NURTURING A NEW GENERATION OF
PUBLIC SERVICE
PROFESSIONALS
Developing the next generation of public service professionals
At Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana, we firmly believe that the bedrock of Ghana’s development and economic prosperity lies in the strength of its Public Service Institutions. Our mission is crystal clear: to empower the next generation of Ghanaian youth with the knowledge, skills, and network required to become effective, sector-strengthening agents of change within Ghana’s Public Service.
A New Chapter in Public Service Begins — Fellowship Applications Are Now Open
Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation officially opened the 2026 Public Service Fellowship applications to young university graduates interested in joining the Public Sector.
The Public Service Fellowship is looking for committed individuals who are ready to be part of a new generation of leaders transforming the Public Sector from within.
This is more than an opportunity — it is a call to action for those who believe that lasting change begins with a reformed Public Service.
our Core Values
Value Based Leadership
We are committed to developing leaders whose decisions are guided by strong values and a deep sense of purpose. Our fellows lead with empathy, responsibility, and a vision for the public good.
Partnership
We believe in the power of collaboration. By fostering strong partnerships across sectors and communities, we create meaningful connections that drive collective impact and sustainable change in public service.
Integrity
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do. We uphold honesty, accountability, and ethical conduct, ensuring that our actions consistently reflect the highest moral and professional standards.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in all aspects of our work, from program delivery to leadership development. We continuously strive to exceed expectations and empower our fellows to achieve their highest potential.
Sustainability
We are dedicated to creating long-term impact by nurturing leadership that ensures continuity, resilience, and innovation in Ghana’s public sector and beyond.
Transparency
We embrace openness and clear communication in our processes, operations, and relationships. Transparency builds trust and reinforces our credibility as a public service organization.
EPL Ghana doesn’t just train leaders; we transform Ghana’s public service from the inside out. We rigorously select and embed Africa’s brightest young professionals within key government institutions, ensuring that leadership and innovation are championed from within the civil service to drive sustainable national development.
Our Impact in Numbers
210+
Fellows Trained
190+
Fellows Working Full Time
50+
Public Institutions
80%
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
Explore some of our PROJECTS
Public Service Fellowship
The Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) Public Service Fellowship is a transformative one-year journey of growth, innovation, and leadership. service.
Women on the Rise
The Women on the Rise Project is a transformative initiative addressing systemic barriers that prevent women from leadership in Ghana’s Public Service.
P.E.A.C.E
The Professional Engaged Against Conflict & Endangerment (P.E.A.C.E) Fellowship is a 12-month initiative led by Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Ghana.
Testimonials
What Fellows say
