Good morning, N-Power Build trainees, are you ready for an exciting time? Training for #NPowerBuild commences March 1st, 2018! Are you ready N-Power Build trainees? #NPowerNG #NPowerBuild#NPowerNG
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Peace Corp Bill : Buhari withholds assent
President Muhammadu Buhari has withheld his assent on the Peace Corps of Nigeria establishment bill recently passed by the National Assembly.
His rejection of the bill was contained in a communication to the legislature today (Tuesday).
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Yakubu Dogara, has just read the letter to members in plenary.
Buhari says the organisation is a duplication of existing security agencies.
Details later…
2018 Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries to study in the United Kingdom (Fully Funded)
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are for candidates from least developed and lower middle income Commonwealth countries, for full-time Master’s study on selected courses, jointly supported by UK universities.
Funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), Commonwealth Shared Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK. These scholarships are offered under six themes:
- Science and technology for development
- Strengthening health systems and capacity
- Promoting global prosperity
- Strengthening global peace, security and governance
- Strengthening resilience and response to crises
- Access, inclusion and opportunity
Eligibility
To apply for these scholarships, you must:
- Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person
- Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
- Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2018
- By October 2018, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree)
- Not have studied or worked for one (academic) year or more in a high income country
- Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship
The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to make change. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination, and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. For further information on the support available to candidates with a disability, see the CSC disability support statement.
The CSC is committed to administering and managing its scholarships and fellowships in a fair and transparent manner. For further information, see the CSC anti-fraud policy and the DFID guidance on reporting fraud.
Bangladesh
Cameroon
Ghana
Guyana
India
Kenya
Kiribati
Lesotho
Malawi
Mozambique
Nigeria
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
Rwanda
Samoa
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Sri Lanka
Swaziland
Tanzania
Tuvalu
Uganda
Vanuatu
Zambia
Terms and conditions
For full terms and conditions – including further details of the scholarship themes, value of the scholarship, and general conditions – see the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2018 terms and conditions
Selection process
Each participating UK university will conduct its own recruitment process to select a specified number of candidates to be awarded Commonwealth Shared Scholarships. Universities must put forward their selected candidates to the CSC by 17 May 2018. The CSC will then confirm that these candidates meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme. Universities will inform candidates of their results by July 2018.
Selection criteria include:
- Academic merit of the candidate
- Potential impact of the work on the development of the candidate’s home country.
How to apply
You should apply to study one of the taught Master’s courses offered in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme. These scholarships do not cover undergraduate courses, PhD study, or any pre-sessional English language teaching, and are usually tenable for one year only. View a full list of eligible courses
All applications must be made through your chosen university. You must check with your chosen university for their specific advice, admission requirements, and rules for applying. Some universities may require you to complete their own admissions application form as well, which may have a separate closing date. You must take the necessary steps to secure admission to your course at the same time as applying for a Shared Scholarship. View a full list of university contact details
You must make your application using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS), in addition to any other application that you are required to complete by your chosen university. View full information on how to use the EAS, including detailed guides
You can apply for more than one course and/or to more than one university, but you may only accept one offer of a Shared Scholarship.
All applications must be submitted by 23.59 (BST) on 17 April 2018 at the latest. Each university has its own closing date for applications, and most are before this date. Any applications submitted after a university closing date will not be considered; please ensure you apply via the EAS before your university closing date. View a full list of university closing dates
The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the EAS to your UK university, or any applications directly from individuals; such applications will not be acknowledged.
The EAS will open for applications on 27 February 2018.
Enquiries
All enquiries about these scholarships should be directed to the university to which you wish to apply.
Please note that the CSC does not charge candidates to apply for any of its scholarships or fellowships through its Electronic Application System (EAS), and it does not charge organisations to nominate candidates.
