Kashim Ibrahim Fellowship Program for Nigerian Graduates 2023

The Kashim Ibrahim Fellowship (KIF) is a one-year non-partisan leadership training programme for young Nigerians between the age of 25-35 years.

This one year aims to create a network of high potential young Nigerians who are expected to rise to top leadership positions in the public sector and other spheres of activity over the next decade.

Host: Kaduna State Government (KDSG)
Tagged: Fellowships
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Benefits: Full Sponsorship | Monthly Salary | Training
Deadline: March 20, 2023

Established in 2018, KIF is an initiative of the Kaduna State Government (KDSG). The Fellowship is named after Sir Kashim Ibrahim, the first post-independence Governor of the Northern Region (1962-1966) who was known for his passion for education and selfless leadership which he demonstrated not only as Governor, but also as a Minister at various times.

Requirements:

To be considered for the fellowship:

• Nigerian
• Age range 25-35 years (MAXIMUM AGE OF 35 WHEN THE FELLOWSHIP ENDS)
• Graduate from an accredited University
• Completed NYSC

Scholarship Duration and Reward

• A salary and benefits equivalent to that of Special Assistant to the Governor.
• Accommodation: Boarding (and breakfast) is provided in a nicely furnished one-bedroom apartment for the duration of the Fellowship.

Selection Process

• Applications submitted on the portal before the stated deadline are automatically filtered for plagiarism and grammar. Those who attain the minimum score required (cut-off score) and beyond, make it to the second round of assessments.
• In the second round, each application undergoes a preliminary strength of argument and further use of English assessment by independent editors and successful applications move to the third round of assessments.
• In this third level, each application is reviewed by two members of the Steering Committee. They are scored based on use of English, persuasiveness of argument, demonstration of leadership/public service qualities and strength of curriculum vitae (CV) and letters of recommendation. Applicants who meet the cut-off score and beyond are contacted and asked to make video submissions of themselves responding to questions asked.
• In stage four, the videos are reviewed by the Steering Committee with the best of them being selected for the consideration of the Governing Board.
• The Governing Board then does the final selection of the required number of Fellows who would form the next cohort of the Kashim Ibrahim Fellowship.
• The successful applicants are contacted by the KIF Secretariat and announced by the Governor at an unveiling ceremony.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• Résumé/Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages)
• Details of two (2) referees.

Method of Application

Use the link below to start your application.

• Please note that application for admission to the Kashim Ibrahim Fellowship is entirely an online process.
• There are no paper forms to complete, there is no application fee or any cost to apply.
• Prior to the specified deadline, you may work on your application at any time and submit it when you are ready. After creating an account and accessing the online application, you can upload materials and request your letters of recommendation.

Applicants are required to write an essay based on the relevant essay topic (1000 words maximum), submit a Résumé/Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages), and details of two (2) referees.

It is important to visit the official website to access the application form and for more detailed information on how to apply for this offer.

FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY

Deadline:

March 20, 2023