The Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is inviting applications for its Essential Grant Writing Skills Programme 2025, aimed at early-career health and health-related researchers across Africa.
Programme Overview:
- Objective: To equip emerging African scientists with the skills necessary to craft competitive research and fellowship proposals, enhancing their ability to secure funding from international, regional, and national sources.
- Format: This fully online programme comprises eight 3-hour sessions scheduled over two periods: March 17–21, 2025, and May 5–7, 2025. Between these sessions, participants will engage in drafting a mini-proposal and participate in peer-review activities.
- Content Coverage:
- Defining and articulating a unique research niche.
- Formulating compelling research questions.
- Understanding funders’ requirements.
- Writing in clear, concise English.
- Developing various sections of a proposal.
- Planning project timelines and budgets.
- Managing collaborations and research teams.
- Navigating the peer-review process.
- Preparing for fellowship interviews.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Early-career researchers who have completed their PhD or equivalent clinical qualifications.
- Active in health or health-related research within an African institution.
- Seeking to enhance grant-writing skills to secure substantial research funding.
Application Details:
- Deadline: January 8, 2025.
- Application Process: Interested candidates should complete the online application form, providing necessary documentation and evidence of eligibility.
For comprehensive information and application guidelines, please visit the official AREF website:
This programme offers a valuable opportunity for emerging African researchers to develop essential skills in grant writing, thereby enhancing their prospects of securing funding for impactful health research projects.
