Job Title: Young Leaders Forum Uganda 2026
Organisation: Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) is the oldest political foundation in Germany with a rich tradition in social democracy dating back to its foundation in 1925. The foundation owes its formation and its mission to the political legacy of its namesake Friedrich Ebert, the first democratically elected German President. The work of our political foundation focuses on the core ideas and values of social democracy – freedom, justice and solidarity. This connects us to social democracy and free trade unions. As a non-profit institution, we organise our work autonomously and independently.
Job Summary: The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, Uganda office, invites politically interested and active young people to apply for the 13th in-take of the Young Leaders Forum (YLF) 2026. The YLF is an initiative of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) whose aim is to contribute to the development of political, social, economic knowledge and skills of young women and men and to motivate them to advocate for social justice and good governance in Uganda.
The programme comprises of five mostly policy – or issue – based modules, each lasting two days which will take place between June and October 2026. The programme sessions consisting of lectures, workshops and participatory interactions will be conducted by external experts. The programme is fully funded by FES.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- Ugandan citizenship or proof of residency for non-citizens.
- Aged between 18 and 30 years.
- Have a minimum of ” A” level education.
- Have proven commitment to public affairs, community involvement of advocacy
How to Apply:
EACH APPLICATION MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY:
- An updated and complete CV with three referees.
- Copies of “A” level certificate and any other academic transcripts it applicable.
- A letter of motivation for participation and future plans relating to the programme (you should clearly state your expectations towards the programme and how you would use your acquired knowledge & skills to make an impact in society).
- Attach as one PDF document.
Online applications should be sent to [email protected] and [email protected] (attached as one PDF document) or
Applications in envelopes marked “FES – YLF intake XIII” should be sent to:
Plot 58, John Babiha Avenue, Kololo
P 0 Box 3860, Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 26th January 2026
Note:
- Only complete applications will be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews which will tentatively take place in April 2026.
- Successful candidates are expected to attend ALL the programme sessions.
- After the successful participation in the programme, participants will receive a certificate of completion.
- Women and PWDs are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required