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-week programme 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.

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 Africa o Dakar, Senegal o Accra, Ghana o Lagos and Abuja,Nigeria Central Africa o Douala, Cameroon o Libreville, Gabon Southern Africa o Lusaka, Zambia o Maputo, Mozambique East Africa o Kigali, Rwanda o 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 problems presented 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 globally ranked institution At least two years of work experience in fields related to finance, strategy consulting, and entrepreneurship Strong interest in African markets; broad interest in emerging markets

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 insights into action through coherent and viable initiatives An action-oriented, entrepreneurial person who is a self-starter that can work independently, as well as in 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, 2013 v Application Deadline 2: February 28, 2013 v 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.