Workforce Job Developer

Job Overview:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 30 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC New York’s Economic Empowerment Department provides employment and career assistance to approximately 500 refugees, asylees, and other immigrants each year. Through a variety of services including Early Employment, Career Development, Food and Agriculture, and Financial Capabilities programs, the IRC supports refugee, asylee and immigrant clients to gain employment and career advancement opportunities in the New York City area.

Under the supervision of the Senior Economic Empowerment Manager, the Employment Partnerships Specialist builds, maintains, and strengthens partnerships with employers, vocational training institutions, and community organizations in order to ensure high quality and quantity of job placements and education and training access for our clients.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach to employment, training, and social services partners on behalf of the IRC to present our services, programs, and clients
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with new and existing employment and training partners in a wide range of industries, such as manufacturing, food service, healthcare, hospitality, among others
• Create and sustain a direct, clear, and regular line of communication with all partners
• Develop presentation materials and facilitate workshops and information sessions both virtually and in person
• Liaise with workforce development boards and other relevant employment and training stakeholders in NYC and the surrounding area
• Plan and organize job fairs
• Work with IRC’s employment specialists and coordinators to ensure that our clients are best matched with roles and companies
• Become a subject matter expert in the roles, industries, and companies that our employment and training programs focus on
• Participate in IRC network-wide initiatives to understand and share best-practices to enhance employment and training programming
• Monitor industry data and trends, utilizing labor market index information to plan business development activities
• Participate in program meetings, staff development activities, and other ad hoc duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Work Experience:

• At least two years of related professional experience in workforce development
• Experience in a non-profit setting a plus
• Knowledge of career pathways and industry certification requirements
• Experience in sales a plus

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with proven attention to detail
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to travel regularly throughout New York City

Language Skills:

• Fluent in English, both spoken and written; bilingual ability preferred, preferably in Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, French, Arabic, Dari, Pashto and/or Farsi

Preferred experience & skills:

• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional team structure
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner

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Working Environment***:*** Standard office work environment, along with some field work, including local travel to employers, and other community-based partners. Three days in-person and two optional remotes days per week depending on work events scheduled.

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

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.

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

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 $145 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus a 3-7% base IRC contribution (3 year vesting), 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.