Opportunities for Women #5
Compiled by Titilope Adedokun
Here’s your sign to go for what you want, right now.
Get your dreams, babe! You are all shades of Nigerian wonder, and you deserve the life you want. Fully funded scholarships, big shot jobs, 6 figure investments, your name on the biggest stages in the world, prize money and everything in between. You deserve it. We hope that this list of opportunities and resources will help you to get started. Get it, babe!
Jobs, Apprenticeships and Internships
We’re growing quickly and we are looking for amazing people to join our team as we tell the stories of Nigerian women, and connect them to resources and opportunities. Just like this. (winks agressively)
Deadline: October 22, 2021
#FCMBFlexxtern is an initiative by leading financial institution, First City Monument Bank, in partnership with other prestigious organizations in Nigeria. Apply for a chance to win a 3-month paid internship and a 1-day career training session with a certificates of participation. Open to fresh graduates.
Deadline: Not stated.
Key Accounts Manager (Nigeria), Paystack
As a Key Accounts Manager, you’ll be entrusted with a portfolio of some of our fastest-growing customers from different sectors, across multiple countries. Your primary responsibility will be to scale and maintain the business of these companies, while helping them meet their most important business objectives.
Deadline: October 24, 2021
Utiva is one of the largest tech learning platforms that helps people learn to prepare themselves for the Future of Work. Utiva is looking for recent graduates that have not gone for NYSC yet, who have served with any of these student organizations in the past; AIESEC, ENACTUS, JCI, and have the ability to take a part-time role and work remotely.
Deadline: Not stated.
Communications Officer, Oxfam Nigeria
The job holder will work with technical program, media, campaigning and policy colleagues to develop digital and communication strategies that meet the objectives of our public campaigns, and responsible for ensuring projects are delivered and also integrate social media into our wider communications, programme and campaigning work.
Deadline: October 26, 2021
Africa Government and Economy Editor, Bloomberg LP
Bloomberg News seeks an experienced editor to join our economy and government team in sub-Saharan Africa. We are looking for a journalist with a deep knowledge of the region’s politics, economics and business sector, along with an understanding of financial and commodity markets.
Deadline: Not stated.
This program designed to aid the identification and attraction of unique digitally savvy candidates, equip and position them to be able to drive the future digital and technology objectives of Stanbic IBTC Group. Applicants must be IT Software Developers, Cloud Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineers, Data Engineers, Mobile App Developers, Blockchain Developers, IoT Developers, UI/UX Developers, Linux OS Administrators, Database Administrators, Applications Support.
Deadline: Not stated.
Women in Sales Trainee — Nigeria, Canon
We are looking for new talents who will be willing to join our Sales Team for long term (1 year) internship. The purpose of the program is to support female participation in our sales workforce. Interns will take active role and have sales responsibilities where they’ll be supported with a structured development program.
Deadline: Not stated.
UBA 2021 Graduate Recruitment Programme
We are searching for young and enthusiastic graduates who are self-starters to join our Graduate Recruitment Programme. Successful trainees will be hired as permanent employees after completing the intensive 6 months (classroom and on the job learning).
Deadline: October 22, 2021
UNFPA Internship Programme at UNFPA Headquarters in New York
The internship offers students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNFPA operations. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of UNFPA work.
Deadline: December 31, 2021
Africa Graduate Programme (Nigeria), Control Risks
This is a rotation-based fully paid programme where the graduates will spend time working with different teams and service lines in various African countries.
Deadline: November 2, 2021
Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards
Communications Fellow, VOICE Amplified (Remote)
The fellow will work directly with VOICE’s Communications Team, providing valuable support, ideas and input into our communications strategy and creative initiatives to promote VOICE’s vision and work. A part-time internship (20 hours/week) for 6 months, with a 1-month probationary period. A 500 USD/month stipend, payable after the probation period. Please, read application carefully.
Deadline: Not stated.
Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation
The Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation brings individuals to Harvard University to work on a specific course of research or a specific project relating to journalism innovation. The fellowship is a collaboration between the Nieman Foundation for Journalism and the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard.
Deadline: December 1, 2021
Elisabeth & Amelie Fund — Grants for Students From Developing Countries Studying In Belgium
The Fund supports sustainable water management in developing countries by financing on-the-spot internships for students from developing countries who are studying in Belgium. The grant will cover the expenses inherent to the internship, up to a maximum of € 5,000. About ten grants shall be awarded.
