Call for Application

YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
2026 - 2027

Empowering young graduates with digital and leadership skills to drive social change and foster entrepreneurship in Zanzibar communities. A transformative 8-month initiative in partnership with Digital Opportunity Trust and the Mastercard Foundation.

Pamoja Youth Initiative (PYI) Zanzibar, Tanzania Duration: 8 Months

How to Apply

Prepare these documents before starting your application:

CV / Resume
(PDF Format)
Edu Certificate
(PDF or Image)
Cover Letter
(PDF Format)

Key Timeline

Final Deadline 31st Mar 2026
Announcement of Finalists 15th Apr 2026
Induction & Training 20th-29th Apr
Official Deployment 20th May 2026
Program Ends 25th Nov 2026

Step 1: Read the official details

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Step 2: Submit your application

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Our Core Values

These values drive our policies, strategies, and relationships with our beneficiaries, partners, and stakeholders.

Accountability

We take personal accountability in all our actions and expect the same from our partners.

Leadership

Imparting a leadership mindset to young people for positive societal change.

Sustainability

Striving for lasting impact through sustainable solutions and practices.

Empowerment

Building a society where youth are empowered to create positive change.

Diversity

Creating an inclusive culture where difference is valued and celebrated.

Collaboration

Working together to spearhead positive transformation across borders.

Resource Centre

PYI Certificate

Official Registration
Voices Toolkit (EN)

English Edition
Voices Toolkit (SW)

Swahili Edition
Annual Report 2019

Impact Summary
Reflect and Act

Strategy Guide
Organization Profile

Full Overview

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Empowering Local Talents

Our Global Leadership

Mr. Rashid

Mr. Rashid Mwinyi

Executive Director

Dedicated leader committed to sustainable youth development and community empowerment across Zanzibar.
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Ms. Ummy

Ms. Ummul-kulthum

ICT Officer

GEO-ICT professional focusing on social digital growth, education, and digital literacy pathways for youth.
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Mr. Mussa

Mr. Mussa Mbwara

Finance Manager

Expert in financial management and administration, ensuring institutional transparency and accountability.
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Ms. Twalaa

Ms. Twalaa Khamis

Office Admin

Highly skilled in office coordination and support, bridging the gap between operations and community impact.
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Mr. Suleiman

Mr. Suleiman Abdulla

Communication & Partnership

Strategic communicator dedicated to empowering youth and catalyzing socio-economic development through media.
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Mr. Daud

Mr. Daud Kassim

MEL Manager

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning expert focused on tracking impact through data-driven strategies.
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Ms. Zulekha

Ms. Zulekha Khatib

Inclusion Officer

Dedicated to gender equality and inclusive delivery, ensuring no youth is left behind in development.
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Our Partners

Working together with global and local organizations.

ABS Foundation
Amplify Girls
ForumCiv
EISA
Save the Children
SMZ
ZCRF
Adventure
IIED
ZAFAYCO
Pact
Freedom House