Africa CDC Industrial Fellowship Programme in Vaccine Manufacturing 2026-2027
Organization: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) & AVMI
Host country: Egypt
Degree level: Masters, Doctoral
Funding: Paid Internship
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Eligible countries: All African Union (AU) Member States
Fields of study: Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomanufacturing
The Africa CDC, in collaboration with the African Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative (AVMI), has launched the Industrial Fellowship Programme in Vaccine Manufacturing. This 1-year programme (July 2026 – September 2027) is designed to equip recent graduates with the competencies outlined in the Vaccine R&D and Vaccine Manufacturing Competency Frameworks. Participants will gain valuable, hands-on experience in vaccine manufacturing over the course of the year, with a strong focus on current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The selected fellows will be placed at active vaccine manufacturing institutions in Egypt, Senegal, or South Africa, aiming to strengthen Africa's vaccine workforce to meet the continent's ambition of manufacturing 60% of its vaccine demand by 2040.
Benefits
Return flight tickets to the industrial fellowship site in Egypt, Senegal, or South Africa
Minimal stipend to support daily living expenses throughout the 1-year placement
Full coverage of visa fees
Provision of necessary documents to facilitate the visa application process
Invaluable hands-on industrial experience in vaccine manufacturing and cGMP
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of an African Union (AU) Member State
Must be a recent graduate (Bachelors or Masters) who graduated within the last 3 years
Must have a degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
Must possess a valid passport
Must be proficient in English or French
Must be available to participate in the 1-year fellowship at one of the designated manufacturing institutions
Requirements
Submission of the online application form via the official Africa CDC survey link
Commitment to complete the 1-year industrial placement from July 2026 to September 2027
Required Documents
Valid Passport
Academic degree certificates (Bachelors or Masters)
Proof of nationality from an AU Member State
Programs of Study
Industrial Fellowship in Vaccine Manufacturing (Egypt)
Industrial Fellowship in Vaccine Manufacturing (Senegal)
Industrial Fellowship in Vaccine Manufacturing (South Africa)
Application Process
Review the eligibility criteria to ensure you are a recent graduate from a relevant field
Access the official Africa CDC application portal via the provided survey link
Complete all mandatory sections of the application accurately
Submit the application strictly before the 30th April 2026 deadline
Await notification, as only selected candidates will be contacted by the 15th of May 2026
How to Apply
Women are strongly encouraged to apply, as Africa CDC welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of gender, race, or disability
Ensure your passport is valid and ready, as international travel to the host country will be required for the placement
Selection Process
Africa CDC and AVMI will establish a dedicated committee to thoroughly review all applications
Selection will be based on academic background, relevance of the degree, and potential to contribute to Africa's vaccine manufacturing workforce
Only 14 top candidates will be selected for this highly competitive cohort