Deadline: October 19, 2021
2021 NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship
Eligible undergraduate students studying NUC-accredited courses in Nigerian universities are invited to submit an electronic application.
Deadline: October 31, 2021
IAMAT-Robert Haru Fisher Travel Medicine Scholarship
Awarded to a doctor or nurse living and working in an African country, outside of South Africa. The successful scholar will be sponsored to attend a 5-day travel medicine course offered by SASTM in association with the University of the Witwatersrand and participate in clinical observations for 3 days at the Travel Doctor clinic in Johannesburg.
Deadline: Not stated.
Catholic Relief Services’ International Development Fellows Program
Each Fellow works alongside experienced CRS staff to address critical issues facing developing countries. The Fellowship is a unique 12-month professional development opportunity, designed to prepare Fellows for success in a range of onward positions with CRS.
Deadline: November 1, 2021
2022–23 Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme
The programme is a transformative experience that emphasises learning, connection and reflection. The fellowship journey begins with an immersive year at the London School of Economics and Political Science, centred around four key learning Modules.
Deadline: January 10, 2022
Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship
Successful students will receive a scholarship covering the full Sciences Po tuitions fees every year, for the duration of their undergraduate studies programme. As social criteria are also taken into account, an additional grant may be awarded to cover living expenses.
Deadline: 2 weeks after undergraduate applications
The Émile Boutmy scholarship fund benefits from the generous support of its sponsors (benefactors, companies and foundations) who are eager to allow the most deserving international students to study at Sciences Po. Applicants can apply for masters and undergraduate scholarships.
Deadline: February 23, 2022
Mr Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma-Adolfs Fund for LLM at the University of Amsterdam
This scholarship is meant for talented and motivated students, from within and outside the EEA, who wish to pursue an LLM at the Amsterdam Law School. Students must be (conditionally) admitted to an LLM and selection is based on (undergraduate) academic records and motivation.
Deadline: January 15, 2022
Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholars Programme at the University of Cambridge
The Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholars Programme (HDPSP) supports academically outstanding University of Cambridge PhD students from any part of the world, and in any discipline, to contribute to society by producing intellectually rigorous research which makes a positive difference to the academic community and beyond.
Deadline: Dependent on your course — either 2 December 2021 or 6 January 2022
Contests, Grants and Campaigns
Abuja City Journal National Essay Competition
Win up 1 million naira, a laptop or a tablet in the second edition of the Abuja City Journal essay competition. Open to 18–35 year olds. The essay topic is The Value of Patriotism in Creating the Nigeria of our Dreams. Essay should not be more than 400 words.
Deadline: October 31, 2021
St. Gallen Global Essay Competition
Compete in our Global Essay Competition and be one of the top 100 contributors to qualify for an all-expenses covered participation as a Leader of Tomorrow in the world’s premier opportunity for cross-generational debates: The St. Gallen Symposium. Win prize money of CHF 20,000 split amongst the three winners.
Deadline: February 1, 2022
Solv[ED] Youth Innovation Challenge
Are you 24 and under and passionate about making a positive impact in your community and the world? Over $200,000 is available in prize funding to share among selected Solv[ED] Innovators. In addition to prize funding, selected Solv[ED] Innovators will receive mentorship and coaching from members of the MIT and MIT Solve community.
Deadline: January 18, 2022
Netflix and UNESCO Short Film Competition
The competition is open to individuals seeking to venture into feature film development and production. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 5 years of experience in the audio-visual industry. The final 6 storytellers will each win $25,000; each of them will also receive a production budget of up to $75,000 to create their short film.
Deadline: November 14, 2021
Global Leadership Challenge 2021
The Global Leadership Challenge 2021 will convene 100 young leaders selected through an open application process in Oxford, St. Gallen, and around the world. Earn a certificate, attend the 51st St. Gallen Symposium, and receive mentorship from the Oxford Character Project.
Deadline: October 24, 2021
We are looking for good storytelling (fiction or non-fiction) written specifically for delivery and reading/viewing on a PC or Mac, the web, or a hand-held device such as an iPad or mobile phone. It could be a short story, novel, poem, narrative game, documentary, or transmedia work using words, images, film or animation with audience interaction. Win up to £1000.
