Deadline: June 19, 2022.

The Carrington Fellowship program is a Lagos-based one-year-long professional development program for entry to mid-level professionals. Fellows develop core leadership, communication and programs management skills, improve their network, and get mentored.

ELIGIBILITY

The Carrington Fellowship program is open to all Lagos-based Nigerians who meet the following criteria:

• Are between the ages of 21 and 35 on or before the application deadline.
• Are Nigerians who live in Lagos State.
• Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Are not Alumni of the Carrington Fellowship.
• Are available to participate in the one-year long program in Lagos, Nigeria.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The following criteria will be used to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):

• A proven record of leadership in your community
• A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.
• The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and to respect the opinions of others.
• Strong social and communication skills.
• An energetic, positive attitude.

BENEFITS

The Fellowship is an unparalleled opportunity to:

• Participate in a year-long professional development program
• Strengthen your work through new connections, skills and ideas.
• Get mentored by experienced Nigerians and Americans
• Join the U.S. Consulate General network in Nigeria.

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