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ExxonMobil Graduate Engineer Entry-level Recruitment 2018 for young Nigerians

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Alternate Location: Nigeria : Eket || Nigeria : Lagos

Job Segment: Electronics Engineer, Engineer, Electrical, Engineering

The Role

The successful candidate will undergo on-the-job training in various engineering skill areas to prepare him/her for assignments in any designated engineering aspect of oil and gas production anywhere in Nigeria.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have a strong, fundamental background in problem-solving, as well as a good understanding of engineering concepts and must be self-motivated with the ability to make effective individual contributions within a functional team. The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:

  • At least a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second Class Upper Division(2.1) in any of the following engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Petroleum, Electrical/Electronics, Industrial & Production, Subsea, Material & Metallurgical
  • A maximum of three (3) continuous years of relevant industry experience. Recent graduates with no previous experience can apply
  •  NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
  •  Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  •  Readiness to work in our various work locations
  •  Open to changing priorities and work load.

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ExxonMobil Graduate Entry-level Recruitment 2018 

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TechWomen Emerging Leaders Program 2019 for Women in STEM to study in the United States of America (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: January 16th 2019

TechWomen brings emerging women leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) from Africa, Central and South Asia, and the Middle East together with their professional counterparts in the United States for a mentorship and exchange program. TechWomen provides participants access to networks, resources, and knowledge to empower them to reach their full potential.

During the five-week program, participants engage in project-based mentorships at leading companies in the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley, participate in professional development workshops and networking events, and travel to Washington, DC. for targeted meetings and special events to conclude the program.

TechWomen is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). TechWomen, launched in 2011, supports the United States’ global commitment toward advancing the rights and participation of women and girls around the world by enabling them to reach their full potential in the tech industry.

TechWomen is managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE).

2019 TechWomen Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be women with, at minimum, two years full-time professional experience in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. Please note that internships and other unpaid work experience does not count toward the two-year professional experience requirement.
  • Have, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree/four-year university degree or equivalent.
  • Be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Be citizens and permanent residents of Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan or Zimbabwe at the time of application and while participating in the program.
  • Be eligible to obtain a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa.
  • Not have applied for an immigrant visa to the United States (other than the Diversity Immigrant Visa, also known as the “visa lottery”) in the past five years.
  • Not hold U.S. citizenship or be a U.S. legal permanent resident.

Preference will be given to applicants who:

  • Demonstrate themselves as emerging leaders in their chosen professional track through their work experience, volunteer experience, community activities and education.
  • Are committed to return to their home countries to share what they have learned and mentor women and girls.
  • Have limited or no prior experience in the United States.
  • Have a proven record of voluntary or public service in their communities.
  • Have a demonstrated track record of entrepreneurialism and commitment to innovation.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to participate in exchange programs, welcome opportunities for mentoring and new partnership development, and exhibit confidence and maturity.

Benefits:

Covered Costs

The following costs are covered by the TechWomen program:

  • Roundtrip international airfare from participant home country to the United States
  • Domestic airfare from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
  • Housing in San Francisco or Sunnyvale, California during the mentorship period
  • Meals and incidentals
  • Hotel stay in Washington, D.C.
  • Public transportation to the participant’s host company
  • Local transportation to group program events in the San Francisco Bay Area and Washington, D.C.

Participants are responsible for the cost of any non program activities such as independent sightseeing and cultural events, as well as any non program-related domestic or international travel.

Housing

TechWomen participants will be housed in San Francisco or Mountain View, California, depending on the location of the participant’s host company. Participants will share an apartment with a fellow Emerging Leader. Each participant will have her own private bedroom, while the living room and kitchen will be shared.

The TechWomen program is unable to accommodate participants’ spouses, children, or other dependents.

Please note that details are subject to change. Due to the fast-paced nature of the program, arrival and departure dates for selected participants are not flexible.

Selection Timeline

The 2019 TechWomen application will open on November 20, 2018 and close at 09:00AM PST (GMT-08:00) on January 16, 2019. Semifinalists will be contacted via email in/around March 2019. Final decisions will be made no later than May 17, 2019. All applicants will be notified of the results of their application.

Important Dates

November 20, 2018: 2019 program application opens
January 16, 2019: 2019 program application closes
March 2018: Semifinalists are contacted
May 2018: Final selection decisions are made
September – October 2019: U.S. TechWomen program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the TechWomen Emerging Leaders Program 2019

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Call for Applications: The Civic Hive fellowship program 2019 for young Nigerian Tech Innovators

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Application Deadline: December 21, 2018 (5:00p.m. WAT).

Do you have an idea in governance, Civic Participation and Institutional Efficiency that solves problems using civic technology? Then the Civic Hive Fellowship is for you!

The Civic Hive fellowship program started last year where it featured solutions that are fixing Nigeria, one at a time. The focus is to deepen the civic technology and government technology space in Nigeria, thus strengthening the ability of citizens to influence sustainable change. Civic Hive is focused on strengthening the bond between citizens and the government geared towards a more equitable society that works for all.

Benefits:

  • Civic Hive will provide a monthly stipend of N150,000 meant to cover feeding and accommodation. We will also hold two rounds of engagements with donors and stakeholders on the ideas to receive feedback and potential support.
  • Other sessions on grant report writing, team management, finance management, and project management will be handled by the  Civic Hive Team.

Interviews:

  • Due to the number of expected applications, we will conduct reviews and interviews in January. Interviews will be done by our selected team of judges which include experienced civil society leaders, private sector experts, and ex-leads of government institutions.

Announcement:

  • Announcement of winners will be done on February 22, 2019.
  • Fellows will be informed earlier to ensure media materials are provided for the announcement.
  • The inaugural session for the 2018/2019 cohort will be on March 4, 2019, and will end on August 31, 2019.
  • Winners will be allowed to work freely,  receive mentorship for a period and additional support till December 2019.

Civic Hive does not guarantee receipt of donor/for-profit support to winners nor success of the idea. Civic Hive is open to failure and fatigue by the winners of this call and using an inclusive approach, we reserve the right to drop any of the winners along the process.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Civic Hive fellowship program 2019

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CERN Summer Students Programme 2019 for young students – Geneva, Switzerland (Funded)

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Application Deadline: January 31st 2019

Are you currently studying for a Bachelor or Master degree in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics? Are you looking for a practical training period during the European summer (June – September)? If so, this could be the opportunity for you: apply now for the CERN Summer Student Programme!

Over a period of 8 to 13 weeks, you will work on an advanced technical project in an experimental or engineering team.

During this unique and exciting time, you can attend a series of lectures specially prepared for you where experts and scientists from around the world share their knowledge about a wide range of topics in the fields of theoretical and experimental particle physics, engineering and computing. Visits to the CERN facilities, as well as discussion sessions and workshops are also key features of the programme. Find out more on the Summer Student information page: https://hr-dep.web.cern.ch/content/summer-students. A short report on your work and project at CERN will be expected at the end of your stay.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a place on the programme you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • You are a Bachelor or Master student (not PhD) in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics and should have completed, by the European Summer 2019, at least three years of full-time studies at university level.
  • You will remain registered as a student during your stay at CERN. If you expect to graduate during European summer 2019 (as of May), you are also eligible to apply.
  • You have not worked at CERN before with any other status (Technical Student, Trainee, User or other status) for more than 3 months.
  • You have a good knowledge of English; knowledge of French would be an advantage.

Candidates of all nationalities are welcome to apply for this Summer Student Programme.

Additional Information

CERN would very much like to benefit from your expertise, commitment and passion.

In return, CERN will provide you with:

  • A contract of association of 8 to 13 weeks* to work on a technical project.
  • An extensive physics lecture programme (students will also be able to attend a series of IT lectures organized by Openlab).
  • A 90 CHF per calendar day (net of tax) subsistence allowance to cover the cost of accommodation and meals in the Geneva area for a single person for the whole contract duration.
  • A travel allowance on a lump sum basis paid at the end of your stay to help you with the cost of travel between Geneva and your residence at the time of the selection committee,
  • Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive Health Insurance scheme (contribution already deducted from allowance).**
  • Assistance to find accommodation on the CERN site or nearby.

* Candidates coming from a CERN Non Member State country can stay for a duration of 8 weeks only.

Possible arrival dates

Every Monday from beginning of June to the 1st Monday in July inclusive, namely 3 June, 11 June*, 17 June, 24 June and 1 July 2019.

*Exception is Tuesday 11th June, as Monday 10th 2019 is a bank holiday at CERN.

 How to Apply

You will need the following documents to complete your application (please make sure to name the documents accordingly e.g. CV, motivation letter, academic transcript, reference letter):

  • A CV in either English or French.
  • A copy of your most recent academic transcript giving an overview of your marks (if you download it from your university portal please make sure the document is not protected so that we can open it).
  • At least one reference letter (dated less than 12 months), preferably 2, from your lecturers.

Selection procedure

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and have completed their application before the deadline will pass to the next step of the selection process. The final results of the selection procedure will be communicated to candidates by mid-April 2019.

