Call for Applications: Y-ACT Youth Steering Committee (YSC) 2026 Cohort for Africa’s Subregions
Job Description
Y-ACT, an initiative of Amref Health Africa, is inviting applications from passionate and experienced young leaders across Africa and the diaspora to join its Youth Steering Committee (YSC) for the 2026–2028 term.
The YSC serves as a strategic advisory body that promotes meaningful youth engagement in Y-ACT’s programming, advocacy, and policy influence across Africa and beyond.
Background
Y-ACT established the Youth Steering Committee to strengthen youth participation in shaping its priorities and initiatives. The platform provides young people with an opportunity to contribute strategic insights, amplify youth voices, and influence policies and programmes that reflect the realities and aspirations of young people.
The Terms of Reference (ToR) outlines the structure, roles, responsibilities, and accountability framework guiding the YSC.
Management
The YSC functions as an advisory body providing strategic counsel to Y-ACT. Members will contribute to shaping programmes, partnerships, and advocacy priorities while promoting accountability to meaningful youth engagement commitments.
Members’ contributions will be clearly defined through individual work plans aligned with their expertise and availability.
Key Responsibilities
Selected members will be expected to:
- Provide strategic input into Y-ACT’s priorities, programmes, and partnerships.
- Advise on youth-focused initiatives and opportunities to expand impact.
- Contribute to regional and global engagements, consultations, and advocacy platforms.
- Support knowledge development through thought pieces, reports, and policy inputs.
- Represent youth perspectives and promote accountability in Y-ACT’s youth engagement approach.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be 18–35 years old at the time of application.
- Have proven experience in youth engagement, advocacy, policy, or development initiatives.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of youth-related issues at the national, regional, or continental level.
- Be able to commit to active participation, collaboration, and defined deliverables.
Composition & Tenure
- Six (6) members will be selected, representing Africa’s five subregions — North, West, Central, East, and Southern Africa — as well as the diaspora.
- Strong emphasis will be placed on gender balance, diversity, and inclusion.
- Members will serve a two-year term, including a six-month probationary period.
Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- An open and competitive application process.
- Shortlisting and interviews based on experience, strategic thinking, and alignment with Y-ACT’s values.
- Final selection based on regional representation, diversity, and collective expertise.
Benefits & Support
Selected members will have the opportunity to:
- Influence continental youth policy and programming.
- Participate in high-level regional and global engagements.
- Access networks, learning opportunities, and visibility platforms.
- Receive recognition through certificates, recommendations, and public acknowledgment.
- Receive a modest honorarium and participation support, where applicable.
Deadline: 31 August 2026