To say Malaysia lacking talent is totally untrue, walk into any varsities either public or private you will discover the amazing diversity of eager young minds awaiting the challenge of the outside world. All you have to do is have a conversation…we found out the same way! Give them an avenue and they will flourish.
Digi Telecommunications is aware of this, the network operator is no stranger to youth development, already Malaysians have participated in the Telenor Youth Summit in Oslo which was organised by the parent company where young individuals have an opportunity to give their views on the global stage. Today the company kicks-off another program inviting young Malaysians to kick-start their careers with Digi’s CXO Apprentice programme (DCAP). DCAP invites fresh graduates to compete for eight exclusive spots to apprentice with Digi’s top management team for a year. A rare chance to witness first hand on the day to day operation and handling of a multi billion ringgit mobile network organisation by the Chief officers.
Digi’s Chief Executive Officer Albern Murty said during the launch, “We are at a point of a major transition in the workforce, where Malaysia’s young talents are projected to account for 50% of the active workforce in the next 5 years. These young talents are synonymous with digital technology, where computers, smartphones, and the internet are second nature to them. As society, businesses and economies shift to become increasingly connected and digital, we have an opportunity to play a key role in grooming, shaping and accelerating the development of a majority share of our future working adults and leaders who will help shape Malaysia’s digital future and ambitions.”
Giving a new spin on the run-of-the-mill management trainee programme, Digi’s approach will be seen to accelerate the potential of these young inquisitive minds when they are paired to eight respective Chiefs (CXOs), giving them direct exposure to the forefront of business and leadership. Talents from any background, individuals who are curious, collaborative, a million-ideas-a-minute, brave to try and fail, and want to work in a digital company are encouraged to apply.
“We know having mentors and someone to believe in you has a deep impact in our career journey but not everyone has the benefit of mentorship. This programme does not leave mentorship to luck or chance but intentionally grooms young talent to build capabilities that will help them become major contributors to business earlier in their careers. This is an annual programme, and we have the full commitment of Digi’s top management to make this happen,” said Albern.
Digi will partner with various private and public universities to engage with suitable candidates for the programme. Digi’s Chief HR Officer Haroon Bhatti said, “Over the past decade, business has changed dramatically which means workforce skills and requirements have also changed. There are jobs today that did not exist 10 years ago — data scientist, social media manager, digital marketer — and in the coming years, there will be new roles with new skillsets that do not exist now. At the speed our industry is changing, we need a very fast, agile, disruptive way to bring young talent through the developmental levels quickly.
The Apprenticeship
12-month apprenticeship for eight (8) bright young talents, each tagged to one of eight (8) Digi Chiefs (CXOs):
Chief Executive Officer, Chief Finance Officer, Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Network Officer, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Chief HR Officer, Chief IT Officer and Chief Sales Officer.
Innovative, new spin with Digi CXO Apprentice:
- Accelerated learning and development giving apprentices a competitive edge at the start of their career
- Front row seats to decision-making, driving business and digital ambitions
- Direct CXO mentorship and guidance for one year
- Global exposure to Telenor Group’s businesses across 13 markets in Asia and Europe
- Live Digi’s promise in giving you the freedom to inspire the next
Who should apply?
Final-year university students about to graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree or fresh graduates who have worked for less than a year from any background:
- Communicate well and with confidence
- Have the will to win
- Possess a collaborative attitude
- Able to reason out issues and solve problems
- Desire to overcome challenges
- Want to work in a digital company
Submissions to apprentice are open from now until 15 April 2016. Learn more about Digi CXO Apprentice and to apply, surf towww.digi.com.my/cxoapprentice.