Please note that applications may be shared with a panel of national experts for evaluation purposes.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the CERN Summer Students Programme 2019 

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Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) 2019/2020 Overseas Postgraduate (Msc & PhD) Scholarship Scheme for study in UK, France & Germany

by OFA
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Application Deadline: December 31st 2018

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), the Federal Government agency with the mandate of developing indigenous human capacity and petroleum technology to meet the needs of the oil and gas industry, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for Overseas MSc and PhD Scholarships to institutions under its UK, Germany and France strategic partnership initiative. Successful candidates will be awarded scholarships to study in these countries commencing in the 2019/2020 academic session.

The Scheme

Under this scheme, candidates are invited to apply through PTDF to specific programmes at the partner institutions in any of the countries (full list of sponsored courses is available below). The award includes the provision of flight tickets, payment of health insurance, payment of tuition and bench fees (where applicable) as well as the provision of allowances to meet the costs of accommodation and living expenses. The programmes will also include language classes to aid scholars settle into their new environments.

Selection Process, Criteria & Requirements

PTDF scholarships are highly competitive and only candidates who are outstanding across the board are selected. A selection committee will be constituted to assess applications using the following criteria;

  • Academic merit as evidenced by quality of degrees, full academic transcripts, other professional qualifications acquired, and relevant publications (where available) to be referenced by applicants
  • Awards for leadership and/or academic excellence (where available).
  • Membership of professional bodies
  • The viability of the study/research plan.
  • Applicants are required to make a case for their scholarship by submitting a statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) stating the reason(s) they want to undertake the study, the relevance of the proposed study to the oil & gas industry and its expected impact on national development.

Requirements

MSc

  1. A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) qualification in their first degree or a Second Class Lower (2.2) with relevant industry experience
  2. Must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC)
  3. Must be computer literate
  4. Possession of 5 O/level credits including English Language.

PhD

  1. Must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC)
  2. Must be computer literate
  3. A minimum of Second Class Lower (2.2) in their first degree and a good second-degree certificate;
  4. Must submit a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (of not more than 5 pages) to include: Topic, introduction, objective, methodology and mode of data collection (Click here for a sample of Ph.D. research proposal format)
  5. Applicants must also include their master’s degree project

Required Documents

Applicants are advised to scan copies of the following documents and attach to their online application forms:

  1. First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
  2. NYSC discharge certificate
  3. WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO results as well as the PIN numbers on the application forms to enable PTDF view the O’level results on the relevant website).
  4. Recent Passport Photograph
  5. Local Government Identification Letter
  6. Master’s Degree Certificate (PhD Applicants only)
  7. Evidence of membership of professional associations

IMPORTANT NOTE:

  1. Ongoing PhD Candidates could only apply provided their Universities are among the PTDF Partnership Universities as listed above;
  2. Candidates who have benefitted from any of the PTDF scholarships in the past cannot apply for the same type of programme, except a higher programme;
  3. Candidates who successfully scale through the first round of screening will be requested to submit their transcripts; all applicants are therefore advised to prepare their transcripts for submission in anticipation of such a request.

LIST OF APPROVED COURSES FOR SPONSORSHIP

Candidates may select up to 3 different courses (1st,2nd and 3rd choice) in any country or university, but are not to contact the schools directly for admissions as they will be placed in relevant universities by the PTDF

FRANCE

GERMANY

UNITED KINGDOM

Application Process:

Application Process

Apply Now for the PTDF 2019/2020 Overseas Postgraduate Scholarships

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the PTDF 2019/2020 Overseas Postgraduate Scholarships

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Leadway Assurance Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2018 for young Nigerians

by OFA
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Application Deadline: November 27th 2018

Job Category: Entry Level
 Location: Nationwide

Leadway Assurance is the leading insurance and financial services conglomerates in Nigeria with prospects in the West African sub-region. The organisation offers a performance driven and career rewarding experience for our talents, in addition to creating a work-life balance and people-friendly work environment.

As part of our growth plan, we seek vibrant, dynamic and goals driven young graduates, who wish to make a rewarding career in Nigeria’s most diversified and profitable insurance company, Leadway Assurance.

Requirements:

Leadway Assurance is recruiting Graduate Trainees for different positions within our enterprise and hereby invite applications from suitably qualified candidates who meet the understated selection criteria, amongst others:

  • Graduates from a recognised university, with a minimum of second-class, lower division
  • Must not be more than 26 years by 31st December 2018
  • Must have completed the national youth service (NYSC)

Application should be submitted by completing the online application portal on our career site clicking on the link below.

Successful candidates will go through a period of training and orientation program before final selection and deployment to the business.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Leadway Assurance Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2018

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Deloitte Nigeria 2018 recruitment for Chartered Accountants: Fresh Graduates & Experienced Accountants

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Application Deadline: unspecified

Do you have what it takes to make an impact that matters? Then you can be part of our prestigious firm!

At Deloitte, our talents are our most valuable assets. We present to you, opportunities to launch a prestigious career and be part of our family by joining us today. We ensure our talents have an exciting and distinctive talent experience.

Deloitte offers you the opportunities to work with leading clients, across a wide range of industries, and inspiring leadership who will provide support and challenge you to grow.

We are looking to hire young, technology savvy, innovative and ambitious chartered accountants. We currently have openings in our Audit, Financial Advisory and Tax & Regulatory Services for Chartered Accountants and CFA certified/Level three candidates.

What you need to be part of our team:

  • A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a second class upper in any discipline
  • A minimum of 6 credits in WASSCE Ordinary Level/NECO subjects or accepted equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only.
  • Experienced: Not more than 30 years of age
  • Entry Level: Not more than 27 years of age
  • Certifications required:
    • Qualified member of ICAN, ACCA and/or other recognized professional accounting bodies; or
    • Qualified member of CFA Institute (or level three candidate)
  • For experienced hires, a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in Auditing, Advisory, and Tax & Regulatory Services

Candidates are required to possess:

  • Effective decision-making skills
  • Proficiency in the use of MS-office tools i.e. Excel, Word and Power-point
  • Ability to manage information flow and dissemination on a need to know basis
  • Effective time management skill for workflow and delivery of results
  • Ability to plan and prioritize workloads in order to meet agreed deadlines
  • Sound written and oral communication skills
  • Drive and resilience.

Applications from all qualified individuals should be sent to [email protected].

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Deloitte Nigeria 2018 recruitment

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Flour Mills of Nigeria Graduate Trainee Scheme 2019 for young Nigerians

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The Flour Mills of Nigeria Graduate Trainee Scheme is a 2-year intensive programme that introduces the trainees to hands-on roles and responsibilities. Training is broad based within our core businesses and functions, and delivered through class work, special projects, web learning, executive mentoring and exposure to business units, operations and functional areas.

CAREER PATH

The role belongs to Manufacturing & Operations Job Family.  Successful candidates can over time progress within Power Plant operations, Production and Technical (Engineering) services across the Group.

THE PERSON MUST

  • Not be more than 28 years old and must have completed NYSC by 31st December 2018.
  • Be result oriented and a good team player, with great appetite for fast-paced challenging assignments.
  • Possess good communication, organization skills and display initiative.
  • Be willing and able to move around Nigeria.

QUALIFICATION

  • First degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Production/Chemical Engineering and related courses.
  • Minimum of Second Class Honours (Upper Division)

EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Flour Mills of Nigeria Graduate Trainee Scheme 2019

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Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) Young Engineers Programme for young Nigerian graduates

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Application Deadline: not specified

Buoyed by a mission to redefine customer experience and be the provider of choice wherever energy is consumed, the Ikeja Electric (IE), Nigeria’s largest power distribution network, came into existence on November 1st, 2013 following the handover of the defunct Power Holding Company Of Nigeria (PHCN) to NEDC/ KEPCO Consortium under the privatization scheme of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Responsibilities

  • Successful candidates will be expected to work within the power distribution sector with experienced engineers, developing skills and experience in order to become a competent and effective professional Engineer within the Power Sector and provided with challenging job opportunities.

Minimum qualifications

  • Preferably fresh from the university but certainly with not more than 2 years’ experience, who are highly intelligent, hardworking, having the ability to apply common sense in analyzing and resolving problems and who value integrity more than wealth.
  • Minimum B.Sc. or, preferably, M.Sc. Degree in Engineering, in one of the following disciplines Electrical Engineering and Electronics Engineering from reputable Universities with a minimum of 2nd class upper
  • Must have completed NYSC
  • Maximum age of 26 years as of December 2018

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IKEDC Young Engineers Programme 

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UBA Group Campus Ambassador Programme 2019 for students of tertiary institutions in Nigeria

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Applications for the 2019 UBA Campus Ambassador programme are now being accepted

UBA Campus Ambassador programme offers a unique opportunity to students of tertiary institutions in Nigeria and across Africa to be part of a dynamic and forward thinking Pan-African bank by representing the brand on campus. The initiative is part of the bank’s commitment to developing creativity and leadership abilities amongst young people in the continent of Africa. The programme is designed to be a learning experience and a highly rewarding pursuit for selected students, while providing them with a platform to build their leadership capabilities and showcase their diverse talents.

