Ahmadu Bello University Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024

This informs the public about the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024. Details about the Program are given below.

Ahmadu Bello University Voluntary Research Fellowships

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.

Program Details

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

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.

Requirements

  • 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.

How to Apply

For those interested in the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024, please note: Open this link to start the application process.

  • 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: mlbrahim@abu.edu.ng

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

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is Unspecified.

Open this link for more details about Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Voluntary Research Fellowships 2024.

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