The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) Foundation has held the second edition of its Career Fair at Cape Coast University in the Central Region.

The event attracted hundreds of participants who engaged in an informative exchange with industry professionals.

The aim of the fair was to equip the attendees with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the demands of the constantly evolving global workforce.

Themed "Strategic Positioning for the Job Market," the highly anticipated second edition of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) Foundation Career Fair was a resounding success. The event provided a dynamic platform for students, fresh graduates, and job seekers to enhance their skills and gain knowledge about the key competencies required by employers.

The Career Fair featured insightful presentations and expert-led discussions on topics such as Emotional Intelligence, Financial Management, and Design Thinking for Positive Change. Attendees had the opportunity to receive practical insights and guidance on how to thrive in the ever-evolving world of work.

The event also saw active participation from various companies in recruitment drives, offering exciting prospects for potential internships and job placements.

Participants engaged in networking sessions with industry professionals, gaining valuable insights into industry trends, skill development, and career pathways.

In a message read on his behalf by Dr. Dominic Eduah, Executive Director of the Foundation, GNPC CEO Opoku-Ahweneeh Danquah emphasized that the Career Fair is one of the educational and human capacity development initiatives funded by the Corporation. It aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, empowering students to align themselves with the ever-changing job market's unique expectations.

Dr. Eduah expressed his delight with the event's success and its positive impact on the attending students. He reiterated the GNPC Foundation's commitment to fostering the personal and professional growth of students, and the success of the second edition of the Career Fair reflects the Foundation's dedication to this mission. He encouraged young Ghanaians to invest their time in research and innovation as a means to secure a successful future.

“We are thrilled to witness the exceptional outcomes from today’s session. The enthusiasm and active participation from both students and industry professionals have exceeded our expectations, and we are confident that the skills acquired here will be instrumental in shaping their future careers for the best,” he concluded.

The Dean of Students, who also served as the Chairperson for the occasion, Prof. Eugene Marfo Darteh, expressed gratitude for the initiative and added his expectation that “The GNPC Foundation Career Fair proves a transformative experience for our students.

“This program has provided an avenue for them to interact directly with industry experts, gaining valuable insights into the current job market’s expectations. We believe that this exposure will significantly enhance their career prospects and better prepare them to face the challenges of the professional world,” he concluded.

Also present at the program were Prof. Moses Jojo Eghan, Provost of the College of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) CEO, Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, a representative of the Central Regional Minister as well as officials from a host of companies including Republic Bank, CBG, ADB, Enterprise Life and Hubtel, who lent their support to the programme.

Relatedly, and as part of its community sports development programme, the GNPC has also completed the construction and handing over of a new FIFA standard Artificial Turf for the people of Sekyere South in the Ashanti Region.

At a brief ceremony to handing over the facility, Lubaabat Habib-Jawulaa, Head of the Environment and Social Amenities Unit at the GNPC Foundation, said the Management of the Corporation, led by the CEO, O-A Danquah, holds a firm belief in adopting holistic approaches to contributing to the development of communities.

“At GNPC, we recognise that sports and the development of sporting facilities in communities do not only provide young Ghanaians with an avenue to display their talents or sharpen them into becoming professionals but also help in the development of their character; moulding them into responsible, disciplined members of society,” she added.

She further urged the District Assembly to ensure a high level of maintenance to preserve the pitch to last many years.

The Presiding Member of Sekyere South Assembly, Mr Michael Opoku who represented the DCE, praised GNPC for its commitment to ensuring every Ghanaian, directly or indirectly, benefits from the country’s oil activities.

He pledged the community’s readiness to use the facility for its intended purpose.