International Rescue Committee · 23 hours ago
Job Developer
Sacramento, CA USA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. The Job Developer will identify and create job opportunities for newly arrived refugee clients, match them with employment opportunities, and develop relationships with employers to facilitate job placements.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Conduct employer outreach to identify job opportunities and build new employer relationships
Coordinate with a minimum of 25 employer partners to host monthly on-site job events for enrolled clients per year
Contribute to 50 full-time and 13 part-time job places through built employer partnerships per year
Develop, cultivate, and maintain positive relationships with area employers to identify appropriate employment opportunities for clients
Educate employers on the merits of refugee employment and relevant right-to-work documentation
Act as a liaison between the IRC, employers, clients, and community partners
Research and attend relevant job development events such as job fairs, community events, job site tours, etc
Plan and implement workshops and development activities to ensure employment opportunities are appropriate, relevant, and attainable
Determine specific, appropriate employment opportunities, and assist clients in accessing these opportunities by guiding them through the hiring process
Customize clients’ resumes to fit identified opportunities
Assist job seekers in completing applications and new hire paperwork
Monitor job performance, wage level, and employer/employee satisfaction
Assist clients and employers with any post-placement issues and continuing employment needs
Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual job placement goals
Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion in IRC Sacramento
Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong interpersonal skills for effective networking and influence. Proven ability to foster and manage client and employer relationships
Prior experience building relationships with employers and/or organizational partners to gain their support for successful program outcomes
Strong analytical skills to forecast problems and the ability to quickly develop contingency plans
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively track large amounts of information, maintain records of progress achieved and follow up on rapidly changing information
Exercise effective conflict management and ability to communicate relevant expectations
Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English
Proven success in taking initiative, achieving goals, and working effectively with all levels of staff in a multicultural environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area
Strong leadership skills
Preferred
Familiarity with the Sacramento job market strongly preferred
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $163 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
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
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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