MTN Global Graduate Development Programme
About this opportunity
Offers accelerated career growth with high-level business exposure and rotations across MTN departments for successful applicants.
The MTN Global Graduate Development Programme is a fully funded career development initiative for African graduates, offering rotational roles across MTN’s operations in Nigeria and six other African countries. It combines structured training at MTN’s regional academies with on-the-job experience, mentorship, and exposure to high-level business environments. The programme emphasizes leadership, innovation, and hands-on problem-solving in shaping future solutions for both customers and participants. Applicants must align with MTN’s core values and exhibit key behavioural competencies like accountability and collaboration.
What it offers
- Fully funded employment with a competitive monthly salary and post-training job placement.
- Blended learning experiences, including immersive modules, digital engagement, and mentorship.
- Job rotations across MTN’s operating companies, with exposure to executive committees.
- Global opportunities in Nigeria, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, and others.
Who can apply
Applicants must be Africans aged 20–27, have graduated between June 2024 and February 2027 with a minimum Second Class Upper (2:1) or HND Upper Credit, and demonstrate fluency in English. Behavioural fit with MTN’s values (leadership, innovation, integrity) and vital behaviours (accountability, collaboration) is required.
What you'll do
- Complete formal training at MTN’s regional learning centres (Southern, Northern, Western Africa).
- Engage in on-the-job rotations across MTN’s business areas, gaining diverse operational exposure.
- Work alongside industry experts to develop solutions for MTN’s customers and future workforce.
- Participate in mentorship, coaching, and executive committee interactions for career growth.
How to apply
- Apply through the official MTN Global Graduate Development Programme portal (link provided in the source).
- Submit required documentation (not explicitly listed in the source).
- Follow the application steps outlined by Scholarship Region (no further details provided).
Good to know
- Deadline: November 6, 2026 (as per Scholarship Region’s summary).
- Eligible fields: Agriculture, business, economics, cooperative management, and related disciplines (full list available).
- No essay requirement mentioned; focus on behavioural fit and academic qualifications.
- Fully funded means no tuition fees and likely covers accommodation, travel, and stipend (exact benefits vary by location).
Key details
What you get
- competitive monthly salary
- post-training employment guarantee
- blended learning (digital modules, mentorship)
- job rotations across MTN’s operating companies
- accommodation (likely covered)
- travel support (likely covered)
- access to executive committees and mentorship
How to apply
- Apply via the official **MTN Global Graduate Development Programme portal** (link provided).
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