What is your background?
I am South Sudanese but was born in Kenya and came to Australia as a refugee with my parents when I was five years old. I enjoy learning new skills and live by the motto that every professional in their respective fields began knowing nothing about what they are good at, so nothing stops me from achieving the same, if not better.
Why did you choose Escient?
Escient felt genuine about its culture and values. It was obvious that they understood that for your employees to take care of your business, you need to take care of your employees. Thus, they support all their employees' development, professional growth, and success.
Escient considers the realities of our new world post-COVID and strives to find the best ways to optimise work efficiency without compromising work-life balance. At Escient, I knew I’d be surrounded by talented consultants who would push me to improve and become the best professional I could be.
When somebody asks me, ‘What does a consultant do’? I say that we fill the gap between a problem and a solution. At Escient, you never feel like the solution to a problem is too far away because you are always supported, and everyone is willing to help.
What did you like about the Graduate Recruitment Process?
Escient considered a lot more than just academic results and experience. Their focus was on academic diversity and the contribution of diverse thinking.
The recruitment process was professional, challenging, and engaging. The unique style and approach of presenting a case study were refreshing. I could feel a strong sense of culture from the first day.
What are some of the projects you have worked on?
I have been lucky to be exposed to several different industries and solution development, in addition to receiving some submission exposure. I love it when we can really make a difference and assist our clients in meeting their purpose.
What has been the biggest learning curve for you so far?
My business vocabulary has expanded immensely. The biggest learning curve for me has been the terminology. Coming from a science background, many of the concepts used were foreign, but with the help of fellow Escient employees, I could get my head around them very quickly.
How has the graduate program supported your transition into consulting?
The graduate program has ensured that I haven’t felt alone in this transition; it’s allowed me to gather great skills for approaching complex problems and gaining knowledge from experienced consultants in many disciplines. The Escient consultants have provided me the opportunity to grow. They have challenged my understanding of things, asked me questions, and given me opportunities to lead certain aspects of projects, which has instilled confidence in myself and my abilities.