month programme that allows participants to pursue professional development while continuing with their careers. The programme challenges participants to develop greater self awareness, build resilience and a growth mindset, strengthen strategic thinking, communicate effectively and mobilise others to drive meaningful change.

The programme is intended for professionals working in any sector across Africa who already have experience in supervision, management or leadership. Participants will learn from experts in leadership development from around the world while engaging with practical concepts that can be applied to their professional responsibilities.

About the Programme

The UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme is designed to support professionals who want to advance their leadership capabilities without putting their careers on hold. Since its launch, the programme has supported hundreds of graduates and delivered numerous leadership development modules.

The programme focuses on personal leadership and helps participants understand how their mindset, communication style, organisational environment and approach to leadership can influence their effectiveness.

Participants are guided by an international faculty with expertise in leadership development. The programme encourages leaders to examine their strengths and challenges while developing practical approaches for managing uncertainty, inspiring others and achieving organisational results.

Programme Benefits

• Six months of structured leadership development

• Self paced learning that allows participants to continue their professional responsibilities

• Learning from leadership development experts from across the world

• Development of a growth mindset and resilience

• Stronger strategic thinking skills

• Improved communication and ability to inspire change

• Greater understanding of organisational culture

• Increased leadership confidence

• Opportunity to build professional leadership capabilities

• Eligibility to be considered for a limited number of merit based scholarships

Programme Areas

The Emerging Leaders Programme focuses on several important areas of personal and organisational leadership, including:

• Personal leadership and self awareness

• Growth mindset and resilience

• Strategic thinking

• Communication and inspiring change

• Organisational culture and effectiveness

• Confidence and professional development

• Mobilising others to achieve change

• Leadership in uncertain and changing environments

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme should meet the following requirements:

• Work in any sector across Africa

• Have at least five years of work experience

• Have at least one year of supervisory, managerial or leadership experience

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification

• Have a good command of written and spoken English

• Have excellent computer skills

• Demonstrate an interest in strengthening leadership capacity and advancing professionally

Programme Fee and Scholarships

The programme fee is TZS 2.6 million per participant.

Participants may pay the fee in two instalments:

• 50 percent before registration in November

• 50 percent before Module 4 in February

Required Application Materials

Applicants are required to submit:

• Curriculum vitae not exceeding three pages

• Recommendation, commitment and permission letter from the employer

• Motivational statement of between 450 and 500 words

Selection Criteria

Applications are assessed based on the applicant’s professional experience, leadership exposure, educational background and suitability for the programme.

Particular attention is given to applicants who demonstrate:

• Relevant supervisory, managerial or leadership experience

• Meaningful professional experience

• Clear motivation for leadership development

• Capacity to apply leadership learning in their professional environment

• Strong communication skills

• Readiness to participate in a professional development programme

Scholarship opportunities are limited and are merit based.

How to Apply

1. Review the UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme requirements and confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Prepare a curriculum vitae of no more than three pages.
3. Obtain a recommendation, commitment and permission letter from your employer.
4. Prepare a motivational statement of 450 to 500 words describing your leadership achievements, challenges and reasons for applying.
5. Complete the online application through the UONGOZI Institute application platform.
6. Submit the complete application before October 23, 2026 at 23:00 hours EAT.
7. Wait for communication from UONGOZI Institute regarding the outcome of your application.