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Nigerian Navy Course 25 Direct Short Service For Medical Consultant 2018
1.Applications are invited from qualified medical consultants who are desirous of enlistment into the Nigerian Navy Direct Short Service Commission Course 25 in the underlisted medical categories:
a.Surgery.
(1)Orthopaedic Surgeon.
(2)ENT Surgeon.
(3)General Surgeon.
(4)Neuro – Surgeon.
(5)Burns & Plastic Surgeon.
(6)Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
(7)Ophthalmologist.
(8)Anaesthetist.
(9)Paediatric Surgeon.
b.Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Obstetrician & Gynaecologist.
c.Paediatrics: Paediatrician.
d.Medicine.
(1)Family Medicine Physician.
(2)Neuro – Psychiatrist.
(3)Radiologist.
(5)Pathologist.
(6)Neurologist.
(7)Dermatologist.
(8)Public Health Physician.
(9)Cardiologist.
(10)Urologist.
(11)Nephrologist.
(12)Haematology – Oncologist.
(13)Chemical Pathologist.
(14)Histopathologist.
(15)Microbiologist.
(16)Endocrinologist.
e.Aviation Medicine: Flight Surgeon.
f.Dentistry.
(1)Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon.
(2)Orthodontist.
(3)Periodontist.
(4)Paedodontist.
(5)General/Family Practice Dentist.
(6)Conservative Dentist.
2.Entry Qualification. Applicants are to possess:
a.Fellowship of West African Colleges or National Medical Colleges in the respective specialization such as FWACS, FWACO, FMCOG or equivalents obtained from foreign institutions.
b.Certificate or Registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
c.Certificate of Registration of Additional Certificates.
d.All other relevant certificates.
3.General Instructions.
a.Applicants who obtained credentials from foreign institutions should ensure that the certificates are authenticated by the Federal Ministry of Education.
b.Applicants must possess NYSC Discharge Certificate or letter of exemption from NYSC.
c.Applicants must possess the National ID Card or National ID Card Acknowledgment slip.
d.Male applicants must not be less than 1.65 metres tall while female applicants must not be less than 1.62 metres tall.
e.Applicants should be between 30 and 40 years of age by 31 March 2018.
f.Applicants will be shortlisted for a screening interview. The date and time of the interview will be communicated via this website.
g.Applicants are to apply online free of charge at www.joinnigeriannavy.com.
h.Applicants are warned against giving false information or tendering fake certificates. Any false information or fake certificates discovered at any stage will lead to disqualification and subsequent prosecution of the applicant.
i.Applicants are to print out the documents on successful completion of the online application process.
Monday, February 26, 2018
ReadySetWork (RSW) Faculty Training Program for Nigerian Final Year Students 2018
Vision
Every student who graduates from a tertiary institution located in Lagos State will possess the knowledge, skills and mind-set required to be self-employed or become a value adding employee.
Participating Schools:
The 2018 participants will comprise of final and penultimate year students of:
Lagos State University
Lagos State Polytechnic
Lagos State College of Health Technology
Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education
Micheal Otedola College of Education
University of Lagos
Caleb University
Yaba College of Technology
FCET Akoka
Participants:
The programme will be opened to 5,000 final year students from participatory institutions using the face-to-face method of learning and 20,000 penultimate year students from participatory institutions utilizing the on-line method of learning.
Programme Duration:
The programme runs for thirteen (13) weeks of intensive training (Saturday only) administered during the Second Semester of the school year.
Internships & Seed Funding:
At the end of the 13 weeks, outstanding students that have met the program requirements will have the opportunity to earn internship placements at various top organizations in the State. Students interested in being entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch their business ideas in and their endeavour to bid for seed funding.
