On January 30, Junior Achievement will host an event to help employers address the skills gap and will showcase its latest project.
Employers looking to attract young people to their organisation are invited to the launch of ‘Just the Job’, a new project being run by Junior Achievement Isle of Man (JA).
Junior Achievement
At the heart of this initiative is the soon to be launched website, which has been specifically designed to help employers connect with young people aged 14 to 25 who are looking for work or volunteering opportunities.
Thanks to funding and practical support from the Z Zurich Foundation, the charity will be able to run this project for the next three years.
Employers can sign up to attend the free launch event on January 30 at the Palace Hotel where the charity will showcase how the website will help employers to connect with young people.
To register for a ticket please contact suecook@jaiom.im or visit www.jaiom.im/latest/just-the-job-launch.
Just The Job
Sue Cook, JA IOM’s Chief Executive, said: “Just The Job aims to fill a void by showcasing careers opportunities for under 25s on the Isle of Man, and contributing to solving the skills gap experienced by many local employers.
“During extensive research, JA has established that young people need much more support to identify local employment and apprenticeship opportunities.
Sue Cook, JA IOM’s Chief Executive
“One headline statistic we found is that 80% stated they would not apply for a job if they did not understand the job description – this demonstrates the need for more effective communication between young people and employers.”
The new website will feature:
- 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
In addition, the website will encourage local organisations to sign up to become ‘Youth Champion Employers’ which – as the name suggests – will be those employers which are going the extra mile to support young employees.
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