-Education -Youth Development and; -Good Governance Members of the board are highly respected individuals with proven integrity and moral standing. Hon. Mrs. Mr.
Joint Initiative for Development
Suite TF 5, Mai Dabino Plaza, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja
Email: [email protected],
Phone: +234-80-24713322, 08024713327, 08024714013
Website: www.jidglobal.org
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Joint Initiative for Development (JID) is a Non-profit, youth-led and focused organization run by young people between the ages of 18 and 35years old. Our mission
Our mission is to ins
pire, promote and empower the community to become active participants in the community development process through innovative projects, public enlightenment programmes and well researched publications. Our vision
Our vision is to be the leading Non Governmental organization led by young people in the promotion of community participation in the community development process. Our Values
At the Joint Initiative for Development we value:
•Creativity
•Professionalism
•Effective Leadership
•Simplicity and;
•Dedication
Our Thematic Area of Focus
Our core areas of focus are:
•Education (Innovation in achieving Education for all)
•Youth Development (Youth-led job creation)
•Good Governance (Popular participation)
Our Team
Our team is headed by a Board of Trustees that oversees the affairs of the Management team responsible for the day-to-day activities of the organization. Members of the board include:
•Hon. Olufemi Gbajabiamila: Is our Chairman of the Board. He is currently a Member of Parliament at the Nigerian Federal House of Representatives. Gbajabiamila is an astute Politician and Lawyer. His sincere commitment to the peace and progress of the country and his remarkable concern and commitment to the positive growth of young people formed our judgment to appoint Honorable Gbajabiamila our Board Chairman.
•Mrs. ‘Kemi Okenyodo: Mrs. Okenyodo is a University of Lagos trained Lawyer and currently the Deputy Executive Director at CLEEN Foundation. Okenyodo is a career development practitioner with over ten years experience working on issues that revolve around public safety and Security, Accountability and Justice, Justice sector reforms and Civil society action and alliance. She brings to the Board a robust experience in policy framing, CSO administration and management.
•Otunba ‘Yomi Ajayi-Smith: Otunba Abayomi Ajayi-Smith is the Chairman, CP-Tech Construction Co. Ltd and Topspeed Investment Ltd. He is a successful businessman with a reputation for diligence and excellence. With over 15years in the Civil and Building Engineering terrain, Otunba Ajayi-Smith owns chains of investments including the biggest Gas Station in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State thus making him one of the largest employers of labour in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
•Mrs. Ibironke Babalola: She is an Intercessor, Social Engineer and Communication strategist based in Abuja Nigeria with over 20 years of strategic communication experience from both the private and international development sectors. She is the Founder of FeelNubia.com.
•Mr. David Lanre-Leke: He is a Corporate Attorney called to the Nigerian Bar since 1990, David Lanre-Leke holds both a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and a Master of Laws (LL.M) degrees from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife in addition to an MBA degree from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma and a Diploma in Christian Ministries and Theology (Dip.Th.) from the International Institute of Ministries and Missions (IIMM). He is a full Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered), and also serves on the Boards of other Non-Governmental Organizations, while his professional legal experience spans private practice, financial services and telecoms/ICT. DaVid is married to Oluwayemi, an ex-Banker and an Entrepreneur, with children. David’s extra-curricular interests include youth counseling, reading, writing, table tennis, listening to music and driving.
•‘Kayode Ajayi-Smith, He is the Executive Director, Joint Initiative for Development. Before assuming the role was the Youth Opportunity Coordinator of Young People We Care, Ghana and Programme Assistant with CLEEN Foundation (Abuja Office). He was Project Coordinator with PAMPER Africa, Project Officer NACEVO and Head of Logictics, Faith in Nigeria Project. The organization is supported by volunteers, partners and affiliates.
•Mr. Mike Enahoro: He is a technocrat of over 17 years with vast experience in the telecoms terrain. He is also a strategic project manager per excellence with several exploits in firm like MTN, and Vodafone-Proximus networks, Brussels, Belgium. Enahoro is the Chief Executive Officer of KURO Communications LTD; an Abuja based Telecoms Consultancy and Management Advisory Services. Enahoro brings on board an unquenchable passion for development especially in the area of education. The board plays an important role in the formulation of policies that guides the everyday running of the organization. Some members of the board are also signatories to the finances of the organization; this is in a bid to ensure proper use of funds and the sustainability of the organization. The daily activity of the organization is run by the management team headed by the Executive Director; ‘
Our Affiliates
Joint Initiative for Development is proudly affiliated to the following organizations:
•Peace Child International
•Young People We Care, Ghana
•LEAP Africa
•Emerging Leaders Academy, London
•African Citizens Development Foundation
•Nation Builders
•Youth Media and Communications Initiative
•Taking It Global
…and a host of others
Programmes
-Community Volunteer Teachers Projec
-Regenration Programme
-1-day free training for SMEs
Funding
The organization is supported by the goodwill of the Board of Trustees, and individuals and donor agencies. Currently, the team is exploring other sources of funding to enable it meet its goal and objectives. Funding is welcomed from corporate organizations and individuals who believe in the causes of the organization. For information on how you can support the organization kindly send an email to [email protected]
Get Involved
Joint Initiative for Development offers various ways by which you can get involved in our various activities. You can get involved in our activities through the following ways:
•Donations: You or your organization can contribute financially towards the success of our various programmes. You can choose to donate towards any of our programmes and we will acknowledge your support in our monthly newsletter.