ReadySetWork 2018 At A Glance:
RSW 2018
5,000 Final Year Students
20,000 Penultimate Year Students
3 Centers (LASU, LASPOTECH and UNILAG)
13 weeks of face-to-face courses
6 weeks of RSW Online Academy – available to students in their penultimate year; will serve as a prerequisite for participation in their final year
Participating Institutions – Lagos State University (LASU), Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH), Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education (AOCOED), Lagos State College of Health Technology (LASCOHET), Michael Otedola College of Education (MOCPED), University of Lagos (UNILAG), CALEB University, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Federal College of Education (Technical)
Internship Fair for 25,000 students
3000 internship/apprenticeship placement slots
RSW Timeline
Dates
Program Duration July – September
Sensitization March 13th (LASU-10am, AOCOED-2pm)
March 20th (LASCOHET-10am, UNILAG-2pm)
March 27th (LASPOTECH-10am, MOCPED-2pm)
April 10th (YABATECH -10am, FCET-2pm)
April 17th (CALEB – 12noon)
Press Conference
Portal Opens for Registration March 2018
Train the Trainers April 2018
Graduation Date October 2018
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Oxfam-EDC SME Development Program for Nigerian Entrepreneurs 2018
Application Deadline: April 14th, 2018
The OXFAM-EDC SME development programme in Nigeria supports SMEs with a social or environmental impact strategy to grow their company, create more employment opportunities for youth, and increase their impact.
Do you manage an SME and are you ready for GROWTH? Do you want to get tailor-made support to boost your business and tackle your challenges? Do you want to diversify your market, increase your competitiveness, improve the value chain of your sector, and create opportunities to manage your business in a more sustainable and responsible manner?
Apply for the Oxfam-EDC SME Development Program and get your business diagnosed by experts to identify improvement opportunities for desired business growth!
Requirements:
Oxfam-EDC are looking for companies that have a clear social and/or environmental impact strategy. This includes for example creating jobs for youth, using sustainable resource management solutions, developing renewable energy solutions, sustainable sourcing from local suppliers (e.g. farmers), or selling relevant products/services to low-income Nigerian households.
Any sector is welcome to join, especially agribusiness (the entire value chain), light manufacturing, producers of women’s consumer products, renewable energy and recycling.
The following criteria apply to be eligible to participate:
Age bracket of the entrepreneur/manager: 25 to 45 years
Annual turnover: N40million and above
Number of employees: between 10 and 250
The company should exist at least 2 years
The key selection criteria are your social or environmental impact vision and the potential of your business to create jobs
The participation fee is N75,000 – only applicable when you are selected to participate.
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Coca-Cola Youth Entrepreneurship Program 2018
Welcome to 2018! And welcome to a year that holds so much promise for you on the Digital Hub. You probably attended one of our live workshops or probably heard of this platform via our advertising. Whatever the case, we are excited to have you on board!
The Digital Hub affords you a wider range of opportunities to improve your life and business skills.
Do ensure you attempt our various training courses on this platform. A secret benefit awaits those who complete all training, so get going! There will be live sessions and more, and we'll communicate same as they are set up.
As part of our community, you get to know (before the general public) that we have 4 live workshops lined up for this year - and we'll kick off very soon in the city of Benin, Edo state.
The program seeks to provide fundamental life & business skills to support youths transitioning from school to the workplace. It is a diverse and inclusive programme designed to equip young people to achieve their career ambitions and reach their potentials.
Youth Empowered trainings will be delivered through live workshops and an online learning platform - digital hub.
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NATIONAL HOME GROWN SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAM RECRUITMENT FOR FARMERS
The National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme is in 21 states across Nigeria today. Interested in participating in #NHGSFP in your state as a farmer, please read the image below. Continue to #TrackWithUs
Sunday, February 25, 2018
ORID TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme to study in Ghana 2018-2019
The Office of Research, Innovation, and Development (ORID) is inviting applications for TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for the 2018/2019 academic year, funded under the WHO TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme.
The purpose of the project is to enhance University of Ghana’s capacity and post-graduate training in the Humanities.
The University of Ghana, the premier university and the largest university in Ghana was founded as the University College of the Gold Coast by Ordinance on August 11, 1948, for the purpose of providing and promoting university education, learning and research.
