The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Fellowship Program 2022 for Young Nigerians.

May 10, 2022May 10, 2022 press_admin 0 Comments

The Academy is a one-year Fellowship programme initiated by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu that will offer life changing, non-partisan and meritocratic opportunities to young Nigerians who desire to impact their generation. We aim to develop future leaders by equipping them with the requisite skills to positively influence the public service and instill in them the ethics and values of purposeful leadership through direct mentoring and on-the-job training.

Becoming A Fellow Is Simple:

1. Apply Online

You can start your journey into the Academy by simply clicking on “APPLY NOW” button on the website https://www.ljla.academy/

2. Computer Based Test (CBT)

Your application would be assessed and you would be shortlisted to take the Computer Based Test if you meet all criteria. The test would involve verbal, numeric and current affairs.

3. Assessment Center

This is a series of tests and interviews including written and oral presentations, group discussions and competency assessment.

4. Admission

This is the final stage of your application. You would be offered a slot into the Fellowship if you are selected.

Eligibilty

The LJLA will offer non-partisan and meritocratic opportunities. It will combine on-the-job training through shadowing of Lagos State executive cabinet members. Fellows will shadow Executive Council Members in the ministries or agencies they are posted to. This would enable them to conveniently develop and implement solutions in their various postings.
Fellows will be expected to have a profound sense of purpose regardless of scale and scope of challenge.

Fellows will take part in at least one international policy trip to nations that have moved from third world to first world like Singapore, Beijing, Tokyo and many more. This opportunity will allow them explore how leadership in other first world States work, and leaders whose visions have illustrated their country’s economic and social trajectory.

Requirements:

BE A NIGERIAN
HAVE 3 YEARS WORK EXPERIENCE
BE UNDER 35 YEARS OLD
HOLD A MINIMUM OF HND OR BACHELORS’ DEGREE
HAVE NYSC DISCHARGE/EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE

What LJLF Offers:

Work Experience

This component involves shadowing Lagos State Cabinet members and this will be done on a rotational basis after 6 months into the program. Fellows will hold the position of Special Assistants in their various MDAs and will be required to send monthly reports to the Governor through the Fellowship coordinator.

Leadership Development

This component will comprise, amongst other things, the following: Brown-Bag Series, Fireside Chat, Leadership Seminar, Personalized Coaching and Continuous multi-source feedback

Community Service

Fellows will commit to carrying out a high impact leadership project of their own choice. It will be a community transformative project. Fellows will work together yearly on a major impactful, people-centered project which is capable of improving the lives of Lagosians. And the project must be implemented within the one-year duration.

Fellowship Network

The Fellowship will create an alumnus of highly potential youth network. Fellows will benefit from formal and informal peer-to-peer coaching and learning opportunities. The aim is to promote unity despite our nation’s diversity and promoting national integration, ultimately cultivating social consciousness, shared vision and creating a strong network.

How to Apply

✓ Check Criteria to be sure you are qualified
✓ Apply by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button
✓ Check your Email to see if you are selected for the program
✓ You will receive your login details
✓ Login regularly to follow up on your progress