Are you a passionate and driven young leader looking to make a difference in your community? Join the movement! Reaching the Unreached Tanzania, in collaboration with Digital Opportunity Trust, and the Mastercard Foundation is proud to announce that applications are now open for the Youth Leadership Program 2025-2026. Part of the Going Beyond Project, this transformative initiative aims to equip young graduates with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to drive social change and foster entrepreneurship in their communities. RUT Tanzania Youth Leadership Program 2025/2026
Why Join the Youth Leadership Program?
As a participant in the Youth Leadership Program you will be equipped with digital skills and social impact acumen, to enhance your ability to influence and contribute to socio economic development within your community. This program aims to boost your
agency and open up new work opportunities, while also building your capacity to implement the Digital Business Program locally.
During the program you will undergo [3 weeks] of extensive training to prepare you for your role as a program facilitator, coach, and changemaker. After training you will be deployed back to your community for 6 months with a mission to empower your peers
and local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owners, 70% women, with essential skills for business growth. This includes soft skills, basic business skills, practical digital skills, and self-confidence. By joining the Youth Leadership Program, you will:
- Receive Comprehensive Training: Enhance your leadership, digital, and entrepreneurial skills through detailed training modules. You will also receive career development training and employment linkages throughout the program.
- Become a Coach and Changemaker: Serve as a role model and coach to your peers, fostering a spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in your community.
- Empower Your Community: Help local MSMEs grow by sharing essential business skills and practical digital tools.
- Join the DOT Youth Community: Become part of a vibrant network of over 5,000 young leaders across Africa, gaining access to local and international opportunities for collaboration and growth.
About the Going Beyond Project:
The Going Beyond – Partnering for a Youth-Led Future project is a partnership between DOT and the Mastercard Foundation that aims to scale DOT’s evidence- based, peer-to-peer model and will be executed in four African countries – Côte d’Ivoire, Malawi, Zambia, and Tanzania. Over five years, and with the support of DOT regional hubs in Africa, the Going Beyond project will progressively transfer the responsibility for delivering DOT’s programs and equip youth as leaders of the future.
Eligibility
- Ages 18-35
- Must be Tanzania nationals or a local address in the country.
- Applicants must be recent university or college graduates from accredited institutions with a certificate, diploma, or bachelor’s degree. Please note, certificates from credible Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs in relevant subjects may be accepted.
- To qualify as a recent graduate, you must be within 6 months and five years of graduation.
- Applicants must be current residents of Dodoma City Council.
- Applicants should have a history of or passion for community engagement activities.
- Deployment requirements: Following their selection, Youth Leaders will participate in program activities within their own communities. Reaching the Unreached Tanzania is committed to supporting local leadership development and does not require relocation.
Important Dates
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | 15 April 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 30 April 2025 |
| Finalists Announced | 9 May 2025 |
| Training in Dodoma | 19 – 30 May 2025 |
| Deployment Begins | 16 June 2025 |
| Placement Ends | 16 November 2025 |
How to Apply
CLICK HERE TO APPLY Make sure to upload all required documents and complete every section of the application form. RUT Tanzania Youth Leadership Program 2025/2026
What Happens After You Apply?
- Shortlisted applicants attend 3-week training in Dodoma
- Selected youth deployed to their communities
- Ongoing support and career development throughout placement
Safeguarding Notice: This program is 100% FREE. If anyone asks you for money, report it immediately. Email: associaterut@gmail.com
Have Questions?
- Check the FAQ page
- Or contact: associaterut@gmail.com
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