Graduate Trainee

Program Overview

Our Graduate Trainee Program is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals (0–3 years of experience) seeking to build careers across strategy, program management, and communications within the creative industry.

This intensive 12-month program provides hands-on experience in real business and project environments. Trainees will be assigned to a specific function Strategy, Programs, or Communications based on their academic background, skillset, and demonstrated strengths. High-performing trainees may transition into permanent roles such as Strategy Associate, Program Associate, or Communications Associate upon successful completion.

Participants will work closely with functional leads, gaining exposure to high-impact projects, stakeholder engagement, creative operations, and strategic execution within a fast-paced environment.


Job Summary

As a Graduate Trainee, you will be deployed into a specific functional team aligned with your qualifications, where you will support the planning, execution, and delivery of key initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in business analysis, project execution, stakeholder coordination, or content and communications, depending on your assigned track.

This role is ideal for curious, adaptable, and execution-driven individuals looking to build expertise while contributing meaningfully to organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Track (for analytically inclined candidates)

  • Support business strategy development, market research, and analysis
  • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and strategic insights
  • Track performance metrics and support data-driven decision-making

Programs Track (for execution-focused candidates)

  • Support planning and execution of programs and initiatives
  • Coordinate timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables
  • Monitor project progress and document outcomes

Communications Track (for creative and storytelling candidates)

  • Develop and manage content for internal and external communications
  • Support campaigns, brand visibility, and audience engagement
  • Coordinate communication with stakeholders and community members

General Responsibilities (All Tracks)

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives
  • Support operational tasks and process improvements
  • Participate in team meetings, reviews, and learning sessions

Mandatory Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (graduated within the last 3 years)
  • Experience: 0–3 years of work or internship experience
  • Technical Skills:
    • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
    • Familiarity with digital tools or content platforms is an advantage
  • Interest Areas: Strategy, program management, communications, or the creative industry

Competencies

  • Learning Agility: Quickly absorb new concepts in strategy, AI, and analytics.
  • Collaborative Mindset: Thrive in team environments with diverse stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solving: Break down complex challenges into actionable steps.
  • Communication: Translate data insights into clear recommendations.
Job Category: Consulting Graduate Trainee Strategy
Job Type: Full-Time (12-month fixed-term contract with potential for permanent role)
Job Location: Lagos Nigeria

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