Requirements:

  • Must be a registered, full-time undergraduate student of any tertiary institution in Nigeria and African countries where UBA operates
  • Must be actively involved with student groups and influential within the campus community
  • Must have established social media presence with demonstrable followership
  • Should possess experience in engaging stakeholders within the school community
  • Should have the ability to gather feedback and provide innovative insights
  • Should be able to dedicate 3-4 hours weekly
  • Must be highly professional in general conduct
  • Should have a UBA account (Click here to open a UBA account if you don’t have one)
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE UBA CAMPUS AMBASSADOR ROLE
  • Represent the UBA brand on campus
  • Provide insights that will help UBA better understand campus requirements unique to each region
  • Learn about UBA products/ services and promote their adoption within the campus
  • Plan and host fun events on campus to amplify the UBA brand
  • Build relationships on campus with the school authorities, faculty and student groups
  • Identify trends and opportunities that UBA can leverage within the campus community
  • Implement various UBA initiatives within the campus

Benefits:

  • Development of Intellectual, leadership and creative skills through periodic training
  • Monthly stipend
  • Gift pack with UBA branded collateral
  • Networking and collaboration with other ambassadors from campuses across Africa
  • Career advisory, mentorship and interaction with managers in UBA
  • Free tickets to UBA events
  • Learn about UBA culture and career opportunities
  • Inclusion of UBA campus ambassador experience in your resume
  • Awards
HOW TO APPLY

Qualified students are expected to log on to www.ubagroup.com/campusambassadors and complete an online form with required personal data, and a motivation letter highlighting why they should be selected. Applications open between September and Mid-December yearly.

Other steps include:

  • Follow @ubagroup on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube
  • Create a short video describing how your skills and experiences are relevant to the role
  • Upload the video on your social media page with the hash tag #UBACampusAmbassador
  • Be sure to tag or mention @UBAGroup in your post. Candidates with high engagement stand a chance to be fast tracked into the application process

Apply Now for the 2019 UBA Group Campus Ambassador Programme

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the UBA Group Campus Ambassador Programme 2019

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Union Bank Management Trainee Programme 2019 for young Nigerian Graduates.

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Application Deadline: November 14th 2018

Are you digitally savvy, daring, a team player and a groundbreaker? Can you thrive in a diverse workplace that requires innovation and collaboration?

Union Bank is looking for the best talent for its Management Trainee Programme. When you join us, you will get the opportunity to own your work, generate innovative ideas and collaborate with like-minded individuals to challenge the status quo and transform our business, operations, culture and productivity.

 

Requirements:
• Not more than 26 years old by December 2018
• Minimum of second class lower degree in any course from an accredited University
• Must have completed NYSC.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Union Bank Management Trainee Programme 2019 

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The Jim Ovia Scholarship Program 2019 for young Nigerian students

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Application Deadline: December 26th 2018

The Jim Ovia Scholarship was founded and funded by Mr. Jim Ovia since 1998, to provide financial aid to outstanding Nigeria youths. The scholarship was previoustly known as the MUSTE scholarship. The awardees are given funding for undergraduate study for the duration of the undergraduate program. The award includes tuition and maintenance allowance. The scheme offers an average of 100 opportunities every year. The Financial records show that as at October 2010, Mr. Ovia has invested 100 Million Naira in the program on 1500 beneficiaries.

In establishing the Jim Ovia Scholarship, Mr. Ovia hoped to create a network of future leaders within Nigeria who can compete globally with their peers, bring new ideas, creativity and are committed to improving the lives and circumstances of people in their respective communities. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to use their knowledge to contribute to society throughout Nigeria by providing service to their community and applying their talent and knowledge to improve the lives of others. Over time it is expected that the Jim Ovia Scholarship beneficiaries will become leaders in helping to address challenges related to health, technology, and finance, all areas in which the foundation is deeply engaged.

Goals

  • To promote access to tertiary education
  • To invest in the future leaders of Nigeria
  • To provide a platform that encourages competitiveness  and  promotes equal opportunities in workplace
  • To bridge the knowledge gap among Nigerian Youth

Eligibility and Criteria

The scholarship is open to all undergraduate University students of Nigerian citizenship. One hundred (100) awardees are selected each year from a pool of eligible applicants. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to contribute to society at large to improve the lives of others.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Jim Ovia Scholarship Program 2019 

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KPMG Graduate Trainee Programme 2018/2019 for young Nigerians.

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Application Deadline: unspecified

Country : Nigeria
Location. : Lagos
Service Line : Graduate/Campus
Contract Type: Permanent
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firms with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets.

Job Description

Eligible candidates must:

Be below 26 years old as at the date of application.
Have a minimum of 5 O’ level credits (including English & Math) at ONE sitting
Have a minimum of second class (upper
division) degree at first degree. Please note that OND and HND qualifications are NOT eligible.
Have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at first degree and
at Law school (For Law graduates only).
Be about to complete or completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the KPMG Graduate Trainee Programme 2018/2019

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Junior Achievement Nigeria Venture in Management Program 2019 (Mini-MBA Course for Youth Corpers) – Nigeria.

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Application Deadline: November 23rd 2018

Venture in Management Program (ViMP) is an annual program of Junior Achievement Nigeria since 2000. ViMP is designed as a one-week intensive “mini-MBA” session to introduce selected members of the National Youth Service Corps to the different facets of managing a business, making crucial business decisions and developing skills for General Management. The goal of ViMP is to prepare NYSC members for the world of business as managers and entrepreneurs. This opportunity is designed to expose future business leaders to the responsibilities, opportunities, and demands of a career in management.

The weeklong program includes rigorous and stimulating classroom meetings (led by facilitators from the Lagos Business School), case studies, panel discussions, study groups, guest speakers and recreation, culminating in a strategy workshop, during which the participants present solutions to different business problems.

The learning environment mirrors that of the top business schools around the world with case studies focusing on Business Ethics, Accounting & Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Social Enterprise, General Management, Leadership and Entrepreneurship. Participants also engage in a community service project and teach JAN programs in nearby elementary schools

Criteria:

  • Applicant must be a serving Youth Corps Member, or recently finished (November 2018)
  • Must be 27 years or younger (Born 1991 or later)
  • Must have excellent academic records (Minimum 2:1)
  • Possess proven interest in general management
  • Have a track record of leadership
  • Participation in previous JAN program will be an added advantage

Application Procedure

1 Completed application form

2 CV

3 Proof of service

Apply Now for the Junior Achievement Nigeria Venture in Management Program 2019

Application deadline: Friday, November 23rd, 2018.

E-mail to [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Junior Achievement Nigeria Venture in Management Program 2019 

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British American Tobacco (BAT) Global Graduate Programme 2018 (Finance) for young Nigerian graduates

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Application Deadline: unspecified

Job Title:  Global Graduate Finance
Job Number:  3449
Country: Nigeria
Location: Lagos
Function: Finance
Level: Graduate
Job Type: Permanent

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for Global Graduates to join our Finance team in Nigeria.

A global leader with more than 200 brands in over 200 markets; we bring together the world’s brightest and best minds, that’s why we value uniqueness.

If you’re driven, passionate, ambitious and courageous, our Global Graduate Programme will help you achieve your potential.

The Global Graduate Programme (Finance) enables you develop exceptional commercial skills, equipping you with a deep understanding of the dynamics of the market you operate in. It offers you the opportunity to challenge yourself on international projects, network with graduates from around the world and strengthen your leadership skills, through participation in our Global Academy and with the support of your dedicated Coach and Mentor.

This is a real job from day one. One in a tough and fast-paced environment that will stretch you to the limits – you’ll progress from graduate to manager in 12 months!

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Essential requirements

  • Are you a recent university graduate within the last 3 years, with a high-performance academic track record – minimum of Second Class Upper division or equivalent?
    Have you completed your National Youth Service (NYSC) or equivalent for other countries?
  • Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French?
  • Are you ambitious, resilient and more proactive than others when it comes to learning new things?

An inspiring journey awaits you here at BAT Nigeria. The question is; Are you up to the challenge?

British American Tobacco is one of the world’s leading multinational companies, with brands sold in over 200 markets, made in

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the British American Tobacco (BAT) Global Graduate Programme 2018

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Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) One-Year Training Programme 2018/2019 in Modern and Sustainable Agriculture (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: November 30th 2018

The Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) is a charitable company dedicated to the training of farmers in modern and sustainable agricultural practices and rational use of natural resources.

The Foundation has been running agricultural training for youths and farmers since 1987 and currently has six schools in the different agro-ecological zones in Nigeria. The schools are located in the FCT, Osun, Kaduna, Kano and Gombe States are co-financed by Leventis Foundation and the respective State Governments. All the schools offer training to young people (male and female) desirous of making a good career in farming. The comprehensive one-year training exposes the participants to several areas of agriculture and other farm businesses.

Benefits:

  • Tuition and boarding (including feeding) is provided free of charge for successful candidates throughout the duration of the course.
  • The objective of the training, which is FREE OF ALL COSTS, is to create in Nigeria, generations of committed young practical farmers who will act as catalysts for agricultural revolution in their communities.

Admission is open to both male and female candidates.

Admission Requirement

Applicants should fulfill the following conditions among others;

(a) Be physically fit

(b) Ability to read and write in English (evidence of minimum of junior secondary school may be required)

(c) Age between 18 and 40 years.

