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Applying to MEST? Come Join Us at the Nigerian Recruitment Info Session!

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Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be an Entrepreneur-in-Training at MEST Africa? Come meet us at Cafe Neo in Ikoyi and find out everything you need to know!
MEST is hosting a meet-up in Lagos! For the third year in a row, we are opening up recruitment in Nigeria and we’d like to get to know candidates who are eager to get into the program in advance of the recruitment and application process for 2017.
In addition to answering questions about MEST, we will be pre-screening interested candidates and giving tips on how to get into the programme in 2017.
If you (or anyone you know) is interested MEST candidate, go ahead and take this Discover MEST test and come join us on Monday, December 5 at 11am at Cafe Neo.
This meetup is for individuals who:
  • Have an interest in applying for the MEST training program: http://meltwater.org/school/admissions/
  • Passion to start a software company
  • Involved in entrepreneurship in the region
  • Are looking to refine your business and tech skills + grow your network
  • Have 1-5 years entrepreneurial or corporate work experience
  • Can commit to a year in Ghana participating in the MEST training program starting August 2017
  • Applicants from Nigeria must have completed their NYSC
Qualities We Look For in EITs:
  • A desire to make a difference
  • A strong interest in technology and software
  • An entrepreneurial spirit
  • Demonstrated personal drive, stamina, and self motivation, as well as the ability to meet goals and deadlines
  • Confidence and independent thinking
  • Excellent people skills
  • Strong interest in teamwork
  • The ability to communicate candidly and persuasively
  • Proven academic excellence
Info Session Agenda:
  • Introduction to the MEST Team
  • Intro to MEST Africa
  • Introduction to MEST Incubator in Lagos
  • Panel Discussion with MEST Lagos Incubator portfolio companies
  • Q & A session – live opportunity to get answers to your questions about life at MEST
  • Application Screening
Hope to see everyone there! Please contact recruitment@meltwater.org with any questions.



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