Launched in 2017, the AIG Scholarships provides a unique opportunity for outstanding West Africans interested in a career in public service to study a Master of Public Policy at the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government. Since2017, twenty-seven(27) scholarships worth over £50,000 have been given to future public sector leaders who have shown a commitment to the industry.

AIG Scholars spend a year at one of the world’s top universities, learning from great academic professors and experienced practitioners, as well as engaging with other future public sector leaders from across the globe. Scholars return to their home countries after finishing their degrees and use what they’ve learned to improve policies, advocate reforms, and contribute to the economic development of their nations.

From 2022, the AIG Scholarships will only be open to applicants already working in the civil service. Applicants should be aged between 25 and 50, with strong intellectual capacity, demonstrable leadership qualities and a passion to contribute to the development of Nigeria’s civil service.

Eligibility

To be eligible for consideration for the award of 2022-23 AIG Scholarships, you must:

• Applicants must be a Nigerian currently working in the public sector (Ministries, Departments, Agencies & Parastatals) at both Federal and State levels
• Aged between 25 and 50 years
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years (combined private & public sector) work experience
• Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper qualification
• Gain admission into the Blavatnik School of Government following success in the AIG shortlisting process
• Academic distinction and leadership potential are essential priorities for selection

Candidates who emerge as finalists in the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) selection process will be required to apply directly to the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, for admission. Finalists offered admission to the Master of Public Policy will be considered by the school for the AIG Scholarship.

Benefits

• Full tuition
• Schorlaships to cover accommodation

Timeline

October 10, 2021: Application portal closes.

How to Apply

Ensure you read and follow all instructions carefully throughout the application process. If you are interested, you can start your application via AIG portal before it closes on Sunday, October 10, 2021