(d) Pass both written and oral test prior to final selection

(e) Should demonstrate perceivable interest in agriculture

(f) Proof of farming background is an advantage.

Timeline:

Application deadline: 30th November, 2018

Screening/Examination: Saturday 1st December, 2018

For further enquiries, please contact:

Mrs Janet Egbe-Owoicho, Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd/Gte

Email: [email protected], Tel: 0708 552 4233

Method of Application

Application in applicant’s own hand writing including concrete information in respect of each of the above requirements together with a letter signed by the Chairman or Secretary of the candidate’s Local Government of Origin, or an attestation letter from a Justice of Peace (JP), two (2) recent passport size photographs, three (3) references and photocopies of academic qualification(s) or relevant documents should be forwarded to any of the addresses below, preferably, to the school of choice.

(1) Leventis Foundation/ Osun State

Agricultural Training School

Imo, P.M.B. 5074 Ilesa

Osun State

(2) Leventis Foundation/ Kaduna State

Agricultural Training School

Dogon Dawa, Birini Gwari LG,

P.M.B 1047, Zaria Kaduna State.

(3) Leventis Foundation/ Kano State

Agricultural Training School

Panda, Albasu Local Government

P.M.B. 3555, Kano State

(4) Leventis Foundation/Gombe State

Agricultural Training School

Tumu, Akko Local Government

Gombe State.

(5) Leventis Foundation /FCT

Agricultural Training School

Yaba, Abaji Area Council

P.M.B. 001, Abaji,

Abuja.

6) The General Manager (Technical and Training)

Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd/Gte

2, Leventis Close, Central Business District

P.O.Box 20351, Garki Abuja, FCT.

In addition to the regular one-year training, all Leventis (Nigeria) schools offer a variety of vocational targeted short courses in several aspects of farming e.g. poultry production, vegetable production, bee-keeping, honey production, fish farming, mushroom production e.t.c.

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) One-Year Training Programme 2018/2019

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GE Nigeria Graduate NYSC Intern Recruitment 2018 for young Nigerians

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Application Deadline:unspecified

  • Job Function: Services
  • Business Segment: Power Power Services
  • Location(s): Nigeria; Abuja
  • 3196627

The role requires working closely with assigned GE Businesses to provide operational support to all aspects of their ongoing and future initiatives being executed/to be executed in Nigeria. This role may also require interface with Government entities, GE customers and with other GE counterparts.

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Verified posting/call up letter to Abuja
  • Verified posting by NYSC to GE and completion of the mandatory 3 weeks orientation camp
  • Passion for technology and and understanding of the Power Industry will be an added advantage
  • Academic excellence in Engineering
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of not less than 3.5 (Second Class Upper)
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • GE Nigeria interns will receive many benefits including:
  • Challenging work assignments
  • Exposure to a multinational company
  • Developmental feedback
  • Opportunities to network with Leaders and other interns
  • A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required (please indicate clearly on your resume)
  • Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GE Nigeria Graduate NYSC Intern Recruitment 2018 

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Goethe-Institut Nigeria Film Journalism Workshop 2018 for practicing & aspiring film journalists.

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Application Deadline: Friday, October 19, 2018.

Goethe-Institut Nigeria is organizing a workshop for practicing and aspiring film journalists. Writers with a strong interest in culture, especially film, are encouraged to apply. 8 to 10 participants will be selected for the 5-day Film Journalism Workshop, which will take place daily from November 9 to 13, 2018.

Language

  • The working language of the workshop is English.

Target Group

  • The workshop is open to practicing and aspiring film critics, journalists, students of film, researchers et c. Applicants with relevant experience in cultural journalism (with particular interest in – but not restricted to – film) will also be considered.
  • Applicants must not be younger than 18 years old.

Training Objectives

Nigeria has one of the world’s largest film industries, with global interest in its local content perpetually on the rise. Apart from classic Nigerian films of the 70s, as well as the popular Nollywood films and TV series, animation and documentary films are also becoming increasingly known. Across local traditional and social media, these films are mostly reviewed by self-taught film journalists and critics who have shaped their talent from their knowledge of and passion for cinema.

To coincide with the 2018 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), Goethe-Institut Nigeria is organising a five-day film journalism training which will enable participants to apply the newly-acquired knowledge in practice. Participants will be tutored on the fundamental standard forms of film journalism (reviews/critiques, interviews, and feature writing.) This is to build on existing standards and also enable successful participants to become trainers themselves towards broadening the local film criticism community.

The aim of the workshop is to provide the participants with tools to sharpen their individual style and to sensitize them to certain aspects of the field in order to professionalise their work, making it more attractive for further dissemination.

Training Facilitator

  • Lukas Foerster (Germany) is a film critic, journalist, film program-mer, and has taught Film theory and film Journalism Online at the Free University, Berlin and the University of Hildesheim respective-ly. Lukas Foerster is the 2018-2019 Siegfried Kracauer Film Criti-cism Fellow.

Application Requirements
Interested applicants should submit the following application documents:

  • Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
  • 2 – 3 Writing Samples (published or unpublished samples will be ac-cepted; should be film-related).
  • 1-2 page CV (text, not tabular form)

Benefits:

  • Lunch will be provided. Selected participants will however have to cover individual transport and accommodation costs. Per Diems will not be provided.

Deadline for Submissions

  • The deadline for submitting applications is: Friday, October 19, 2018.
  • Applications must be submitted to [email protected]
  • Please indicate “Film Journalism Workshop” in the subject line of the e-mail.
    For further enquiries, contact: [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Goethe-Institut Nigeria Film Journalism Workshop 2018

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United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) Entry Level Recruitment 2018/2019 for young Nigerians

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Application Deadline: November 30th 2018

As a brand with Africa as the center of its business operations, UBA strongly believes in Africa and its people with emphasis on being global. We are driving the renaissance of the African economy through innovation in Banking, having successfully built a strong domestic and international brand with footprints in 20 African countries, London, Paris and New York.

Our strong presence on the African continent is deliberate and it reflects our love for diversity and a multicultural system. We have about 15,000 multilingual, ethnically varying and highly diverse people who reflect the richness, multiplicity and uniqueness of the twenty (20) African countries we operate.

Here at UBA, each person’s contribution is valued and is important to the overall vision of the company. Your career growth is of utmost importance to us, that’s why you deserve more than a job. You deserve a tribe. Working in UBA admits you into our tribe. You will do the work that you love, one that matters to you and will be involved in cross functional projects across all our geographies. You become a part of the culture built and nurtured on values, resilience and dedication, a culture that make us a role model for African businesses.

Job Functions Banking

Industries Banking / Finance & Investment

Specification

  • Have you completed your OND degree and below 27 years?
  • Are you looking to start a career with the best financial institution to work in Nigeria?
  • If yes, we are on the hunt for customer oriented, detailed, result driven and technology savvy young minds who are dynamic and passionate about learning from field experts, to be part of the UBA tribe.

Requirements:

Educational Qualification
•Minimum Educational level – OND. in any related discipline

Competences
•Excellent customer service orientation
•High level of integrity
•Good verbal & written communication skills
•Selling skills
•Focused, Motivated & Results Oriented
•Paying attention to details
•Good interpersonal skills
•Fast and error-free processing
•Strong problem resolution skills
•Selling & Marketing Skills

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) Entry Level Recruitment 2018/2019

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Meadow Hall Graduate Teacher Trainee Programme (GTTP) 2019 for young Nigerian graduates.

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Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 31st, 2018

Meadow Hall Foundation (MHF) is the non-profit arm of Meadow Hall Group. MHF supports students, teachers, schools, and communities through partnership with individuals, public and private organisations to implement sustainable initiatives, projects and programmes such as School Adoption Programme, Meadow Hall Teacher Centres, Free Teacher Professional Development Training for Private and Public School Teachers, Educator’s Awards and Graduate Teacher Trainee Programme.

The Meadow Hall Graduate Teacher Trainee Programme (GTTP) is a 3 month teacher training and development initiative aimed at young graduates who are passionate about the teaching profession regardless of their first academic discipline. GTTP, which started in 2013 with 30 participants, has produced over 200 professional teachers who are presently working in various schools both in Nigeria and abroad.  It is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of Meadow Hall and comes at no cost to the graduates.

 Objectives:

  • To institute professionalism in teaching by providing the required training for new entrants into the field.
  • To equip trainable young entrants into the profession with the latest developments and International best practice for effective teaching and learning.
  • To attract into the teaching profession dynamic individuals who will acquire workplace and professional values to impact children and ultimately the Nation.
  • To create an exceptional pool of teachers.

Qualification Requirements:

  • A minimum of a Second Class upper (2-1) degree from a recognised institution in or outside Nigeria
  • Open ONLY to fresh graduates who completed NYSC not more than two years ago
  • Applicants must be within 21 and 28 years of age
  • Passion for the teaching profession
  • Proficient ICT Skills
  • Good Communication and Social Skills
  • Applicants without an education qualification (NCE, B.Ed, PGDE etc) are expected to obtain one not later than 1 year after the programme.

