Freelance Global Outplacement Coach

Careerminds; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global outplacement service provider is seeking a Career Development Consultant to provide job search consulting to participants. This hybrid role requires expertise in career development, a strong grasp of virtual coaching, and excellent interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and must be self-motivated. Competitive contract opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of business experience and understanding of organizational structures.
• Must have a high-speed internet connection and be comfortable using technology.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport with participants to motivate them.
• Guide participants through coaching and milestone completion.
• Coach on résumé writing and effective marketing techniques.

Skills

Career Development expertise

Excellent communication skills

Virtual coaching delivery

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Instant messenger tools

Job description

THE COMPANY

Careerminds, a Career.io brand, is a leading global provider of virtual business-to-business outplacement services. Recognized as an Inc. 5000 “fastest-growing private company” for the past 3 years, Careerminds delivers a people + technology approach that is differentiated in our industry space. We have a strong global presence, competing in major markets around the world. And we are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive, inspirational, and innovative work environment. Come grow with us!

THE ROLE

Responsible for providing effective career development and job search consulting to Careerminds outplacement participants on an individual and/or group basis as directed.

This is a hybrid, 1099 contract role.

THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes rapport with participants and motivates them to achieve goals.
• Guides participants through the coaching process and milestone completion.
• Advises and coaches on career development, transition issues, and career options.
• Coaches on résumé writing, effective marketing techniques, interviewing, and negotiating.
• Documents the service delivery record in the Career Management System (CMS) for each employee serviced, according to our pre- and post-engagement guidelines.
• Deliver other transition-related programs at the direction of a Manager.

THE MUST-HAVES

• Expertise in Career Development including Career Planning, branding, resume development, interviewing, networking, social networking, internet job search, etc.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of business experience and understanding of organizational structures, cultures, and decision-making processes.
• Expertise in virtual coaching delivery, and savvy with technology.
• A high-speed internet connection on a personal computer with reliable audio/video will be required. Must be comfortable using video conferencing tools, instant messenger tools (such as slack) and booking links.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Excellent capacity to work with a wide variety of individuals from varied educational and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Excellent listener; must possess strong empathy and sensitivity to emotional reactions.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed.

THE NICE-TO-HAVES

• Bachelor's Degree, specialized certifications, and/or higher degrees

At Career.io, we believe that diversity in thought and cultural background leads to better teams and stronger companies. We seek talented, qualified employees, regardless of race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Talent Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Come join our team. Together, we’ll help others tell their career stories and land their dream jobs.