Deadline: November 26, 2021
Schneider Electric and AVEVA are looking for game changers around the world who dare to disrupt, and push the boundaries of digital transformation in Energy Management. Global winners will be awarded a €10,000 Prize to be split equally among winning team members.
Deadline: February 15, 2022
African App Launchpad AAL Cup 2021
The African App Launchpad (AAL) initiative is an Africa-wide platform aiming to build capacity of youth from African States and foster establishment of sustainable startups in the area of the advanced ever-changing app and game technologies. Compete for $72,000 in prizes.
Deadline: October 31, 2021
Wise Guys SaaS — Africa Acceleration Program
This program is for East- and West-African early-stage digital B2B SaaS startups with initial traction, solid team and and a focus on specific areas. Join the intensive 5-month startup accelerator program power-packed with cutting-edge industry knowledge and expertise. Get funding of up to €65K investment for up to 12% equity (48K cash + 17K program) with a follow-on possibility.
Deadline: January 15, 2022
Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC) 2023
The competition will bring together universities, research institutions and individual innovators to collaborate on finding a practical solution to global maritime security challenges such as illegal fishing, piracy, smuggling and human trafficking. The competition offers a prize money of US $3,250,000.
Deadline: December 30, 2021
Programs, Workshops and Conferences
LinkedIn Creator Accelerator Program
LinkedIn is partnering with creators who are eager to start conversations about the world of work and who want to build a community in the process. If you’re ready to get people talking, join us. Open to residents of the US.
Deadline: Not stated.
Lagos Model United Nations 2021
Lagos Model United Nations is a conference where young people come together to discuss and solve global problems such as climate change, and gender inequality. The conference will feature an Idea Fair where participants can win cash prizes (Up to NGN 600,000 in 2020) to develop their ideas.
Date: November 26–28, 2021
Deadline: October 31, 2021
Orange Corners Incubation Program
Orange Corners provides young entrepreneurs with a 6-month incubation progamme. At the same time, Orange Corners serves as a bridge between these innovative entrepreneurs and the private sector. This offers a great benefit to all partners involved. Orange Corners is an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in collaboration with a local service provider.
Deadline: November 26, 2021
Peaceful Futures Scholarship To Attend One Young World Tokyo 2022
The scholarship has been established to identify and amplify the voices of young leaders who undertake exemplary work to end youth violence and create a peaceful future for their peers and subsequent generations. Scholars will receive access to the summit, funded accommodation, funded meals, funded travel to, fro and in Tokyo, among others.
Deadline: November 26, 2021
Leading Africa Scholarship 2022 To Attend One Young World Tokyo 2022
The Leading Africa Scholarship is an initiative designed to ensure that outstanding young people from Africa are represented at the One Young World Summit 2022 in Tokyo. Scholars will receive access to the summit, funded accommodation, funded meals, funded travel to, fro and in Tokyo, among others.
Deadline: December 1, 2021
The Design School Lagos Program
The Design School Lagos Program is a free program that equips Lagos residents with graphic design, product design, and workplace skills. It is also creating the necessary exposure that is needed for them to launch their careers and earn income in the technology sector and beyond. Funded by the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and the United States Africa Development Foundation (USADF).
Duration: 6 weeks
Deadline: Not stated
Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent. There is no tuition cost for students to participate in YYAS.
Date: July 20 — 26, 2022
Deadline: February 3, 2022
Resources
Tech Nation Visa — United Kingdom
The Tech Nation Visa enables the brightest and best tech talent from around the world to come and work in the UK’s digital technology sector, contributing their cutting-edge expertise, creativity and innovation to maintaining the UK’s position at the forefront of the global digital economy.
SEO Africa provides the most talented and motivated university students in Africa with a world-class training programme, mentorship from top professionals and an internship or graduate programme in a top local or international company. You are eligible to apply as long as you are an African student, irrespective of your level and degree.
Deadline: October 24, 2021
Growdiance is the online community for ambitious young people. Growdiance began at the outset of the pandemic to train young people on essential skills that will help them in navigating their personal and professional journey. Through absolutely informational YouTube contents by the Founder, Bukola — Growdiance equips you to be the boss of your life!
