The programme is for senior public sector leaders with deep experience in governance and public policy, are passionate about improving national governance and would like to enhance their knowledge in public sector innovation and reform alongside colleagues across Africa.

Participants who have successful completed the programme will be awarded a Certificate of Accomplishment jointly issued by the Chandler Institute of Governance and the African Association for Public Administration and Management.

No. We do not consider academic qualifications in the selection process.

Confirmed participants will pay a programme fee of US$1,000 and cover their own costs of travel to, accommodation, and ground expenses in South Africa and Singapore. This fee covers part of the cost of organising and delivering the programme. The rest of the programme costs are covered by the Chandler Institute of Governance.  

The selection process will take between 2-3 weeks. Applicants will be assessed based on their CV, written and video submissions. We are interested in understanding your leadership accomplishments, your understanding of government and policy issues, and your commitment to effect change. 

There are two in-person sessions which will be held in South Africa and Singapore. Each in-person session will be 5 days long.