[What the role is]
To support the Assistant Director (Special Project) in the formulation of Community Development Council's Jobs Nearby @ CDC initiative and related employment programmes, and lead their implementation in the district, overseeing team operations and stakeholder partnerships to connect residents with employment opportunities.
[What you will be working on]
Key duties and responsibilities that need to be performed to meet the primary objective of the job. This will include the important result areas (what) along with the rationale (why).
- Lead, manage and supervise a team of Managers (Ms) and Job Ambassadors (JAs) to deliver programme outcomes and meet key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Support the Assistant Director (AD) to oversee the overall programme budgeting, marketing and communication efforts the obs Nearby @ CDC initiative.
- Lead implementation of outreach strategies to raise awareness about the programme, seek out and connect with resident jobseekers.
- Expand employer partnerships, build strong relationships and deepen employer engagement to grow a vibrant network of community-based jobs.
- Recruit, train and mentor JAs and Ms to strengthen ground operations and capabilities.
- Plan, coordinate and execute events such as job fairs, learning festivals and/or neighbourhood activations.
- Provide guidance to JAs and Ms on effective engagement processes with jobseekers and employers.
- Ensure proper and consistent usage of programme systems and platforms by the team.
- Support CDCs and Community Clubs/Centres (CCs) in engaging resident jobseekers and onboarding community-based employers.
[What we are looking for]
Other ad-hoc duties not covered under main responsibilities and duties.
- Task Forces/Committees as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned by CDC
Knowledge & Skills
- At least 3 years experience in outreach, career and skills advisory, community engagement, HR/recruitment, workforce development, or related fields.
- Knowledge of 2nd language (e.g. Mandarin, Malay, Tamil or dialects) to effectively engage with diverse residents in the community.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders from residents to employers.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution.
- Independent, resourceful and results-driven, with the ability to exercise initiative and work under minimal supervision.