Scholarship Description:
- Application Deadline: March 30, 2018
- Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue Postgraduate programme.
- Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to pursue One-year Masters studies in Public Health. Ten (10) Master’s scholarships will be offered under the programme for the 2018/2019 academic year in the following areas:
- Masters in Public Health.
- MSc Applied Health and Social Sciences
Scholarship Award: The scholarship is tenable at the University of Ghana, School of Public Health and covers:
- One round return economy airfare between the home country of the student and Accra, Ghana.
- Tuition and academic user facility fees;
- Basic medical and accident insurance;
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses including accommodation equivalent to local living cost; and
- Support for research project/thesis expenses during data collection.
- Nationality: Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible.
- Number of Scholarships: Up to 10 scholarships are available.
- Scholarship can be taken in Ghana
Eligibility for the Scholarship:
Eligible Countries: Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible. Applicants must be from low- and middle-income countries within the WHO Afro Region.
List of Countries: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros , Congo, Ivory Coast, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique ,Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Swaziland, Togo, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Entrance Requirements: To be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:
- Nationals and residents from low- and middle-income countries (data.worldbank.org/about/country-and-lending-groups) of WHO African Region.
- Applicants should normally be under 35 years old at the time of application for the for the Master’s programme.
- Meet the standard University admission requirements for international graduate students.
- For postgraduate admission requirements at the University of Ghana, visit the how to apply to postgraduate programmes page.
*Female candidates and candidates from less privileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible.
Please take note that the language of instruction is English
Please take note that the language of instruction is English
English Language Requirements: Applicant must have good knowledge of English, both written and verbal.
Application Procedure:
How to Apply: Applications for the TDR international postgraduate scholarship must be submitted online.
Applicants must simultaneously submit applications for admission into the relevant programme at the University of Ghana.
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APPLY NOW - KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC STAFF VACANCIES 2018
Application are invited from suitable qualified candidate for the following academic position in the under listed department/course below. The closing date for application submission is on the 6th of April 2018.
Presidency speaks on N-Power 2017 List, cash transfer to Nigerians, other programme
Mrs Mariam Uwais, presidential aide on National Social Investment Programmes (NSIP), has called on Nigerians to join the programme and reap its benefits, especially on employment.
She spoke while presenting the scorecard of the four aspects of the programme at a news briefing in the State House.
According to her, NSIP programme comprises Npower, National Home Grown School Feeding,
Government Enterprise Empowerment Programme, and the National (conditional) Cash Transfer Programme, designed to support citizens facing economic challenges.
“As our programmes unfold around the country, we call on all Nigerians to join us in this effort as the ultimate beneficiaries of the impact of our activities.
“One of the most important aspects of the programme is the millions of Nigerians who have and would benefit directly and indirectly from each of the various schemes.
“All our beneficiaries are being paid directly with their Bank Verification Number; being an integral part of our design.
“Today, we have recorded 7.9 million direct beneficiaries since inception and have a presence in the 36 states of the Federation and Federal Capital Territory,’’ she said
Uwais also recalled that the targets for the schemes were to provide 500,000 jobs to the unemployed graduates and/or non-graduates through Npower with eight technology hubs in the pipeline.
“Npower has 200,000 graduate beneficiaries that are currently enrolled and working in various
institutions around the country.
“The selection of the next batch of 300,000 beneficiaries has been completed and those selected will be engaged in the next few months.
“20,000 more beneficiaries in the non-graduate category are set to commence training in 34 states around the country, while we continue to audit the skill centres we can utilise in the remaining states,” she said.
Friday, February 23, 2018
Creative Girls Mentorship Program for Female Creatives 2018.
In the Creative/Professional world, meeting other individuals who have made significant progress in their lives and with their Art and Work is invaluable. It creates a paradigm shift as the young and inexperienced creative is exposed to resources, guides, angles and dreams that are achievable.
