Call for applications: 2024 PAMCA Women in Vector Control Mentorship Program “LiftHer2” (Cohort III)
Introduction
Recognizing the transformative power of mentorship, the Pan-African Mosquito Control Association (PAMCA) proudly opens applications for the Third Cohort of its "LiftHer2" Women in Vector Control (WiVC) Mentorship Program. This esteemed initiative is dedicated to empowering women in the field of vector-borne disease (VBD) control and enhancing their leadership capacity and career advancement. It seeks both seasoned mentors and aspiring mentees across the African continent. The LiftHer2 mentorship program is a structured platform for knowledge transfer and professional development that fosters impactful partnerships between experienced leaders and emerging WiVC professionals. It aims to shape the future of VBD control with a gender-equitable lens.
A competitive selection processes ensures onboarding of a critical mass of WiVC potential leaders, optimal mentor-mentee pairings, enhancement of career advancement and propelling positive change within the African VBD control landscape. We invite applications from passionate mentors eager to guide the next generation, and ambitious, dedicated and committed mentees seeking to propel their leadership potential.
The objectives of the LiftHer2 mentorship program are:
1.To roll out a structured and robust mentorship program focused on African women in VBD control
2. To promote personal and professional development through knowledge transfer, and experience sharing from skilled women in VBDs in Africa and the diaspora
3. To empower and instill confidence in the work done by women in VBD control
Eligibility
Mentees’ eligibility
· Applications are welcome from women in any field who are actively engaged in VBD control initiatives.
· The program is only available to Africa-based career women in VBDs whose country of residence and citizenship is in Africa
· Duly subscribed PAMCA members in the year 2024. If not already a member, applicants must apply to become members.
PAMCA Membership is open to all those with an interest in the field and the Association.
Mentors’ eligibility
· Applications are welcome from women in any field who are actively engaged in VBDs.
· The program is open to mid and senior-career women in Africa and the diaspora.
· Applicants are encouraged to register as PAMCA members in the year 2024.
PAMCA Membership is open to all those with an interest in the field and the Association.
How to apply
The application form for the PAMCA Women in Vector Control Mentorship Program “LiftHer2” - Cohort III is available via the links below. Applicants are required to submit their personal profile, cover letter, and biodata form.
Download the complete application form here: PAMCA Women in Vector Control Mentorship Programme 'LiftHer2'
Important Dates
§ Call for applications opens: 1st August 2024
§ Application deadline: Application Extended until September 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. GMT
§ Notification of selection: Late September 2024
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact Information
Address: Kenya Medical Research Institute Off Mbagathi Road. P.O. Box 4445-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: (+254) 757355491, Email: wivc@pamca.org
This program is supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation