OIC-COMSTECH YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM

Call for application is open 31 March, 2025

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Introduction

The COMSTECH Youth Leaders Program (CYLP) is a groundbreaking initiative by the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMSTECH). The program is designed to empower and equip the youth of OIC member states with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities necessary to lead advancements in science, technology, and socio-economic development.

In alignment with the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the developmental needs of OIC member states, the CYLP provides a unique platform for young professionals to work at OIC-COMSTECH Secretariat for a period of 3-6 month. This initiative will enable them to engage with policy issues, develop innovative solutions, and foster collaborations, and propose activities which promote S&T cooperation among OIC member states that address pressing global challenges.

Focus Areas

The CYLP will concentrate on policy issues and activities related to the following priority areas:

Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, Environment and Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Future Technologies, Manufacturing (CAD & CAM), Science Communication, S&T Policy, Water Resource Management, etc

Program Objectives

The CYLP aims to achieve the following key objectives:

• Empowering Future Leaders: Equip young professionals with advanced skills and global perspectives to take on leadership roles in their fields.
• Promoting Innovation: Encourage the development of creative solutions to address global challenges, including climate change, poverty, and education access.
• Strengthening Collaboration: Build networks among institutions and scientists across OIC member states to facilitate the exchange of experiences, knowledge, and best practices.
• Fostering Inclusivity: Ensure representation from diverse social, economic, and gender backgrounds, creating an equitable platform for sustainable growth.

Eligibility Criteria

The CYLP is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Age: Below 35 years.
• Education: 16 years or above
• Applicants must be from an OIC Member Country
• Proficiency in English, Arabi or French is essential.
• Commitment: Willingness to commit to a 3–6-month training program at OIC-COMSTECH Islamabad, Pakistan.

Expected Outcomes

• Capacity Building: Young leaders equipped with the tools and expertise to drive change in their home countries.
• Policy Advancement: Enhanced policymaking capabilities in critical areas.
• Collaboration: A robust network of youth leaders committed to advancing the shared goals of OIC member states.
• Innovation and Impact: Tangible solutions to pressing global challenges through youth-led initiatives and collaborations.

Certificate will be issued, confirming professional training/working at the headquarters of a multilateral organizations.

Contact Info:

For any query, Please contact on the below given Email address or Landline number.

Mr. Abdul Haleem Asghar
Focal Person-Awards & Programs (Africa), COMSTECH
Tel: +92-51-9220681-3
Email: abdulhaleem@comstech.org

Mr. Umer Ali
Programme Officer,
Phone No. : 92 51 9220681-3
COMSTECH Secretariat, 33-Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad, Pakistan
Email: umerali@comstech.org