The Delta State Ministry of Science and Technology has opened applications for the M.O.R.E Information and Communications Technology Youth Empowerment Programme (MORE ICT-YEP). The program will be held at the Delta State Innovation Hub in Asaba and aims to equip young Deltans with specialized skills across three tracks: Start-up Academy, ICT for Self-Employment, and Digital Media Skills.
Program Tracks and Courses
A. Start-up Academy
This track offers courses in:
- Basic and Advanced Web Development (Front-End Development)
- Back-End Development (Python)
- UI/UX Design Essentials (Product Design)
- Mobile Development (iOS and Android)
Eligibility: Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc/B.Eng).
B. ICT for Self-Employment
This track provides training in:
- Home Security Design and Installation
- Advanced Solar and Inverter Installation
- Computer Repairs, Servicing, and Installation
Eligibility: Ordinary National Diploma (OND).
C. Digital Media Skills
This track covers:
- Social Media Management and Publicity
- Video Editing
- Motion Graphics
- Graphic Design for Media
Eligibility: Ordinary National Diploma (OND).
General Eligibility Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
Be between 20 and 40 years old.
Hold a Voter’s Card, National Identification Number (NIN), and a Certificate of Local Government Area of Origin.
Be a Delta State indigene, unemployed, or able to fully commit to the training (non-civil servant).
Not have previously benefited from Delta State’s Youth Empowerment Programs.
Note that applications are free of charge.
How to Apply
Applications are open from Wednesday, November 6, to Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online at www.deltastateictyep.com. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and, if successful, will proceed to an oral interview.
For more information, applicants can contact the Ministry of Science and Technology at 0803 740 3829, 0803 096 6160, 0803 404 2527, or via email at info@deltastateictyep.com.
