Join the YALS Team

Young African Leaders Summit 2025

The Young African Leaders Summit 2025 is an exciting initiative bringing together young leaders, speakers, and partners from across Africa to inspire change, leadership, and innovation. We’re assembling a passionate and capable team to make this summit a transformative experience, and we invite you to apply for key roles! If you have the experience, skills, and commitment to help us build partnerships, coordinate events, and elevate this summit, we’d love to hear from you. Each position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Africa's future leaders. Please note that these roles are voluntary and are not salaried.

  • Key Benefits for Joining the
    Summit Team

Summit Access

Attend the summit without paying the registration fee, with the chance to participate fully. (Please note: team members are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.)

Valuable Work Experience

Gain hands-on experience in large-scale event coordination, and receive a reference letter upon successful completion.

Social Media Feature

Be featured on our social media platforms to showcase your contribution and gain professional visibility.

Networking Opportunities

Work alongside a diverse team and interact with influential leaders and speakers from across Africa.

Skill Development

Enhance your leadership, communication, and event management skills in a real-world environment.

Future Opportunities

Priority consideration for future roles within the Young Global Leaders Network and partner organisations.

  • Available Roles

Summit Project Coordinator

  • Positions: 2
  • Location: Ghana

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily summit operations, working with the Chief Convenor and team members.
  • Coordinate logistical arrangements in Ghana, including venue setup and permits.
  • Liaise with Ghanaian partners, including the National Youth Authority and Ministry of Youth.
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Regional Partnerships and Government Liaison Officer

  • Positions: 13
  • Location: Africa-wide, with a focus on Ghanaian and African government partnerships

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage partnerships with African Ministries of Youth, National Youth Authorities, and embassies
  • Work with embassies in Accra, Ghana, to distribute summit invitations to relevant agencies.
  • Facilitate arrangements for governmental delegations attending the summit.
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Speaker Sourcing Officers

  • Positions: 3
  • Location: Africa-wide

Responsibilities

  • Identify and secure high-level speakers from across Africa.
  • Coordinate with speakers on topics, schedules, and travel.
  • Ensure diverse representation aligning with summit themes of leadership, youth development, and innovation.
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Programme & Brochure Development Officers

  • Positions: 2
  • Location: Africa-wide

Responsibilities

  • Design and refine an impactful summit programme.
  • Create a visually engaging brochure with event details.
  • Collaborate with the Speaker Sourcing Officers to align the programme with speaker expertise.
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Marketing & Communications Lead

  • Positions: 3
  • Location: Africa-wide

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a marketing plan targeting youth across Africa.
  • Produce content for social media, newsletters, and press releases.
  • Coordinate with embassies and youth authorities to ensure broad outreach.
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Registration & Event Coordination Coordinator

  • Positions: 1
  • Location: Ghana

Responsibilities

  • Oversee participant registration systems and event-day logistics.
  • Ensure smooth attendee check-in, seating, and online streaming (if applicable).
  • Collect feedback to enhance the summit experience.
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Sponsorship & Partnership Coordinators

  • Positions: 3
  • Location: Africa-wide

Responsibilities

  • Secure sponsorships and partnerships to support summit needs.
  • Build connections with corporate, governmental, and NGO partners.
  • Manage deliverables and recognition for sponsors.
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Volunteer Coordinators

  • Positions: 2
  • Location: Ghana

Responsibilities

  • Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for summit activities.
  • Allocate volunteer roles, including attendee guidance and registration support.
  • Ensure volunteers understand their responsibilities and event expectations.
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  • Ready to Make a Difference?
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Click on the “Apply Now” button next to your preferred role to begin the application process. Please have the following details ready:

Personal Information: Full name, contact information, and address.

Employment History: Relevant positions and experiences.

Educational Background: Qualifications and training.

Role-Specific Questions: Answer three questions tailored to the role, demonstrating your expertise and competence.

For instance, if applying for Speaker Sourcing Officer, you may be asked about your experience in securing high-profile speakers.
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