Written by The Digital Skill Empowerment Programme is an initiative by Stanbic IBTC Group designed to identify, train, and empower digitally savvy talents.
The programme equips participants with cutting-edge digital and technology skills while preparing them to play a crucial role in driving the bank’s future digital transformation objectives.
It offers a unique and intensive learning experience for passionate, resourceful, and ambitious young people who are ready to fast-track their careers and contribute to shaping the future of finance and technology.
Available Fields of Training
- Intermediate to expert competence in the use of MS Office Suite
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, SQL
- Mobile app developers
- User Interface & User Experience Design
- Microservice architecture & development
- UI/UX development
- Cloud security expertise
- CI/CD technology
- Automated testing
- Cloud immersion
- Cloud Admin/Tech
- Cloud application development
- Penetration Testing skills
- Cloud Security
- Linux OS Administration
- Operations Support
- IoT development
- Blockchain development
- New Data analytics platforms & support
- Emerging intrusion detection
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Minimum of a Second Class Upper (2:1) or its equivalent in Information Technology or a related course from a recognized university.
- At least 5 credits in GCE, NECO, or equivalent, including Mathematics and English.
- Applicants must be 28 years old or younger at the time of engagement.
- Completion of NYSC with a valid discharge certificate.
- Applicant’s Date of Birth, Gender, and Class of Degree must be clearly stated in the application.
Required Skills & Competencies
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong conceptual, innovative, and analytical abilities
- Leadership qualities and assertiveness
- Integrity, honesty, and professionalism
- A passion for service delivery
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Self-motivation and adaptability
Application Deadline: 6th April, 2026
Apply here
About Stanbic IBTC
Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a member of the Standard Bank Group, has announced its Graduate Trainee Program for 2025.
This initiative aims to develop a pipeline of young, talented professionals equipped to drive the company’s future success. The program offers an intensive training experience designed for individuals passionate about building a fast-tracked career in the financial services sector