Why graduates must prepare for changing employment dynamics

A 2018 Skills Mismatch Report by the Federation of Kenya Employers says that 66 per cent of university graduates are not prepared for work. Recruiters explore the need for graduates to prepare for the changing employment dynamics. [Standard]

Cynthia Mideva has given motivational talks in more than 16 schools countrywide from the time she enrolled for a teaching degree at Kenyatta University. She has also accepted short volunteer positions to teach in some of the schools.

Mideva who expects to graduate in July with a degree in English Literature says she purposely picked these engagements to position herself better in the job market. “I have gone to many schools in Nairobi, in Nyanza and at home in Vihiga County where I interacted with students and school administrations. I did this to give back to the society, but ended up getting good recommendations for prospective employers,” says Mideva.