GBfoods Africa Operations 24-Month Graduate Trainee Program 2026

November 3, 2025

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.

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.