Deadline: July 21, 2023
Applications are open for the Click-on Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2023. The Data Science Fellowship Programme is part of the Kaduna State’s Data Revolution Plan aimed at strengthening the coordination in the collection and use of data for evidence-based decision making.
The Click-On Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme is a Digital Skills and Development Programme implemented by Kaduna Bureau of Statistics which is aimed at training data management professionals. A total of 100 young people will be trained in Data Science and the use of modern tools to improve public policy and decision making in Kaduna State. The Data Science Fellowship Programme is part of the Kaduna State Data Lab Project jointly implemented by the Kaduna State Government, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation.
The Programme is expected to last for a 6-month period divided into a 3-months intensive training programme and a 3-months paid internship, where participants would have an opportunity to work closely with the Amina J. Mohammed SDGs Data Lab under the Kaduna State Bureau of Statistics. Fellows will also be posted to MDAs especially the State Ministry of Health and Other Agencies to support in data coordinating efforts that will provide impact to society.
Benefits
- A chance to upgrade your skills and develop a career in the most sought after industry in the world.
- An opportunity to work with the Public Sector across Health, Education, Agriculture and Infrastructure to make impact through the use of data.
- Contribute to development planning, public policy, and use of data for evidence-based decision making in the Health Sector.
- 6 months fully paid internship programme with industry leaders and stakeholders within the health sector.
- Model data using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning tools within the Amina J. Mohammed SDGs Data Lab.
- Build a sustainable network within the Data Science Ecosystem.
Eligibility
- Applicants should be 18 years – 35 years except for exceptional cases;
- Applicant’s state of residence must be in Kaduna;
- Graduate of Tertiary Institutions in any of the STEMS courses particularly: Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Physical Sciences, and any other health related discipline. Undergraduates within the STEM fields identified who are doing their 6months to 1 year Internships are also encouraged to apply.
- They are looking for people with the following skills:
- Basic Computer Knowledge
- Basic Knowledge around using Data & Understanding of Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving Skills
- Communication Skills(Written and Verbal English)
- 50% gender balancing and distribution will be considered during selection process.
Application
- Step 1: Fill and Submit the application form
- Step 2: You will receive an email with an activation link
- Step 3: Click the activation link to activate your profile
- Step 4: Create a new password then Login to your profile
- Step 5: Write an easy of not more than 250 words. Why you should be selected for the programme, and Upload a valid means of identification (i.e Voters card, National ID Card, Driver’s License or International Passport) NB: Image type should be .jpg
- Step 6: Upload a video of not more than 2 minutes telling organisers what makes you stand out
- Step 7: You will get a confirmation status of your application
- Step 8: If successful, then you will be contacted to take a Computer Based Test
- Step 9: If successful, then you will be contacted to attend a One on One Interview with the Selection Panel.
- Step 10: Join the Second Cohort for the Fellowship Programme
For more information, visit Click-on Kaduna Data Science Fellowship.
