DA: Young Leaders Programme 2023
DA: Young Leaders Programme 2023 has become available for South African youth who spot themselves as game-changers or innovators If interested, kindly check the below requirements. STREAK OF LUCK!
Democratic Alliance invites applicants to apply for a 12-month Young Leaders Programme 2023.
Company: Democratic Alliance (DA)
Date Listed: 09 August 2022
Job Type: Part Time
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 31 August 2022 @ 17h00
The DA’s Young Leaders Programme (YLP) is a political leadership learning and development programme for South Africans between the ages of 18 and 35 who align themselves with the DA’s values of Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity. Participants of the programme are highly motivated individuals, interested in pursuing a career in politics or the public service, with the aim of creating One Nation with One Future.
Over the course of one year, participants of the programme will be given the chance to broaden their political knowledge, critical thinking and communication skills. Participants will also get to know themselves, and their personal leadership style and development needs a lot better during dedicated sessions on leadership and personal development. In addition, Young Leaders will be required to conceptualise and undertake a leadership project, giving them a unique opportunity to expand their influence, self-awareness and emotional maturity, so that they can become dynamic, resilient leaders who are able to tackle politics on the national stage.
What do we look for in a potential Young Leader?
Young Leaders are individuals who are already making a difference where they are. They are known for the values and principles they live by, and are committed to not only bringing about change in their communities, but to also growing and developing their own potential. Our Young Leaders are able to align their own personal value set to the DA’s liberal values, and are passionate about working hard towards a better South Africa, considering politics and government as a serious career option for their own future.
Young Leaders are innovators and dreamers. They are never complacent or content with how things are; they are always aspiring to greater heights, rising to new challenges, and willing to learn more.
Young Leaders typically demonstrate many of the following characteristics:
- A personal ideological alignment to the DA’s vision of One Nation with One Future, rooted in our values of Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity;
- A high level of interest in, and knowledge about, South African politics and current affairs;
- An excellent understanding of the DA’s principles and policies;
- A demonstrable leadership track record;
- Examples and evidence of having taken initiative, stepping outside normal roles to start something new;
- The ability to argue and reason well;
- Passion, drive and confidence;
- An authentic motivation to be actively involved in politics in future;
- A high level of self-awareness, maturity and emotional intelligence;
- Involvement in the DA.
Will I be able to work/study full-time and participate in this Programme if I am selected?
Almost all Young Leaders either work full time or study at a tertiary institution. The YLP is a part-time course, and can fit into participants’ schedules, but will require effective time management and planning. We recommend that applicants give serious consideration to their workload and current obligations prior to applying for the Young Leaders Programme as the programme is a serious and time consuming commitment.
Do I need a tertiary qualification to apply?
There are no specific qualifications required in order to apply. The YLP is open to all South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35.
How many Young Leaders are selected?
A national group of approximately 15-20 Young Leaders are selected annually.
The Application Process Who can apply?
The YLP is open to all young South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35, with a track-record of leadership excellence. These applicants must share the DA’s vision and must have proven themselves to be passionate leaders set on making a difference in South Africa. Participants must either be living in South Africa, or if they are temporarily abroad, be returning to South Africa in time for the start of the programme. The Young Leaders Programme does not cover international traveling costs.
How to Apply for DA: Young Leaders Programme 2023
CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR DEMOCRATIC ALLIANCE YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMME
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