For Creative Girls has created a 2-month mentorship program for Female Creatives and Professional. The mentorship program has been developed to help upcoming artists and professional women get the guide, help and resources that they need to accelerate their growth in their chosen fields.
Makers, creators, social activists, and artists are thriving around the globe, and this mentorship program is tailored to help bridge the gap between female creatives uncomfortable with the stage their art and skills are currently at and those who have grown tremendously. The program is a One-on- One virtual mentorship guidance that will hold for 2 months causing accelerated growth in the selected candidates. During the program, chosen mentees get assigned to a Mentor, who will help shape their work for 2 months. Some of the Mentors include Award-winning Actress and Writer, Obehi Janice, Tosin Oshinowo, Mariama Camara and Ozoz Sokoh of Kitchen Butterfly.
For Creatives Girls is a semi-educational platform that provides all the resources and channels the Female Creative needs to grow and be successful. It is a platform for creative women to share insights about their creative processes (how they get things done and how they execute ideas), the way they get inspiration for their work and how to be profitable. Championing women engaged in the Creatives (Design, Arts, Writing, Painting, Photography etc), showcasing them and inspiring the aspiring female creatives to flourish. For Creative Girls is run by Gbemi Adekanmbi who is on a mission to make Female Creatives and Artists a living breathing part of how the world, organisations and societies run.
Application for the Mentorship program closes on the 21st of March, 2018. APPLY HERE
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) Global Management Trainee Program for Nigerians 2018
Application Deadline: Unspecified
Job : Talent Programs
Primary Location : Nigeria
Organization : ZONE AFRICA
Schedule : Full-time
The AB InBev Global Management Trainee program is an intensive 10 month rotational training program which attracts the brightest, most driven graduates and nurtures their talent by giving relevant experiences right from the start. The goal is to find people who can take on challenging positions early on in their career and who have the potential to become our future leaders. We achieve this by putting the trainees through an intensive cross functional training program before their first role, where they will gain insight into every aspect of the business.
GMT Program Details:
2 -3 weeks of induction training on the company’s culture, strategy and structure, In this phase, you will get exposure to our CEO, Global Chiefs and the Zone Management Team, and you will meet with all GMTs from around the world
4 months of hands on, in-field training (deep dives) in our sales, marketing, supply and logistics operations, as well as our Business Shared Services across various locations in your Zone. You will develop an understanding of the “real life” of the business by shadowing people who perform the job, from all levels. You will be part of a small group of 3-5 GMTs during this phase
3 weeks of training on the Headquarter Strategy for the Zone (Finance, Sales, Marketing, Legal, Corporate Affairs, People, Logistics & Supply) at the Zone Headquarters, as well as leadership training.
5 months Individual Assignment leading a process improvement project in the operations (sales, supply, trade marketing, marketing or logistics). You will receive clear deliverables and will be given feedback on your performance.
1 graduation week with official certification. You will also present your Innovation project during this week.
Exposure to senior leaders throughout the training period.
Upon successful completion of the 10 month rotational program, you will take on an entry-level management position in any function depending on your profile, interest and results (e.g. sales supervisor, finance analyst, line supervisor, distribution manager, assistant trade marketing manager etc) You will also receive a mentor from the executive team when you start in your first position.
After 12-18 months, if you perform well, we expect you to be ready to take on your next challenge in a more senior management role in any functional area.
Qualifications
You own your future, and the speed of your career growth will depend on your talent, efforts and results. Minimum Requirements:
Current University student or recent university graduate
Bachelors degree required.
Work authorization in the country for which application is being submitted
Geographical mobility – you will move to different locations during the 10-month training program, and you should be willing to relocate throughout your career
Fluency in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ability to quickly adapt to new systems
Ideal Profile:
Strong analytical skills
Interest in cross functional experiences
Ambitious and self-driven
Resilient and comfortable with ambiguity
Able to effectively manage several projects at once
Able to thrive in a fast paced environment
Influential and collaborative
Insightful, curious and innovative.
