Afro-Tech Girls, a non-profit organization focused on empowering African women in STEM, has announced a partnership with VampAI to launch a five-week Resume Challenge. The initiative aims to help women translate their technical skills into tangible career opportunities, the NGO said in a statement.
Over the last decade, Afro-Tech Girls has trained more than 5,000 young women across Africa in areas such as UI/UX design, cloud computing, front-end development, and data science. However, many of these women have faced challenges in effectively presenting their skills through resumes, portfolios, and interviews. The new programme was designed to address this gap and enhance employability.
From a pool of over 1,000 past beneficiaries, 34 participants were selected for the inaugural edition of the Resume Challenge. They received personalized portfolio reviews, access to career development tools, and interactive workshops facilitated by industry professionals including Ope Odunlami and Prisca Anuolam. Both experts provided practical insights on how to build strong portfolios and excel in interview sessions.
By the conclusion of the programme, 97 percent of participants reported feeling more confident in creating resumes and portfolios, while 72 percent stated that their overall career confidence had improved. This improvement, according to the NGO, shows that participants are now better equipped to compete in both local and international tech job markets.
VampAI, which connects African talent to global startups and companies, complements this initiative by enabling employers to access verified talent, streamlined recruitment processes, and reliable cross-border payment solutions.
The Resume Challenge is part of a larger partnership between Afro-Tech Girls and VampAI that includes mentorship programmes, advanced career bootcamps, and direct placement into startups and scaleups. Participants’ work and growth are featured in the ATG x VampAI Talent Showcase, providing potential employers with insight into Africa’s growing tech workforce.
“Technical skills open doors, but career readiness ensures you can walk through them with confidence,” the statement read. “By combining technical training with professional development, we are preparing women to thrive in the global tech ecosystem.”