Benefits

  • Training by an international educational institution with best practice teaching tools, environment and methodologies.
  • A platform for self-development, creativity and excellent service delivery.
  • Exposure to modern educational settings and technology.
  • To become a relevant icon in moulding the future generation.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Meadow Hall Graduate Teacher Trainee Programme (GTTP) 2019 

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Guinness Marketing Internship 2018 (Marketing Training Program) for young graduates

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Application Deadline:26th October, 2018

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Function: Marketing
Type of Job: Non-Employee
Reporting Location: Lagos HQ
Town/City: Lagos

Are you Bold enough to take Bittersweet decisions?
Do you go beyond the ordinary?
Are you interested in a Rich and Refreshing experience?
Are you truly Made of More?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, Guinness Nigeria needs you for
#MoreThanAJob.

Guinness Foreign Extra Stout is looking for 4 individuals to join the brand on an
Extraordinary immersive journey.

Level: Internship (Marketing Training Program)
Reports To:  Brand Manager, Guinness

Diageo’s vision is to become the best performing most trusted and respected Consumer Goods company in every market we operate. Our goal is to be ‘winning at the moment of choice’. This along with putting the consumer at the heart of everything we do, will deliver sustained, mutual growth for our brands, categories, customers and partners.

Guinness is a global priority brand for Diageo and it is the #1 beer brand in Africa. Nigeria is currently the largest global Guinness market by value.

Guinness vision is to remain an iconic brand and # 1 beer brand of choice in Nigeria; by consolidating our big brand credentials and driving everyday relevance amongst our target consumers. Recruiting the next generation of drinkers is very key to winning in Nigeria and indeed Africa.

Purpose
Join a multifunctional project team to deliver a multi-sensory experiential playground where you can explore the multi-dimensional flavors of our iconic black brew – Guinness Foreign Extra Stout

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Recent graduate
  • Digitally savvy and active on Social Media
  • Self-Confident and flexible enough to work with characters from every part of the Milky Way
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively manage 3rd party and cross functional team relationships.
  • Strong project management skills – able to manage multiple projects effectively, drives to achieve deadlines and sets high standards for self and others.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Guinness Marketing Internship

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Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) Tech Academy Programme 2018 for young graduates

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Application Deadline:Unspecified

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, is a foremost Nigerian financial institution with vast business outlays spanning Anglophone West Africa and the United Kingdom. GTBank has a corporate banking bias and strong service culture that have enabled it record consistent growth in clientele and key financial indices since its inception in 1990.

Requirements

  • 23 years and below
  • A university graduate of Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or Statistics

 

For More Information:

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2019/2020 Irish Aid Roger Casement Fellowship in Human Rights (Fully Funded to study in Ireland)

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Application Deadline: November 30th 2018

The Roger Casement fellowship has been established to honour the memory of the Irish human rights activist Roger Casement who spent some of his early working life in Calabar, Nigeria. He was an early advocate for human rights while in Nigeria, and, famously, during his later work in the Congo, the Amazon and in Ireland. With his humanitarian legacy in mind, it has been decided to support one Nigerian student to study a master’s degree in human rights in Ireland.

Under the Casement fellowship, full financial support is provided for one-year full-time post-graduate education for candidates from Nigeria to undertake a one year master’s level course of study in Human Rights in Ireland. The purpose of the Irish Aid Casement Fellowship Programme is to provide talented candidates with the opportunity to pursue advanced education and professional development in Ireland in order to contribute to the future development of Nigeria.

The Irish Aid Casement Fellowship Programme Worth

  • The Irish Aid Casement Fellowship Programme normally covers: return airfares, full tuition, stipends to cover accommodation and subsistence costs, health insurance and other allowances, in addition to the necessary entry arrangements such as medical examination and visa.

All applicants who are selected to go forward to second stage will be required to sit an IELTS exam, unless they are already in possession of an IELTS certificate that is less than 12 months old at the time of application which shows the applicant has achieved the necessary score for the course they intend to apply to. Early preparation for the IELTS exam is strongly advised, even for native English speakers.

Eligible Countries: Nigeria

Eligible Courses:

Masters programmes at Irish higher education institutes in the areas of Law, Human Rights and Governance. A directory listing all eligible courses is available to applicants.

Eligibility

Candidates will need to have achieved the necessary educational standard to be accepted onto a Masters course in a Higher Education Institute in Ireland. In addition, there are a number of essential requirements to be eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Candidates must:

  • be a citizen of Nigeria and be residing in Nigeria
  • have achieved the necessary academic standard to be accepted onto a master’s level course of study in Human Rights
  • have a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience.
  • be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the development of Nigeria.
  • be able to take up the fellowship in the academic year for which it is offered.
  • meet any relevant procedural requirements of Government of Nigeria.
  • be able to demonstrate skills in academic English by achieving an appropriate score on a recognised test (e.g. IELTS 6.5).

Documents:

Contact:

For queries regarding scholarships under the Casement Fellowship Programme, please email Joseph Kennedy at [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Irish Aid Roger Casement Fellowship in Human Rights

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Shell SPDC Joint Venture University Scholarship Scheme 2018 for Young Nigerian Undergraduates.

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Application Deadline: November 12th 2018

The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (Operator of the NNPC/SPDC /TEPNG/AGIP Joint Venture) invites applications from suitably qualified full-time Nigerian students admitted in the 2017/2018 academic session to apply for the SPDC JV University Scholarships.

Requirements:

The merit-based scholarships are in two categories:

  • The National Merit Award (NM) and – open to all Nigerians.
  • The Areas of Operation Merit Award – open to indigenes of SPDC’s operational areas in Abia, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers States.

Eligible Applicants must:

  • Be Nigerian citizens
  • Be registered FULL-TIME undergraduates in an accredited and approved University in Nigeria.
  • Be in 200 Level with a minimum CGPA of 2.5
  • Have a minimum of five credits in one sitting, including Mathematics and English, in their Senior School Certificate Examinations.
  • Have a minimum of 200 score in UTME.

How to Apply

  • All applicants should have a valid personal email account – for subsequent communication on their applications.
  • All applications must be done ONLINE via the application portal-

Scanned copies of letters of identification, stamped and signed by:

  • The Paramount Ruler of the Community;and
  • The Chairman of the Community Development (CDC) or
  • The Chairman of the Executive Council (CEC) or

The Community Trust (CT) are also required for applicants for the Operational Area Awards. The letters should be addressed to:

The ER Manager
Social Performance/Social Investment
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited, Port Harcourt.

  • Scanned documents must be in JPEG format and must not exceed 200KB.
  • For more information or clarification please send an email to [email protected]

Note:-

  • Application is free
  • SPDC JV does not assign ‘Representatives’/‘Agents’ to assist applicants to process applications.
  • Application opens on October 2nd, 2018 and closes November 12th, 2018.
  • There will be no selection tests as selection will be based strictly on relative academic performance.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the SPDC JV University Scholarships

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Google Summer/Winter/Spring Business Internship 2019 for young graduates

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Application Deadline: Monday, 12 November 2018, 11:59pm GMT.

Summer Business Intern 2019

The idea for Gmail began with 1 Googler. Today it has more than 425 million users and counting. At Google, one Googler can make a huge impact, and it’s no different with our interns–they are key players in our daily innovation.

Note: By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: Wrocław, Poland; Dubai – United Arab Emirates; Vienna, Austria; Brussels, Belgium; Zürich, Switzerland; Prague, Czechia; Hamburg, Germany; Munich, Germany; Copenhagen, Denmark; Madrid, Spain; Helsinki, Finland; Paris, France; Athens, Greece; Zagreb, Croatia; Budapest, Hungary; Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy; Nairobi, Kenya; Vilnius, Lithuania; Lagos, Nigeria; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Oslo, Norway; Warsaw, Poland; Lisbon, Portugal; Bucharest, Romania; Moscow, Russia; Stockholm, Sweden; Bratislava, Slovakia; Istanbul, Turkey; Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000; Johannesburg, South Africa

Business Internships are typically offered in the following business areas:

GMS Sales and Operations:
When our millions of advertisers and publishers are happy, so are we! Our Google Marketing Solutions (GMS) team of entrepreneurial, enthusiastic and client-focused members are the “human face” of Google, helping entrepreneurs both individually and broadly build their online presence and grow their businesses. We are dedicated to growing the unique needs of advertising companies. Our teams of strategists, analysts, advisers and support specialists collaborate closely to spot and analyze customer needs and trends. Together, we create and implement business plans broadly for every type of businesses.

Large Customer Sales:
Our Large Customer Sales teams partner closely with many of the world’s biggest advertisers and agencies to develop digital solutions that build strong businesses and brands. We enjoy a bird’s eye view on the massive transformation occurring as advertising shifts to mobile and online platforms. We’re uniquely situated to help shape how companies grow their businesses in the digital age. We advise clients on Google’s broad range of products across search, video and mobile to help them connect instantly and seamlessly with their audiences.

Google Cloud:
Google Cloud helps millions of employees and organizations empower their employees, serve their customers, and build what’s next for their business — all with technology built in the cloud. Our products are engineered for security, reliability and scalability, running the full stack from infrastructure to applications to devices and hardware. And our teams are dedicated to helping our customers — developers, small and large businesses, educational institutions and government agencies — see the benefits of our technology come to life.