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Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) Scholarship Program for International students at the University of Guelph,Canada 2018
Description
The OMAFRA – U of G Partnership funds the Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) Program to support the development of highly skilled graduates who can meet the changing demands of the agri-food and rural sector. The health of these sectors depends on a vibrant talent pool of skilled, forward-thinking learners. The Partnership is dedicated to supporting advanced skill development and learning to enhance the intellectual capacity of our citizens to solve current and future problems.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the HQP Scholarship Program you must:
- be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or studying under an international visa;
- be entering your first semester of a Master's (thesis-based) or PhD program at the University of Guelph;
- not have already started your graduate program;
- not be an OMAFRA employee;
- not concurrently hold other major awards such as NSERC, OGS, SSHRC or CIHR.
Maximum Project Value
Master's students: $21,300 per year (up to $17,300 from HQP Program, plus $4,000 annual top-up from Faculty Advisor)
Doctoral students: $26,000 per year (up to $21,000 from HQP Program, plus $5,000 annual top-up from Faculty Advisor)
Project Duration
The maximum annual allocation to students will be based on six semesters for completion of the master’s degree and nine semesters for completion of the doctorate.
Special Notes
Master’s and Doctoral students complete research that meets OMAFRA’s research priorities and learn firsthand how forward-thinking research can be mobilized to have a positive impact on society.
OMAFRA’s priorities are contained within the following seven theme areas:
- Agricultural Policy and Rural Development
- Bioeconomy – Industrial Uses
- Emergency Management
- Environmental Sustainability
- Food for Health
- Product Development and Enhancement through Value Chain Collaborations
- Production Systems (Plants and Animals)
Industry partners are integral to the success of the HQP Scholarship Program. We value the role of our industry, government and community partners, who provide valuable experience for the students during work semesters. Some partners who have hosted students include Chicken Farmers of Ontario, OMAFRA, DRDC-CRTI, Martin Mills, BIOMIN Canada, Nutreco, Wallenstein Feed and Supply, C&M Seeds, Pioneer Hi-bred, Rural Ontario Institute, Monsanto, Aqua-Cage Fisheries, Alltech Inc. and Kraft.
Deadlines
| Type | Date |
|---|---|
External Deadline |
How to Apply
The OMAFRA - U of G Research Program uses a web-based software called Research Management System (RMS) for processing HQP scholarship applications and reporting on projects.
You must register in the RMS before you can prepare an application. You do not need to register again if you have previously submitted a letter of intent (LOI) or full proposal to an OMAFRA-U of G Partnership program or an OMAFRA program through the RMS.
- have an RMS account? Access the login page for RMS to start an application
- need an RMS account? Visit our RMS registration page to get a username and password
- student research must address OMAFRA’s research priorities
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
ThistlePraxis Management Trainee Programme for Nigerian Graduates 2018 (Internship Programme)
LOCATION
Lagos, Nigeria
OPEN TO
Graduates (First Degree)
Graduates (First Degree)
JOB DESCRIPTION
ThistlePraxis’ is looking to place interns in several departments in 2018. For twelve to twenty-four weeks (March to August), Interns will work on impactful projects, client engagements, receive mentorship from organizational leaders and provide support to ThistlePraxis’ operations. Interns will be given substantial work assignments and asked to produce high quality deliverables. Opportunities may be available in the following areas:
• Projects and Programmes:
• Strategy and Research:
• New Media & Digital Business
ThistlePraxis’ is looking to place interns in several departments in 2018. For twelve to twenty-four weeks (March to August), Interns will work on impactful projects, client engagements, receive mentorship from organizational leaders and provide support to ThistlePraxis’ operations. Interns will be given substantial work assignments and asked to produce high quality deliverables. Opportunities may be available in the following areas:
• Projects and Programmes:
• Strategy and Research:
• New Media & Digital Business
Interns are valued members of the ThistlePraxis Team and we are looking for the best of the best.
