We are looking for middle and senior women managers across not-for-profit, government and corporate sectors. To be eligible to apply, you must meet the minimum selection criteria:
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Provide written confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity from an incorporated Indigenous organisation or Land Council.
Hold a mid-level to senior management role (i.e., CEO, or no more than three levels down from CEO)
Demonstrate three or more years of general experience as a leader. This includes managing any size of team or team leaders
Have two or more years general management experience (i.e., business unit, line or functional management incorporating key responsibilities such as P&L management, strategic planning and people leadership)
Demonstrate ongoing connection and commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Inclusions and Obligations
Applicants are required to select a course from the Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Kennedy School, INSEAD Singapore, or Saïd Business School program
The total cost of the course and travel (up to $3,000 AUD) must be within $21,000 AUD. As the exchange rate fluctuates, any difference that takes the total cost over $21,000 AUD will need to be covered by the successful candidate
Applicants must complete their course within 12 months of receiving the scholarship (i.e. 31 December 2026)
The recipient(s) will be required to write a report about her scholarship experience and may be asked to speak at CEW and Aurora Education Foundation events
On completion of the course, the recipient(s) will become a member of the CEW and Aurora Education Foundation alumni communities
