Business and Community Liaison - ENRICH

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Business & Community Liaison to enhance newcomer attraction and retention in rural communities. This pivotal role involves developing strategic partnerships, promoting local resources, and coordinating services to support newcomers. You will engage with various stakeholders, conduct needs assessments, and facilitate workshops to empower participants. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering inclusivity and workforce development, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the lives of newcomers in British Columbia and Yukon.

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Knowledge of labor market trends and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Stakeholder Engagement Plan for newcomer support.
• Build strategic relationships with employers and community partners.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Relationship Building

Labor Market Insights

Project Management

Marketing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

PMIS

Social Media Platforms

Job description

The Business & Community Liaison develops and implements a Stakeholder Engagement Plan to enhance newcomer attraction and retention in rural and remote communities across British Columbia and Yukon (BCY). This role focuses on building strategic relationships with employers and community partners, promoting local resources and labor market insights, and coordinating services to support newcomers in adapting and thriving in these regions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Community Liaison

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with agencies, businesses, employers, and stakeholders in rural BC and Yukon.
• Develop and execute engagement plans, including coordinating events and promoting the program at employment-related activities.
• Conduct employer needs assessments to identify opportunities and gaps, staying informed about labor market updates.
• Collaborate with researchers, staff, and stakeholders to enhance project effectiveness and participate in PAC advisory committee meetings.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of community and employer contacts, employment opportunities, and client records in PMIS.

Marketing and Communications

• Collaborate with the Training Group’s Marketing team to create promotional materials and increase program visibility.
• Recruit and connect with employers to create job opportunities for newcomers and support local workforce development.
• Enhance the program’s social media presence and track engagement activities to evaluate outreach effectiveness.

Project Delivery

• Build employer relationships to create job opportunities and conduct client needs assessments to evaluate eligibility and job readiness.
• Facilitate workshops, informational sessions, and cohort-based training on skills development and labor market information (LMI).
• Coordinate employer-partnered activities, including guest speaker events, mock interviews, and hiring fairs.
• Support participants in accessing work experiences, job shadowing, and direct placements, while maintaining updated LMI for each region.
• Assist employers with onboarding and tailored training programs, monitor participant progress, and maintain detailed records of activities.

Additional Information

• Facilitate online class sessions as needed and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Participate in the Training Group’s Quality Management System (ISO9001:2015) to ensure quality standards.