ELIGIBILITY
This program is designed to provide meaningful work opportunities for the brightest young professionals. You are eligible to apply for this opportunity if you meet the criteria below:
• You are a university graduate (first degree) by February 30, 2018.
• You can speak and read English fluently.
• You hold citizenship or work authorization in Nigeria.
This program is designed to provide meaningful work opportunities for the brightest young professionals. You are eligible to apply for this opportunity if you meet the criteria below:
• You are a university graduate (first degree) by February 30, 2018.
• You can speak and read English fluently.
• You hold citizenship or work authorization in Nigeria.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for truly extraordinary candidates for several competitive positions. No prior experience is required and candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
• Citizenship of Nigeria
• Exceptional recent University graduate or young professional
• Strong work experiences. Examples include part-time or full-time jobs, internships, fellowships or research positions while at school
• Leadership experience at work, school clubs, volunteer organizations etc.
• Top-performing undergraduate background (include GPA/Marks on your application)
• Strong interest in ThistlePraxis’ work in Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability and Sustainable Development
• Strong desire for personal and professional growth
• Flexibility and a willingness to take on varied tasks
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team
• Fluent in English
We are looking for truly extraordinary candidates for several competitive positions. No prior experience is required and candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
• Citizenship of Nigeria
• Exceptional recent University graduate or young professional
• Strong work experiences. Examples include part-time or full-time jobs, internships, fellowships or research positions while at school
• Leadership experience at work, school clubs, volunteer organizations etc.
• Top-performing undergraduate background (include GPA/Marks on your application)
• Strong interest in ThistlePraxis’ work in Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability and Sustainable Development
• Strong desire for personal and professional growth
• Flexibility and a willingness to take on varied tasks
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team
• Fluent in English
START DATE
March 2018
March 2018
DURATION
March – August 2018, extensions available at your manager’s discretion and on request
March – August 2018, extensions available at your manager’s discretion and on request
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ThistlePraxis invests in building management and leadership skills even at the intern level. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and a final performance review upon completion of the internship period. As an intern, you will have regular one-on-one meetings with your supervisor to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to help develop the skills that would put you on your desired career track.
ThistlePraxis invests in building management and leadership skills even at the intern level. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and a final performance review upon completion of the internship period. As an intern, you will have regular one-on-one meetings with your supervisor to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to help develop the skills that would put you on your desired career track.
COMPENSATION
Interns will be provided with a reasonable stipend for the duration of their contract. Internships are a recruiting initiative. Historically, about 40% of interns are hired on to full-time roles.
Interns will be provided with a reasonable stipend for the duration of their contract. Internships are a recruiting initiative. Historically, about 40% of interns are hired on to full-time roles.
ABOUT THISTLEPRAXIS
ThistlePraxis Consulting is a Management Consulting firm that assists organizations in all sectors improve their organizational effectiveness and business operations to achieve sustainable growth and profitability through the delivery of innovative solutions, using effective strategies.
ThistlePraxis Consulting is a Management Consulting firm that assists organizations in all sectors improve their organizational effectiveness and business operations to achieve sustainable growth and profitability through the delivery of innovative solutions, using effective strategies.
TO APPLY
Please send the following to info@thistlepraxisconsulting.com:
1. Your CV
2. Two writing samples
3. A cover letter highlighting the following:
Please send the following to info@thistlepraxisconsulting.com:
1. Your CV
2. Two writing samples
3. A cover letter highlighting the following:
- Your department of interest for the internship and why
- What you hope to achieve through the internship
- Previous voluntary and leadership experience
APPLICATION DEADLINE
February 26, 2018
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – please do not email for an update on your application.
February 26, 2018
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – please do not email for an update on your application.
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