Marketing:
Know the user. Know the magic. Connect the two. At its core, marketing at Google starts with technology and ends with the user, bringing both together in unconventional ways. Our job is to demonstrate how Google’s products solve the world’s problems–from the everyday to the epic, from the mundane to the monumental. And we approach marketing in a way that only Google can–changing the game, redefining the medium, making the user the priority, and ultimately, letting the technology speak for itself.

Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities and detailed projects will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, and in your penultimate year of study.
  • Available for a 12 week internship during Summer 2019.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Returning to a full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s degree after the internship program.
  • Previous experience in Sales, Advertising, Consulting, Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Cloud or related fields.

Applications will close on Monday, 12 November 2018, 11:59pm GMT. Our team will review applications on a rolling basis and you could be called for interview between November 2018 and May 2019.

Please include your expected graduation date (month and year), and availability for the internship on your resume. The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Note: By applying for this role you may be considered for the Winter/Spring Business Internship 2019, Business Intern 2019 or MBA Intern.

Apply Now for the Google Summer Business Internship 2019

Winter/Spring Business Intern 2019

Google

Lagos, Nigeria

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Note: By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: Wrocław, Poland; Dubai – United Arab Emirates; Vienna, Austria; Brussels, Belgium; Zürich, Switzerland; Prague, Czechia; Hamburg, Germany; Munich, Germany; Copenhagen, Denmark; Madrid, Spain; Helsinki, Finland; Paris, France; Athens, Greece; Zagreb, Croatia; Budapest, Hungary; Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy; Nairobi, Kenya; Vilnius, Lithuania; Lagos, Nigeria; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Oslo, Norway; Warsaw, Poland; Lisbon, Portugal; Bucharest, Romania; Moscow, Russia; Stockholm, Sweden; Bratislava, Slovakia; Istanbul, Turkey; Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000; Johannesburg, South Africa

The idea for Gmail began with 1 Googler. Today it has more than 425 million users and counting.

At Google, one Googler can make a huge impact, and it’s no different with our interns–they are key players in our daily innovation.

Applications will close on Monday, 29 October 2018, 11:59pm GMT. Our team will review applications on a rolling basis and you could be called for interview between November 2018 and April 2019.

Please include your expected graduation date (month and year), and availability for the internship on your resume. The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Note: By applying for this role you may be considered for the Summer Business Internship 2019 – EMEA, Business Intern 2019 or MBA Intern Summer 2019 positions.

Thank you for your patience while we consider your application.

About the program:
Business Internships are typically offered in the following business areas:

GMS Sales and Operations:
When our millions of advertisers and publishers are happy, so are we! Our Google Marketing Solutions (GMS) team of entrepreneurial, enthusiastic and client-focused members are the “human face” of Google, helping entrepreneurs both individually and broadly build their online presence and grow their businesses. We are dedicated to growing the unique needs of advertising companies. Our teams of strategists, analysts, advisers and support specialists collaborate closely to spot and analyze customer needs and trends. Together, we create and implement business plans broadly for every type of businesses.

Large Customer Sales:
Our Large Customer Sales teams partner closely with many of the world’s biggest advertisers and agencies to develop digital solutions that build strong businesses and brands. We enjoy a bird’s eye view on the massive transformation occurring as advertising shifts to mobile and online platforms. We’re uniquely situated to help shape how companies grow their businesses in the digital age. We advise clients on Google’s broad range of products across search, video and mobile to help them connect instantly and seamlessly with their audiences.

Google Cloud:
Google Cloud helps millions of employees and organizations empower their employees, serve their customers, and build what’s next for their business — all with technology built in the cloud. Our products are engineered for security, reliability and scalability, running the full stack from infrastructure to applications to devices and hardware. And our teams are dedicated to helping our customers — developers, small and large businesses, educational institutions and government agencies — see the benefits of our technology come to life.

Marketing:
Know the user. Know the magic. Connect the two. At its core, marketing at Google starts with technology and ends with the user, bringing both together in unconventional ways. Our job is to demonstrate how Google’s products solve the world’s problems–from the everyday to the epic, from the mundane to the monumental. And we approach marketing in a way that only Google can–changing the game, redefining the medium, making the user the priority, and ultimately, letting the technology speak for itself.

Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities and detailed projects will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, and in your penultimate year of study.
  • Available for a 6 month internship in 2019 with the ability to join from January or February 2019.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Returning to a full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s degree after the internship program.
  • Previous experience in Sales, Advertising, Consulting, Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Cloud or related fields.

For More Information:

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PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc Sales Graduate Trainee program 2018 for young Nigerian graduates

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Application Deadline: October 14th 2018

PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc is part of a multinational consumer goods business, PZ Cussons Plc. We manufacture and distribute some of the best loved brands in Nigeria, from Imperial Leather to Cussons Baby, Morning Fresh to Thermocool and Robb. We operate in five core categories – personal care, beauty, home care, food and nutrition and electricals. Worldwide PZ Cussons Group employs over 5000 people across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America.

The Graduate Trainee Scheme seeks to provide a thorough induction into various aspects of our business, equipping our prospective employees with the requisite skills needed to advance their career and development. Over the course of several months, successful candidates will be provided with the required professional, analytical and social skills to assume a position in the organization.

Do you know innovative and result-oriented graduates willing to join us?
We are inviting CVs of qualified candidates ONLY.

Requirements:
• Minimum of Second Class Lower degree in any field of study
• Completed the mandatory NYSC or have an exemption certificate
• Not more than 28 years by December 2018.

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to apply:

Send CV in Word Document Format to [email protected]

with the subject: Territory Sales Manager

 

For More Information:

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KPMG Nigeria Graduate Trainee Programme 2018/2019 for law graduates

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Application Deadline:Unspecified

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firms with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets

Job Description

Eligible candidates must:

  • Be below 26 years old as at the date of application.
  • Have a minimum of 5 O’ level credits (including English & Math) at ONE sitting
  • Have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at first degree. Please note that OND and HND qualifications are NOT eligible.
  • Have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at first degree and
    at Law school (For Law graduates only).
  • Be about to complete or completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE TAKEN THE KPMG APTITUDE TEST/ KPMG BUSINESS AWARENESS TEST BEFORE. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For More Information:

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Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme 2018/2019 for young Nigerians

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Applications are invited from suitable qualified students who which to be considered for the Guinness Undergraduate Scholarship.

This scholarship supports Guinness Nigeria’s commitment to implementing transformative schemes that foster youth development. The scholarship will provide full tuition for students who are currently studying in Nigerian Universities and Polytechnics. Students from Guinness host communities are encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria:

  • Candidates may be required to write an aptitude test
  • Shortlisted candidates may be required to provide a letter of introduction from the chairman of their community of their Community Development Associations where applicable.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applications are open to students studying the following courses: Engineering & Sciences – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Lab Science, Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Marketing & Sales, Human Resources/Industrial & Labour Relations and Accounting
  • Candidates must be 1st or 2nd year students in Nigeria Universities or Polytechnics

Application Procedure:

  • Candidates who meet the above selection criteria should send the following details to: [email protected]

Full Name
University/Polytechnic
Matriculation Number/Year of study
Home Town/Local Government Area/State of Origin
Phone Number/e-mail address
Scanned copy of Student ID card or
Admission letter

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of Guinness Nigeria

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Georgetown University Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) Scholarships 2019/2020 for study in the United States of America ( full-tuition scholarship)

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Application Deadline: January 15, 2019.

As of Fall 2014, the Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University began offering a full-tuition scholarship for a talented graduate student from sub-Saharan Africa.

MSFS is a two-year, full-time graduate degree program in international affairs. Students will take courses in international relations, international trade, international finance, statistics and analytical tools, and history. In addition, students choose an area of concentration such as Global Politics and Security, International Development, or Global Business and Finance.

Special consideration will be given to applicants from:

  • Côte d’Ivoire
  • Ghana
  • Kenya
  • Liberia
  • Nigeria
  • Senegal
  • South Africa

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must submit all required application materials (online application, personal statement, official transcripts and test scores, letters of recommendation). The scholarship will be awarded based on the strength of the student’s application in the admissions process.

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must submit all required application materials (online application, personal statement, official transcripts and test scores, letters of recommendation). The scholarship will be awarded based on the strength of the student’s application in the admissions process.

Application Requirements:

Application requirements include:

  • A completed undergraduate degree from an accredited university and a strong academic record;
  • One set of standardized test scores: TOEFL/IELTS or GRE/GMAT (for more information on which test applicants need to take, visit http://msfs.georgetown.edu/admissions/faq#standardized);
  • Completion of a course in microeconomics and a course in macroeconomics, or ability to complete both courses before August 1 of their matriculating year;
  • Professional work experience, ideally in a field related to their future professional goals. Students have an average of four years of work experience prior to joining MSFS.

For complete information on required application items, please visit

https://msfs.georgetown.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/

or more information on the academic program, visit http://msfs.georgetown.edu. For information on how to apply, visit http://msfs.georgetown.edu/admissions.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the MSFS Scholarships 2019/2020

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WAAW Foundation 2018/2019 STEM Scholarship for Need-Based African Female Students.

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Application Deadline:November 30, 2018.

