Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone

Applications are invited from suitably qualified university graduates of Sierra Leonean nationality aged 18-35 years for a one-year entry-level training and mentorship program under the Public Service Fellowship Program, jointly implemented by the Government of Sierra Leone and Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. The program aims to develop transformational public sector leaders across the continent.

Requirements

• Must be a Sierra Leonean national with valid national ID and Police Clearance Certificate
• Must be university graduate with a bachelor’s degree certificate
• Must be aged 18-35 years at the time of application
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must have strong written and verbal English skills
• Must demonstrate commitment to public sector and leadership and potential’ track record of community involvement and a passion to serve Sierra Leone and ability to innovate and provide solutions in professional working environment.
• Must be committed to serving in the public service for a tenure of 1 year upon signing of Terms of Reference (ToR) with EPL-SL.

How to Apply

To be considered to join our cohort 3 of Public Service Fellows in Sierra Leone, please complete and submit the application form in the link below by May 19th, 2026, at 12:00 pm GMT. If you are having any issues completing the application or need any further assistance, please contact eplsierraleone@emergingpublicleaders.org for assistance.