Public health professionals across Africa now have an opportunity to strengthen their leadership in emergency response and health security. The African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship Cohort III provides intensive training, mentorship, and field experience designed to prepare experts who can lead national responses to public health emergencies.
Through this prestigious program, fellows gain hands-on experience working with regional and global experts while contributing to stronger health systems across the continent.
Quick Facts
- Host Countries: Ethiopia and Zambia
- Study Level / Job Type: Professional Fellowship (Mid-Career Public Health Professionals)
- Funding Type: Fully Supported Fellowship
- Eligible Countries: African Union Member States
- Deadline: 31 March 2026
About the Opportunity
The African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship Cohort III is a six-month leadership and technical training program designed to strengthen Africa’s public health emergency workforce. The initiative aims to build a network of highly skilled professionals capable of leading emergency preparedness and response programs across the continent.
The fellowship combines structured training, mentorship, study tours, and field placements in Public Health Emergency Operations Centers (PHEOCs). Participants gain practical knowledge on how to detect, manage, and respond to complex public health threats.
Fellows will undergo an intensive training program that includes classroom learning, study tours within and outside Africa, and practical field placements within emergency response settings.
This opportunity is officially offered by Africa CDC, and applicants should apply through the official application portal.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a citizen of an African Union Member State
- Be 50 years old or younger by 31 July 2026
- Hold a postgraduate degree in public health or a related field
- Have professional experience in public health–related areas such as:
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Public health emergency operations centers (PHEOC)
- Health policy or health systems
- One Health, medicine, logistics, or health economics
- Be a full-time government-employed public health professional working in a public institution
- Demonstrate potential to lead or strengthen emergency management programs in their country
Selection is merit-based and emphasizes diversity and inclusion across African Union member states.
Benefits
Selected fellows will receive several professional development benefits, including:
- Specialized training in public health emergency management
- Hands-on experience in Public Health Emergency Operations Centers
- Study tours within Africa and internationally
- Field placements in emergency response environments
- Mentorship from global public health experts
- Networking with leading professionals across Africa’s health sector
- Opportunity to contribute to national and regional public health systems
Who Should Apply
This fellowship is ideal for mid-career public health professionals currently working in government institutions across Africa.
Candidates who will benefit most include:
- Public health professionals managing emergency preparedness programs
- Experts working in national public health institutes or ministries of health
- Professionals involved in PHEOC operations
- Specialists seeking leadership roles in health emergency management
Applicants who are passionate about improving Africa’s capacity to detect and respond to health threats are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the fellowship:
- Review the fellowship requirements and eligibility criteria carefully.
- Prepare your professional documents and academic qualifications.
- Complete the online application form on the official portal.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Wait for notification from the selection committee.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
How to Apply
If you are committed to strengthening public health emergency systems in Africa, this fellowship offers a unique opportunity to gain advanced training and regional exposure.
Interested candidates should apply through the official application portal before the deadline.
For more details, visit the Africa CDC.
