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Are you a female C-suite leader looking to take your career to the next level? Our “Onboard her” program is designed just for YOU.

  • Cohort-based
  • Virtual Program
  • Networking with peers across Africa
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A program designed to provide women with the

Competence, Confidence and Connections 

required to be on a board as a director who delivers value.

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Onboard Her Board Readiness Program addresses the gender gaps that exists on Boards by building an ecosystem that nurtures a network of board-ready female candidates  and connecting them with these opportunities.

Target Audience

Women ready to apply their expertise and influence to board leadership roles in corporations, high-growth start-ups, venture-backed enterprises, and mission-driven organizations

Learning Approcah

Masterclasses, mentoring sessions, peer learning, case studies, assignments, and role plays designed to deepen your understanding and readiness for board roles.

Other Benefits

Access to exclusive information on board roles and vacancies from organizations across Africa

Program Selection Criteria

Application

The application process is competitive and based on an assessment of the applicant’s skills and experience along with their suitability to take on a Board role in the near future. Companies can also sponsor their top performers to attend the program

Career Goals

Applicants should aspire to join a board within the next 1-3 years with clear readiness to complete the program, as assessed through your application and CV

Experience

Applicants must currently be in a senior or C-suite level role with a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience within a business or a relevant sector of your industry.

Availability

Applicants must be available to commit to 4 hours of learning weekly for the duration of the program.

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  • 2–4 hours per week to fully engage in all program events and activities
  • All Modules will be taught virtually
  • Every module is covered in a 2-hour meeting that takes place on Saturdays and 1-2 hours of self-directed and peer activities during the week

Applicants will receive notification of the status of their applications within 5 working days. Successful applicants will be sent payment links. Cost depends on when payment is made. 

  • Early Bird Application (Closes August 30th 2025) – $230
  • Standard Application – $260
  • Late Application – $300

Refer to the program timelines to see the deadlines for each application window.

  • Applications Open: August 5, 2025.
  • Early Applications Close: August 31, 2025
  • Standard Applications Close: September 21, 2025
  • Late applications Close: September 30, 2025
  • Onboarding of Selected Participants : October 1-3, 2025
  • Classes Start : October, 4, 2025.

Hear from our Alumnae

With a 100% net promoter score, hear what some of our alumnae have to say:

"The program provided several networking and collaborative opportunities. I enjoyed the opportunity to interact with fellow participants and learn from their varied viewpoints and experiences through group projects and interactive sessions. I got a Board Appointment within 6 months of completing the program."
Priscar SikombeZambia
Priscar Sikombe
"I am forever indebted to PAWEN for this opportunity. This is one of the best choices I made for my career this year. The facilitators were excellent, and they left me with plenty to think about and implement."
Caroline AgabaUganda
Caroline Agaba
"I have gained much more than I bargained for during this program. The skills and knowledge gained during this program are invaluable and will stay with me forever. I apply these skills daily at work and in my personal life. Professionally, I have started integrating the lessons learned into building my personal brand and strategic networking initiatives to build an influential network "
Marie-James Sibe (Ph.D.)Nigeria
Marie-James Sibe (Ph.D.)
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Our faculty

Akofa

Deputy Managing Director,
Bank of Africa, Kenya

Andrea

Director Risk Consulting, Forvis Mazars

Damilola

Partner, Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Non Executive Director Chipper Cash

Daniela

Board Member,
Banco Nacional de Angola

Ina

Group Director, Digital Transformation, ARM
Board Member, Fintech Centre , Uni. of East London
Board Member, PAWEN

Ololade

Women on Boards
Doctoral Researcher

Seun

Founder, Voice Over Academy
Board Member, Voice & Speech Trainers Association

Seyi

Founder PAWEN

Sunday

Finance and Investment Professional

Tobi

Board Director, Amret MFI Board Director, FIDO Credit,

Tope

CFO UAC Foods Ltd Non Executive Director Livestock Feeds Plc

Tunbosun

Managing Director PRO ALLY

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Board Journey

Start your Board journey with this webinar, facilitated by a member of our Onboard Her Faculty – Mrs. Oluwatobi Boshoro – A n experienced Board Director with Board Experience across continents; Learn what you need to know to kickstart your Board Journey and get a glimpse of the practical learning you can expect on the Onboard Her Program

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