Zoological Society of London’s EDGE of Existence Fellowships 2023 for African Conservation Leaders

One of the most effective ways ZSL’s EDGE of Existence programme is working to secure the future of EDGE species is by awarding two year Fellowships to future conservation leaders (“EDGE Fellows”) working on poorly-known EDGE bird, mammal, amphibian, reptile, shark or ray species.

Application Deadline: 17^th July 2022 at 23:59 (BST)

Eligible Countries: This year, application will be accepted from African Countries

Type: Fellowship (Professional)

Eligibility: You may be eligible for an EDGE Fellowship if you:

• Focus your work on an EDGE species included on the 2019 curated list.
• Are an early-career conservation biologist or wildlife manager (less than 10 years’ experience).
• Are a resident of a country in which the proposed focal species occurs.

We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who are working on a species listed as a ‘Photo Ark’ species, but we are open to applications on all species listed.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their projects with the EDGE team before applying, and we will be happy to provide feedback on draft applications 3 weeks before the deadline.

Number of Awards: Not specified

Value of Award: The two-year Fellowship comprises of:

• A 4-week Conservation Tools training course at the beginning of the programme to provide Fellows with essential training in techniques to plan and implement their project;
• A grant of £10,000 to undertake a 2-year project on a top-priority EDGE species;
• Ongoing technical support via online modules, web-based tutorials/seminars, and field visits throughout the Fellowship;
• One-to-one support from a scientific advisor based at ZSL or a partner organisation;
• A 2-week Conservation Leadership training course in London on successful completion of Fellowship to help Fellows prepare for the next stage of their career.

Duration of Award: 2 years

How to Apply: Application form

• It is important to go through all application requirements and FAQ on the Programme Webpage (see link below) before applying
• GOODLUCK!

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