Applications are hereby invited from interested and eligible data science professionals for CAN Data Science Fellowship. The Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN) initiative develops data science talent for climate and health impact across Africa. Fellows will receive a monthly stipend and are expected to be physically present within the government department or SIO office during the assignment period.
The CAN Fellowship program includes data science training and practical experience through a six-month scheme focusing on specific use cases in different African countries. During the program, participants collaborate with host institutions and mentors on projects to share their data skills, encourage innovative solutions, and build a network of data professionals committed to sustainable development.
SUMMARY:
- Fellowship Sponsor(s): Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN) initiative
- Host Institution(s): Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN) initiative
- Funding Amount: Monthly Stipend
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Graduates
- Nationality: Africans
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are expected to meet the following conditions for the CAN Data Science Fellowship:
- Candidates must have successfully completed a first university degree, and demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent advanced academic research and study.
- Candidates must have 3 years working experience in data management, analysis and visualization.
- Candidates must have good communication skills and possess good quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills.
- Candidates must have strong expertise in technology, systems development, big data, open data and data science.
- Candidates should have working knowledge of the contexts of African countries, in respect to climate and health.
- This is a full-time position. Candidates must be available to carry out duties. The selected fellows will be expected to participate in different activities and to strictly follow the programme.
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Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: To be considered for CAN Data Science Fellowship, applicants should fill and submit the application form online before the deadline.
Make sure you have the following documents ready to attach to your application [in PDF format]:
- A brief curriculum vitae (1-3 pages)
Incomplete or improperly filled-out application forms will not be considered.
Application Deadline: September 06, 2024