Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) is a two-year fellowship that equips high-achieving university graduates of Ghanaian nationality with transferable leadership skills to effect change into the public sector and beyond.

EPL Ghana provides an opportunity for top-performing graduates and young professionals to join the public service in a prestigious role that includes monthly professional training, robust supervision and mentoring, opportunity to travel, and ongoing career support and development

Eligibility

• Ghanaian national with no criminal history
• Enrolled in the final year of an undergraduate or graduate degree; or a recent graduate with minimum of 2:1
• Entering the National Service Scheme the same year they apply to EPL Ghana
• Commitment to public service and demonstrated leadership potential
• Track record for community involvement and a passion for Ghana
• Strong written and verbal English skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced professional environment

Application

• Current CV/Resume
• Passport photo (to be uploaded online)
• 2 letters of recommendation (one academic & one personal)
• 2 essays:

  Describe your interest in the Civil Service and how being selected as an  Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) fellow fits into your personal and professional goals?

  Describe a situation when you demonstrated initiative and leadership.

• Interested applicants can apply through this link

Notes

• Candidates who are shortlisted for first-round interviews are required to bring a copy of their most recent transcript and 2 letters of recommendation (one academic and one personal).

• Candidates who successfully reach the final round will be given a conditional offer based on their police clearance and final transcript.