YPSA invites applications from qualified, competent, and enthusiastic Bangladeshi nationals for the following position under the Empowering and Accelerating Resilience for NEETs Growth (EARN) Project, implemented by the Department of Youth Development under the Ministry of Youth and Sports, funded by Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, and in partnership with Save the Children.

Job Title: Upazila Job Placement Officer, EARN Project

No. of Position: 05

Job Location: Banshkhali Upazila/Sitakunda Upazila/Mirsharai Upazila of Chittagong district/Moheshkhali upazila/Ramu Upazila of Cox’s Bazar district.

Duration: 24 months

Supervisor: Upazila Manager

Purpose: The Upazila Job Placement Officer will play a key role in supporting post-training employment outcomes for youth participating in vocational training programs under the EARN Project. S/he will be responsible for identifying wage and self-employment opportunities, building strong linkages with private sector employers, and facilitating career guidance, internships, apprenticeships, and job placement services. The officer will also engage in labor market analysis to support sustainable employment and enterprise development strategies for project beneficiaries. Candidates with direct experience in job placement for vocational graduates will be prioritized.

Key Responsibilities

Employment Linkage & Coordination

Identify potential employers, industries, and enterprises—including those near EPZs, EZs, HTPs, STPs, and IZs—that can offer employment or internships to vocational training graduates.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with private sector employers, trade associations, chambers of commerce, and sector experts.
Facilitate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) or placement agreements with employers to secure placement and internship opportunities.
Act as a liaison between training centers and employers to align graduate profiles with labor market demands.

Job Placement Services

Conduct individualized support sessions for graduates, including career counseling, CV/resume preparation, job application assistance, and interview preparation.
Organize and facilitate job matching activities, employer-learner meetings, and interview sessions.
Track graduate employment status and maintain up-to-date placement records in the MIS system.
Provide post-placement follow-up support to both employers and placed graduates to ensure retention and satisfaction.

Labor Market Analysis

Conduct localized labor market assessments to identify skill gaps, employment trends, and opportunities beyond traditional trades.
Gather insights from private sector stakeholders on emerging job roles, industry-specific skill requirements, and potential for self-employment.
Feed labor market data into project planning and curriculum adjustment proc

Events and Engagements

Plan and organize local and district-level job fairs, career expos, and entrepreneurship conferences in collaboration with the Upazila Manager and DYD.
Mobilize participation of employers, sector specialists, and other stakeholders in employment promotion events.
Support exposure visits, networking sessions, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing graduate-employer engagement.

Mentorship and Career Guidance

Provide structured mentorship to graduates during and after their training period.
Support graduates in exploring career paths, setting employment goals, and developing soft skills required in the workplace.
Promote self-confidence, adaptability, and professionalism among trainees through career development workshops and mock interview sessions.

Quality, Safeguarding, and Accountability

Ensure activities comply with Child safeguarding, PSEA and accountability policies and procedures of the organization.
Promote meaningful participation of young women and ensure activities are inclusive and culturally appropriate.
Support community feedback mechanisms and follow up on issues raised by participants.

Gender – Roles & Responsibilities:

Supporting the supervisor to ensure positive working environment for women and men.
Supporting the supervisor to ensure a workplace free of any types of discrimination and identity-based violence.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration (preferably with a major in Management), Development Studies, or other relevant fields.
Minimum 5 years of experience in youth employment promotion, job placement, or private sector engagement, with at least 2 years focused on vocational training graduates.
Proven track record of successfully facilitating wage employment, internships, or apprenticeships in coordination with industries and enterprises.
Strong understanding of labor market trends, private sector hiring practices, and skills demand.
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and communication skills.
Proficiency in data management, documentation, and reporting tools (including online MIS systems).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic field environment.
Fluency in Bangla and working knowledge of English.

Core Competencies and Skills

Proven expertise in employment linkage and job placement, including identifying potential employers, establishing partnerships, and facilitating job placements or internships for vocational training graduates.
Strong knowledge of labor market dynamics, private sector hiring practices, emerging job roles, and skills demand in job industries.
Competency in building and maintaining relationships with employers, trade associations, chambers of commerce, and sector specialists to secure employment opportunities.
Experience in facilitating MoUs, job placement agreements to ensure graduate employability.
Ability to provide individualized career guidance, including CV/resume preparation, interview coaching, job application support, and post-placement follow-up.
Skills in organizing job matching activities, employer meetings, interviews, job fairs, career expos, and other employment promotion events.
Proficiency in monitoring, documentation, and reporting, including maintaining placement records and tracking employment outcomes in MIS systems.
Strong facilitation, networking, and interpersonal skills to engage employers, graduates, and stakeholders effectively.
Knowledge of safeguarding, Child Protection, PSEA, and accountability standards, ensuring compliance in all employment and engagement activities.
Commitment to gender equality, fostering a safe, inclusive, and discrimination-free workplace for women and men.
Fluency in Bangla (verbal and written) with working knowledge of English; ability to communicate professionally with diverse stakeholders.

Core Values

Strong commitment to gender equality, youth empowerment, and safeguarding principles.
Respect for community-led approaches and cultural sensitivity.
Accountability, teamwork, and problem-solving mindset.

Monthly Consolidated Salary: BDT 21,667/-

If you are interested and competent for this position and have the required qualifications and experience applicants are requested to submit their application along with all required documents, addressed to the Founder & Chief Executive, at the YPSA Head Office, House# F 10 (P), Road# 13, Block-B, Chandgaon R/A, Chattogram 4212 by 26 July 2026, either by post, courier, or by hand in the designated submission box.

YPSA Human Resource Management & Development and Admin Department.

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