AfriMAB GRÓ-LRT Land Restoration Fellowships 2027 for African Biosphere Reserve Professionals

AfriMAB and Iceland’s GRÓ Land Restoration Training Programme (GRÓ LRT) are offering fully funded fellowships for African professionals working in biosphere reserves to spend six months in Iceland gaining advanced training in ecosystem restoration.

What it offers

• A six-month fellowship in Iceland starting 26 February 2027, combining coursework and an individual restoration project.
• Fully funded coverage including tuition, travel, health insurance, and a living stipend.
• Upon completion, fellows receive a postgraduate diploma and 30 ECTS university credits from the Agricultural University of Iceland.

Who can apply

• Professionals from African biosphere reserves engaged in ecosystem restoration.
• Candidates must:
  • Hold at least one university degree in ecology, natural sciences, environmental management, or related fields.
  • Have at least one year of relevant experience working in a biosphere reserve.
  • Be able to communicate in English.
  • Be under the age of 40.
• Exceptions may be made for candidates with extensive relevant experience but without the formal education requirement.

How to apply

• Submit via an online application form:
  • A letter of motivation.
  • A CV.
  • A letter of endorsement from the applicant’s biosphere reserve.
  • A letter of endorsement from the national MAB Focal Point or MAB Committee.
  • Certificates of academic achievement.
• All documents must be uploaded in PDF format.
• The deadline for applications is 10 September 2026.