WAAW foundation’s annual scholarship initiative is aimed at supporting need based African female STEM-focused college education. Please read the eligibility criteria before you apply. All non qualifying applications will be automatically deleted!

Criteria for eligibility includes:

  • Female students of African origin, living and studying in Africa.
  • Currently enrolled in undergraduate B.S.degree program.
  • Studying STEM related courses in a University or college in Africa.
  • Demonstrable financial need, and
  • Excellent Academic Record.
  • Below the age of 32 years.
  • Graduation date is after December of award year

Please note that we do not fund graduate (masters, MBA or Phd) programs, second or subsequent degrees, students older than 32 years, non-STEM focused courses or Diploma degrees. There no NO EXCEPTIONS to these requirments.

WAAW Foundation awards annual scholarships to students who demonstrate need and prove their status as full time students in a STEM related course in an African University. Recipients will be required to start a STEM Outreach Chapter at their university.

List of accepted and not accepted courses. Note that there are NO EXCEPTIONS to the courses listed.

Accepted: Agriculture, Aircraft engineering, Architecture, Bio Medical, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Civil engineering and urbanism, Computer Science, Construction technology and management, Economics, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Agriculture, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Food Science Technology, Genetics, Geography, Geology, Home Science Nutrition and Dietetics, Industrial Chemistry, IT, Math related fields, Natural Science, Pharmacy, Physics, Science related fields, Statistics, Technology, Zoology

How to Apply

Your application will include the following:

  • Application form filled out completely. We will only accept online applications this year. NO PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED*.
  • Personal and Contact Information.
  • Educational background and Family Information.
  • Statement of need should describe why scholarship funds are needed and what the funds will be used for if received.
  • Essays are a strong criteria in determining candidates who are short listed. Responses to essay where to buy modafinil online reddit questions that address career goals and how you expect the WAAW scholarship will assist in your education. Please have you essay responses ready before you begin the application.
      1. In 500 words or less, please write an essay on your future career goals and how you expect the WAAW foundation scholarship will assist in fulfilling those goals.
      2. In 300 words or less, please describe what you believe about female education in Africa and its impact on research, development or advancement in African economies.
      3. Describe in ten or less sentences why you need a scholarship. Tell us about your need or personal/family/financial situation and how the funds from WAAW scholarship will assist your education and/or career plans.
  • Two academic/professional references. Note recommendations and transcripts ARE NOT REQUIRED AT THIS TIME. ONLY after a candidate has been shortlisted. However, you must provide the names of 2 references in your application.
Submitting your application

Please complete all sections of the application form and submit all required materials to WAAW foundation by the deadline. Application may be completed online. Click Here to Begin your application.

For further information or inquiries please email:
[email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WAAW Foundation 2018/2019 STEM Scholarship

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WikiIndaba conference 2019/Scholarships for African Wikimedians (Funded to Abuja, Nigeria)

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Application Deadline:October 2, 2018

WikiIndaba Conference is the regional conference for Africans both within and in the diaspora. The first edition was held in Johannesburg, South Africa in 2014 by Wikimedia ZA, while the latest edition was held in Tunis, Tunisia in 2018 by Wikimedia TN Usergroup. The 2019 edition of the conference will be hosted in Abuja, FCT, Nigeria by the Wikimedia UG Nigeria.

Aims

  • Building capacity for African Wikimedians
  • Fostering growth of the coverage and involvement of Africa in Wikimedia projects
  • Connecting African Wikimedians both within the continent and in the diaspora

Information

  • City: Abuja, FCT
  • Date: 18, 19 and 20 January 2019
  • Venue: TBD

Scholarship application deadline

The deadline for scholarships for travel and accommodation is 2nd October 2018. Please note that no scholarship applications will be accepted or reviewed after this deadline.

Arrangement for travel and accommodation

The conference starts on Friday 18th of January and ends on Sunday the 20th of January 2019. The check in to the Conference hotel will start from Thursday 17th and the check out on Sunday 20th. Bookings at the Conference hotel will be made by the Wikimedia UG Nigeria LOC.

Once accepted, Wikimedia UG Nigeria LOC will send you all the necessary documents to apply for a visa if required.

Contents of application form

In this application form, you will be asked to fill in the following information:

  • Questions on conference program
  • Conference attendance information
  • Personal information
  • Accommodation information
  • Visa information
  • Passport and address information
  • Protection of privacy

Conference Program

‘These questions are for applicants to demonstrate meeting any or several criteria for scholarship and conference participation.’

Questions about Wikimedia and WikiIndaba

  1. In your view, what possibilities does WikiIndaba have for the Wikimedia movement? *
  2. Please name one or two skills, knowledge, tools, or resources, that you want to be able to bring back home (to your local organization/group/community).
  3. Describe your work as a Wikimedian and/or as an advocate for open culture, free software movement.
  4. What does your work focus on?
    1. Content production
    2. Participant recruitment/retention
    3. Raising awareness
    4. Governance
    5. Or something else? What?

Questions about demonstrated success (Identify WikiIndaba leaders)

  1. If you have faced challenges, what were they and how did you make progress? How long did it take? Did others give you support so that you could make progress or are you working alone?
  2. Are you currently facing challenges? Please describe them.
  3. What have you done that others can learn from, and are you willing to mentor someone?
  4. Please indicate whether you are interested in leading or facilitating activities during the conference
    1. Short presentation/Lighting talk
    2. Training session/workshop session
    3. Sharing projects as learning examples in small groups.
    4. Other

Scholarship application

There is one type of scholarship, covering a total of 60 participants:

SCHOLARSHIP FOR CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION + ACCOMMODATION + SUPPORT FOR TRAVEL EXPENSES

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WikiIndaba conference 2019/Scholarships

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Nokia Nigeria (MTN CEM) Graduate Internship Program 2018 for young Nigerians

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Application Deadline: unspecified

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria :Corporate Services
NSW Nokia Software
1800000HDR

Nokia is a global leader in the technologies that connect people and things. With state-of-the-art software, hardware and services for any type of network, Nokia is uniquely positioned to help communication service providers, governments, and large enterprises deliver on the promise of 5G, the Cloud and the Internet of Things. Serving customers in over 100 countries, our research scientists and engineers continue to invent and accelerate new technologies that will increasingly transform the way people and things communicate and connect.

Requirements

  • The trainees will be assigned to a project manager and will support him in specific duties the PM will assign to them
  • The trainees will also be trained on the standard project management processes as well as the SW Applications type of projects in terms of project nature and risks.
  • Internship duration is 1 year
Qualifications
  • Studies: BsC in Telecom or IT engineering
  • IT tool wise: Microsoft Office
Skills:
  • Autonomous
  • Ability to work in a face-paced environment, and highly capable of juggling multiple tasks
  • Flexible, ability to take direction well and adaptable to change
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Interswitch Group ‏Internship Programme 2018 for young software engineers

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Application Deadline: September 21st 2018

If you are a young, talented software engineer with good skills and BIG dreams, then this may just be the big break you’ve been anticipating.

Interswitch is a Pan-African Integrated Payment company, founded in Nigeria but committed to Africa. We contribute to Africa by facilitating intuitive forms of exchange of value across cultures

Application Procedure:

  • Send your resume to [email protected] with the subject “Software Intern” before Friday 21st September 2018!

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Interswitch Group ‏Internship Programme

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General Electric (GE) Early Identification (EID) Intern – Engineering program for young Nigerians

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Application Deadline: unspecified

The role requires working closely with assigned GE Businesses to provide operational support to all aspects of their ongoing and future initiatives being executed/to be executed in Nigeria. This role may also require interface with Government entities, GE customers and with other GE counterparts.

Essential Responsibilities:

GE Nigeria interns will receive many benefits including:

  • Challenging work assignments
  • Exposure to a multinational company
  • Developmental feedback
  • Opportunities to network with Leaders and other interns

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Verifiable SIWES letter from Higher Institution
  • Passion for technology and previous internship experience in GE will be an added advantage
  • Student of Electrical/Electronics or Mechanical Engineering
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of not less than 3.5
  • Demonstration of junior to intermediate skill in programming is desired
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the General Electric (GE) Early Identification (EID) Intern – Engineering program

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Google News Initiative (GNI) YouTube Innovation Funding Program ($250,000 USD grant)

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Application Deadline: October 12, 2018 at 23.59 PST.

In July, Google announced the steps we’re taking as part of the Google News Initiative to support the future of news in online video and our efforts to improve the news experience on YouTube. This included a $25M investment across the following three areas:

  • News working group to collaborate with partners to help us develop new product features and improve the news experience on YouTube
  • Innovation funding to provide capacity-building grants to news publishers
  • Expanded support team for news partners around the world

Through this program, we will provide selected news organizations around the world with grants to support building stronger video capabilities and innovating with video formats.

Best practices gained from this program will be shared publicly, providing all newsrooms the opportunity to learn and apply insights as we work together to support the development of long-term, sustainable video businesses.

