Moniepoint Expands Women in Tech Programme, Increasing Internship Slots to 15
Moniepoint Inc. has broadened the scope of its Women in Tech initiative by expanding its internship opportunities from 10 to 15 slots, furthering its mission to bridge the gender gap in Nigeria’s technology sector. This initiative is strategically designed to provide women with practical industry experience and career prospects in tech, reinforcing Moniepoint’s dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion within the field.
The selected cohort, known as the Dream 15, will participate in a six-month internship across multiple technical domains, including cloud engineering, backend engineering, data engineering, systems administration, technical product management, technical support, and user experience. Throughout the programme, participants will receive mentorship, essential work tools, branded merchandise, a competitive salary, and a potential pathway to full-time employment, contingent on performance.
Chinaza Nduka-Dike, Vice President of People Operations at Moniepoint, highlighted the importance of the initiative, stating, “With the Women in Tech programme, we are not just advocating for inclusion; we are actively creating tangible pathways for women to excel in the tech industry. Diversity drives innovation, and through initiatives like this, we are empowering women with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to assume leadership roles and contribute to the future of technology.”
Since its inception, the Women in Tech programme has had a significant impact by offering mentorship, hands-on training, and exposure to real-world projects. By equipping women with practical skills and industry insights, the initiative is ensuring that more female professionals take on active and influential roles within Nigeria’s technology landscape.
According to data from the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS), despite women comprising nearly half of Nigeria’s population, they account for only 25% of the country’s tech workforce, even though 22% of STEM graduates annually are women. These statistics highlight the pressing need for programmes like Women in Tech, which provide young women with the resources and opportunities necessary to make meaningful contributions to Africa’s expanding digital economy.
As Moniepoint continues to champion diversity and inclusion in technology, the expansion of the Women in Tech programme marks a crucial step toward reducing the gender disparity and cultivating a more inclusive, innovative, and dynamic tech sector in Nigeria.
