{"id":11522,"date":"2023-10-24T09:30:03","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T07:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/?p=11522"},"modified":"2023-10-24T09:30:07","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T07:30:07","slug":"brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook","title":{"rendered":"BrighterMonday Partners with Safaricom Hook to Empower Kenyan Youth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>BrighterMonday, Kenya&#8217;s top talent platform, partners with Safaricom to offer career guidance and mentorship to the nation&#8217;s youth. This collaboration transforms how Kenyan youth engage with technology and pursue career development through the Safaricom Hook platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fe483824eed\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fe483824eed\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook\/#Empowering_Kenyan_Youth\" >Empowering Kenyan Youth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook\/#BrighterMonday_A_Trusted_Career_Partner\" >BrighterMonday: A Trusted Career Partner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook\/#A_Lasting_Connection\" >A Lasting Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook\/#Supporting_Youth_in_a_Digital_World\" >Supporting Youth in a Digital World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/brightermonday-to-be-the-career-partner-of-choice-for-safaricom-hook\/#Join_Safaricom_Hook_Today\" >Join Safaricom Hook Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-empowering-kenyan-youth\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Empowering_Kenyan_Youth\"><\/span>Empowering Kenyan Youth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safaricom Hook is a pioneering initiative designed to empower the youth in Kenya, focusing on technology, career development, and culture. By leveraging Safaricom&#8217;s extensive mobile network, the platform offers customized services that cater to the specific needs of young Kenyans. Safaricom&#8217;s commitment to the nation&#8217;s youth is evident in this visionary project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf2.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf2-770x466.jpeg 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf2-390x236.jpeg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-brightermonday-a-trusted-career-partner\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BrighterMonday_A_Trusted_Career_Partner\"><\/span>BrighterMonday: A Trusted Career Partner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safaricom&#8217;s selection of BrighterMonday as its career partner underlines the platform&#8217;s exceptional industry reputation. BrighterMonday has garnered accolades, including being named the Best E-Recruitment Portal and Firm in Kenya, and receiving recognition for its Best Youth Employment Strategies. With 1.3 million candidates, 50,000 employers, and 10,000+ job listings, BrighterMonday is well-prepared to support young Kenyan career paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-lasting-connection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Lasting_Connection\"><\/span>A Lasting Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the launch of the collaboration, Chris Otundo, BrighterMonday&#8217;s CEO, emphasized the profound impact of the partnership. He emphasized the importance of establishing a lasting connection with youth. Additionally, he stressed that it&#8217;s not solely about offering opportunities but also about providing resources and mentorship for thriving in a rapidly evolving digital world and seizing limitless career prospects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Erick Wilson Wafula, Head of Marketing at BrighterMonday East Africa, echoed this sentiment, calling the partnership a game-changer for youth. He highlighted their joint effort with Safaricom to create a bridge to endless opportunities, bringing Kenya&#8217;s young talents closer to a brighter future with limitless career possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-supporting-youth-in-a-digital-world\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supporting_Youth_in_a_Digital_World\"><\/span>Supporting Youth in a Digital World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of this groundbreaking initiative, BrighterMonday is committed to assisting youth in achieving success in the swiftly evolving digital landscape. This support includes mentorship, educational materials, specific career guidance, and a multitude of job opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf3-1024x733.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf3-1024x733.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf3-770x551.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf3-390x279.jpg 390w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bmke-saf3.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-join-safaricom-hook-today\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Join_Safaricom_Hook_Today\"><\/span>Join Safaricom Hook Today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safaricom Hook is poised to transform how Gen Z interacts with technology, pursues career development, and engages with cultural experiences. This partnership underscores the unwavering commitment of both organizations to make a profound and lasting difference in the lives of Kenya&#8217;s youth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible customers, aged 10 to 24, can join the platform via the Safaricom Hook app or by dialing *555#.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BrighterMonday partners with Safaricom Hook to offer Kenyan youth valuable career guidance, mentorship, and limitless digital opportunities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":172,"featured_media":11517,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,445],"tags":[496,366,390,362,361],"content_author":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-11522","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-career-development","8":"category-impact-initiatives","9":"tag-brightermonday","10":"tag-career","11":"tag-career-growth","12":"tag-news","13":"tag-partnerships"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11522","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/172"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11522"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11522\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11517"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11522"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11522"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11522"},{"taxonomy":"content_author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/content_author?post=11522"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}