{"id":6685,"date":"2026-04-17T14:59:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T12:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6685"},"modified":"2026-04-17T21:37:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T19:37:56","slug":"call-for-expression-of-interest-award-fellowship-reviewer-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6685","title":{"rendered":"Call for Expression of Interest \u2013 AWARD Fellowship Reviewer 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-173965\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline<\/strong><em>:\u00a0<\/em><strong>April 30, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) invites experienced and passionate professionals to join a pool of reviewers for its flagship fellowship initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute, to identify and shape the next generation of African leaders to drive inclusive, gender-responsive, and climate-resilient agrifood systems across the continent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Becoming a reviewer with AWARD offers more than a one-time engagement. It is an opportunity to contribute to a growing movement advancing gender-responsive, inclusive, climate-resilient agrifood systems across Africa.<\/p>\n<p>As a member of\u00a0<strong>AWARD\u2019s reviewer community<\/strong>, you will contribute to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shaping the future of leadership in Africa by identifying and supporting high-potential professionals across AWARD\u2019s flagship programs<\/li>\n<li>Impactful, continent-wide initiatives that advance gender equality, scientific excellence, and sustainable development<\/li>\n<li>Gain insight into emerging talent and innovations in agrifood systems and climate-responsive agriculture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Role and responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reviewers play a central role in upholding the quality, integrity, credibility and high standards of AWARD\u2019s selection processes. Selected reviewers will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Evaluate applications rigorously using established criteria and scoring frameworks<\/li>\n<li>Provide clear, objective, and constructive feedback to support fair and informed decision-making<\/li>\n<li>Apply consistent scoring standards in line with AWARD\u2019s evaluation guidelines<\/li>\n<li>Maintain the highest level of confidentiality of all application materials<\/li>\n<li>Declare any actual or potential conflicts of interest prior to undertaking reviews<\/li>\n<li>Adhere to the agreed timelines to ensure a smooth, efficient, and timely selection process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>AWARD invites expressions of interest from qualified professionals with strong expertise and a commitment to advancing inclusive, climate-resilient agrifood systems. We are seeking professionals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Agricultural research and development<\/li>\n<li>Agrifood systems transformation<\/li>\n<li>Climate change and resilience<\/li>\n<li>Agricultural policy and governance<\/li>\n<li>Gender in agriculture and development<\/li>\n<li>Leadership development and capacity strengthening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Applicants should have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Master, PhD or equivalent combination of advanced qualifications and relevant professional experience<\/li>\n<li>Proven experience in research, policy, academia, gender, or program leadership<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical, critical thinking, and evaluation skills<\/li>\n<li>Ability to provide balanced, objective, and high-quality assessments<\/li>\n<li>Availability to complete reviews within the designated timeframe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additional assets include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prior experience reviewing research proposals, fellowship applications, or grant submissions<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in English and\/or French, with the ability to review applications in either language. Reviewer\u2019s assignments will be aligned with language proficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Time commitment and compensation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your role as a reviewer is a manageable engagement alongside your professional responsibilities. Selected reviewers will be expected to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Review approximately 3\u20135 applications<\/li>\n<li>Commit an estimated 4\u20136 hours during the review period<\/li>\n<li>Participate in virtual briefing sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In recognition of their time, expertise, and thoughtful contributions to the AWARD\u2019s selection processes, selected reviewers will receive a modest honorarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Interested experts are invited to submit their application by completing the\u00a0<strong>Reviewer Expression of Interest Form<\/strong>\u00a0via the link below:<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/260971358133964\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please note that all applications must be submitted online through this form. Incomplete or alternative submissions will not be considered.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/awardfellowships.org\/news\/call-for-expression-of-interest\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AWARD<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline:\u00a0April 30, 2026 The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) invites experienced and passionate professionals to join a pool of reviewers for its flagship fellowship initiatives. 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