CDF is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Manager Programs, based in Karachi, with technical and operational background.
The Assistant Manager Programs will provide employment-related market intelligence & services to the community and job placement support to the program beneficiaries across Pakistan to provide them with a sustainable livelihood pathway. This includes:
Understanding the overall economy, keeping abreast of evolving opportunities for employment, and maintaining and updating market intelligence;
Establish and maintain relationships with businesses, recruiters, and HR firms
Facilitate different regional and local placement units and poverty program’s case workers/mentors for placement opportunities in the market;
Research future trends and provide strategic input to the program team and facilitate beneficiaries and regional/ local EPB placement units in selecting economic pathways as per the market trend.
Identify barriers to employment and assist job seekers with placement-related opportunities, job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing resumes, and preparing for job interviews.
Research and recommend new sources for the placement of active and passive candidates.
Review applicants to evaluate their qualifications and whether they meet the position requirements.
Work with web developers and marketing teams to properly implement best practices in the job portal and campaigns
Work closely with external partners to identify and develop upskilling initiatives tailored to the needs of individuals entering or advancing in the job market.
Design and implement in-house training programs, as well as coordinate with external partners to offer a comprehensive range of skill development opportunities.
Maintain strong relationships with partners, ensuring alignment of goals, smooth communication, and effective collaboration on shared initiatives.
Conduct assessments to identify skill gaps and training needs, ensuring that programs are relevant and aligned with job market demands.
Oversee the execution of upskilling programs, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable outcomes.
Reporting Relationships
The Assistant Manager Programs will report to the Programmatic Head of the department or any person designated by the board.
Responsibilities
Identify and maintain an inventory of the current and future job opportunities and update content on Job Portal
Understand the overall economy, maintain and update market intelligence
Identify the prerequisites for shortlisted job opportunities for the job seekers and understand the candidate profiling required to gain such job employment.
Identify reputable training institutions and courses they offer, in line with different segments.
Coordinate with employers to understand the types of jobs available that can benefit job seekers.
Provide technical input to the regional /local and poverty program placement unit on how to develop employment-related livelihood pathways.
Arrange interviews and provide pre-interview guidance to the potential shortlisted individuals who will be ready to apply for the jobs.
Preparing and circulating relevant Dashboard with the management for the recent updates on Job placement and other activities.
Prepare regular reports on program progress, outcomes, and areas for improvement, sharing insights with internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain relationships with various stakeholders.
Establish and maintain relationships with businesses, recruiters, and HR firms and stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs.
Identify and maintain a database of reputed training institutions, training details (including training timelines, course contents, and costs), and after-training job prospects.
Assist with training as well as job placement of beneficiaries either directly or through recruiter relationships. These beneficiaries could either be from the local area (South) or migrants from other areas (both rural and urban areas) across Pakistan.
Liaise with local employers, AKDN, government, and civil institutions on developing joint programming, training, counseling, or information sessions that are in line with the strategy.
Coordinate closely with the regional and local volunteers and boards for placement-related activities.
Ensure all complaints/concerns raised by jobseekers or employers regarding operations or services rendered, are addressed in a professional manner.
Meet with industry leaders, and new partners (training institutions/employers) to identify what types of job opportunities exist in the short-term, medium-term, and long-term.
Facilitate in producing updated reports on the employment landscape from time to time for management information.
Skills and Attitudes
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
Ability to develop and nurture professional relationships with recruiters and employers.
Goal-oriented, data-driven, with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and strong problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to build strong, supportive, and collaborative working relationships with internal team members, volunteers, and leadership.
Flexibility and agility to adapt to changing requirements.
Good knowledge of the current and emerging job markets.
Experience and expertise in job market research.
Experience in writing actionable reports that build on input from multiple stakeholders and developing reports and actionable dashboards.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Willingness to work on any additional task as assigned by the Board and program Head.
Academic Credentials
Master’s degree (at least 16 years of education) from HEC recognized university or from an internationally recognized university (for degree holders having degrees issued outside of Pakistan), preferably an MBA in Marketing/HR.
Professional Experience
Have a minimum of 3 years of work experience with at least 2 years in a similar capacity, preferably with a recruitment agency/HR department or marketing department.
Language Proficiency
Strong communication skills in English and Urdu (both oral and written).
Travel and Schedule
The position will be based in Karachi, with frequent travel across the Country.
Requires a flexible schedule to accommodate a non-traditional work week, including some evenings and weekends.
Applicants meeting the above requirements can also send their resumes to [email protected] with the job title mentioned in the subject.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.