Model OIC Nigeria is inviting applications from qualified and passionate individuals to join its Interim National Operations Team (2026). The organization is seeking competent and impact-driven young leaders who are ready to actively contribute to its rebuilding, coordination, expansion, and long-term institutional growth across campuses nationwide.
This opportunity goes beyond a traditional volunteer role. It is a platform designed to foster leadership, diplomacy, service, organizational development, and national impact. Individuals who are committed to teamwork, innovation, and excellence are strongly encouraged to apply and play an active role in shaping the future of youth engagement in Nigeria.
About the Programme
The Model OIC Programme is an initiative of the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF), established under the Joint Youth Action Plan adopted during the 3rd Session of the Islamic Conference of Youth and Sports Ministers held in Istanbul, Türkiye, in October 2016. The initiative was subsequently approved during the 43rd Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Model OIC Nigeria operates within this international framework, with a core objective of promoting youth leadership, diplomacy, policy engagement, and strategic dialogue among young people across Nigerian institutions and beyond.
Role of the Interim National Operations Team
As part of the organization’s restructuring and expansion strategy, selected individuals will support national coordination efforts in the following areas:
Strengthening campus engagement and communication channels
Expanding Model OIC Clubs across universities and tertiary institutions
Supporting programmes, diplomacy simulations, and strategic initiatives
Enhancing organizational visibility and institutional development
Building a functional, sustainable, and impactful national structure.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants should:
✓ Be passionate about leadership and youth development
✓ Possess good communication and teamwork skills
✓ Be committed and responsive
✓ Be available for active participation throughout the tenure.
✓ Previous leadership experience is an added advantage.
AVAILABLE ROLES
→Deputy Country Coordinator
→Secretary-General
→ Coordinator, Campus Affairs
→ Coordinator, Programs & Engagements
→Coordinator, Communications & Media
→Coordinator, Partnerships & External Relations.
→Coordinator, Research, Policy & Documentation
→Coordinator, Finance & Resource Mobilization
→→Coordinator, Training & Capacity Development
→Coordinator, Digital Operations
All positions within the Interim National Operations Team are strictly voluntary. They are designed for individuals who are motivated by leadership development, service, learning, and long-term impact rather than financial compensation.
Benefits of Participation
Selected volunteers will gain access to numerous personal and professional development opportunities, including:
✓ Hands-on experience within a structured national youth organization
✓ Practical exposure to leadership, diplomacy, policy engagement, and organizational development
✓ Networking opportunities with like-minded and impact-driven young leaders across Nigeria
✓ Certificates of participation, official recognition, and performance-based recommendation letters
✓ Access to trainings, capacity-building workshops, and strategic engagements
✓ Opportunities to participate in national and international programmes linked to MOIC and ICYF initiatives.
Application Deadline: 15th June, 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates should Use link below to Apply.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Model OIC Nigeria looks forward to building a vibrant, accountable, and globally engaged network of youth leaders who are ready to drive meaningful change and contribute to national and international development.
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