UNDP Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces Cohort 3: 7-Week Online Leadership and African Development Opportunity

<p data-start="107" data-end="440">The <strong data-start="111" data-end="158">United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)</strong> is inviting applications for <strong data-start="188" data-end="230">Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces – Cohort 3</strong>, a seven-week online learning and volunteer opportunity designed to help participants strengthen their leadership capacity and identify how they can contribute to achieving <strong data-start="404" data-end="439">Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want</strong>.</p> <p data-start="442" data-end="795">The programme provides participants with practical tools to move beyond simply understanding Agenda 2063 and instead identify the influence, opportunities and responsibilities they have within their own “Power Spaces” — including governments, businesses, universities, communities, schools, development organizations, families and professional networks.</p> <p data-start="797" data-end="898">The opportunity is conducted <strong data-start="826" data-end="845">entirely online</strong> and requires approximately <strong data-start="873" data-end="897">11–15 hours per week</strong>.</p> <h2 data-section-id="hz4vf1" data-start="900" data-end="950">About the Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces Programme</h2> <p data-start="952" data-end="1159">Agenda 2063 represents Africa&#8217;s long-term development vision and focuses on building <strong data-start="1037" data-end="1059">The Africa We Want</strong>. However, achieving this vision requires more than awareness of continental development frameworks.</p> <p data-start="1161" data-end="1369">The UNDP-led programme focuses on helping participants recognize that meaningful transformation can take place through the everyday environments where people make decisions, influence others, and create value.</p> <p data-start="1371" data-end="1428">These environments are referred to as <strong data-start="1409" data-end="1428">“Power Spaces.”</strong></p> <p data-start="1430" data-end="1485">The programme therefore encourages participants to ask:</p> <ul data-start="1487" data-end="1797"> <li data-section-id="1mxyicc" data-start="1487" data-end="1545">What contribution can I make to Africa&#8217;s transformation?</li> <li data-section-id="bhescj" data-start="1546" data-end="1587">What future am I committed to creating?</li> <li data-section-id="yx4lyz" data-start="1588" data-end="1634">What needs to change to achieve that future?</li> <li data-section-id="1oew238" data-start="1635" data-end="1670">What leadership values do I need?</li> <li data-section-id="xst2ny" data-start="1671" data-end="1713">What actions should I consistently take?</li> <li data-section-id="dvswpj" data-start="1714" data-end="1745">What would success look like?</li> <li data-section-id="aoz059" data-start="1746" data-end="1797">How can I continue improving after the programme?</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="olbamh" data-start="1799" data-end="1830">What Participants Will Learn</h2> <p data-start="1832" data-end="1922">During the seven-week journey, participants will develop seven practical leadership tools:</p> <h3 data-section-id="u7vwbe" data-start="1924" data-end="1953">1. Contribution Statement</h3> <p data-start="1955" data-end="2130">Participants identify the value they currently create through their Power Space and consider how their work, activities or influence can contribute to Africa&#8217;s transformation.</p> <h3 data-section-id="yzlv89" data-start="2132" data-end="2147">2. Moonshot</h3> <p data-start="2149" data-end="2292">Participants define an ambitious and meaningful future they are committed to helping create rather than simply accepting current circumstances.</p> <h3 data-section-id="1b38x3b" data-start="2294" data-end="2309">3. Delivery</h3> <p data-start="2311" data-end="2429">Participants identify the important changes required to move from their current situation toward their desired future.</p> <h3 data-section-id="1mjdrh9" data-start="2431" data-end="2455">4. Leadership Values</h3> <p data-start="2457" data-end="2576">Participants explore the values they need to guide important decisions and actions throughout their leadership journey.</p> <h3 data-section-id="13g9h9l" data-start="2578" data-end="2604">5. Leadership Routines</h3> <p data-start="2606" data-end="2733">Participants translate their intentions into practical and repeatable behaviours that can gradually produce meaningful results.</p> <h3 data-section-id="1pfmmfe" data-start="2735" data-end="2764">6. Letter from the Future</h3> <p data-start="2766" data-end="2916">Participants imagine their desired future as if it has already been achieved and use that perspective to reconsider the choices they are making today.</p> <h3 data-section-id="18nx1k0" data-start="2918" data-end="2938">7. Future Review</h3> <p data-start="2940" data-end="3002">Participants learn a continuous improvement approach based on:</p> <p data-start="3004" data-end="3043"><strong data-start="3004" data-end="3043">Return → Review → Revise → Recommit</strong></p> <p data-start="3045" data-end="3163">This enables them to continue using the programme&#8217;s leadership tools after the formal seven-week experience has ended.