Training Application (food handling, processing and marketing)
Background
The IFAD Agrihub Nigeria project focuses on developing the skills of unemployed Nigerian youth and aspiring agripreneurs to become self-employed or secure employment in agriculture. Through its various initiatives, the project aims to improve the livelihoods of youth in the rural economy. Agrihub intends to operate an inclusive model that provides opportunities for people with low levels of education.
Outcome
To encourage young people’s interest in agriculture and its value chain, the IFAD Agrihub project, in partnership with Kokari Coconut, offers a solid curriculum in food handling, processing, and marketing.
The programme includes classroom teaching and hands-on learning. Through the training, the selected beneficiaries gain insights into becoming a brand co-owner and brand ambassador.
Criteria for Eligibility
- Applicants should be females between the ages of 18 and 29.
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Youth must be passionate about agriculture, especially food handling, processing and marketing.
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The beneficiary must be unemployed when applying.
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Beneficiaries must possess at least a junior or senior secondary school certificate and be literate in English or the local language.
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Applicants resident in Ibadan, Oyo state (location of the training facility) will be given preference.
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Applicants must have access to a functioning mobile phone.
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Participants must be physically and mentally fit to participate in all aspects of the training. Applicants with specific disabilities are also encouraged to apply. However, this must be clearly communicated during the application period.
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Applicants must be ready to commit one month to this program.
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Applicants must be willing to be brand ambassadors of Kokari Coconut.
Female candidates only to apply…
If you meet these criteria, kindly apply now!