Call for Entries: Click-On Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Program 2022

Click-On Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Program 2022… Do you wish to apply for the Click-On Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Program 2022? If yes, then this informative article is for you. You will be given detailed information about Click-On Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Program 2022, Benefits, Eligibility, And How To Apply.

The Data Science Fellowship Program 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 Data Science Fellowship Program over the period of 5 years, would be building the capacity of 100 youths in cohorts. The first cohort of the fellowship successfully trained 30 young people on Data Science and the use of modern tools in decision making. The 6-months program with a focus on the health sector would have 3-months intensive training in a classroom learning environment and a 3-months paid internship; where participants would have an opportunity to work closely within the Amina J. Mohammed SDGs Data Lab under the Kaduna State Bureau of Statistics.

The Data Lab Project is jointly implemented by the Kaduna State Government, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation.

Benefits

Participants of the program will benefit from the following:

• A chance to upgrade your skills and develop a career in the most sought after industry in the world.
• An opportunity to work with a team of public policy experts, Data Analysts to contribute to development planning, public policy, and use of data for evidence based decision making in the Health Sector.
• 6 months fully paid internship program 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 18years – 35years except for exceptional cases;
• The State of residence must be in Kaduna;
• They should be graduates 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.

How To Apply

• May 20, 2022 – Application deadline
• May 21 – May 24 – Review of applications and selection of successful participants

Click Here To Apply

For more information, see FAQ and visit Click-On Kaduna

Application Deadline: May 20, 2022

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