Commonwealth Cyber Fellowships Program is a unique platform for cybersecurity experts from Commonwealth countries in Africa.
The program is to exchange knowledge, foster partnerships and influence the policy work of the Commonwealth Secretariat. Selected experts will serve as fellows for a year.
They get exclusive access to academic research opportunities, networking events and annual conferences, with a focus on enhancing cybersecurity policies and institutions across Commonwealth countries in Africa.
Summary
- Host: Commonwealth Headquarters UK
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: All African Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Networking
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 10, 2023
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Details:
In today’s interconnected world, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. Cybercrime is a global issue that affects us all. By working together, we are better, faster and more effective in safeguarding our online world.
So, the Commonwealth Cyber Fellowships is not only an opportunity; it is a call to action. It brings together experts from different sectors – who might not usually collaborate – to harness their expertise and craft solutions that will enable us all to enjoy the benefits of the internet without worry.
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Requirements:
To be considered for the Commonwealth Cyber Fellowships, you must:
- Any citizen of a Commonwealth country in Africa, between the age of 21 and 65, can apply to join the fellowship.
- Applicants must also have at least five years of work experience in cybersecurity in the fields of law, policymaking, telecommunications, academia or related sectors.
Duration and Reward
- Selected experts will serve in the Commonwealth Cyber Fellowships Program for a year.
- They get exclusive access to academic research opportunities, networking events and annual conferences, with a focus on enhancing cybersecurity policies and institutions across Commonwealth countries in Africa.
Method of Application
To apply for Commonwealth Cyber Fellowships, applicants must submit the following documents to cyber@commonwealth.int by 23:59 GMT on 10 December 2023:
- their resume;
- a cover letter; and
- a letter of support from their respective organisation.
This is the second cycle of the Commonwealth Africa Fellowship programme, supported by the United Kingdom’s International Development Office.
It is designed to support the delivery of the Commonwealth Cyber Declaration, a framework agreed by Commonwealth countries in 2018 to promote a safe and prosperous cyberspace for 2.5 billion Commonwealth citizens.
Deadline: December 10, 2023
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