Applications are now open for the 2026 GBfoods Africa Operations Graduate Trainee Program, an urgent, time-sensitive opportunity for young African graduates. This prestigious 24-month program provides hands-on experience, structured training, mentorship, and exposure across GBfoods’ African operations.
Participants will gain cross-functional knowledge, project ownership, and exposure to business operations in Ghana, Nigeria, and Algeria, working with some of GBfoods’ leading brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand’Italia, and Blå Band.
GBfoods Africa operates in 24 countries with a regional office in Accra, Ghana, providing a dynamic environment to build a purposeful, impactful career in the food and consumer goods industry.
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Benefits of the Graduate Trainee Program
Participants in the GBfoods Graduate Trainee Program will enjoy:
1. Structured Training and Mentorship: Gain industry knowledge, technical skills, and leadership capabilities through tailored training sessions and mentorship programs.
2. Rotations Across Departments: Hands-on exposure across the Africa operations, fostering cross-functional skills and experience.
3. Project Ownership: Work on strategic projects that have real impact across the business.
4. Career Visibility: Interact with senior leaders and gain insights into regional operations.
5. Dynamic Business Exposure: Learn about Africa’s diverse market landscape and develop problem-solving, innovation, and collaboration skills.
6. Purposeful Career Growth: Build a strong foundation for a sustainable and impactful career in Africa’s food and consumer goods industry.
This program allows participants to unlock career opportunities, accelerate learning, and make a real impact in a multicultural environment.
Name of Organizer
GBFOODS
Requirements/ Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology, Agriculture Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Automation Engineering, or other related engineering field. A Master’s Degree in a Business Administration or a related Business program is a plus.
- Recent graduate (applicants must have graduated and earned their degree in 2023, 2024 or 2025) with First Class/ Excellent Equivalent or Second Class Upper/ Very Good Equivalent
- Curious to learn, ambitious, purpose-driven, and ready to make a sustainable impact
- English Language Proficiency
- Applicants from Ghana, Nigeria and Algeria
- A learning mindset, resilient and good problem-solving skills
- English Language Proficiency
- Very good written, oral communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural, collaborative environments
- Passion for innovation, learning, and driving impact in Africa
- Self-driven with good organizational and time management skill
Duration and Stipends
- 24 Months: The program is a two-year structured graduate training initiative with rotational placements across departments and countries.
Stipends / Remuneration: - Trainees will receive a competitive stipend during the 24-month program.
- Additional benefits may include travel allowances, mentorship support, and access to professional development resources.
- Graduates completing the program successfully may have opportunities for full-time employment with GBfoods, with a comprehensive salary package aligned with industry standards.
Deadline
Not Specified
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