Apply Now: Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program (GYUP) 2025

Are you a young Nigerian passionate about environmental sustainability and innovation? Do you want to build a career in the growing green economy? This is your opportunity!

The Oando Foundation, in partnership with NCIC, has officially opened applications for the Green Youth Upskilling Program (GYUP) 2025 — a transformative training and empowerment initiative designed to prepare young Nigerians for green job opportunities and eco-entrepreneurship.

About the Program

The Green Youth Upskilling Program is a forward-thinking initiative focused on equipping youth aged 20–35 with practical, technical, and entrepreneurial skills in the green economy. As climate change reshapes the global workforce, GYUP empowers the next generation of changemakers to lead solutions in renewable energy, recycling, sustainable farming, climate tech, and more.

Benefits of GYUP

Selected participants will enjoy:

• Expert-led training in key green skills.

• Mentorship from industry leaders and ecosystem experts.

• Access to grants to support green venture ideas.

• Networking opportunities with fellow eco-leaders.

• Support and visibility for project growth and sustainability.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be Nigerian citizens aged 20–35 years.

• Have at least SSCE qualification.

• Show a strong interest in green/technical skills.

• Be fully available for the training duration (virtual or physical).

• Submit all required documents before the deadline.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Completed application form.

• A recent CV or one-page bio.

• A statement of interest (max 300 words) covering:

  • Why you want to join GYUP.

  • Any prior exposure to green/technical fields.

  • Your post-training career aspirations.

• Optional: Certificates, photos, references, or documents showing passion or informal experience.

Selection Process

The selection will take place in four stages:

1. Call for Applications

2. Documentation Review

3. Screening and Shortlisting

4. Final Interview & Selection

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official application portal:

👉 Apply here via GYUP.net
Or visit the Oando Foundation official webpage for more info.

🕓 Deadline: Not Specified, but apply as early as possible.