The Partnership Coordinator is responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with employers, industry partners, and stakeholders to create job opportunities for the career connect program participants. This role focuses on identifying hiring needs, coordinating employment-related initiatives, and ensuring training programs align with workforce demands. The coordinator collaborates with employers, trainers, and career coaches to support participants' transition into meaningful careers.

The Career Connect Program is designed to equip young individuals with the skills and knowledge required to secure entry-level positions and enhance their careers. The program addresses social challenges such as limited access to professional development opportunities, skills gaps among university students, and high unemployment rates. By combining technical, language, and soft skills training with practical job success techniques, the program empowers participants to excel in today’s competitive job market.

1. Employer Engagement & Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain partnerships with businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.

• Identify employer hiring needs and workforce trends to ensure alignment with training programs.

• Facilitate employer visits, networking events, and job fairs to connect trainees with job opportunities.

2. Job Placement Support & Workforce Readiness

• Support the job placement team in securing employment, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities for program participants.

• Collaborate with career coaches and placement teams to ensure candidates meet employer expectations.

• Monitor employment outcomes and provide ongoing support to improve job retention rates.

3. Program Coordination & Industry Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between employers and training teams to integrate industry feedback into curriculum development.

• Maintain up-to-date records of employer partnerships and job opportunities.

• Stay informed on labor market trends and provide insights to enhance workforce training strategies.

4. Event Planning & Outreach

• Organize job fairs, employer panels, and networking events to enhance participant employability.

• Represent the training center at industry conferences, career expos, and professional networking meetings.

• Develop promotional materials and success stories to highlight program graduates and employment outcomes.

5. Reporting & Data Management

• Track partnership activities, job placements, and employer feedback to assess program impact.

• Prepare reports on employment trends, placement success rates, and overall program effectiveness.

• Utilize data insights to refine job placement strategies and employer engagement initiatives.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Communications, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in employer relations, recruitment, workforce development, or career services.

• Experience in coordinating job placement programs or employment-related initiatives is an advantage.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. If interested kindly submit your application on or before 17/04/2025