Dignity to Independence Programme

Apply for a Fully Funded Tech Career Training Place

No fees. No conditions. Open across Nigeria. Just the training, support, and pathway you deserve.

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Available Courses

Three sponsored pathways currently open

Self-paced online, delivered by Betapersin, DIEF's sister commercial training partner, led by a CISSP and Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) certified instructor with fifteen years in identity and security.

Now Open

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

A complete foundation in IAM covering concepts, tools, and real-world application. Leads to employability in one of the fastest-growing areas of cybersecurity.

✓Full curriculum access included

✓Fortnightly live support sessions

✓CV rewritten by hand

✓Unlimited mock interviews until first job secured

✓Market value: over $1,300

✓ Fully Funded by DIEF

Now Open

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineering

A hands-on build, not theory and portal clicks. You engineer a live identity estate in Microsoft Entra ID and Okta: the directory, authentication protocols, Conditional Access, privileged access, entitlements, and the automation layer that ties it together. By the capstone, these labs add up to a portfolio project you can show an employer.

✓Full curriculum access included

✓Fortnightly live support sessions

✓CV rewritten by hand

✓Unlimited mock interviews until first job secured

✓Market value: over $2,500

✓ Fully Funded by DIEF

Now Open

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)

A structured GRC programme covering frameworks, risk assessment, and compliance operations. Prepares you for roles in risk management and organisational governance.

✓Full curriculum access included

✓Fortnightly live support sessions

✓CV rewritten by hand

✓Unlimited mock interviews until first job secured

✓Market value: over $1,300

✓ Fully Funded by DIEF

Coming Soon

Full Stack Engineering

End-to-end web development. Applications will open once funding is secured for this track.

🔒Applications not yet open

What every sponsored student receives

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Full Course AccessComplete curriculum, no fees

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Fortnightly SupportLive sessions with your instructor

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CV Written By HandNot a template, your story

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Unlimited Mock InterviewsUntil your first job is secured

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We Don't Fire and ForgetSupport continues after training

Application Form

Complete all sections carefully. We read every application personally. You will hear back within 14 days.

Personal Details

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Country of Residence *

City *

Course Selection

Which course are you applying for? *

How would you describe your current digital skills level? *

Your Background

Tell us briefly about your current situation *What is your life like right now? Are you employed, studying, or neither?

Why do you want to train in this field? *Tell us what this opportunity means to you. Be honest, there are no wrong answers.

How many hours per week can you dedicate to training?We want to make sure you can complete the programme successfully.

Do you have access to a laptop or desktop computer? *

Do you have reliable internet access? *

Consent and Permissions

📋 Please read and confirm each item below

Use of personal data for programme delivery *I give Direct Impact Empowerment Foundation permission to store and use the information I have provided in this application for the purposes of assessing my application, contacting me about my place, and delivering the training programme.Required to process your application.

Use of photo and data in GlobalGiving reportsI give Direct Impact Empowerment Foundation permission to use my name, photograph, and anonymised progress data in reports submitted to GlobalGiving as evidence of programme delivery and impact. This may include project reports visible to donors on the GlobalGiving platform.Optional, but helps us demonstrate impact to the donors who fund your place.

Use of story and image in fundraising and social mediaI give Direct Impact Empowerment Foundation permission to share my story and photograph on social media, the DIEF website, and in fundraising materials. DIEF will always ask for approval before using any specific content about me.Optional, your story helps us fund more places like yours.

Public celebration and shout-outI am happy for DIEF to publicly celebrate my progress and achievements on social media when milestones are reached, such as completing the course or securing employment.Optional, we love celebrating our students!

Your privacy matters to us. DIEF will never sell or share your personal data with third parties. You can withdraw any consent at any time by emailing digitaltraining@directimpactempowerment.org. Only the first consent item is required to process your application.

Declaration

I confirm that the information I have provided is accurate and truthful. *I understand that providing false information may result in my application being withdrawn. I commit to engaging fully with the programme if I am offered a funded place.

How we process applications: Every application is read personally by our team. We do not use automated screening. We prioritise applicants who demonstrate genuine need, commitment, and the potential to benefit fully from the training. You will receive a response within 14 days.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application is received.

This programme is part of DIEF's Dignity to Independence Programme (DIP). Direct Impact Empowerment Foundation is a dual-registered NGO in Nigeria (CAC/IT/7420254) and Switzerland (CHE-415.427.651), independently vetted and Top-Ranked by GlobalGiving.