OUR EMPLOYER PROMISE
The 5 Pillars of Our Employer Promise
Growing together takes nurturing!
Our responsibility is to create a clear, challenging, and supportive environment that allows everyone to find their place and look to the future. Our goal? To turn our Group’s promise, “Growing Together,” into a tangible reality that everyone experiences.
– A Message from the Director, Olivier Parent –
1. Fertile soil that makes sense
We produce in Africa, for Africa, giving concrete meaning to every project we undertake.
What our employees say:
“Producing sugar or grains here isn’t just a minor detail. We know that what we do really matters.”
“In some regions, Somdia supports an entire community. You can feel it every day.”
“Growing together isn’t just a slogan. I’m proud to be part of a group that has a significant local impact.”
2. Strong roots
We are built on strong values: responsibility, commitment, approachability, and boldness.
What our employees say:
“At Somdia, I feel a real sense of trust: no matter my age, they show me that I matter. If I help make the right decisions, my work is valued.”
“It’s not always easy, but we know we can count on each other. There’s a real sense of solidarity.”
“Our boldness is evident in our projects. Even when the situation is tough, we move forward, we try, we adapt. We find solutions to make it work.”
3. Growth is something you learn
We develop the skills and career paths that enable everyone to grow over time.
What our employees say:
“You learn a lot on the job, and they gradually give you more responsibility.”
“Projects help you grow, even if the path isn’t always straightforward.”
“For me, the VIE program at Somdia is the best of both worlds: I thrive in an international environment, and I’m growing both professionally and personally. It’s an experience that helps you gain skills, maturity, and confidence.”
4. A supportive environment
We offer a clear, balanced, and supportive work environment that fosters commitment and personal growth.
What our employees say:
“We know what’s expected of you, and you can work within a clear framework.”
“Working conditions and safety are taken seriously.”
“I’ve never experienced such a structured onboarding process. A full week to meet the teams, understand the departments, and get to know the environment. It makes all the difference in helping you feel integrated quickly.”
5. The fruits of the collective’s labor
We move forward together on a shared journey rooted in solidarity and teamwork.
What our employees say:
“Here, we don’t just work. We share so many experiences together.”
“Human connections are at the heart of everything we do here. We come here and stay as much for the work as for the people we work with.”
“For some, Somdia has become a real family.”
