Career Placement Officer at Dixon & Ricks

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Career Placement Officer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria (with potential travel within Africa)
Job Type: Full Time / Hybrid
Reporting Line: Project Coordinator
Resumption: October 2023

Overview

• As the career placement officer, you will be responsible for identifying and fostering partnerships with value-driven organisations, aligning young talents’ career objectives with suitable industries, and ensuring the successful placement and development of Y.A.P interns.
• You will work closely with students, partner organisations, and our internal team to drive the Y.A.P project’s success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and establish partnerships with reputable organisations across Nigeria and Africa to offer internship opportunities to Y.A.P interns.
• Collaborate with HR officers of partner organisations to gain insights into industry skill requirements and trends.
• Align Y.A.P candidates’ aspirations, interests, and goals with specific industries to facilitate successful placements.
• Monitor and share weekly industry trends and insights through the D&R resource page.
• Publish open roles and internship vacancies on the Y.A.P job board.
• Track and report Y.A.P internship progress, ensuring both interns and organisations benefit from the experience.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with Y.A.P students, providing guidance and support throughout their placements.
• Ensure that students are matched with organisations that align with their values and promote a positive work culture.
• Develop mechanisms for follow-up, evaluation, and monitoring of student performance during work placements.
• Create guidelines and feedback mechanisms for partner companies to evaluate the Y.A.P project and provide insights for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Y.A.P students and the D&R team to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Devise strategies to promote and sustain the Y.A.P project within schools and partner organisations.
• Organise interactive sessions with students to enhance their awareness of essential soft skills and competencies required in the real world.
• Undertake additional responsibilities and tasks related to the Y.A.P project and Dixon & Ricks’ growth as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or related field.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, HR, career development, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian and African job markets and industry trends.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to develop and nurture relationships with partner organisations.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Passion for youth empowerment and development.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for communication and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.

Experience:

• 3-4 years in admin or HR support roles

Job Benefits
Working at Dixon & Ricks offers a range of compelling benefits that contribute to a fulfilling and impactful career experience. Here are some of the key benefits:

• Meaningful Impact
• Innovation
• Professional Growth
• Collaborative Culture
• Opportunity for Leadership
• Multifaceted Partnerships
• Positive Work Environment
• Flexibility
• Recognition and Rewards
• Contributing to Transformation.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2023.

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