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The Tony Elumelu Foundation

African Markets Internship Programme

for

(First and Second Year MBA and MPA Students)

ABOUT THE TONY ELUMELU FOUNDATION

Founded in 2010, The Tony Elumelu Foundation is an expression of the entrepreneurial vision of Tony O.

Elumelu, C.O.N., the Chairman of Heirs Holdings. It is charged with the mission of driving Africas economic

development by enhancing the competitiveness of the African private sector. As a premier pan-African-focused

not-for-profit institution, The Tony Elumelu Foundation is dedicated to the promotion and celebration of

entrepreneurship and excellence in business leadership across the continent.

The Foundation strives to deploy its resources to generate solutions to challenges that inhibit the growth of the

African private sector. Through its commitment to catalytic philanthropy, The Tony Elumelu Foundation seeks to

achieve its mission by enhancing the capacity of African businesses, supporting and driving policies that promote

competitiveness, deploying financial capital through impact investments, and educating public and private

sector actors through rigorous research.

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is guided by global standards, strong governance, and a commitment to

accountability. For more information, please visit: www.tonyelumelufoundation.org.

AFRICAN MARKETS INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Launched in 2011, The Tony Elumelu Foundations African Markets Internship Programme (AMIP) is a leadership

initiative designed to give MBA students with a passion for African economic development the opportunity to

obtain firsthand experience with business in emerging markets, develop essential skills, and build a network in

the fields of professional entrepreneurship, business management and policy.

The 2013 AMIP class will be comprised of MBA and MPA students from leading business and policy schools in

Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, selected to work as associates with fast-growing African-owned and

operated enterprises across multiple sectors. Selected associates will participate in a highly structured 10-weekprogramme in which they will gain, produce and contribute to knowledge, processes, and projects that can help

to strengthen and grow the enterprise and contribute to job creation, economic growth and innovation.

Associates will also enjoy retreats, sightseeing, social events, and opportunities to learn and explore the

different facets of the continent. Candidates with a long-term interest in Sub-Saharan Africa entrepreneurial and

employment opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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The 2013 programme will span a number of sectors including media, manufacturing, consulting, private equity,

impact investing, oil and gas, agribusiness, and ICT. Associates will have the option to serve in any of 10 host

cities:

West Africao Dakar, Senegalo Accra, Ghanao Lagos and Abuja,Nigeria

Central Africao Douala, Cameroono Libreville, Gabon

Southern Africao Lusaka, Zambiao Maputo, Mozambique

East Africao Kigali, Rwandao Nairobi, Kenya

There will also be select placements in private-sector-facing public-sector agencies focused on driving the

competitiveness of the African private sector.

Associates will be expected to produce deliverables related to their job functions and based on the problemspresented and solutions required by each host business. Projects range from new-product development to

African growth strategies to organisational restructuring. This will give associates a rare opportunity to work

closely with entrepreneurs and executive teams, produce and make executive presentations, and inform

strategic decision-making.

Associates will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with well-regarded Africa-based professionals

during AMIP seminars. There are also opening and closing ceremonies to ensure AMIP associates have the

chance to experience and enjoy some of Africas most bustling cities and surrounding communities. At the

conclusion of the programme, associates will become part of a life-long network of emerging business leaders

and entrepreneurs in Africa that will be cultivated through ongoing Foundation programmes and activities.

REQUIREMENTS

Advanced degree (completed or in progress) in business administration or public policy from a globallyranked institution

At least two years of work experience in fields related to finance, strategy consulting, andentrepreneurship

Strong interest in African markets; broad interest in emerging markets

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CRITERIA FOR SUCCESS

We seek highly motivated people with outstanding credentials and a strong record of professional

accomplishment. In addition, we place high value on:

An eagerness to work in a creative, dynamic mission-driven environment Flexibility, resourcefulness, responsibility, resilience, tenacity, independence, energy, humility and

selfconfidence

A proven ability to think analytically, critically and possessing the agility to translate ideas and insightsinto action through coherent and viable initiatives

An action-oriented, entrepreneurial person who is a self-starter that can work independently, as well asin teams

COMPENSATION

The programme will cover costs for visas, accommodations, in-country transportation, leisure travel and food (or

meals).

SELECTION AND PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

There are three application deadlines. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early, however, as there

are limited spaces. Preferred cities and company assignments are made based on qualifications on a first come,

first served basis.

v Application Deadline 1: December 31, 2013v Application Deadline 2: February 28, 2013v Application Deadline 3: March29, 2013

Interested students are encouraged to seek existing school-based social sector and related financial aid or other

funds to defray the cost of round-trip transportation to Lagos. TEF will provide limited need-based scholarships

to successful applications on a competitive first come, first served basis.

To apply, please visit www.tonyelumelufoundation.org on or after October 31, 2012.

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