Tech4EMPLOYMENT
Low skills perpetuate poverty and inequality. With our Tech4Employment programme, we aim to reduce gender digital divide, un- and underemployment, increase productivity, and improve standards of living through provision of digital skills training programmes targeted at bridging the mismatch between the tertiary education curriculum and the realities/needs of the labour market. Helping people develop and update their skills makes economic sense.
Why Tech4Employment?
The diffusion of information and communication technologies (ICT) across all economic sectors is placing new demands on workers’ skills. The changing skill set is both expanding employment opportunities and imposing new demands on disadvantaged groups.
In today’s job market, basic ICT skills are considered essential for people entering the workforce and for those trying to find a better job. ICT skills are not just required for jobs in the information technology (IT) sector. The demand for ICT skills arecross cutting.
Are you unemployed?
At ThriveBridge, we aim to serve as a platform that acts as an intermediary that bridges Gender Digital Divide and enhances labor market information, skills, and social connections for young unemployed or underemployed graduates (particularly female).
We are uniquely positioned to provide training and job-seeking assistance to people who face higher barriers to employment first by building their employability skills, then connecting them to local industry. We do this by granting access to free and sponsored to training programs in an environment that promotes lifelong learning.
Programme Structure.
Each of our programme features a comprehensive hands-on activities with a minimum duration of 4 weeks. Our Tech4Work Initiative12-week (3 month) initiative combines full-time training with Internship as applicable. All components of the Tech Skills training are delivered via a blended methodology (Online and Physical)
Programme Timelines.
Programmes are announced for application well before kick-off. Watch this space or follow us on our social media to get updates.
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for the training program if you meet all of the following criteria:
- You are a graduate of any Nigerian Public Tertiary Institution
- You are unemployed or underemployed
- Not more than 35 years as at the time of application
Females and People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Other learning Opportunities.
In addition to ICT competence, we also provide other personal development skills programmes for life and career, including goal setting, work-life balance, communication skills, team work, collaboration, critical thinking, decision-making, and general social skills. Please check our thrivelearn by clicking the button below.
Application Instructions.
You will be required to identify your area of interest when completing the application form; please indicate in the application narrative which one of the training topics you are interested in and why you are choosing to pursue a career in this area. Potential topics that lead to industry-recognized certifications and credentials could include:
- Business analytics
- Database administration
- Data Management
- Website and Graphics Designing
Faqs
What is the cost?
There is no cost for the training; applicants must be able to financially support themselves for all attendant logistics costs for the duration of the program.
What is the time commitment?
You must complete both the classroom and online training portion, which is a minimum of 4 weeks, depending on the programme and the work placement component (where applicable), which is 4 weeks (1 month).
Will everyone who apply be accepted?
No. There are a limited number of program seats available; typically 16-17 per cohort. We recommend you apply as soon as possible with a full and complete application. a strong statement of goals and topics of interest on the application narrative section.
Once approved for the program, when do I start the training?
The tenatative start date for the first cohort is January 10, 2022
How many hours a week will I commit to?
Classroom training is 9 hours per week (3 hours per day, Thursday througn Saturday) and attendance is mandatory. The classroom will be blended until further notice.
Am I guaranteed a job at the end?
Upon completion of the training, you will possess a competitive skill-set. We will provide you with resources and support in finding employment in a training-related position, but, ultimately, you are responsible for finding your own employment.
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