•Partnership: You or your organization can choose to partner with us on our projects or your projects which are tailored towards contributing to youth development in the country.
•Volunteer: You can also volunteer your time and expertise towards assisting us to achieve our goals. There are several reasons why people volunteer. You can volunteer if:
1.You are in between jobs and have got some time to spare in a bid to contribute your quota to the issues we work on.
2.You are retired. We can always use some of those expertise deposited in you and transfer them to the younger generation. We can also use your expertise in developing young people in the country.
3.You are on holiday and you have some time to spare.
4.You are on leave at work and you have sometime to spare
General Contact
Joint Initiative for Development
Plot 1503 Ubiaja Crescent off Ladoke Akintola Boulevard,
Email: [email protected],
Phone: +234-80-24713322, 08024713327, 08024714013
Website: www.ji4d.orgWebsite:www.ji4d.org
We will look forward to hearing from you soon.
04/08/2017
As we continue to contribute our quota to the development and growth of Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs), helping them expand and create jobs, we are reminded of the various challenges these businesses face. It is in our effort to critically find lasting solution to easing difficulties within the business environment that we invite you to this year's edition of our annual SME program.
Register for free before September 15 2017 at: http://www.jidglobal.org/msme-fest/
MSME Fest – JID GLOBAL
The Micro Small and Medium-scale Enterprise (MSME) Fest is an initiative of Joint Initiative for Development (JID Global), a registered Non-Profit in Nigeria led by young professionals. The MSME Fest’s pioneering edition was held in Abuja in 2011. Subsequent editions have been held in Abuja, Lagos,…
30/11/2016
The Budding Entrepreneur Challenge:
Deadline: 9 December 2016
Open to: Young Nigerian entrepreneurs / founders between 18-30 years old Ambitious and highly motivated with Innovative and sustainable business ideas
Joint Initiative for Development in collaboration with Heinrich Böll Stiftung, Ventures Platform and Box Office Incubator organized The Budding Entrepreneur to support small business (both start-ups and existing) in overcoming barriers that hinder entrepreneurs from succeeding.
A one day intensive programme was organized to address these challenges and proffer possible solutions to succeeding as a small enterprise in Nigeria. Entrepreneurs were opportunity to exhibit their business, network with both mentors and investors as well as expand their market.
The Budding Entrepreneur Challenge is a national competition which supports young entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs with great ideas. The aim of the challenge is to foster sustainability in entrepreneurship and developing businesses that proffer solution to existing national problems.
Eligibility:
• Young person as the founder (between 18-30 years old)
• Must be a Nigerian
• Ambitious and highly motivated
• Innovative and sustainable business ideas
Benefits:
• 1 year office incubator in Abuja worth N500,000 for the winner
• 3 months office space in Abuja worth N300,000 for the 1st runner up
• Public Relations (PR) Support
• Network opportunities
Application process:
Send minimum of 250 and maximum of 500 words describing your business. Indicating the identified problems, and how your business addresses the identified problem(s). All entries must be sent to [email protected]
Deadline for application is 12 noon on Friday; 9 December 2016.
TBE challenge is proudly sponsored by Joint Initiative for development, Heinrich Boll Stiftung, Box office Incubator and Ventures Platform
24/11/2016
INTERNSHIP CONNECT FOR GRADUATES - FREE - ABUJA, NIGERIA
Date: December 1 - 2, 2016
Venue: Abuja Nigeria.
Deadline: 29 November, 2016
For Young & unemployed graduates between 18 - 35
Joint Initiative for Development (JID) is a Non-profit, youth-led and focused organization run by young professionals. JID developed the internship connect employability / competency skills training to empower young graduates / unemployed youths with employability / life skills and internships in a bid to help them access and maintain full time jobs.
Eligibility:
• A young graduate / unemployed Graduates between ages 18-35
• Open to learning
• Available to intern with an organization for 3-6 months
To attend the next FREE training, kindly send your CV to [email protected]
The training is schedule to hold on 1st and 2nd December 2016 in Abuja Nigeria.
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12/11/2016
Digital Media Development Initiatives' Co-founder Mr. Bamise Babasola speaking during the Second Plenary talk on "Entrepreneurship and Digital Media"
12/11/2016
"When you have passion, determination, find a problem and have a solution, investors will find you." - Mrs. Grace Babasola, Amaka Igwe Studios' Filmmaker/Producer
12/11/2016
"A business should be about how you make customers feel and add value to the country." - Mr. Fola Olatunji-David, Ventures platform's Incubation Program Manager.
12/11/2016
"When you meet a mentor, don't take out of their pocket; tap into their knowledge and tap into their networks." - Mr. Tobi Ogunwande, Hubrif Co-founder
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"Look at problems in your industry and provide innovative solutions. With partners, you could have better ideas." Mr. Doyin Adewola, CEO - Box Office Innovation Hub.
12/11/2016
"Nigeria does not need more job seekers, it needs more job providers." - Mr. Ife Adebayo, Special Assistant to the Vice President on Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
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