Learning Brief - Early Lessons from Africa Careers Network - A Partner Perspective

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Title
Learning Brief - Early Lessons from Africa Careers Network - A Partner Perspective
Author
Sharmi Surianarain; Ansi Harford
Year
2016
Abstract
This document, a learning brief from the Africa Careers Network (ACN), details early lessons learned in assisting Mastercard Foundation Scholars and African Leadership Academy (ALA) graduates in securing jobs in Africa. It highlights the opportunities and challenges within the African job market and explains how ACN acts as a platform connecting talented individuals with employers. The brief outlines the support ACN provides, including career coaching and a web portal. It also examines the considerations for scholars returning to Africa and offers recommendations for ACN, partner universities, and scholars to enhance job placement success.
Resource Subject
  • Employment
Keywords/Access Points
Africa Careers Network (ACN); Scholars Program; Scholars; Job Placement; Career Development; Job Market; Return to Africa
Geographic Locations
  • Africa
Language
  • English
Archival Record ID
MFA.2024.0261