Fellowship

Bridging the gap between academia and industry

What is the fellowship about?

RAY FELLOWSHIP

Recroot Africa Fellowship Program is a unique initiative designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry, by providing high school and university students with an opportunity to apply their skills into real projects being handled under Recroot Africa and some of its clients, either while they’re in school or during their field training. We’re joining hands with specific universities and departments, in order to enable this as part of moving the needle further on changing how impactful fellowships can truly be with real employer-based applications and modules.

Currently, the fellowship program is open to high school, diploma or undergraduate students enrolled in accredited universities across East Africa. We believe that the core skills can cut across any industry, however, it’s all about the mindset. Therefore, we’re looking for fellows who’re looking to be learners, curious, and willing to ask the tough questions with creativity in mind! As a fellow, you will have the chance to gain hands-on experience in your field of interest, honing your skills and expanding your knowledge under the guidance of seasoned professionals.

We accept applications on a rolling basis, and will respond within 2-3 weeks if successful!

Benefits of the Fellowship

Develop Soft Skills

The fellowship program focuses on honing crucial soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership, which are vital for success in any professional setting.

Real-Life Work Exposure

Fellows will have the chance to immerse themselves in the day-to-day operations of Recroot Africa and its supporting partners, gaining firsthand experience and understanding of the challenges and opportunities within their respective industries.

Professional Growth

Through workshops, seminars, and mentorship programs, fellows will receive guidance and support to enhance their personal and professional development, boosting their confidence and preparing them for future job roles.

Fellowship Tracks

Business Development and Consulting Fellow

In this team, you will be working with the clients and accounts directly on any project that you’re placed on. We expect fellows in this team to be working on lead management, reporting and analysing data from the market to bring in new clients, and ensuring that we are up to date with the industry trends, and best practices when it pertains to bringing in new business, and maintaining existing business relationships. This team will be in charge of creating the process for applying for proposals, partnerships, tenders and such.

Product and Operations Fellow

In this team, you will be in charge of assisting in managing day-to-day operations, including scheduling, logistics, and administrative tasks, while also looking into documentation of organizational policies and procedures, managing operational tasks as needed per project upon execution. In this team, you will be working closely with the Business Development fellows as well, but with an execution mindset once the projects are closed.

Sales and Marketing Fellow

In this team, you will be in charge of developing sales and marketing strategies to promote the products and services of Recroot Africa and Yebi Health. Under this, you will be in charge of creating and implementing marketing campaigns, digitally and offline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the types of functions or roles to expect?

If you’re selected you will be placed in either of the three tracks:
1) Business Development & Consulting Fellow 2) Product & Operations Fellow
3) Sales & Marketing Fellow

What does a Business Development and Consulting Fellow do?

What does a Product and Operations Fellow do?

What does a Sales and Marketing Fellow do?

Who are some of the partners that Recroot Africa works with for the Fellowship for Batch 1?

Our first batch of fellows will be placed with us as well as our partners in different industries such as healthcare, logistics, IT distribution, and such. We will evaluate your CV and performance during assessment to identify the industry together with you.

What will the timeline of the fellowship be?

The Fellowship is expected to be structured as below:
1) The first two months will be to a dedicated project under one of the departments listed below for the final fellows.
2) Based on the performance for the project and an understanding of your abilities, an extension of 4 months will be provided. The structure may vary, however, a two months initial dedication is expected before any flexibility begins.
3) Performance in the 6 months period may lead to paid employment or internship opportunity.

Is this a paid or unpaid fellowship?

While the fellowship is unpaid in the start, the benefits you’ll reap in terms of personal and professional growth are immeasurable. If there are any exceptions that need to be made that can help support your participation in this fellowship from a compensation perspective, you can also indicate this in the application form and during our interviews. Do not hesitate in applying in the first place.

What are the skills you’re looking for?

Currently, the fellowship program is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in accredited universities across East Africa. All fellows will have a week of in-person, intensive training to lay a foundational understanding of the companies and of basic technical concepts. We believe that the core skills can cut across any industry, however, it’s all about the mindset.Therefore, we’re looking for fellows who’re looking to be learners, curious, and willing to ask the tough questions with creativity in mind!

Is this fellowship on a rolling basis?

Yes it is! We’re constantly looking to rotate and circulate because we understand everyone will have different schedules and vacation time as current students.

How long is the interview process?

Following the date of first submission, we will ask eligible candidates for a final group interview in order to confirm the placement. The process should only be 3 weeks long, so if you don’t hear back from us, then you have not proceeded to the next stage

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Fellowship

What is the fellowship about?

RAY FELLOWSHIP

Benefits of the Fellowship

Develop Soft Skills​

Real-Life Work Exposure​