AFI Engage

Applications are now closed for the 2024-2025 cohort.

What is AFI Engage?

AFI Engage is a specialized, one-year leadership and mentorship program designed for aspiring policymakers in the AFI network. It aims to foster the next generation of leaders, empowering them to take forward AFI’s mission of financial inclusion and sustainable development.

15 individuals will be selected to form the 2024-2025 cohort.

Why apply?

AFI Engage provides personal and professional growth opportunities and enables you to make an impact in the global financial landscape.

Networking Access a global network of peers and bring international practices back to your institution.		Access to Leaders Connect with top financial leaders and experts addressing global challenges such as poverty, gender equality, and climate change.		Mentoring Grow through coaching from AFI mentors.
Customized Learning Gain insights which will enhance your policymaking skills and knowledge.		Visibility and Recognition Get recognized in your institution and across the AFI community.		Contribute to Global Financial Inclusion Be part of a movement driving more inclusive financial systems, worldwide.

Eligibility

Age: under 38 years old (at application submission deadline)

Experience: Minimum 4 years of professional experience. Must be a full-time employee of a paying AFI member institution.

Language skills: Proficiency in English is required. Program activities will be in English and interpretation will not be provided.

Other criteria: Participants should demonstrate leadership potential. Women policymakers are especially encouraged to apply, and the program targets 50% women participants.

Tentative Program for 2024-2025

APPLY NOW!

• Download the program brochure here! 
• Prepare the application form and required supporting documents. The application form must be endorsed by the head or deputy head of the applicant’s institution.
• Completed applications must be submitted to afiengage@afi-global.org before 23:59 Malaysia time (UTC +8 hours) on Friday, 21 June 2024.
• Selection process will include an interview by an independent committee of policy and technical specialists. Submission of application does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

For any questions, please write to afiengage@afi-global.org or reach out to your AFI Regional Manager.

We look forward to welcoming our inaugural cohort!