Employer Engagement Officer

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title: Employer Engagement Officer

Location: St. John’s, NL

Position Type: 1 full-time position until March 31, 2025 with possibility of extension pending budget availability and satisfactory performance

Closing date: Until filled

Reporting to the Director of Employment Services, the Employer Engagement Officer, for the recruitment of newcomer employees, will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with employers to facilitate the successful placement of newcomers into the labour force. The incumbent will work closely with employers, career practitioners, and newcomer clients to address employment challenges as well as promote diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Employer Relationship Building:

• Identify and establish partnerships with local employers


• Collaborate with community organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to identify potential employer partners

• Conduct outreach and networking activities to build a network of employers and promote hiring newcomers

• Maintain ongoing communications and relationships with employers to better understand hiring needs and challenges

• Attend job fairs, networking events, workshops, conferences, and community events to establish new connections and partnerships

• Stay informed about labour market trends, newcomer integration programs, and best practices in recruitment, retention, and employer engagement

Job Matching and Placement Process:

• Collaborate with Career Practitioners to better understand the skills, qualifications, and career goals of newcomer clients

• Through Career Practitioners, match suitable newcomer candidates with job opportunities in the network of employers


• Work closely with employers and Career Practitioners to ensure a smooth hiring process


• Work with Career Practitioners to help in the placement of clients in available internships or wage subsidy work placements

Employer Education:

• Through the Manager, Employer Engagement, be part of the team that:
  
  
  
  • Delivers information sessions and training to employers on diversity and inclusionary practices, cultural sensitivity, and the benefits of hiring newcomer employees
  
  
  • Offers support and resources to employers to help them create inclusive work environments
  
  
  • Educate potential employers about the value, experiences, and skills that newcomer employees bring to the workforce
  
  
  • Organizes and hosts information sessions, webinars, and workshops to promote understanding and best practices for integrating newcomers into the workforce
  
  
  
  

Data Tracking and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of employer interactions and job openings to share with the teams

• Generate reports and analytics on placement success stories, employer engagement, and other relevant metrics

• Maintain all relevant case management databases in collaboration with the Manager and the team of Career Practitioners 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and 2-5 years of experience in the training and development space


• Experience coordinating and delivering projects and engaging with stakeholders


• Highly developed interpersonal skills including excellent relationship management skills; ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner with stakeholders at all levels; clients, vendors, colleagues and executives


• Experience facilitating meetings and making compelling presentations


• Research skills and trending analysis


• Self-starter with project management, organizational, and record-keeping skills


• Excellent communication skills, including writing and speaking


• Strong analytical, metrics, and reporting background


• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

Conditions of Employment:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada 


• Flexible to work outside of core hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm)


• Valid class 5 NL driver’s license and daily access to a reliable vehicle is required


• Some travel may be required


• Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

How to Apply

Please upload a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/214

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.