Jan 29, 2022
Opportunities For Women #14
Complied by Mosopefoluwa Amao, Chizulu Uwollloh and Maryam Awesu.
Have you ever had times in your life when someone assured you that they would always be there for you, but weren’t? 🤔 I definitely know I have!
Well, over here at Sisterly HQ, we NEVER disappoint (even though we have some people named ‘Amaka’ here though). 🤭
Behold your weekly dose of jobs, apprenticeships, scholarships and what-have-you to kickstart your new week. So apply away, and remember, the Opportunity and Resources team at Sisterly HQ always dey for you. ❤️
Jobs, Apprenticeships and Internships
Administrative Officer at Notore
Link: careers@notore.com
Notore is looking to hire an administrative officer with a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. The applicant must have expertise and skills in the following;
● Office Administration
● Travel Management
● Immigration Services
● Customer Service
● Facilities Maintenance Skills
● Fleet Management Skills
Deadline: January 28, 2022
Legal and Regulatory Lead at Stitch
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2817603159
Stitch is a developer-first API startup with a mission to deeply connect financial systems with the wider world.
The applicant must meet the following requirements:
● 5–10 years in a senior legal, regulatory, risk, or compliance role in payments and financial services
● Must be a licensed attorney in the current area of practice
● Must have a deep knowledge of applicable global and local payments and data compliance regulations
● Must be familiar with information security standards
● Must have the ability to develop relationships with relevant regulators across relevant jurisdictions
Deadline: Not Stated.
Compliance Officer at Interswitch Group
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2882108311
Interswitch Group is looking to hire a Compliance Officer. The Compliance Officer will be required to conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies and develop and implement compliance policies in liaison with regulators. They will also assess and report on compliance risks, investigate incidents and take action to ensure compliance.
Deadline: Not Stated.
Analyst at Open Capital
Link:https://opencapitaladvisors.applytojob.com/apply/n9L8b7Plzk/Analyst-Nigeria
Open Capital Advisors is a management consulting and financial advisory firm that drives growth, enables investment, and builds markets across Africa. We are looking for hard-working high-performers from any degree of discipline to join our Analyst Program.
Applicants must possess the following skills/qualities
● Strong academic performance in any discipline and a clear understanding of business
● Strong written and verbal communication skills and analytical abilities
● Desire to learn and grow while being exposed to new industries and business issues
● Ability to work effectively in teams
● Fluency in English
● Enjoy solving challenging strategic and financial questions
The candidate must be able to begin work full time in June 2022, Oct 2022, or February 2023
Deadline: Not Stated.
CIRES Summer Internship Program
Link: https://ciresdiversity.colorado.edu/projects/cires-gsl-internship-project
This is an internship program for undergraduate and graduate students who have an interest in environmental and geoscience research. Ten students will be given a chance to do research with global research scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder, the USA for a period of 10 to 12 weeks. Undergraduate students will be given a pay of $750 per week for 10 weeks while candidates who have graduated will be paid $1500 per week for 12 weeks.
Deadline: February 7, 2022
FMDQ Graduate Development Programme
Link: https://www.fmdqgroup.com/about/career/2022-fmdq-graduate-development-programme/
FMDQ is an intellectually stimulating and diverse work environment where every employee is equipped and empowered to thrive while delivering value to our stakeholders.
The applicant must meet the following requirements;
● Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second class upper (or its equivalent) from a reputable university
● Have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Programme
● Have a minimum of two years post-NYSC experience
Deadline: February 28, 2022
Ericsson Nigeria Graduate Program
Link: https://jobs.ericsson.com/job/Lagos-Nigeria-Engineering-Graduates-Lago/737576702/
We are looking for Engineering Graduates who have completed their studies in 2019 and 2020 with one of the following bachelor’s degrees:
● Electronics Engineering
● Computer Science/Software/Computer Engineering/IT, or Information Systems
● Networks Engineering
● Communications degrees with a focus on Telecommunications
Candidates should not have more than 1-year work experience and should have graduated with their bachelor’s degree by the latest December 2020. All graduates should have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program.
Deadline: Not Stated.
Policy Communications Manager at Meta
Meta, formerly Facebook, is looking to hire a Policy Communications Manager. The Policy Communications Managers key role will be to support a wide variety of press-facing policy issues across Sub-Saharan Africa. The applicant will need to understand the complex multi-country media environment, our policies, the social debate around our platforms and the cultural context of multiple countries.
Deadline: Not Stated.
