The Hon. Justice Innocent Umezulike Foundation (HJIUF) has announced a fresh call for qualified individuals to join its vocational empowerment initiative as volunteer trainers and facilitators.
According to the Foundation, the programme is part of its broader commitment to sustainable community development through practical skills acquisition, entrepreneurship support, and economic empowerment.
HJIUF stated that the initiative is designed to empower communities by connecting experienced professionals with individuals seeking vocational and practical knowledge that can improve livelihoods and create economic opportunities.
Volunteer Roles Available
The Foundation is currently inviting applications from qualified individuals willing to serve in the following capacities:
- Volunteer Skill Trainers
- Vocational Facilitators
- Community Empowerment Contributors
- Practical Skills Mentors
The organisation explained that selected volunteers will contribute to structured vocational empowerment programmes aimed at equipping participants with practical income-generating skills.
Areas of Training Currently Needed
The Foundation listed 14 vocational areas where trainers are currently needed. These include:
- Soap and Detergent Production
- Baking and Pastry Making
- Small Chops and Catering Skills
- Bead Making and Craft Production
- Fashion Designing and Tailoring
- Hairdressing and Wig Making
- Makeup Artistry
- Perfume and Body Care Production
- Shoe and Bag Making
- Candle Making
- Interior Decoration and Event Styling
- Agriculture and Food Processing
- Household Product Production
- Handcraft and Creative Art Skills
According to HJIUF, the initiative is focused on practical community impact by helping individuals gain skills that can support self-employment, entrepreneurship, and economic independence.
Eligibility Requirements for Applicants
The Foundation noted that the opportunity is a screened volunteer placement and applicants will undergo a verification and assessment process.
Interested applicants are expected to meet the following requirements:
- Possess verifiable experience in their field
- Submit a CV or Resume
- Provide portfolio, certifications, or proof of previous trainings and projects
- Submit a recent passport photograph
- Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to community development
HJIUF explained that applications will be evaluated based on competence, credibility, practical experience, and alignment with the objectives of the Foundation’s empowerment programmes.
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are required to send all relevant application documents to the official Foundation email below:
submit@hjiufoundation.com
The Foundation advised applicants to ensure all required documents are properly arranged and submitted for screening.
Only Shortlisted Applicants Will Be Contacted
The Hon. Justice Innocent Umezulike Foundation stated that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the screening process.
The organisation added that the initiative reflects its continued efforts to combine empowerment, mentorship, and vocational training as part of wider community development programmes targeted at improving economic opportunities and practical skill acquisition.