About the Organisation:
Lighthouse Communities Foundation works in the area of skilling and livelihoods for underserved youth. This is a pioneering program with a strong PPP model, an agency-led approach to livelihoods and a vision of socio-economic transformation. The Lighthouses are run through a public-private partnership that empowers the Government, Corporates, NGOs and Citizens to work together towards changing lives. The provision of location and capital expenditure for the Lighthouse centres is taken care of by the Government. Corporates contribute through CSR funds to provide operational expenses. NGOs come on board to provide various skilling courses to the youth. With penetration in more than 400 of the 500 odd slum communities of Pune, the program has now expanded to other cities viz. PCMC, Dombivali, Aurangabad and also States viz. Delhi, Odisha and in Hyderabad.
Core Values that drive us: Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage
Role overview:
The Placement Executive is responsible for leading the placement partnerships for the respective cluster.The role involves building and maintaining relationships with industry partners, ensuring effective job placements, tracking outcomes, and supporting beneficiaries in achieving sustainable livelihoods.
Your role in supplementing the Organisational goals:
- Partnership Development: Identify and cultivate partnerships with potential employers, industries, and organizations to create a network of placement opportunities. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with employers, recruiters, and industry associations. Conduct employer visits, job fairs, and recruitment drives. Negotiate MoUs or placement tie-ups with potential employers.
- Team Mentoring :
- Mentor a team of placement youth coordinators, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day activities.
- Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of the placement team.
- Monitor and evaluate the team's performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare comprehensive reports on placement activities, outcomes, and impact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of placements, success stories, and challenges faced during the placement process.
- Advocacy and Outreach: Represent LCF in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings to promote the organization's placement initiatives.
- Prepare a calendar for the job drives and employer connect.
- Conducting employer due diligence before onboarding the employers.
- Support Center Managers to deliver a sharp focus on achieving successful youth placements.
Who we are looking for:
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in a social work field.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in Placements or Corporate Relations, preferably in the social sector.
- Knowledge of employment and training programs, vocational education, and job market trends.
- Well-informed of labor market trends, employer needs, and best practices in career services.
- Strong partnership-building credentials with the ability to tailor style and methods when working with employers' and training partners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the English language is a must.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Can-do attitude and willingness to use own initiative to solve ground-level problems
- Commitment to the organization's mission and a passion for education and training.
- Willing to travel extensively to and within project locations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stay on deadline
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Does it sound exciting?
If yes, then share your CV with us by mentioning the designation in the subject line at [email protected]
To learn more about us, you can visit https://lighthousecommunities.org.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
