Women GAIN Rwanda leadership application worksheet

 

This worksheet helps applicants engage with the questions in advance, allowing them to reflect on their experiences and aspirations before starting the application. It serves as a preparation tool to ensure thoughtful and well-prepared responses.

 

Selection Criteria​

1. Are you currently working or volunteering in a position that requires you to lead or manage others in your place of employment or your community, school, church, or another place?

2. Is the applicant a young woman between 18-30?

3. Does the applicant have a smartphone or computer?

4. Is the applicant currently living in Kigali?

 

Education Background

1. What is your education level?

 

Leadership Experience

1. what position do you hold, and where? What are your key responsibilities in this role?

2. Have you ever led a team project?

3. Which of the following best describes your current involvement in leadership?

 

Goals

1. Which of these statements do you feel closest represents how you think about your professional and personal life focus or goals?

2. What are the most pressing challenges you aim to address in your community, and why?

 

Community Engagement

1. What has been your primary motivation for community work?

 

Aspiration and Vision

1. Why do you want to join the Women GAIN Rwanda leadership program?

2. What are your leadership goals?

 

Writing Skills Test
How do you relate this program to your mission?
In 300 words maximum, write about your expectations from the program, how they relate to your mission, and how they will help you achieve it.

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Gender Equality Awareness

1. How important do you believe gender equality is in leadership?

2. Would you encourage other women to take leadership roles?

 

Availability and Commitment

1. Are you able to commit to attending all training sessions and activities?

2. How much time can you dedicate to this program each week?