The STEM & Sustainability Education Project
Call for Facilitators.
The STEM & Sustainability Education Project is a transformative initiative designed to equip secondary school students across the Niger-Delta region with essential 21st-century skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), alongside environmental sustainability education. The project targets 9,000 students across 45 schools in 9 states of the Niger-Delta. The project emphasizes curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking—not just technical skills—to lay a foundation for lifelong learning.
This initiative is funded by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), coordinated by Obudu Capital, with technical and on-ground implementation led by EarlyFounders Labs.
Facilitators will comprise of Educators with skills and experience in STEM or Innovative Teaching, able to facilitate interactive learning and guide students on the acquisition of 21st century skills. Selected facilitators will be required to undergo a Training of Trainers Program, before being assigned to a selected school in one of the nine states of the Niger Delta.
This is an invitation to apply to be one of the facilitators in the project. Project timeline is June 2025. If you meet the facilitator requirements, you’re welcome to apply to become one of the facilitators for the project.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For enquiries, please send a mail to hello@earlyfounders.co
Facilitator Selection Criteria.
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Educational Background
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields.
- Bonus: relevant STEM certification, training, or digital skills experience. -
Teaching or Facilitation Experience
- At least 1–2 years of experience teaching, training, mentoring, or working with teenagers (ages 11–18).
- Experience with interactive or project-based learning is a strong plus. -
Communication & Engagement Skills
- Strong verbal communication and the ability to explain complex topics simply.
- Ability to engage students and manage a group effectively. -
STEM & Digital Literacy
- Basic working knowledge of STEM concepts, coding (e.g., Scratch or Python), and sustainability (or ability to learn fast).
- Comfortable using computers and other digital tools -
Problem-Solving & Adaptability
- Ability to work independently and respond to challenges quickly in field locations.
- Willingness to travel and adapt to diverse school environments. -
Professionalism & Accountability
- Strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and reliability.
- Ability to keep up with the submission of reports and provide regular feedback. -
Local Knowledge or Residency (Preferred)
- Preferably based in or familiar with the target state or region.
- Fluency in one local language or dialect would be an advantage.
