The National Health Fellows is a programme of the Government of Nigeria led through the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative SWAp Coordination Office under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The fellows will be recruited, remunerated, and equipped with appropriate tools to drive positive change in the health sector.
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National Health Fellows Program for Young Nigerians
Aim and Benefits of National Health Fellows Program for Young Nigerians
- Fellows will receive a stipend to support their participation and living expenses during the programme
- The fellowship lasts 12 months and provides participants with training, fieldwork, and mentorship
Requirements for National Health Fellows Program for Young Nigerians Qualification
- Must be between the ages of 25 and 35.
- Bachelor’s degree (health-related, IT, or social sciences).
- Demonstrable interest/ or Experience in Public health OR health-related NGO and partner organisations OR community projects that demonstrate leadership and initiative.
- Candidates must be available to participate full-time in the fellowship programme.
- Candidates must be an indigene of the state being applied for.
- Candidates must possess smartphones with data capabilities i.e. for WhatsApp, Zoom etc.
- Recommendation from the University Dean OR NYSC place of primary assignment, or a respected organisation demonstrating character and leadership.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and entrepreneurial drive
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Application Deadline
November 30, 2025How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Federal Government of Nigeria on healthfellows.ng to apply
For more details, visit National Health Fellows Program webpage
