Dangote Foundation 2022 ADF-VDMA Technical Training Programme for Young Nigerians.

Published: 05 Apr 2022 2,992 views

The Aliko Dangote Foundation-VDMA partnership involves the collaboration between the Aliko Dangote Foundation, the VDMA (Mechanical Engineering Industry Association) and its Foundation for Young Talent in Mechanical Engineering (Nachwuchsstiftung Maschinenbau gGmbH – NWS). The idea of establishing a shared Vocational Skills Training Programme arose from a shared vision about addressing the serious deficit in vocational skills required in the manufacturing sector in Nigeria.

These organizations have both been involved in promoting dual track technical and vocational training and education for many years. In addition to that, the enhancement of the Nigerian-German relationship between companies and related institutions is another key matter of importance.The training centre at the Dangote Academy provides a unique opportunity for an institutionalized get-together and experience exchange.

The course programme focuses on three core disciplines:

• Short Courses Mechanical Programme

• Short Courses Electrical Programme

• Full Trade Vocational Training Mechanical Programme

It consists of:

– seven short courses for advanced training which last between 2 and 4 weeks. and

– a 30-months professional, dual full trade vocational training course

Dangote Foundation ADF-VDMA Technical Training Programme

Benefits of Dangote Foundation ADF-VDMA Technical Training Programme

• Combines Nigerian requirements with German expertise and technology know-how

• Includes theoretical as well as practical modules at companies

• Instructions by Nigerian educators and trainers trained and qualified in collaboration with German companies

• High-standard facilities with modern equipment, learning tools and appropriate accommodation for the trainees

• Benefit from NWS’ long-standing experiences in industry-ready vocational training

• Access to a lively network of Nigerian and German companies

Requirements for Dangote Foundation ADF-VDMA Technical Training Programme

•  School leavers and trainees seeking qualification in the occupational fields of mechanics, electronics and mechatronics
• Technical specialists from companies in the manufacturing industry, who seek further training as part of their professional activity
• Instructors who seek empowerment to conduct advanced training and courses

Selection Process

Duration:

The first batch will run for 18 months; successful trainees would proceed for another 12-month training to become Industrial Mechanics. This makes it a total of 30 months.

• The training takes place at Dangote Academy, the Dangote Training Centre in Obajana where the partners have built up additional training facilities for the Nigerian-German training project. This state of the art centre is equipped with modern classrooms, computer and technical drawing rooms as well as with electrical, automation, instrumentation and mechanical workshops.
• There are also accommodations for the students, a cafeteria and an administrative wing. Modern leisure facilities are in planning and will round off a pleasant stay on the Dangote Academy Campus.

Application Deadline

How to Apply