Application Deadline: Friday, 15 September 2023
LOCATION: Oxford, England
The AIG Scholarships were launched in 2017 to provide a unique opportunity for exceptional West Africans interested in a career in public service to pursue a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
ELIGIBILITY:
Be a Nigerian currently working in the public sector (Ministries, Departments, Agencies & Parastatals) at either Federal or State levels
Aged between 25 and 45 years
Have a minimum of seven (7) years (combined private & public sector) work experience
Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper qualification
BENEFIT:
Financial Support: Funding will be provided for tuition, living expenses, and a stipend for a summer project.
Coaching and Mentoring : Extensive coaching and mentoring will be offered to help scholars navigate their time at Oxford and make the most of the experience.
Career Development : AIG Scholars will receive full support to map out their career development paths and access opportunities that are aligned with their areas of interest and that leverage the knowledge gained at Oxford
Work experience: AIG Scholars will embark on summer placements during which they will gain additional knowledge and experience of their areas of interest and build their global networks.