Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) 2021

The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) is a youth empowerment partnership initiative between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The program is still part of the effort to help young Nigerians overcome the problem of rising unemployment and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic which has further hindered their ability to finding work.

What You Should Know

• Target Youth: Targeting young talented Nigerians like you, who are looking to land their entry role in the corporate world.
• Job Placement: Placing 20,000 highly skilled Nigerian youths in private and public sector organizations across various industries.
• Organizations: NJFP will help organizations cut through the lead-time and resources spent recruiting entry level roles.
• Growth: Empower and engage youth to be able to contribute to the expansion of the private sector.

• Table of Content
• About Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP)
• NJFP Followship
• Aim and Benefits of NJFP Followship
• Requirements for NJFP Followship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP)

Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) is a youth empowerment partnership initiative between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

NJFP Followship

Application Deadline	20 Oct 2021
Country to study	Nigeria
Type	Fellowship
Sponsor	Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of NJFP Followship

Benefits for Fellows 

• Fellows will be matched with host organisations based on their interests as well as those aligned to the organisation
• They will receive a monthly stipend from NJFP
• 3 clear pathways are available for the Jubilee Fellow at the end of their active engagement in the fellowship:
  1. High performing Jubilee Fellows may go on to be retained by their respective host organisations.
  2. Fellows with interest in entrepreneurship would have garnered sufficient skills and knowledge on the job which will be invaluable as they pursue other opportunities
  3. With newly acquired on-the-job skills & competencies, experience. exposure and a formidable alumni network which can be leveraged, fellows are better positioned and equipped to compete and access future jobs and employment opportunities.

Benefits for an Organization

1. Cost Savings – No HR agencies, advertising costs, lengthy triple-round interview process, or salary costs. The NJFP has you covered.
2. Increased Productivity – Access to a wide range of highly qualified candidates with cutting-edge skills relevant to your organisation that will help to increase your team’s productivity.
3. Improved Brand Image – Boosting your corporate social responsibility work and by showing commitment to give back to the community engagement in the programme will contribute to a positive brand image for your organization.
4. Expanded Network – You will be a part of the NJFP network of national and regional private and public sector entities as well gain access to an expanded pool of experienced, employable young Nigerian expertise to draw from.
5. Increased Policy Influence – Access to a national platform for deliberative public policy reform discussions on education, employment and relevant industry policy issues.

 

Requirements for NJFP Followship Qualification

To participate in the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Program 2021, number of eligibility conditions are enlisted for interested Fellows and host organizations to note.

To eligible as a fellow, you must;

• Be a Nigerian citizen.
• Be a fresh graduate (Bachelor’s Degree) from any discipline and graduated not earlier than 2017.
• Be at most 30 years old.
• Not currently engaged in any employment.
• Have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) OR have a certificate of exemption from the NYSC.
• Demonstrate interest/commitment in chosen career field.
• Demonstrate interest/commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic development.
• Have excellent time management and a professional attitude.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills.

To be eligible as a host organization, you must;

• Provide an up-to-date regulatory documentation including – CAC Certificate of Registration
• Provide an official letter of interest detailing a clear understanding of the objectives of the NJFP and commitment to supporting the program by accepting fellow placements.
• Provide clear descriptions of available role requirements.
• Enter agreement to provide mentorship support to fellows through dedicated sessions with existing experienced professional within their organizations.
• Enter agreement to abide by the guidelines of the program and to sign a code of conduct.
• Have non-discrimination policies on gender, ethnicity, religion and disability status, as well as policies against sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse (PSHEA).
• Have no criminal records or conviction or any affiliation with proscribed organizations ie, terrorists, drug traffickers, illicit trade, child labour.

Application Deadline

October 20, 2021

How to Apply

The application and participation in the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Program 2021 will be in six (6) stages.

Stage 1: Expression of Interest

Call for expression of interest for organizations to participate in the program

Stage 2: Employer Need Assessment

Assessment of capacity and skill demand for host organization

Stage 3: Matching with Fellows

Matching, short-listing and recruitment of fellows to job opportunities at the host organizations

Stage 4: Fellows Onboarding

Tailor-made curriculum and support for high-quality onboarding of Fellows in the host organizations

Stage 5: Fellows deployment

Placement of Fellows in host organizations including on and off training, skills and developing, etc.

Stage 6: Fellows Offboarding

Support with job search, entrepreneurship possibilities or retainment of Fellows in host organization.

For more details, visit NJFP website.