SMEDAN GROW Nigerian 2026 MSME Facilitators Recruitment | Apply Now
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) is inviting applications from facilitators, experts, and industry practitioners to contribute to GROW Nigerian 2026: The National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Conference.
The opportunity is open to individuals with practical knowledge, innovative ideas, professional expertise, or business solutions that can help Nigerian micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) grow and succeed.
The conference will take place from November 8 to 10, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre in Lagos. Selected applicants will have the opportunity to lead a one-hour session or demonstrate a product or service to an audience of entrepreneurs and other stakeholders in the MSME sector.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that demonstrate how their knowledge, skills, or solutions can support business development and address challenges facing Nigerian businesses.
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About the GROW Nigerian 2026 MSME Conference
GROW Nigerian 2026 is a national conference focused on supporting the growth and development of micro, small and medium enterprises in Nigeria.
Through practical sessions, expert discussions, and demonstrations, the conference aims to provide entrepreneurs with useful knowledge, strategies, and solutions to improve their businesses.
SMEDAN is seeking contributions from professionals and practitioners who can share relevant experiences, introduce innovative solutions, and provide practical insights that entrepreneurs can apply to their businesses.
Who Can Apply?
- The opportunity is suitable for facilitators, experts, industry practitioners, and other professionals with relevant knowledge or solutions that can benefit Nigerian MSMEs.
- Applicants should be able to propose engaging, practical, and informative sessions or demonstrate products and services that address the needs of entrepreneurs.
- Individuals with experience in business development, finance, technology, export readiness, workforce development, and related areas are encouraged to consider applying.
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Areas of Expertise
Applicants can submit proposals in any of the following five areas:
- Finance and Capital Access: Solutions that help businesses access funding, manage finances, and improve financial sustainability.
- Markets and Export Readiness: Strategies to help Nigerian businesses reach new markets, expand their customer base, and prepare for international trade.
- Policy and the Business Environment: Ideas and practical insights on policies, regulations, and other factors affecting business operations and growth.
- Digital Adoption and Technology: Digital tools, technological innovations, and solutions that can improve business productivity and efficiency.
- Workforce Solutions: Approaches to developing business skills, improving workforce capacity, and addressing employment and talent challenges.
Proposed Session Formats
Interested applicants can propose any of the following session formats:
- Masterclasses
- Workshops
- Structured debates
- Live case clinics
- Hot seats
- Fishbowl sessions
- Live product or service demonstrations
Proposals should focus on delivering practical value to entrepreneurs and other participants at the conference.
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Benefits of Participating
Selected applicants will have the opportunity to:
- Lead a one-hour session at the national MSME conference.
- Showcase relevant products or services to an audience of entrepreneurs.
- Share professional expertise and practical business solutions.
- Contribute to discussions on the growth and development of Nigerian MSMEs.
- Engage with other professionals and stakeholders in the MSME ecosystem.
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026.
According to the organisers, applicants will be notified of the selection decisions by November 3, 2026. Selected participants will receive their briefing by November 5, 2026.
Important Dates:
- Application deadline: October 30, 2026
- Selection decisions communicated: November 3, 2026
- Selected participants’ briefing: November 5, 2026
- Conference dates: November 8–10, 2026
How to Apply for the SMEDAN GROW Nigerian 2026 MSME Facilitators Recruitment
Interested facilitators, experts, and industry practitioners should complete the online application form through the official SMEDAN conference website.
Applicants should submit proposals that clearly explain their proposed session or demonstration and how it will benefit Nigerian entrepreneurs and MSMEs.
Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications before the October 30, 2026 deadline.