</p> <h2 data-section-id="1rlcgxd" data-start="3165" data-end="3199">What Will Online Volunteers Do?</h2> <p data-start="3201" data-end="3337">Selected Online Volunteers will participate in the learning experience while also supporting the delivery and improvement of the cohort.</p> <p data-start="3339" data-end="3375">Their responsibilities will include:</p> <ul data-start="3377" data-end="3947"> <li data-section-id="pp0vul" data-start="3377" data-end="3462">Studying the <strong data-start="3392" data-end="3423">Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces</strong> Reader and related learning materials.</li> <li data-section-id="ebpe01" data-start="3463" data-end="3535">Supporting participant engagement throughout the seven-week programme.</li> <li data-section-id="1ap8hwy" data-start="3536" data-end="3602">Becoming familiar with weekly concepts, questions and exercises.</li> <li data-section-id="1rrxc1m" data-start="3603" data-end="3672">Participating in small-group learning conversations where assigned.</li> <li data-section-id="13imqik" data-start="3673" data-end="3769">Helping participants connect the leadership tools to their own Power Spaces and circumstances.</li> <li data-section-id="ktc8xv" data-start="3770" data-end="3816">Providing constructive and concise feedback.</li> <li data-section-id="37rn97" data-start="3817" data-end="3860">Contributing to the end-of-cohort review.</li> <li data-section-id="o277qg" data-start="3861" data-end="3947">Identifying what worked well and suggesting areas that could improve future cohorts.</li> </ul> <p data-start="3949" data-end="4198">Importantly, applicants <strong data-start="3973" data-end="4033">do not need to be experts on every aspect of Agenda 2063</strong>. The programme emphasizes curiosity, disciplined engagement with the provided materials and the willingness to help others apply the concepts to their own contexts.</p> <h2 data-section-id="b19rxj" data-start="4200" data-end="4239">Programme Format and Time Commitment</h2> <p data-start="4241" data-end="4325">This is a <strong data-start="4251" data-end="4279">fully online opportunity</strong>, meaning volunteers can participate remotely.</p> <p data-start="4327" data-end="4622"><strong data-start="4327" data-end="4340">Duration:</strong> 7 weeks<br data-start="4348" data-end="4351" /><strong data-start="4351" data-end="4364">Modality:</strong> Online<br data-start="4371" data-end="4374" /><strong data-start="4374" data-end="4394">Time commitment:</strong> 11–15 hours per week<br data-start="4415" data-end="4418" /><strong data-start="4418" data-end="4440">Host organization:</strong> United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)<br data-start="4484" data-end="4487" /><strong data-start="4487" data-end="4510">Assignment country:</strong> Ethiopia<br data-start="4519" data-end="4522" /><strong data-start="4522" data-end="4555">Sustainable Development Goal:</strong> SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals<br data-start="4591" data-end="4594" /><strong data-start="4594" data-end="4610">Recruitment:</strong> Competitive</p> <p data-start="4624" data-end="4761">The assignment focuses on learning, participant engagement, leadership development and contributing to the improvement of future cohorts.</p> <h2 data-section-id="e420n" data-start="4763" data-end="4783">Who Should Apply?</h2> <p data-start="4785" data-end="4881">The opportunity is particularly suitable for people who have a strong interest in areas such as:</p> <ul data-start="4883" data-end="5084"> <li data-section-id="11dd1at" data-start="4883" data-end="4921">Agenda 2063 and Africa&#8217;s development</li> <li data-section-id="btuor6" data-start="4922" data-end="4959">Leadership and development practice</li> <li data-section-id="1icibnt" data-start="4960" data-end="4975">Public policy</li> <li data-section-id="1t9epr8" data-start="4976" data-end="5007">Business and entrepreneurship</li> <li data-section-id="n0dh7m" data-start="5008" data-end="5019">Education</li> <li data-section-id="dn5alk" data-start="5020" data-end="5043">Community development</li> <li data-section-id="1g1l5dd" data-start="5044" data-end="5059">Social impact</li> <li data-section-id="1x9u5m1" data-start="5060" data-end="5084">African transformation</li> </ul> <p data-start="5086" data-end="5199">Applicants may come from different professional and educational backgrounds. The programme specifically welcomes:</p> <ul data-start="5201" data-end="5317"> <li data-section-id="n1754g" data-start="5201" data-end="5216">Professionals</li> <li data-section-id="y4fiji" data-start="5217" data-end="5244">Development practitioners</li> <li data-section-id="22jsxh" data-start="5245" data-end="5258">Researchers</li> <li data-section-id="1sa0l6g" data-start="5259" data-end="5274">Entrepreneurs</li> <li data-section-id="n0dmbo" data-start="5275" data-end="5286">Educators</li> <li data-section-id="1bd52uq" data-start="5287" data-end="5297">Students</li> <li data-section-id="oc1jn" data-start="5298" data-end="5317">Community leaders</li> </ul> <p data-start="5319" data-end="5469">Applicants should also demonstrate strong written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to engage critically with learning materials.