Application is ongoing for the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) 2.0, which is aimed at empowering Nigerian graduates with opportunities. Launched 31st of August 2021, the NJFP is a youth empowerment partnership initiative between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The programme seeks to connect talented graduates with local job opportunities that apply their expertise while equipping them with world-class practical knowledge and relevant skills. It does not matter if you have no job experience!
Benefits of the programme for fellows
- Fellows will be matched with host organizations based on their interests as well as those aligned to the organization
- 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:
- High performing Jubilee Fellows may go on to be retained by their respective host organizations.
- Fellows with an interest in entrepreneurship would have garnered sufficient skills and knowledge on the job which will be invaluable as they pursue other opportunities
- With newly acquired on-the-job skills & competencies, experience. exposure and a formidable alumni network that can be leveraged, fellows are better positioned and equipped to compete and access future jobs and employment opportunities.
Benefits of the programme for organizations
- Cost Savings – No HR agencies, advertising costs, lengthy triple-round interview process, or salary costs. The NJFP has you covered.
- Increased Productivity – Access to a wide range of highly qualified candidates with cutting-edge skills relevant to your organization that will help to increase your team’s productivity.
- Improved Brand Image – Boosting your corporate social responsibility work and showing commitment to give back to the community engagement in the programme will contribute to a positive brand image for your organization.
- Expanded Network – You will be a part of the NJFP network of national and regional private and public sector entities as well as gain access to an expanded pool of experienced, employable young Nigerian expertise to draw from.
- Increased Policy Influence – Access to a national platform for deliberative public policy reform discussions on education, employment and relevant industry policy issues.
The Programme Process
- Application and matching: Selection of fellows and matching talent to host organizations that have expressed interest.
- Induction and onboarding: Induction and onboarding of matched fellows into the Jubilee Fellows Programme.
- Deployment: Deployment of the matched fellows to host organizations for the 12-month placement phase.
- Offboarding: Offboarding into an alumni pool of talent after the 12-month placement phase.
- Alumni network: Support the alumni network through profiling and exposure to job opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria
For fellows:
- Must be a Nigerian citizen.
- Be a fresh graduate (Bachelor’s Degree or HND Certificate) from any discipline and graduate no earlier than 2022.
- Graduate with at least a Second Class Lower (2.2) for Bachelor’s Degree or Upper Credit (> 3.00) for HND Certificate holders.
- 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 the 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.
Documentation Required
- Notarized Degree Certificate
- NYSC Certificate
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- National Identification Number (NIN) Slip
- Bank Verification Number (BVN)
What to Expect (Application & Assessments)
- An Application Form (Available on the site)
- A Computer-Based Aptitude Test
- A Psychometric Test
- Submission of a Video Responding to the Question “What Makes YOU THE Ideal NJFP Fellow?” – IMPORTANT: Video submissions longer than 60 seconds and larger than 10mb will be disqualified.
Application Starts:
22nd October, 2025
Application Deadline:
Not Specified
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should: Click here to apply
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