2022 GT Program - General Technical Track at MainOne

Department: Technical
Slot: 12 Openings
Job Type: Contract

Responsibilities

• We are looking to recruit young, smart and committed individuals who are self-starters to join our Graduate Trainee Program, Nigeria – General Technical Track.
• Our Technical Team provide connectivity services to our customers using world class telecommunications infrastructure, including an international submarine cable, terrestrial fibre, microwave metro and inner-city networks.
• Our ideal candidate is resourceful, versatile, analytical, assertive and audacious, with a problem-solving mindset. He or she must be interested in building a career in the Technology sector, act with integrity at all times and buy into MainOne’s vision of being West Africa’s communications solutions provider of choice.

Program Structure

• The MainOne Graduate Trainee Program is a 6-week intensive experience designed to provide a robust foundation for smart Graduates who desire to build careers in their chosen field.
• The Program combines classroom and practical training including role plays, to equip participants with the tools and knowledge required to succeed in MainOne.
• An offer of full-time employment with MainOne is guaranteed for candidates who successfully complete the Graduate Trainee Program.

Qualifications, Skills & Competencies
Eligibility Requirements:

• Candidates must be graduates with a minimum of a Second-Class Upper qualification (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline
• Candidates should have 0 - 3 years post NYSC experience.
• Demonstration of leadership through extra-curricular activities
• Relevant certification(s) such as CCNA, CCNP, ITIL and/or a relevant post-graduate degree would be an advantage
• Ability to work with basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) is essential
• Ability to speak French is an added advantage

Competencies Required:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Creative-thinking ability
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Team working and collaboration skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Selection Criteria
Graduate Aptitude Test:

• As part of our selection criteria, shortlisted candidates will be expected to write our aptitude test and an essay.

Panel Interviews:

• Once you are successful at the graduate test, you will be invited for a panel interview.  

Provisional Offer:

• Upon successful completion of the recruitment process, you will be provided with a provisional offer to join the Graduate Trainee Program for a period of six (6) weeks.