Join a team of passionate young Africans building the continent’s premier youth research and policy institution.
PAYI Fellows join a lifelong network of African researchers, policymakers and advocates committed to transforming the continent.
Your work reaches policymakers and youth networks across all 54 AU member states.
Evidence and rigour guide everything we do. We invest in your research and academic growth.
Work from anywhere in Africa or the diaspora, with periodic in-person convenings.
Every role directly advances Africa’s youth development agenda — work that genuinely matters.
Learn directly from our Board of Advisors and senior research fellows.
Your contributions are credited in PAYI’s publications and public communications.
Review current roles, fellowships and internship opportunities on this page.
Send your CV and a short cover note explaining your interest and fit.
Shortlisted candidates are invited for a conversation with the PAYI team.
Successful candidates begin onboarding into PAYI’s mission and culture.
Send us a brief message introducing yourself and explaining how you would like to contribute to PAYI’s mission.