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ARIPO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAMME (YPP) 2026
The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), a key regional partner of the Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA), is inviting applications to its Young Professionals Programme (YPP) for 2026. This is a structured, 24-month professional development opportunity designed for recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in Intellectual Property, leadership, and administrative work across ARIPO's mandate.
The programme targets individuals who obtained their first degree within the last five years in fields such as:
- Business Studies
- Business Administration
- Business Analytics
- Project Management
- Strategic Management
- Law
- Telecommunications
Eligible applicants must be nationals of ARIPO Member States. Zambia is one of the ARIPO Member States, making this an excellent opportunity for qualified Zambian nationals.
The placement is based at ARIPO Headquarters in Harare, Zimbabwe, with an expected start date of April 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to download the full document for detailed eligibility criteria and application instructions.