The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) is inviting businesses, government agencies, and organizations to apply as host organizers. This initiative, backed by the Nigerian government, UNDP, and the European Union, focuses on tackling youth unemployment by offering fresh graduates real-world job experience. Here’s a simplified guide on how to apply and the benefits you can gain.
What is the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme?
The NJFP is a twelve-month fellowship designed to help graduates in Nigeria transition from education to the workplace. It aims to enhance employability, skill transfer, and career readiness. Host organizations play a key role in offering graduates the experience they need to succeed in the job market.
Benefits of Being a Host Organization
By signing up as a host organization, you will:
- Access a Diverse Talent Pool: Choose from a wide range of skilled, qualified candidates ready to contribute.
- Zero Recruitment Cost: NJFP covers a monthly stipend of ₦100,000 for the fellows, reducing your recruitment costs.
- Boost Your Brand: Improve your public image by contributing to a national effort to reduce youth unemployment.
- Become a National Partner: Engage in a country-wide initiative to promote youth development, talent incubation, and skill transfer.
Who Can Apply?
Any business or organization in Nigeria can participate, including:
- Start-ups and small businesses
- Government agencies
- Creative, technology, and financial sectors
- Innovation and digital industries
- Organizations in the green economy
- Entities across all 36 states and the FCT
Steps to Apply as a Host Organization
- Visit the NJFP Portal: Go to the official NJFP Application Portal.
- Fill Out the Form: Submit an expression of interest for your organization.
- Initial Assessment: The NJFP team will contact you for a needs assessment to determine how best you can participate.
- Placement Opportunities: Provide meaningful, paid placements for selected fellows over a twelve-month period.
- Mentorship and Support: Optionally, you can also offer guidance, mentoring, or financial/material contributions to the program.
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How Host Organizations Benefit
- Reduced Costs: NJFP handles the stipend payment for fellows, allowing you to minimize hiring costs while accessing fresh talent.
- Contribution to Society: Your participation helps address unemployment and supports national efforts to upskill the youth.
- Skilled Workforce: Fellows contribute their skills to your organization for 12 months, impacting your bottom line positively.
Security Caution
The NJFP warns applicants that it does not charge any fees at any stage of the application process. Report any suspicious activities to local law enforcement to avoid fraudulent schemes.
Participating in the NJFP as a host organization is a unique opportunity to gain access to skilled young professionals while supporting national development. The program is open to a broad range of sectors, and your involvement can make a significant difference. Take the first step by registering today!
Contact Information
For more information or inquiries, reach out via email: north-west.tmc@njfp.com or visit the NJFP Application Portal to get started.
