IBM SkillsBuild Fully Funded Digital Skills Scholarship 2026 (Cohort 5)
Job Description
IBM SkillsBuild Fully Funded Digital Skills Scholarship 2026 (Cohort 5)
Applications are now open for Cohort 5 of the IBM SkillsBuild Fully Funded Digital Skills Scholarship Programme organized by YASIF Nigeria in partnership with the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) and IBM SkillsBuild.
The programme is designed to equip young people with practical, globally relevant digital skills needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven economy and future workplace.
Participants will receive access to self-paced online training, IBM-recognized certificates, mentorship opportunities, and career development support across multiple in-demand fields.
About the Programme
The IAVE RRA SkillsBuild Programme is a fully funded digital learning initiative focused on empowering young Africans with technical, entrepreneurial, leadership, and employability skills.
The programme combines flexible learning with practical career-focused training to help participants build competencies that are relevant across industries including technology, business, innovation, communication, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
Successful participants will gain access to IBM-certified learning pathways and practical tools that can improve employability, entrepreneurship opportunities, and professional growth.
About the Organizers
The programme is organized by YASIF Nigeria in partnership with the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) and IBM SkillsBuild.
YASIF Nigeria is responsible for coordinating the programme locally, mobilizing young people, supporting participant enrollment, and helping learners access the training, mentorship, CV development support, and post-training career opportunities.
IBM SkillsBuild provides the digital learning platform, course content, and globally recognized certificates, while IAVE supports the broader skills development and volunteer-led learning initiative.
Available Learning Tracks
Participants can enroll in courses such as:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science & Data Management
- Entrepreneurship & Startups
- Digital & Social Media Marketing
- Communication & Public Speaking
- Leadership & Empowerment
- Career Development & Employability
- Financial Literacy & Management
- Project Planning & Management
- Creative Thinking & Innovation
- Climate Change & Sustainability
Programme Benefits
Participants will receive:
- Fully funded access to IBM SkillsBuild training
- Flexible self-paced online learning
- Practical industry-relevant digital skills training
- IBM-recognized certificates upon completion
- Career development and employability support
- Mentorship opportunities
- Access to future career and professional opportunities
Who Can Apply
The programme is open to young people interested in building practical digital and professional skills for the future of work.
Applicants who are passionate about technology, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, communication, and career growth are encouraged to apply.
Why You Should Apply
This programme provides an opportunity to learn globally relevant skills without financial barriers while earning certificates from one of the world’s leading technology companies.
It is also ideal for students, graduates, job seekers, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to improve their digital competencies and career prospects.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should apply online through the official application link below:
Apply Here: https://bit.ly/44TW6jC
For more information, visit: https://yasif.org