Application eligibility

  • Eligible projects must come from publishers, broadcasters, agencies, video creators and production companies that aim to produce news content that is factual, informative, and trustworthy. Collaborations amongst applicants are welcome.
  • Eligible projects must demonstrate a scrupulous approach to journalistic practices including but not limited to news-gathering, fact checking, objectivity, balance and ethics.
  • Eligible projects must focus on building capabilities to create video programming focused on topical news, current affairs and politics in formats that follow YouTube best practices and/or demonstrate a strategy to develop new formats to grow an engaged audience.
  • Eligible applicants must demonstrate at least a basic level of video production and operations expertise and manage at least one YouTube channel with a minimum of 50,000 subscribers.

Google will accept applications from organizations headquartered in Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Greater China, Finland, France, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Philippines, Poland, United Kingdom, United States, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Vietnam

Funding model:

Grant size will vary based on the application details and may be valued up to approximately $250,000 USD. As the application process moves forward, we will work with you to determine the appropriate grant size based on the proposal.

Grants may be valued up to approximately $300K but your application is not required to meet that amount. Google will retain the right to reduce the grant size based on scrutiny of the application.

Selection Criteria: Eligible projects will be evaluated primarily against the following criteria:

  • Innovation: Preferred projects will demonstrate an innovative component and involve or promote the production of original journalism.
  • Sustainability: Preferred projects will demonstrate a plan for long term sustainability.

Application process and timing

Please submit your application via this form.

Application deadline is October 12, 2018 at 23.59 PST. No applications will be accepted after this date.

If you need additional information, please contact  at [email protected].

Successful applicants will be notified by December 1, 2018.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program

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Nigerian Conservation Foundation Chief S.L Edu Research Grant 2019 for Nigerian PhD Students.

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Application Deadline: 30th November, 2018.

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) with support from Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) offers research grants to Nigerian citizens wishing to undertake research work in fields related to nature conservation and sustainable livelihood.  The grant shall be to support a PhD programme. This year’s theme is ‘Mangrove Conservation and Combatting Desert Encroachment’.

MISSION: This vision is what drives the following NCF mission statements:

  • The preservation of a full range of Nigeria’s biodiversity which includes species, ecosystems and genetic biodiversity
  • The promotion of sustainable use of natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations; and
  •  The advocacy of actions that minimize pollution and wasteful utilization of renewable resources.

Candidates will be selected based on (among others) the quality of their research proposal.

Requirements:

  1. Candidates must be Nigerian citizens.
  2. Candidates must have M.Sc. Degree or equivalent qualification in Biological Sciences, Social Sciences or Law (Environmental Law/Protection) but related to environmental resources management.
  3. Candidates must have secured admission into a Nigerian university towards a PhD degree in any of the fields stated in No. 2 above.
  4. Candidates must develop acceptable research proposals that meet NCF’s vision and mission.
  5. Proposals must be in line with the theme.
  6. A progress report (on letter headed paper) from the applicant’s Project Supervisor(s) stating how far he or she has gone in his or her research work and his/her role in the initial review, as well as the relevance to the objectives of the grant, is a very essential condition for considering any application.  Please note that a reference letter is an equivalent of a Progress Report from the Supervisors(s).
  7. 200-word justification, with relevance to natural and environmental resource management and biodiversity conservation.
  8. A 3,000-word project proposal to be submitted should reflect the Title, Introduction/Statement of Problem, Objectives, Methodology and Expected Output etc.
  9. Curriculum vitae (not more than 2 pages detailing research and work experience),
  10. Scanned copy of admission letter.

Method of Application: 

 APPLY Now to complete the grant application form online.

Deadline for application: 30th November, 2018.

  • No paper application will be considered.  Applicants should not submit more than one proposal for consideration.

Please be informed that all applications will be acknowledged while only successful candidates will be contacted by the Foundation.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation Chief S.L Edu Research Grant 2019

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2018 KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship Program for young Nigerians

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Application Deadline: September 21st 2018

In line with KPMG Nigeria’s commitment to improving communities, KPMG will be contributing to the advancement of education.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Have completed their secondary education at a state public secondary school within the last 2 years
  • A minimum of 5 Distinctions (As & Bs) from their WASSCE (including English and Mathematics)
  • A minimum score of 230 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
  • Already have an admission letter or a provisional letter of admission to a federal university in Nigeria

How To Apply

Send an email to [email protected] with the following details: Name, Residential Address, E-mail Address, Phone Number.

Also attach the following documents in a zipped folder;

  • WASSCE Certificate
  • UTME Result Slip
  • Provisional Letter of Admission/Letter of Admission to a Federal University in Nigeria
  • Birth Certificate

Kindly state the code KSP2018 in the subject of the email

“Please note that the deadline for application is 21st September 2018“

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2018 KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship Program 

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Facebook/Afrinolly Naija Storybuilders Bootcamp 2018 for young Nigerian storytellers

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Application Deadline:21 September, 2018

Facebook and Afrinolly introduce the Naija Storybuilders Bootcamp, a week-long intensive workshop for up and coming storytellers who are developing short-form content for digital platforms. Led by Dayna Lynne North and Amy Aniobi, writer/producers from the hit HBO series INSECURE, the program will run in Lagos for 20 select participants.

Selected participants will also receive further support to build on their projects after the Bootcamp with three-weeks of free office space and mentorship from Afrinolly’s team of screenwriters.

Bootcamp Details

Topics covered during the workshop will include:

  • Finding your voice as a short-form storyteller
  • Creating compelling characters
  • Grabbing and keeping your audience
  • First steps in creating your project
  • Best practices on how to create and promote content on Facebook and Instagram

CRITERIA:

  • Must have a script or piece of content that you are in the process of developing
  • Must be based in Nigeria
  • Must be 18 years or above

PROGRAMME DATES:

Monday, 15 – Friday, 19 October 2018 (full day commitment required)

Location:

Lagos, Nigeria

Level: 

Intermediate-Advanced

What to submit:
  • 3-5 page script or one-page treatment as a writing sample
  • A one-paragraph description of the project that you want to focus on during and after the workshop
  • Your CV and/or Bio

Apply Now for the Facebook/Afrinolly Naija Storybuilders Bootcamp 2018

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Facebook/Afrinolly Naija Storybuilders Bootcamp 2018

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Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum (TEF) 2018 Travel Fellowships for African journalists. (Funded to Lagos,Nigeria)

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Application Deadline: September 12th 2018

The Tony Elumelu Foundation, Africa’s leading entrepreneurship-focused philanthropy, has announced a call for entries for the 2018 TEF Entrepreneurship Forum Travel Fellowship for African journalists.

The Travel Fellowship will provide financial aid to journalists and photojournalists affiliated with African national or global media houses to attend the 2018 Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum happening on the 25th of October 2018 in Lagos, Nigeria. The Travel Fellowship covers travel and accommodation while affording journalists the opportunity to interact with participants, guests, key public and private representatives, and leading speakers at the TEF Entrepreneurship Forum.

The TEF Entrepreneurship Forum 2018 is the largest gathering of African entrepreneurs and the broader entrepreneurship ecosystem. It will unite over 5,000 entrepreneurs, global investors, leaders from the African public and private sectors and developmental organisations, presenting the unique opportunity to generate ideas, forge networks and bring policymakers and the private sector together, in a spirit of robust debate and interaction. The 2018 cohort from the Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme, as well as mentors and partners, will be present, as the culmination of their intensive twelve-week induction.

This year’s Forum will include an interactive session with President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya and President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana, moderated by TEF Founder, Tony O. Elumelu. It will also feature the launch of TEFConnect, the world’s largest digital platform for African entrepreneurs, dedicated to connecting African entrepreneurs and the entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Eligibility
• Working Journalists affiliated with African national or global media houses
• Documented support provided from Supervisor/media outlet

Benefits:

  • The TEF Travel Fellowships provides financial support to journalists and photojournalists affiliated with African national or global media houses to attend the 2018 Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum holding October 25, 2018.
  • Please note that accommodation and travel expenses will be provided.
  • However, if you are accepted, you will be required to process your Visa.

Apply Now for the TEF Entrepreneurship Forum 2018 Travel Fellowship

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the TEF2018 Travel Fellowships for African journalists.

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National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) 2018/2019 (Masters & PhD) Scholarship Scheme for Nigerians

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Application Deadline: October 11th 2018

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has as its mandate to develop and regulate the Information Technology in Nigeria. Developing and regulating IT will support in transforming Nigeria into an IT driven economy for global competitiveness and the dire need of digital literacy.

The Agency has since 2010 established a scholarship scheme for Masters and Doctoral degree in relevant areas of Information Technology (IT) and ICT Law obtainable in Nigerian (Government and Private) Universities.

Minimum requirements:

PhD: Only University and Polytechnic Lecturers with MSc in any Information Technology related field are eligible to apply for sponsorship.
MSc: Holders of First Class or Second Class (Upper) Honours Bachelor’s degree, in Information Technology related field and Law.

Criteria

  • The scholarship award is strictly based on merit and is evenly distributed between the six geo-political zones for the PhD, 36 States and FCT for MSc.

Duration

The sponsorship for the Masters programme will run for one year and the Doctorate programme for three years.

A comprehensive Aptitude Test(s) will be conducted to determine successful candidates for the Award. Only candidates who are found eligible will be Shortliste

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the NITDA 2018/2019 (Masters & PhD) Scholarship Scheme

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