Training Dates:

Wednesday, June 10th & Thursday, June 11th

Wednesday, June 17th & Thursday, June 18th

Wednesday, June 24th & Thursday, June 25th

Time: 9:30am-12:00pm 

Format: Virtual on Zoom

This is virtual training is designed to strengthen the capacity of job developers and other employment service provider staff by equipping them with advanced strategies and practical tools to successfully engage employers. The goal is to help participants move beyond job placements and toward building long-term, strategic partnerships with employers across various industries. Through interactive learning, case studies, and simulation exercises, participants will develop the skills needed to effectively position job seekers as valuable assets to the workforce. 

TNGCS and First Work have come together to offer this training in response to a growing need within the Integrated Employment Service (IES) sector to shift from transactional job placement models to more relationship-driven, employer-informed approaches to be successful at meeting  Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Recognizing the evolving landscape of work, the new IES model, employer expectations, and the barriers many job seekers face, both organizations are committed to supporting Job Developers in becoming trusted workforce development partners for employers and job seekers. This training is part of a broader effort to drive sustainable employment outcomes and bridge the gap between job seekers and inclusive employment opportunities. 

Whether you are new to employer engagement or looking to refine your approach or skills, this training offers actionable insights and frameworks to enhance your effectiveness and deepen your employer relationships techniques from transactional job development to partnership and stakeholdership. 

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of the training, participants will be able to: 

• Understand the core principles of employer engagement and the evolving role of the job developer and frontline staff who prepare job seekers to succeed in the world of work. 

• Identify employer hiring pain points and tailor solutions to meet workforce needs. 

• Apply effective outreach techniques and relationship-building strategies. 

• Conduct needs assessments and develop industry-specific engagement plans. 

• Craft compelling Employer Value Propositions (EVPs) that resonate with businesses. 

• Implement retention strategies and tools to maintain long-term employer partnerships. 

• Negotiate job placements and foster sustained employer commitments. 

Target Audience 

This training is ideal for: 

• Job Developers and Employment Consultants 

• Workforce Development Professionals 

• Employer Engagement Specialists 

• Career Counsellors and Coaches