2012 AGRODEP Membership Extension

AGRODEP has launched its third membership application round. To be considered for membership, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

* Must be citizen of an African country
* Must be based in Africa
* Must have obtained a Ph.D. within the last 15 years, currently   pursuing a Ph.D. degree, or obtained a Master’s degree            combined with technical skills and experience.

Other factors considered in the selection process are the level and nature of applicants’ technical skills as well as publications.

Currently, AGRODEP brings together fifty five researchers from twenty one different countries of Africa. The Consortium provides its members with free access to cutting-edge economic research tools, data, and training as well as opportunities to apply for competitive research grants. In addition, as an AGRODEP member, you become part of a large network of researchers and experts from Africa and beyond.

You can apply online by completing either the English version or the French version of the application form.  If you prefer, you can also download the English version or the French version of the application form in Microsoft Word format and email it to info-agrodep@agrodep.org. Please complete and return the application form by March 15, 2012. AGRODEP will review your application and notify you about the decision by April 1, 2012.

To learn more about AGRODEP visit the following link: http://www.agrodep.org/about.