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The Youth in Food Program is a 6 month traineeship that prepares you for the job market!
Applications closed, next opening April 2023!
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THE PROGRAM CONSISTS OF 3 PARTS
Matchmaking
Before the training starts you will be matched to a company within Ghana’s food industry. We find the best fits between our youth and our pool of fast growing companies.
Skillstraining
During a 3-week training program you will be equipped with employability skills such as self development, work ethics, organization and communication. You will also meet and learn from entrepreneurs and food experts and get one on one career coaching.
Traineeship
A 5 month paid traineeship at the matched company, as real learning happens at work. Together with your peers, you will join 8 skills development days during this period.
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You are fully available from the beginning of January until August 2023
NOTE: The first month will be in Accra. The location of traineeship varies depending on the company.
You have a university degree (field does not matter)
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You want to start your career and have interest in food
You are looking for a long term job with a company
You are motivated, passionate and forward- thinking
You are between 20- 30 years old
Who can apply?
DATES TO KEEP IN MIND
Requirements to join
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You are fully available from the beginning of January until August 2023
NOTE: The first month will be in Accra. The location of traineeship varies depending on the company.
You have a university degree (field does not matter)
You want to start your career and have interest in food
You are looking for a long term job with a company
You are motivated, passionate and forward- thinking
You are between 20- 30 years old
PROGRAM PERKS
Skills Development
Our professional trainers will teach you the most in-demand soft and hard skills to help you perform better in future jobs.
Including: communication skills, personal development, emotional intelligence, work ethics, online organization tools, Microsoft office package and much more.
Company Visits
We visit inspiring companies in the food sector and hear from their CEO and different departments. We do this to inspire and show you great examples from the sector. A great network opportunity!
Work Experience
We work with innovative and fast growing Ghanaian and international food companies that are based in Ghana. During a 5 month traineeship you get to bring your new skills into practice and add valuable experience to your resume. After the traineeship, there is a good chance to get a job offer from the company.
Career Coaching
a mentor from our team will guide you through the training program and the traineeship. Whenever you need advice, your mentor will be there for you. Together with the mentor, you will be mapping out your personal goals of the training and traineeship period.
Alumni
Community
After the program you are invited to our alumni network where you have the opportunity to continue to engage with other young professionals in the food sector that have gone through our program. This is a valuable network which can help you advance in your career, with regular job vacancies and network events.
PREVIOUS PROGRAM
Check the vibe
YFP Alumni
Adamu Hawawu
YFP Alumni
Emmanuel Osei
Koby Dake
Currently working for WARC
Our participants have gained work experience form the following companies:
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5 TIPS FROM A RECRUITER
We are here to support
It’s hard to get in. We only onboard 30 youth for this program. Only apply if you really want this and make sure your application stands out! Hereby some tips:
Be personal in your video presentation or your cover letter. We want to know who you are and what you are passionate about.
Dr. Pascal Brenya
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Behind the program
The Youth in Food program was initiated by Ghana Food Movement (GFM) in partnership with Green Africa Youth Organisation (GAYO) and sponsored by the Dutch Embassy. The first cohort of the program, formerly known as Youth in Agribusiness Program, started in January 2022. Since then, the program has been a great success and a third of the participants got employed after their traineeship. Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC) has now joined as a partner to support the development of the upcoming program.
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