</p> <h2 data-section-id="1lx5qpn" data-start="5471" data-end="5504">Required Skills and Experience</h2> <p data-start="5506" data-end="5536">Candidates should demonstrate:</p> <ol data-start="5538" data-end="5925"> <li data-section-id="nsi6af" data-start="5538" data-end="5617"><strong data-start="5541" data-end="5599">Strong interest in African development and Agenda 2063</strong> or related areas.</li> <li data-section-id="1ct4j9n" data-start="5618" data-end="5712"><strong data-start="5621" data-end="5648">Critical reading skills</strong> and the ability to engage meaningfully with learning materials.</li> <li data-section-id="165b68n" data-start="5713" data-end="5774"><strong data-start="5716" data-end="5774">Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.</strong></li> <li data-section-id="2xiy4o" data-start="5775" data-end="5835"><strong data-start="5778" data-end="5835">Ability to provide concise and constructive feedback.</strong></li> <li data-section-id="wzgaf7" data-start="5836" data-end="5925"><strong data-start="5839" data-end="5882">Commitment to completing the assignment</strong> throughout the seven-week Cohort 3 period.</li> </ol> <h3 data-section-id="uxnvv" data-start="5927" data-end="5951">Language Requirement</h3> <p data-start="5953" data-end="5992"><strong data-start="5953" data-end="5965">English:</strong> Fluent level is desirable.</p> <h2 data-section-id="1vnatyt" data-start="5994" data-end="6030">Important Application Information</h2> <p data-start="6032" data-end="6147">The recruitment is competitive, and applicants should be prepared to commit to the full duration of the assignment.</p> <p data-start="6149" data-end="6205"><strong data-start="6149" data-end="6174">Application deadline:</strong> <strong data-start="6175" data-end="6204">4 September 2026 at 03:00</strong>.</p> <p data-start="6207" data-end="6352">The programme is expected to run for <strong data-start="6244" data-end="6259">seven weeks</strong>, with participants working remotely and contributing approximately <strong data-start="6327" data-end="6351">11–15 hours per week</strong>.</p> <p data-start="6207" data-end="6352"><a href="https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1784888021271781" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click HERE</strong></a> to read more and apply.</p> <h2 data-section-id="257tj6" data-start="6354" data-end="6389">Why This Opportunity Is Valuable</h2> <p data-start="6391" data-end="6481">The Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces programme can provide participants with an opportunity to:</p> <ul data-start="6483" data-end="6970"> <li data-section-id="e54snj" data-start="6483" data-end="6521">Develop practical leadership skills.</li> <li data-section-id="1ruwgq5" data-start="6522" data-end="6605">Better understand their potential contribution to Africa&#8217;s long-term development.</li> <li data-section-id="1sf0kno" data-start="6606" data-end="6653">Connect personal leadership with Agenda 2063.</li> <li data-section-id="1ieahji" data-start="6654" data-end="6706">Strengthen communication and collaboration skills.</li> <li data-section-id="le7kun" data-start="6707" data-end="6755">Learn how to turn ideas into practical action.</li> <li data-section-id="lhp2tb" data-start="6756" data-end="6827">Engage with people working across different sectors and Power Spaces.</li> <li data-section-id="m5cliu" data-start="6828" data-end="6910">Develop a personal leadership portfolio and future-oriented leadership practice.</li> <li data-section-id="1uka8pd" data-start="6911" data-end="6970">Contribute feedback that can help improve future cohorts.</li> </ul> <p data-start="6972" data-end="7181">The programme is particularly relevant for individuals who want to connect their <strong data-start="7053" data-end="7141">career, community involvement, education, entrepreneurship or professional influence</strong> with broader African development goals.</p> <h2 data-section-id="8dtpi" data-start="7183" data-end="7196">Conclusion</h2> <p data-start="7198" data-end="7579">The <strong data-start="7202" data-end="7249">UNDP Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces – Cohort 3</strong> offers a structured seven-week online leadership journey for individuals interested in contributing to Africa&#8217;s transformation. Rather than focusing only on theoretical knowledge of Agenda 2063, the programme encourages participants to identify their own areas of influence and develop practical ways to create value within them.</p> <p data-start="7581" data-end="7797">With a commitment of <strong data-start="7602" data-end="7626">11–15 hours per week</strong> and a deadline of <strong data-start="7645" data-end="7665">4 September 2026</strong>, interested applicants should review the requirements carefully and submit their applications before the recruitment period closes.</p> <p data-start="7581" data-end="7797"><a href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/?s=volunteer" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click HERE</strong></a> for more volunteering opportunities.</p> <p data-start="7581" data-end="7797"> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/08/22/undp-agenda-2063-in-power-spaces-cohort-3-7-week-online-leadership-and-african-development-opportunity/">UNDP Agenda 2063 in Power Spaces Cohort 3: 7-Week Online Leadership and African Development Opportunity</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://opportunitiesforyouth.org">Opportunities for Youth</a>.</p>