POSITION SUMMARY
In consultation with the Team Leader of the Job Matching Unit and Executive Director, the Job Developer will be responsible for connecting with employers to identify work placement and training opportunities that match the skills and interests of program participants. Close monitoring and follow up of all participants is key to successfully managing a diverse caseload of clients thus, maximizing their potential to become self-sufficient contributing members of Canadian society. Due to the critical nature of this position, the Job Developer must be a self-starter, with excellent planning and time management skills and a commitment to achieving outcomes.
The incumbent must possess excellent telephone and interpersonal skills with ability to overcome resistance in a tactful and professional manner. Key to this position’s effectiveness is the ability to utilize persuasive skills in conducting prospecting calls, follow up on leads and actual vacancies available within large, small and medium enterprises (SMEs). In addition, the Job Developer must have demonstrated knowledge and experience in dealing with the business sector in mining opportunities that would support the labour market integration of newcomers, demonstrating a solid understanding of business cycles and market fluctuations while supporting the work of the Job Matching Unit Team in reaching the desired outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
The incumbent must:
- Be a self-starter with a strong results orientation and possessing a post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources Management, Commerce and/or Sales and Marketing from an accredited institution; an equivalent combination of skills, education and experience will be considered;
- Display strong awareness of labour market trends, its fluctuations, high demand occupations and potential opportunities; to generate and follow up on leads
- Possess strong technical/computer skills, including word processing, database applications, and Internet research.
