Call for Volunteer Facilitators at Blue Sapphire Hub

Volunteer Facilitators are invited to join Blue Sapphire Hub, a fast-growing tech and innovation ecosystem committed to developing the next generation of digital leaders. Through this call, the hub seeks passionate, skilled, and community-driven professionals who are ready to share knowledge, mentor learners, and support sustainable technology development.

By volunteering, facilitators actively contribute to talent development while strengthening Northern Nigeria’s innovation landscape and extending impact beyond the region.

About Blue Sapphire Hub

Founded in 2014, Blue Sapphire Hub is the first female-owned innovation center in Northern Nigeria. Since its inception, the hub has focused on building sustainable solutions while nurturing entrepreneurial communities for long-term, scalable impact.

Over the years, the community has grown to include innovators, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and bold dreamers. Together, they leverage technology and innovation to solve pressing societal challenges. In addition, Blue Sapphire Hub delivers incubation programs, capacity-building services, consultancy, and product development for startups, NGOs, government organizations, and private companies.

Vision and Mission

Our Vision

At its core, Blue Sapphire Hub aims to serve as a catalyst for transformative change. By pioneering innovation, the hub seeks to foster a sustainable and inclusive future across Northern Nigeria and beyond.

Our Mission

To achieve this vision, the hub creates an enabling environment where people from all backgrounds can access tools, resources, and opportunities. As a result, individuals can innovate, grow, and lead technology-driven solutions that address societal challenges through inclusive community engagement.

Areas of Facilitation Needed

Currently, Blue Sapphire Hub is recruiting Volunteer Facilitators with strong hands-on experience across key technology domains. These facilitators will support learners through practical and interactive training.

Software Development

This area includes Frontend, Backend, Full-Stack, and Mobile App Development. Additionally, facilitators with experience in Git/GitHub and API integration are highly encouraged to apply.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity facilitators will guide learners through cyber hygiene, digital safety, ethical hacking fundamentals, network security, risk awareness, and SOC basics. Consequently, learners gain awareness of both technical and ethical practices.

Networking

Networking facilitators will cover computer networks, routing and switching, network design, troubleshooting, and cloud networking fundamentals. As technology evolves, these skills remain essential.

Time Commitment

To accommodate working professionals, the volunteer role follows a flexible structure.

Commitment Details

• A total of 9 hours per week
• Spread across 3 days per week
• 3 hours per day, with flexible scheduling

Therefore, facilitators can balance professional responsibilities while still making a meaningful contribution.

What Volunteer Facilitators Gain

Although the role is unpaid, Blue Sapphire Hub offers several professional and personal benefits.

Benefits of Volunteering

• Professional recognition and certificates
• Leadership and community impact experience
• Networking and collaboration opportunities
• Increased visibility across Blue Sapphire Hub programs and partners

Moreover, facilitators strengthen their profiles while giving back to the tech ecosystem.

Who Should Apply?

Blue Sapphire Hub welcomes applications from individuals who are passionate about mentorship, innovation, and community development.

Ideal Applicants

• Industry professionals
• Tech educators and trainers
• Senior students or graduates with strong practical experience
• Professionals committed to ethical and inclusive learning

Above all, applicants should be eager to guide learners and share real-world insights.

Key Responsibilities of Volunteer Facilitators

Volunteer Facilitators play a central role in shaping learning experiences across the hub.

Core Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on and interactive training sessions
• Mentor learners and provide ongoing guidance
• Support curriculum delivery and continuous improvement
• Promote inclusive, ethical, and practical learning
• Participate in occasional planning and review meetings

Through these responsibilities, facilitators help maintain high learning standards.

Why Volunteer with Blue Sapphire Hub?

Volunteering with Blue Sapphire Hub goes beyond teaching technical skills. Instead, it allows facilitators to help break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and build inclusive innovation communities.

Ultimately, your contribution empowers learners with confidence, skills, and opportunities to thrive in the digital economy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online via the official facilitator application page. Since applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis, early submission is strongly encouraged.

👉 Apply here: https://bluesapphirehub.com/facilitators/