More than 100 delegates from the private, public and third sectors attended the launch event for a new website ‘Just The Job’ which is designed to help employers attract young people aged 14 to 25.
The website will go live in the next few weeks and is the result of a Junior Achievement Isle of Man (JA) project that’s supported by the Z Zurich Foundation.
Following extensive research by JA which explored the challenges facing young people and employers, the site has been specifically designed to fill a void by showcasing careers opportunities for under 25s in the Isle of Man.
It aims to help solve the skills gap experienced by many local employers.
Just The Job
JA Chief Executive Sue Cook opened the launch event with a presentation about the purpose of the website, including an overview of its many useful functions and user-friendly design.
She thanked everyone who had supported the project, in particular the Z Zurich Foundation which has ensured JA can run the site for the next three years.
She also urged employers to provide ‘Industry Expert’ profiles about careers in different sectors, and to consider becoming a ‘Community Partner’ or pursue sponsorship opportunities for businesses to promote their companies as an ‘employer of choice’.
Guide
Rhian O’Leary – Account Manager for www.justthejob.im – gave a step-by-step guide which showed how quick and easy the site is to use for employers and jobseekers.
Her presentation included a detailed guide to the site’s main features which include:
- Current vacancies including part-time, full-time, internships, summer jobs, volunteering and apprenticeship opportunities;
- Practical tips and hint such as how to improve job interview skills, plus advice on writing covering letters and CVs;
- Information about IOM industries and employment sectors and careers events;
- A free CV builder;
- The opportunity to take part in a mock interview programme;
- Advice about how to start a business.
Speaking after the launch event, Sue Cook said: “We’re delighted with response today which builds on the positive feedback we have received from employers and young people since day one of this project.
“We’re in the process of making the final checks and tweaks to the Just The Job website with the aim of it going live in early February.”
JA Chief Executive Sue Cook
In the next few weeks JA will be announcing more news about the Just The Job project on their Facebook and LinkedIn channels.
Employers interested in sponsorship, community partnership and other opportunities should email justthejob@jaiom.im
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