2024 MultiChoice Group Graduate Trainee Communication Program

For the 2024 MultiChoice Group Graduate Trainee Communication Program, technology-minded young men and women, who are inspired to develop and grow their marketing skills, are eligible to apply. The program pursues the strategy of extending the reach of the chosen candidates in pay-TV and SVOD (Subscription Video On Demand) subscriber bases hence increasing advertising sales, leading in innovative technology, promoting local content, and presenting premium customer care.

The Multichoice Group is an international media and entertainment company with its principal concerns in the pay TV, video entertainment, advertising, and content security businesses. Their head offices are based in South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the Netherlands respectively. The segmentation of the group from level up to level consists of Mnet, Supersport, DSTV, GoTv, DSTV Media Sales, Showmax, and Irdeto.

Job Summary:

Job Sponsor(s): MultiChoice Group

Job Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Duration: Fixed Term Contract

Number of Awards: 6

Study Level: Graduate

Nationality: South Africans

Requirements and eligibility criteria for the 2024 MultiChoice Group Graduate Trainee Communication Program :

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Media, Communications, Journalism,
Strategic Brand Communications, Diploma in Public Relations, or Diploma in Journalism Media Studies.
Must be an Honours student.
Less than 2 years of working experience post-studies.
South African citizenship by birth/naturalization or eligible to work in South Africa.
Ability to demonstrate a portfolio of evidence of communications-related work.

Purpose of the Position:

Gain professional experience through an 18-month divisional rotation
Graduate Development Program.
Complete all training modules designed for the program and participate in mentorship, coaching, and on-the-job training.
Work closely with managers and colleagues on projects and initiatives as required.
Develop skills applicable to specialist areas such as Media &
Communications, Digital Marketing, Customer Relations, Brand Management, and Marketing.