Admin Manager at The Content Place
Link: https://ng.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appsharedroid&jk=25f628095ec82bbc
An admin officer and a podcast producer is one of the primary production team members on a podcast. They are responsible for overseeing all production aspects for episodes of a podcast series — from direction to writing scripts and booking guests to tracking podcast metrics like downloads. They also lend support to the podcast host and the other team members throughout the production process.
Though a college degree is not necessary for independent podcasting, larger, news-related entities may require a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship, New grad
Salary: ₦50,000.00 — ₦70,000.00 per month
Location: Remote
Contract length: 6 months
Administrative Support Intern
Job Summary
We are looking to hire an Administrative intern with computer literacy skills.
● Minimum Qualification: HND
● Experience Level: Entry level
● Experience Length: No Experience/Less than 1 year
● Job Description/Requirements
● Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
● Handle requests and queries appropriately
● Manage diary and schedule meetings and appointments
● Make travel arrangements
● Take dictation and minutes
● Source office supplies
● Produce reports, presentations, and briefs
● Devise and maintain an office filing system
Requirements:
Your ability to do basic computing as follows are required:
● Microsoft Word
● Social Media management
● Checking Email on PC and Mobile
● Other basic computer literacy skills
Deadline: Not Specified.
Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards
Eisenhower Global Fellowship Program 2022 For Mid-Career Professionals
Link: https://www.efworld.org/apply-now/
Key Information: In fall 2022, Eisenhower Fellowships will assemble a diverse group of visionaries from across the globe and invite them to the United States for a unique five-week program with both in-person and virtual components. Fellows will develop a project, foster professional relationships and launch dynamic, concrete collaborations with their American counterparts, their cohort and the prestigious EF network of over 2500 Fellows from 115 countries.
Deadline: March 1, 2022.
Eni-Oxford Scholarship For Africans
Link: https://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/oxford-experience/scholarships-and-funding/eni-oxford-africa-scholarships
Key Information: This scholarship is open to Africans to study and get an MBA at Oxford University. The scholarship covers full MBA fees, a grant for living expenses and one return air fare.
Deadline: None
Climate and Cryosphere (CliC) Fellowship and Grant 2022
Key Information: The goal of Climate and Cryosphere (CliC) fellowships and grants is to increase the engagement of early career researchers (ECR) in CliC activities and to promote the participation of scientists from regions currently underrepresented in CliC, i.e., South America, Asia and Africa.
Deadline: January 31, 2022
2022 Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship
Link: https://tshikululu.org.za/case-study/2022-netflix-creative-equity-scholarship-fund/
Key Information: Netflix has committed $1Million towards the Creative Equity Scholarship Fund in Sub-Saharan Africa that will provide support to African creatives to access quality tertiary education in film and TV-focused disciplines at sought-after academic institutions.
Deadline: February 4, 2022–23:59(CAT)
L’Oréal Hair and Skin Research Grant
Link: https://www.africaderm.com/Researchgrant
Key Information: L’Oréal Medical Directorate created the L’Oréal African Hair and Skin Research Grant in 2013. It is aimed at clinical, basic and molecular researchers studying hair and skin physiology. The grant is open to certified dermatologists, epidemiologists and scientists in Africa.
Deadline: February 4, 2022–23h 59(CAT)
The Orange Knowledge Program Scholarship
Link: https://www.studyinholland.nl/finances/orange-knowledge-programme
Key Information: This is a full scholarship available to professionals working in (urban) development from 53 countries offered by Nuffic. The aim of the program is to aid the development of the capacity, knowledge, and quality of individuals as well as institutions in the field of higher and vocational education.
Deadline: Varies
Commonwealth Split Scholarship For Low and Middle Income Countries
Key Information: Funded by the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Commonwealth Split-site 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.
Deadline: February 17, 2022–18:00(GMT)
University of York’s “Be Exceptional” Scholarship 2022
Link: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/fees-funding/be-exceptional-scholarships/
Key Information: Our “Be Exceptional” scholarships are awarded to international students to support them to achieve their goals at the University of York. We have a number of awards ranging from a £2,500 to £7,500 tuition fee discount. If you are successful, this discount will be applied in your first year only.
Deadline: March 21, 2022–11:59PM GMT
FAO-Hungarian Government Scholarship Programme 2022–2023
Link: https://www.fao.org/europe/news/detail-news/en/c/1468903/
The available course for this scholarship program is Food Safety and Quality Engineering and it will be offered at the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life sciences, Budapest. This scholarship will cover application and tuition fees throughout the study period with basic books and notes, accommodation, health insurance, and subsistence costs.
Applications should be submitted via email till 28th February 2022.
