About the Job
Call for Applications! Exciting Mentorship Opportunity for Female Law Students (Final Year) & Fresh Graduates
Are you a passionate female law student or young legal professional seeking to advance your career, expand your network, and gain valuable mentorship? EWLA is excited to announce its Mentorship Program, a flagship initiative under EWLA’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan to empower the next generation of women leaders in the legal field, to foster a systemic pathway for women to enter and thrive in legal careers, and to equip women legal professionals with Practical skills.
Strategic fit (EWLA 2026–2030)
This program directly advances EWLA’s mission and Core Program which is Professional Empowerment & Legal Networking, by:
- Structured mentorship and networking opportunities for fresh female graduates and final-year students, And
- Facilitate high-impact mentorship and networking platforms that connect female graduates with senior professionals in the legal field to bridge the transition from education to professional influence.
What the Program Offers:
- One-on-one mentorship with senior legal practitioners over six months (monthly face-to-face and virtual sessions).
- Practical exposure
- Capacity-building sessions to strengthen your skills.
- Networking opportunities with mentors and fellow mentees to share experiences and knowledge.
- Certificate of completion and a mentor endorsement letter upon successful participation.
Who Should Apply (Eligibility):
- Female law students enrolled in Ethiopian universities and affiliated academic institutions (final‑year/5th‑year students).
- Young female law graduates seeking mentorship and capacity-building opportunities
- Committed to attending monthly mentorship sessions (both in person and online) and actively participating in program activities.
- Priority will be given to applicants with high GPA scores.
steps and required documents:
- Submit your application:
- Online: Complete the online application form, indicating your preferred sector of interest, via the EWLA application link: https://forms.gle/akK6HKfDrZHqwMmL6
- Application deadline:
- Applications deadline- August 16, 2026.
- Selection Timeline:
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- Final selection and notification: August,20, 2026.
- Program start date: September 2, 2026 (orientation week).
Support for applicants with accessibility needs
If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or program activities (disability access, translation, or other support), please indicate on your application. EWLA will make reasonable efforts to support participation.
Confidentiality and ethics
All application information will be treated confidentially. Selected mentees will sign a code of conduct setting expectations for client confidentiality, ethical mentoring relationships, and respectful participation.
Contact and questions: For inquiries or assistance, please contact:
- Focal person:
- Mahder Dawit – 0983045593
- Elias Terfessa – 0983930210
