Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Graduate Recruitment Program Job Vacancy at Coca Cola Kenya

Job Title: Graduate Recruitment Program - Pinnacle
JOB ID     23086
LOCATION(S)     Kenya
CITY/CITIES     Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION    
JOB TYPE    
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED    
RELOCATION PROVIDED    
SHIFT    
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:

Position Overview:
JOB SUMMARY
►The Program's purpose is to provide a source for organizational renewal, support diversity initiatives, and infuse talent into The Coca-Cola System ahead of demand.
► Following a number of personal & professional assessments, the successful candidate will be working on a contractual basis as a Graduate Trainee for a period of 12 months.
► During the 12 month program, Graduate Trainees will receive cross-functional training during their training period, as well as exposure to all departments through an initial corporate orientation. Each trainee will be assigned a mentor for career and personal guidance for the duration of the program.
► Throughout the program, Graduate Trainees will experience a wide variety of  learning interventions, including but not limited to: presentations, market visits, functional as well as interpersonal and management skills training, case studies, discussions with senior management, formal classroom training, e-learning and other.
► Candidates will have the opportunity to participate in live projects and to take on the responsibility for managing these projects as well as their successful implementation.  A final graduation project where all Graduate Trainees will be requested to professionally demonstrate their learning will mark the end of the program.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
►To participate in the Coca-Cola Graduate trainee program.
►Take responsibility for and commit to continuous self-development throughout the 12 month duration of the program in order to achieve a high level of competence as outlined by the program specifications.
►Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Coca-Cola Company for example (but not limited to): code of business conduct, working hours, leave etc.
►Participate in all learning activities as required by the program.
►Participate in all field work assignments as specified by the program and to complete all tasks / projects as assigned for these activities.
►Successfully manage and complete all assigned projects and assessments as per program requirements and schedule.
►Participate as an active member of the graduate trainee team.
►Demonstrate the values of The Coca-Cola Company and act as an ambassador by promoting and protecting our image both internally and externally.
►Identify business and program opportunities and communicate these to the program co-ordinator or assigned mentor as applicable and by so doing actively contribute to the growth and development of the Coca-Cola business.
►Complete additional work assignments as requested.
►Improve business understanding and knowledge of The Coca-Cola system and associated job roles.
►Facilitate the creation of an open learning environment by continuously sharing knowledge and learning with program peers as well as mentors and program managers.
►Accurately maintain and update your personal portfolio of evidence as specified by the program guidelines and within agreed timeframes to ensure all learning received (both on and off the job) is captured over the program duration.
►To participate in future graduate trainee programs as peer advisor, presenter or otherwise on an as needed basis and only when / if applicable.
FINANCIAL/ JOB SCOPE:
► The following measures are examples of candidate accountability measures throughout the program.
o 100% Completion of all program objectives as planned and within agreed timeframes.
o Assessments completed on time and within required standards.
o Compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
o Proficiency levels within agreed standards for the program.
o Projects completed within agreed timeframes and budget stipulations (where appropriate)
o Customer Satisfaction within agreed standards (Applies to projects undertaken with customers, bottlers etc. and based on feedback received following core assignments)
ORGANIZATION IMPACT/ INFLUENCE:
Extensive High Level / Operational Interaction with:
o Talent & Development Manager
o HR Director
o General Managers
o Mentors / Coaches
o Trainers / Facilitators
o Cross Functional Bottler Personnel (related to field assignments)
o Various Customers / Consumers (related to field assignments)
o Suppliers / Vendors (if applicable through field assignments and project related work)
o Program Assessors
►The nature and purpose of these interactions will be determined by the program objectives and relate primarily to the acquisition of knowledge and skills and in some cases project related activities determined by the nature of assigned projects / assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
►None
RELATED JOB REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Skills & Competencies (other):
► Acting with Integrity
► Logical Reasoning
► Thinking Systemically
► Organizational Skills
► Strong Analytical and Numerical Skills
► Team Work / Working with a team
► Establishing Collaborative Working Relationships
► Communicating Effectively
►  Results Orientation
► Delivering on Commitments
► Managing Diversity
► Dealing with Ambiguity
► Creativity / Innovation
► Managing Change
► Resilience
Required Experience
► 0 - 2 years experience
► Fluent in English (Portuguese /French an added advantage)
► Have a Drivers License
► Computer Literacy (Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MS Project)
Coca-Cola Competencies
Drives Innovative Business Improvements
► Develops unique ideas that can be used to address business issues
► Focuses on projects and initiatives that deliver differentiated value to the organization
► Continuously seeks to improve processes
Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities
► Aligns priorities with clear, focused decisions that contribute to moving our vision forward
► Understands his/her role in building and delivering  short- and long-term results to the business
►Works with teammates in other functions and geographies to plan for future objectives
Delivers Results
► Meets or exceeds individual performance expectations to produce exceptional results
►  Possesses a strong desire to win and takes responsibility for critical outcomes
►Sets stretch objectives that are constantly re-evaluated to ensure organizational movement
Imports and Exports Good Ideas
► Strives to be a role model for collaboration
► Builds internal and external relationships that result in leveraged solutions to the business
► Uses personal ideas and industry information as inputs to moving others to action
Develops and Inspires Others
► Understands and leverages strengths and capabilities of self and others
► Demonstrates an awareness of personal impact by adapting and adjusting to uncomfortable situations
► Recognizes differences in others and uses individual awareness to increase business impact
Lives the Values
► Demonstrates personal commitment to our Values, holding self and others accountable
► Establishes and cultivates open, candid, trusting relationships with other team members
► Exhibits excitement and support around the work we’re doing 
► Takes ownership for promoting and protecting our image internally and externally
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum requirements
► Bachelor’s Degree in any business related field of study
► 0-2 years work experience
► 27 years of age and below
► Driving  License
CULTURAL DIVERSITY:
► Ability to deal with several layers inside the organization and across the total Coca-Cola System at the same time.
► Ability to interact with associates, bottlers, customers, consumers and suppliers across a variety of Franchises within the Central, East & West Africa Business Unit.
► Ability to communicate in English
ANALYSIS:
► Acquiring and sharing knowledge and best practices
► Managing / completing projects and assignments within specific standards and deadlines
► Participating in assessment processes as a means to qualify throughout the program
► Building value based relationships across the system throughout the program period
► Opportunity identification as part of the program
JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING:
► Provide input and recommendations related to the nature of the graduate trainee program and possible improvements for future programs
► Provide input and recommendations as they relate to various projects and assignments prescribed by the program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
►Possible travel to moderate risk locations
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
►May be required to travel; some trips requiring overnight stays for some length of time
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp

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