The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at the Wits Business School (University of the Witwatersrand), with the support of the Mastercard Foundation, invites applications for the Doctoral Fellowship on the Non-Profit Sector and its Contribution to African Economies project. The PhD fellowship aims to provide opportunities for young African doctoral students registered in African universities to participate in research on non-profit organizations and their contributions to African economies. The specific focus of the research project is ‘The creation of dignified and fulfilling work for young Africans by the non-profit sector’.
When is the Application Deadline:
September 16, 2024
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Tell Me About The Award:
The PhD Fellowship on ‘The Non-Profit Sector’s Contribution To African Economies’ is a fully funded project supported by the Mastercard Foundation and administered by the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand. The fellowship aims to support young African doctoral students conducting research on non-profit organizations and their contributions to African economies, specifically focusing on creating dignified and fulfilling work for young Africans.
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Which Fields are Eligible:
- Social and Behavioural Sciences
- Economics
- Development Studies
- International Development
- Non-Profit or Philanthropic Studies
- Statistics and Actuarial Sciences
- Management
- Public Policy
- History
- Human Geography
- Development-related fields
Type:
Fully funded doctoral fellowship
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Who can apply for the CAPSI/Mastercard Foundation PhD Fellowship at the University of the Witwatersrand:
- Female doctoral students aged 35 years or below
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a relevant doctoral program at an African university
- Research focused on the non-profit sector’s contributions to dignified and fulfilling work for African youth
- Applicants from specific countries: Burkina Faso, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Mozambique, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Zambia
How are Applicants Selected:
- Based on the alignment of research interests with the fellowship’s focus on non-profit sector contributions to African economies
- Consideration of the applicant’s research proposal, academic record, and recommendation letters
- Special attention to categories of youth marginality such as gender, disability, geography, and others
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Burkina Faso, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Mozambique, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Zambia
Where will the Award be Taken:
The research can be conducted at the applicant’s current African university, focusing on the specified countries.
How Many Awards:
Up to 20 fellowships are available.
What is the Benefit of the Award:
- Full scholarship of up to $30,000 per year
- Support for a maximum of five years
How Long Will the Award Last:
Up to five years
How to Apply for the Mastercard Foundation PhD Fellowship:
- Prepare and submit the following:
- Current CV
- Personal statement (maximum 500 words)
- Research project outline (maximum 2500 words)
- Letter of recommendation from a supervisor/proposed supervisor
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of age (e.g., passport, birth certificate)
- Proof of admission or registration in an African university
- Email the application to:
- [email protected] (West and North Africa)
- [email protected] (East Africa)
- [email protected] (Southern Africa)
- Copy [email protected]
Visit the Award Webpage for Details: CAPSI Website
For further inquiries, contact [email protected] or the provided emails.
