Employment Support Officer (RAISE Project)

Pidim Foundation

Dhaka
Tk. 47,700 per month
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

Responsibilities & Context:PKSF has been implementing the 'Recovery and Advancement of Informal Sector Employment (RAISE)' Project since February 2022 jointly financed by the World Bank and PKSF. The objective of the project is to provide services that can enhance earning opportunities for low-income urban youth, including COVID-19 affected micro-entrepreneurs. The project will provide capacity enhancement support and financial assistance to 2,46,600 low-income youths, young micro-entrepreneurs (MEs) and MEs affected by COVID-19 pandemic & other Shocks. PKSF has been implementing the project through its 90 POs. The Recovery and Advancement of Informal Sector Employment (RAISE) Apprenticeship Program is a key component of a five-year initiative jointly implemented by the World Bank and PKSF to empower urban and peri-urban youth through skill development and employment opportunities.To equip disadvantaged youth with 6 months long technical skills and improve their access to decent and dignified work and entrepreneurship through a structured apprenticeship model.The job purpose of an Employment Support Officer (ESO) in the RAISE Apprenticeship Program context is to facilitate and ensure sustainable employment or self-employment of graduate. apprentices by providing continuous support in job matching, career guidance, and enterprise linkage.To support and ensure the successful transition of graduate apprentices into gainful employment or self-employment by providing career counseling, facilitating job placement, building linkages with employers, and offering follow-up support.The officer will work closely with apprentices, Master Craftsperson (MCPs), local businesses, and Partner Organizations (POs) to match skills with market opportunities and promote sustainable livelihoods.Key Responsibilities:a) Career Preparation & CounselingProvide individual and group counseling during and after training.Help apprentices set career goals and plan accordingly.Conduct sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, workplace behavior, etc.Coordinate Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certification where applicable.b) Employment & Entrepreneurship SupportMatch graduates with job or self-employment opportunities.Guide apprentices on business startup and link them with financial and support services.Guide apprentices and YME in developing business plans, financial literacy, and basic business management skills.c) Employer & Industry EngagementBuild partnerships with local employers and industries.Organize recruitment events, job fairs, and on-site interviews.d) Placement Tracking & MonitoringKeep records of job placements and follow up on job status and satisfaction.Maintain an updated database and track career progress.e ) Stakeholder CoordinationWork with MCPs, POs, local government, and others to create a supportive employment ecosystem.f) Reporting & DocumentationMaintain records, prepare regular progress reports, and document success stories.g) Additional ResponsibilitiesSupport Community Outreach and Mobilization, especially for marginalized groups (e.g. girls, PWDs, ethnic minorities).Oversee enrollment, motivation, and mentoring of apprentices.Facilitate access to entrepreneurship training, financing, and wider job marketsPromote gender equity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all activities.Support research and data collection like tracer studies and labor market assessments.Extensive field visit across the Project sites.Any other project-related responsibilities assigned by the management as required.Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science & Engineering
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

BSc Engineering in CSE/ EEE/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering/IPE/ Master's in Business Administration/Management/ Economics/ Development Studies/ Social Work/Sociology from any Govt. approved university.

Experience:

At least 7 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Additional Job Requirements:

Age 30 to 45 years

Working Experience & Skills :

At least 7 years of full-time experience in the field of development sector (only full-time work experiences after Bachelor's or Master's degree will be counted.
Applicants must have 3 years of full-time experience in Skills development/ TVET Management.
Experience in employment support, training facilitation, career services, Project Management/ Entrepreneurship Development/ Pedagogy Training.
Preference will be given to candidates who have prior experience working with key stakeholders in the skills development and apprenticeship sector, including BTEB, NSDA and relevant private sector actors.
Experience in implementing or managing national or large-scale apprenticeship or work-based learning programs will be considered an added advantage.
Proficient in MS Office package.
Excellent Communication skills both in English and Bangla

Academic Qualifications:

The applicant must have at least one 1st Divisions/Classes or equivalent CGPA in the academic career.
Applicants having more than one third class/division or equivalent grade in their entire academic record will not be considered eligible.

Compensation & Other Benefits:

T/A,Mobile bill

Weekly 2 holidaysSalary Review: YearlyFestival bonus: 2.5Other`s as per Project Agreement.Salary and other admissible benefits (if any) are inclusive of all taxes as imposed by the government of Bangladesh. Taxes will be deducted at sources as per government rules.

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