2015-10-02

Job Title HR Graduate

Who we are and what we offer!

We want you to jump straight in to your new role, ready to take the bull by the horns. We’ll introduce you to the reality of the business world from day one, you’ll have real responsibilities and an immediate opportunity to be part of our business success.

We want you to act like an owner of Diageo, always looking to seize an opportunity. You’ll demonstrate an aspiration to progress as well a willingness to challenge the status quo in pursuit of performance. Throughout the programme, you’ll demonstrate your judgement, drive and influence in all that you do. You will interact with senior leaders and other graduates across the world to inspire you and help you develop. Plus you’ll have the support of a great manager, dedicated mentor and buddy.

Best of all, we promise to give you the freedom to showcase your ideas and initiatives and give you the room to grow. You will bring your passion, individuality and creativity, and seek opportunities to drive business growth through team work. We were built by people of extraordinary character like Arthur Guinness, Alexander Walker and Charles Tanqueray. You will stand on the shoulders of these giants and like them, you’ll have a chance to leave a legacy.

How our programme works:

Our programme is a three year adventure with Diageo during which you’ll find yourself challenged and inspired to reach your full potential.​ You’ll be introduced to many of our Diageo leaders in different countries so you can see the differences – and the similarities – in how we operate around the world. You’ll also enjoy the backing and support of a mentor and buddy who will give you an introduction to Diageo’s culture and help you successfully navigate your career. Working for a company of our size brings with it an enormous diversity of people and opportunities. We’ll introduce you to global networks so you can experience different cultures and make new friends and professional connections. Plus, if you want it, there may even be an opportunity to live and work abroad so you can experience first-hand what it’s like to live and work in another country.

We encourage you to apply where your true passion is. But whichever are you join us in you’ll find we employ the same approach to your development, providing you with two to three rotations within your chosen programme over three years.

The Human Resources Graduate Programme

More than 33,000 talented people work across the globe for Diageo. They are our biggest asset and the heart of our organisation. Our job in HR is to create an environment for our employees that inspires them to do the best work of their lives.

Outstanding challenges await all our employees every day. And because we are an extraordinary company we go to extraordinary lengths to ensure that the potential we see in them (including yours of course) is realised.

At Diageo HR acts as performance partner to the business, playing an important role in the professional lives of our employees. You’ll use your skills to keep them inspired, engaged, driven and full of energy to fulfil their roles.

During your three year programme, in addition to leadership development, you’ll gain broad experience within your functional discipline, and you will be given the chance to realise your potential in a specialist area within HR: Service Delivery, Learning and Development, Performance and Reward, Talent Management and Development, Organisation Effectiveness and Development, Employee Relations and Engagement, and Business Partnering.

We are a truly international company with iconic brands that sell in 180 different countries across the globe, so working for us will give you a unique opportunity to learn about a diverse range of ethnicities and cultures.

The key ingredients we want you to have:

We’re looking for graduates who not only have the capability to succeed in our organisation today but also have the potential to be our leaders of tomorrow. And we have set our standards high. It’s important that you share our Values.

We are looking for someone who is committed to the role and Diageo from day one. Full of energy, enthusiasm and optimism in everything you do. Following your instincts and standing up for what you feel is right.

You’ll have the opportunity to work collaboratively while showing your confidence and conviction to challenge people, in pursuit of finding the best and most innovative solutions for Diageo. Your drive and agility will be applied to overcome challenges and to develop yourself as you progress through the programme.

You’re able to build strong relationships in order to learn and grow together, as well as to influence and inspire others to always do better. Many of these relationships will be core to your success now and in the future as you progress through the organisation.
Our requirements and recruitment process

In addition to the behaviours we’ve outlined above we have a few basic requirements for entry:

A minimum Bachelor 2.1 academic degree or 3.25 GPA equivalent in any subject.

Fluency in English

Excellent numerical & analytical ability

Fluency in the relevant language to the market you are applying

Right to work in your market of application

Full and clean driver’s license where relevant for the role

Please note you may be based in any of our geographic regions and we therefore require you to be mobile and willing to potentially relocate for the role.

Reporting Location Nairobi

Business Unit East African Breweries Limited

How to Apply

Submit your CV and Application online : Click Here

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