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SayPro Job Description: Career Development Coach.
Email: info@saypro.online Call/WhatsApp: + 27 84 313 7407
SayPro is a Global Solutions Provider working with Individuals, Governments, Corporate Businesses, Municipalities, International Institutions. SayPro works across various Industries, Sectors providing wide range of solutions.
Position: Career Development Coach
Department: Career Services
Reports To: Career Development Program Manager
Location: [Insert Location or Remote]
Position Overview:
The Career Development Coach will play a pivotal role in supporting participants to achieve their career goals. By providing personalized guidance, actionable feedback, and structured steps, the coach helps participants refine their professional paths and job search strategies. A critical component of this role is assisting participants in leveraging networking and mentorship opportunities to further their careers, particularly by connecting them to the SayPro alumni network and the broader professional community.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Career Coaching and Counseling:
- Personalized Coaching Sessions:
- Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions to help participants identify their career goals, refine their job search strategies, and address challenges they may face in their career journeys.
- Offer actionable steps and insights into areas such as resume development, job search tactics, professional branding, and skill development.
- Goal Setting and Strategy Development:
- Assist participants in setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals that align with their career aspirations.
- Provide ongoing support and guidance in refining strategies to ensure progress towards career goals.
2. Networking and Mentoring:
- Engage with the SayPro Alumni Network:
- Encourage participants to actively engage with the SayPro alumni network as a resource for networking, mentorship, and career guidance.
- Help participants understand the value of alumni connections and how to approach alumni for advice, job opportunities, or mentorship.
- Expand Professional Networks:
- Guide participants in expanding their networks by connecting with professionals in their field of interest, leveraging LinkedIn, industry events, and social media platforms.
- Provide advice on how to initiate and nurture professional relationships, ensuring that networking efforts are intentional and beneficial.
- Identify Mentorship Opportunities:
- Assist participants in finding appropriate mentors within the SayPro alumni network or broader professional community who can provide ongoing career guidance.
- Teach participants how to approach mentors for advice, feedback, and support, emphasizing the importance of mutual value in the mentor-mentee relationship.
- Mentoring for Career Growth:
- Offer guidance on how participants can be proactive in seeking out and maintaining mentoring relationships, both formal and informal, that contribute to long-term career success.
3. Career Development Resources:
- Job Search and Application Strategies:
- Offer advice on effective job search strategies, such as customizing resumes and cover letters, navigating job boards, and using professional networks to uncover hidden job opportunities.
- Provide insights into industry trends, job market dynamics, and ways to position oneself for the most promising career opportunities.
- Professional Branding:
- Help participants develop and enhance their personal brands, focusing on how to present themselves to potential employers through resumes, LinkedIn profiles, portfolios, and other professional platforms.
4. Interview Preparation and Mock Interviews:
- Interview Coaching:
- Provide mock interview opportunities to help participants practice common and role-specific interview questions.
- Offer feedback on their responses, communication skills, and overall presentation during mock interviews, ensuring they are well-prepared for real-world interview scenarios.
- Tailored Interview Strategies:
- Customize interview preparation based on participants’ industries and specific job roles, offering industry-specific tips, strategies, and advice for excelling in interviews.
5. Skill Enhancement and Development:
- Identify Skills Gaps:
- Assess participants’ skills and help identify any gaps that may hinder their career progression.
- Provide recommendations for professional development, including courses, certifications, or online resources to enhance their capabilities and make them more competitive in the job market.
- Continuous Learning Encouragement:
- Promote lifelong learning and encourage participants to continually expand their knowledge through ongoing professional development.
6. Ongoing Evaluation and Feedback:
- Monitor Progress:
- Regularly evaluate participants’ progress and provide actionable feedback to help them stay on track with their career goals.
- Offer personalized suggestions for refining job applications, improving interview skills, and developing new strategies to maximize career success.
- Provide Constructive Criticism:
- Offer clear and actionable feedback on career-related materials, such as resumes and cover letters, and give specific guidance on how participants can improve them.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in career coaching, mentoring, or a related field.
- Experience facilitating professional networking and mentoring programs, with a strong understanding of how to build, nurture, and leverage professional relationships.
- Certifications:
- Career coaching certification (e.g., Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC), International Coach Federation (ICF), or equivalent) is a plus.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with participants.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to provide clear, actionable guidance.
- Deep understanding of professional networking, career development strategies, and mentorship principles.
- Proficiency with career-related tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, resume builders, job boards) and virtual coaching platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position (Remote or On-Site, depending on location).
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed based on participant availability and program requirements.
- Competitive salary based on experience, with potential for performance-based incentives.
Why Join SayPro?
At SayPro, we are passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential. As a Career Development Coach, you will have the unique opportunity to guide participants toward achieving their career goals by connecting them with valuable networking and mentorship opportunities. If you are driven to make a difference and support others in their professional journeys, we invite you to apply and join our team!
SayPro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
- Neftaly Malatjie | CEO | SayPro
- Email: info@saypro.online
- Call: + 27 84 313 7407
- Website: www.saypro.online
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