Africa of Our Dream Education Initiative (AODI)

About the job

Company Description

Africa of Our Dream Initiative (AODI) is a nonprofit focused on empowering youth and women across Africa through education, mentorship, and capacity building. Through strategic programs and partnerships, AODI supports the academic and professional advancement of African changemakers.

Role Description

AODI is recruiting volunteer Academic Mentors in the field of Law for its flagship Global Mentorship Program (GMP). Mentors will guide aspiring African legal scholars who are preparing for graduate school applications and competitive scholarship opportunities abroad.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one academic mentorship to mentees pursuing law-related graduate programs

Review and provide feedback on personal statements, research proposals, and academic CVs

Advise on program selection, application strategy, and timelines

Share scholarship opportunities and relevant resources

Help mentees build strong, competitive applications

Join occasional group seminars or panel sessions (optional)

Qualifications

Required:

Currently enrolled in or graduated from an LL.M. program in Law

Strong understanding of the graduate admissions and scholarship process

Preferred:

Have received or applied for competitive scholarships

Available for monthly check-ins and flexible mentoring over 6 months

Benefits

Shape the academic journey of future African legal leaders

Join a global network of mentors and changemakers

Recognition and certificate of service upon completion

Meaningful, impact-driven volunteer experience

Industries:Non-profit Organization Management

Function: Legal/ Lawyer