Maastricht University Holland-High Potential Scholarship
The Maastricht University (UM) Holland-High Potential Scholarship programme offers 24 full scholarships of € 29,000 (including tuition fee waiver and monthly stipend) each academic year for highly talented students from outside the European Union (EU) who have been admitted to a master’s programme at UM.
Deadline: Not stated.
Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students
Link: https://www.gob.mx/amexcid/acciones-y-programas/becas-para-extranjeros-29785
On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) invites foreign citizens who are interested in studying for:
● Specialization
● Master’s degree or doctorate
● Conducting graduate or postdoctoral research or
● Taking part in an undergraduate or graduate-level academic mobility program, to participate in the 2020 Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students.
The scholarships are offered to more than 180 countries through a series of bilateral conventions, multilateral programs and special agreements.
Deadline: Not stated.
McKinsey & Company Fellow — Young Leaders Programme
Link: https://www.mckinsey.com/careers/search-jobs/jobs/fellow-youngleadersprogramme-15374
This is an internship open only to Nigerians doing their mandatory national youth service (NYSC). You will be an integral member of our teams, experiencing McKinsey life firsthand. The Young Leaders Programme helps to develop exceptional young local African talent into real leaders.
Application Deadline: Not stated.
Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program
Link: https://www.iie.org/AfricanDiaspora
The Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) is a scholar fellowship program for educational projects at African higher education institutions funded by a grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York (CCNY). CADFP exemplifies CCNY’s enduring commitment to higher education in Africa. IIE manages and administers the program, including applications, project requests, and fellowships.
Deadline: February 28, 2022.
Awareness Tech Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship
Link: https://iamcybersafe.org/s/awareness-tech-womens-scholarship
The Awareness Tech women in Cybersecurity Scholarship, in conjunction with (ISC)2 Women’s Scholarships and administered by the Center for Cyber Safety and Education. The recipient of the Awareness Tech Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship will receive a $3,000 Scholarship to be applied to tuition, fees, books and required electronics. Please read criteria and eligibility carefully.
Recipient would be notified by April 15, 2022.
Deadline: February 28, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST
Fully Funded Msc Scholarships in Information Security and Cloud Computing 2022/2023
Link: https://www.secclo.eu/admission/how-to-apply/
SECCLO is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programme in the field of computer science, in information security and cloud computing. Successful applicants are expected to have a high-quality Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology. Recipients from non-EU countries would be awarded full tuition worth 9000€
Deadline: Not stated.
Resources
HR Immersion Program 4.0 with Coach Enife
Link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbrSXfdiwLeoxQ7mAkXHc6d69ZdZrwso1LSOiCh1deXVK7nA/viewform
Join a free 13-week virtual human resources development program where you can learn about HR fundamentals, workplace ethics, leadership and gain access to top HR professionals.
The 50intech Newsletter
Link: https://www.50intech.com/
The 50intech Newsletter ‘matches women in tech with their allies to achieve more inclusivity in tech’. The newsletter provides updates on job openings, companies hiring, events, inspirations and so on. The goal of 50intech is to achieve 50% representation of women in tech by 2050!
The Growth Space
Link: https://youtu.be/uvzE396htcc
In this YouTube episode, Bukola Omokehinde of Growdiance talks about important things to consider while preparing to apply for global opportunities.
The Morning Brew
Link: https://www.morningbrew.com/daily
Morning Brew is a daily email newsletter covering the latest news from Wall St. to Silicon Valley. Informative, witty, and everything you need to start your day.
Do you have other Opportunities and Resources aside from the ones listed? Please let us know in the comments
The Writers
Mosopefoluwa Amao
Mosopefoluwa is a Lawyer and a Cybersecurity Analyst with an interest in Cloud Security. She likes to share knowledge, hence, her role as an Opportunities and Resources Writer. In her free time, you would find her restaurant hopping, trying out recipes or seeing a movie. Connect with Mosopefoluwa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.
Chizulu Uwolloh
Zulu, named after Zulu Shofola, is a writer, avid movie watcher, and self-proclaimed bibliophile. She is proud to call herself a feminist and when she’s not editing for Sisterly HQ and watching travel vlogs on YouTube, she’s trying to save the world in her own little way. Connect with Zulu on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Maryam Awesu
Maryam Awesu is a 400 level law student at the University of Lagos. She is a Technology enthusiast looking towards inspiring young women into the space, a Tech podcaster, and an SDG 4 advocate. Maryam owns a Technical blog, Hashnode and a lifestyle blog on Medium. Connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
The Editor
Chiamaka Dike
Chiamaka Dike is a content writer, podcaster, and editorial assistant at The Republic, with a strong passion for culture, politics, and gender equality. Connect with Chiamaka on Instagram and Twitter.
