Workforce Partnership Specialist
Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: Oakland
Posted on: January 21, 2023
Job Description:
Requisition ID: req35413Job Title: Workforce Partnership
SpecialistSector: Program AdministrationEmployment Category:
RegularEmployment Type: Full-TimeOpen to Expatriates: No
Location: Oakland, CA USA
Job DescriptionIRC Background: The mission of the International
Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and
livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive,
recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the IRC
has a presence in over 40 countries and 27 offices in the United
States; the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Job Overview: The
Workforce Partnership Specialist is responsible for developing
workforce-related partnerships to support refugees and other
low-income individuals to enter and complete training programs and
to enter professional employment. Examples of partnerships include
local employers, technical schools, apprenticeships, and colleges.
This position will work closely with multiple teams to cultivate
and refine partnerships to meet the everchanging needs of client
populations, employers, and the local labor market. As a part of
the team, this position will identify and match qualified clients
to training and employment opportunities and provide ongoing
follow-up with all engaged partners. Major Responsibilities:
General Outreach
- Develop and implement ongoing employer and training provider
outreach goals and tiers of engagement activities
- Train public, non-profit, and private sector partners on
benefits of hiring refugee and immigrants and best practices in
working with refugee populations
- Represent the IRC in the community, sharing information on IRC
programs and services
- Conduct job readiness classes with refugees and immigrants and
support them with resume building, professional communication and
interview preparation. Employer Development
- Conduct employer outreach to identify job opportunities and
develop, cultivate, and maintain positive relationships with area
employers in specific sectors
- Educate employers on the strengths of a refugee workforce as
well as relevant right to work documentation
- Act as a liaison between the IRC, employers, clients, and
community partners
- Communicate and collaborate across multiple programs and staff
regarding employment opportunities, client referrals, and new-hire
onboarding processes
- Research and attend relevant job development opportunities such
as job fairs, community events, job site tours, etc
- Monitor job performance, wage level, and employer/employee
satisfaction;
- Assist clients and employers with any post placement issues and
ensure that employer feedback informs service delivery for active
program participants
- Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual job placement goals
- Provide job coaching to refugees and other low-income
individuals as necessary.Training and Education Partnership
Building
- Work with local community colleges and other local providers to
access short-term trainings including Career Technical Education
(CTE) to make a long-term impact on client employability in
specific fields
- Engage local training providers in IRC service delivery
including during internal IRC workshops
- Adjust training platforms and providers based on feedback from
employer partner needs as well as client needs and preferences,
including the need for remote trainingsReporting and Service
Documentation
- Ensure timely and accurate compliance on all reporting
requirements, including database management, case noting, and file
maintenance
- Use ETO as assigned to track client services, outcomes, and
metrics; develop tracking systems for auxiliary information
- Update internal trackers using Excel and complete ongoing
quality assurance monitoring
- Track and adhere to the program budget throughout the project
duration
- Regularly evaluate and report on quality of placements,
including indicators such as cost-per-participant, health benefits,
wage level, retention rates, satisfaction level
- Regularly evaluate and report on quality of employer
relationships, including number and quality of new employer and
training relationships, number of employers hiring IRC clients per
sectorOther Responsibilities
- Supervise and assist program interns and volunteers
- Participate in all program meetings, staff development
activities, and fully engages as a member of the team
- Comply with all policies, procedures and protocols of the
agency
- Other related duties as assigned Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Workforce Development Coordinator Position
directly supervises: Interns and volunteers Indirect Reporting:
Economic Empowerment Manager Internal and/or external contacts:
Coordinates regularly with Economic Empowerment team and local
partners Job Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree required;
Master's degree preferredWork Experience:
- 2 years experience developing outcome-driven partnerships
required
- 2 years experience in workforce development preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including
negotiation, public speaking and presentation creation
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective networking and
influence. Proven ability to foster and manage partner and team
relationships
- Proven ability to take initiative, creatively problem solve and
collaborate in a fast-paced work environment
- Demonstrated experience in system development, case management,
and/or sales and marketing
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to track and
follow up on dynamic information
- Ability to work efficiently across a team to reach specific
measured outcomes
- Experience using data and fiscal tracking systems strongly
preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required Language Skills:
Proficiency in a refugee language such as Dari, Farsi, Pashto,
Tigrinya or Arabic, an asset Working Environment:
- A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and
'field' time within the service delivery area to perform the above
outlined responsibilities.
- Occasional travel to satellite and partner sites throughout the
Bay Area
- May require occasional weekend and/or evening work. COVID-19
Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC's duty to provide
and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our
commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and
communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination
against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or
hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to
attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to
building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We
strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate
that they can contribute to this goal. Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our
company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are
provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job
application or interview process, to perform essential job
functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. US
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of
benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays,
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical
insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per
month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and
commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately
vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee
Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their
families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and
mental health struggles. IRC- leading the way from harm to homeIRC
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on
the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national
origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, disability or any other characteristic protected by
applicable lawPlease Apply at http://www.rescue.org/careers
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