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Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024

Call for Expression of Interest: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024

The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), through its Institute for Development Research and Training (IDR&T), invites qualified members of the ABU community and external researchers to apply for affiliation as Research Fellows and Junior Research Fellows.

This opportunity offers a platform to engage in impactful research, participate in donor-funded projects, and collaborate with experts across multiple fields.

As a fellow, you will focus on one of the following clusters:

Social and Economic Development

  • Poverty Alleviation
  • Youth Employment
  • Gender and Development

Governance and Public Policy

  • Good Governance
  • Decentralization
  • Policy Analysis

Environmental Sustainability

  • Climate Change Adaptation
  • Renewable Energy
  • Resource Politics

Health and Well-being

  • Public Health
  • Nutrition
  • Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)

Education and Human Capital Development

  • Educational Reform
  • Teacher Training
  • Lifelong Learning

Peace and Conflict Studies

  • Conflict Management
  • Civic Engagement
  • Crisis Communication

Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Digital Literacy
  • Cybersecurity
  • Agricultural Policy

Culture and Society

  • Cultural Heritage
  • Indigenous Knowledge
  • Ethical Behaviours

Urban and Regional Development

  • Urban Planning
  • Housing and Slum Upgrading

Fellowship Summary

  • Type: Fellowship
  • Country to study: Nigeria
  • Sponsor: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
  • Eligible Country: Nigeria
  • Benefits: CV Boost, Gain research experience, Attend international research workshops
  • Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements for Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024

  • You must hold at least an M.Sc or equivalent in fields like social sciences, urban planning, or humanities.
  • You should be a current or external staff member of any tertiary or research institution.
  • You need excellent English language skills.
  • You should have at least three years of research experience.

Benefits

If selected, you will have the chance to:

  • Participate in or lead research projects.
  • Contribute to donor-funded projects as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI.
  • Attend national and international research workshops.
  • Collaborate with experts and policy-makers at IDR&T events.
  • Boost your CV and gain practical research experience.

How to Apply

Please, take note:

  • This is a voluntary and unpaid position.
  • Successful applicants will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
  • Fellows will be affiliated with IDR&T-ABU, Zaria for one year.
  • Only successful applicants will be contacted.

For further inquiries, contact:

Dr. M.L. Ibrahim
Training Coordinator, IDR&T, ABU, Zaria-Nigeria
Phone: +234(0)7068792887
Email: [email protected]

Mr. Bitrus Galmaka
Institute Secretary, IDR&T, ABU, Zaria-Nigeria
Phone: +234(0)8062258711

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