Seize education, job opportunities in Germany - Kenyan youths urged

Youths and graduates in the country have been encouraged to embrace numerous education and job opportunities in Germany.

Kenya’s Ambassador to Germany Stella Mokaya said that Kenya and Germany have strengthened bilateral relations thereby making it easier for qualified Kenyans to live and work in Germany as well as work remotely in the German labor market.

She spoke during a Digital Career Fair held by Mount Kenya University (MKU), an event that brought together students, graduates, professionals, and global experts to explore diverse career pathways.

The Ambassador highlighted that there are opportunities in green jobs, nursing professionals, engineers, IT specialists, physicians and careers in the transport sector among others that can be exploited by unemployed but qualified Kenyans.

She detailed the pathways for Kenyan professionals to access education and work opportunities in Germany, setting the stage for a day of learning and inspiration.

“There are numerous opportunities in Germany and I believe that our youths including graduates who are qualified and competent in their respective disciplines can seize the opportunity to secure jobs as well as further their studies,” she said.

Similar sentiments were echoed by Caroline Mwangi, the CEO and co-founder of the AG-Career Hub based in Germany, who rallied students, graduates and professionals to take advantage of the good relations between the two nations to secure jobs.

Participants in the Career Fair benefited from a range of expert presentations that included Vocational Training in Healthcare in Germany, where Prof Dr Christian Lebrenz (University of Applied Sciences, Koblenz) highlighted healthcare training opportunities and requirements.

Presenting on Master’s Degree Courses and Career Perspectives, Dr Ing Jörg Franke (Technische Hochschule Nürnberg) shared insights into opportunities and requirements for postgraduate studies in Germany.

Lutho Kote (Fintiba GmbH) took the participants through the visa processes and financial requirements – including the opportunity card and blocked accounts needed for Kenyans seeking to study or work in Germany.

On how to work successfully remotely in IT – Alexander Ritter (netspice GmbH) explored global remote IT job opportunities while Martin, a funding specialist, provided crucial details on scholarship applications and deadlines.

Dr Martin Kimemia Gathiru, Vice-Chancellor of Mount Kigali University in Rwanda, emphasized the importance of leveraging digital platforms to connect with global opportunities.

“We have also engaged our participants including our students in hands-on workshops covering a range of topics, including optimizing LinkedIn profiles, exploring careers in tech, finance, and law, and navigating Germany’s vocational training landscape. Niche areas such as taxation, international law, IT tools, and specialized vocational training for migrants in Germany were also discussed,” Dr Kimemia said.

Dr Kimemia noted that the Digital Career Fair provided a unique platform for Kenyan students and professionals to connect with international experts and explore global opportunities in education, healthcare, technology, law, among others.

“With interactive sessions and live question and answer opportunities, the event ensured participants left with actionable insights to advance their careers. This is why we continue to lead the way in providing transformative career development programs, preparing the next generation of global professionals,” he said.

Meanwhile, more than 7,000 graduands are expected to graduate in a ceremony presided over by the university Chancellor Prof John Struthers