Inclusive Economic Empowerment (IEE) Pathways Programme 2026 | Skills Training and Employment Opportunities for Young People in Northern Nigeria
Are you looking to secure decent employment or build a sustainable enterprise in Kano?
The Inclusive Economic Empowerment (IEE) Pathways Programme is providing enterprise and employability skills training for young people in Kano, with a focus on equipping participants with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
The programme is being implemented by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) with support from the British Council under its Non-Formal Education programme.
A total of 50 young people in Kano will be trained under the programme.
Women, girls, and Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Programme Structure
The IEE Pathways Programme begins with an 8-week Foundation Phase, designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills.
After completing the Foundation Phase, participants will progress into specialised pathways based on their interests, skills, and career goals.
Employment Pathway
Participants interested in employment will undertake an 8-week Employment Pathway, followed by a:
- 6-week supervised internship with a partner organisation outside CITAD.
The internship will provide participants with practical workplace experience and an opportunity to apply the skills gained during the training.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian youth between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be a resident of Kano Metropolis or have a place to stay in Kano for the duration of the training.
- Be available to participate in physical and online training sessions throughout the programme.
- Have at least a Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalent.
- Be able to communicate in English.
- For applicants on the Employability Track, be willing to complete a 6-week internship with a host organisation outside CITAD.
- Be available to participate in a physical screening exercise before final selection.
Who Is Encouraged to Apply?
The programme particularly encourages applications from:
- Young women and girls
- Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs)
- Young people seeking employment opportunities
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Young people looking to develop practical enterprise and employability skills
What Participants Can Gain
The programme provides participants with an opportunity to:
- Develop practical employability skills.
- Strengthen their entrepreneurial capabilities.
- Gain relevant workplace experience.
- Build professional networks.
- Prepare for employment opportunities.
- Develop skills that can support sustainable enterprise development.
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is 21 September 2026.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline and ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
Deadline: 21 September 2026