Job Developer
Skilled Trades Licensing and Employment Program
- Hybrid
- 6 Weeks
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About the Syrian Canadian Foundation
Founded in January 2016 in response to Canada’s commitment to resettle Syrian
refugees, the Syrian Canadian Foundation (SCF) helps newcomers of diverse
backgrounds build the connections, skills and opportunities they need to thrive. Our
mission is to accelerate newcomers’ ability to thrive within Canadian communities and
create a lasting, positive impact in the lives of those we welcome.
About the Program
The Skilled Trades Licensing and Employment Program supports refugees in Ontario
with prior skilled trades experience to obtain required licences, secure meaningful
employment, or pursue self-employment. The program provides:
- Professional language training to strengthen business and trade-specific English.
- Pre-employment safety training and access to certifications that support job readiness.
- One-to-one credentials support and exam preparation for Red Seal or Certificate of Qualification exams.
- Tailored employment support, job matching, mentorship, and business start-up guidance.
- Needs-based wraparound support and referrals that promote long-term success.
Position Summary
SCF is seeking a results-oriented Job Developer to lead employer outreach and job
matching for the Skilled Trades Licensing and Employment Program. The role combines
employer engagement, participant intake, job-readiness support, placement follow-up,
and one-to-one guidance for participants pursuing self-employment.
The successful candidate will bring practical knowledge of Ontario’s skilled trades
sector and established relationships with employers and industry professionals. They
will work closely with employers, community partners, and participants to create
sustainable employment and self-employment opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with skilled trades employers and industry
partners through phone, email, and in-person outreach. - Identify employment opportunities, develop job descriptions, negotiate placement terms, and match qualified participants with employers.
- Conduct participant intake and screening and collaborate with the program team
to develop individualized employment or self-employment plans. - Provide one-to-one guidance to participants pursuing self-employment, including
support with business setup, basic tax information, marketing, and customer service. - Facilitate job-search and employment-readiness workshops and coordinate
language and training logistics. - Monitor placements and follow up with participants and employers to address challenges and support long-term success.
- Track attendance, placements, employer relationships, participant feedback, and other program outcomes.
- Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports for funders and internal teams.
Qualifications and Skills
- Demonstrated success in job development, employment services, employer relations, and placing clients in employment.
- Experience working within the skilled trades sector and a strong understanding of Ontario’s skilled trades landscape, employment trends, and labour-market needs.
- An established network of skilled trades employers, industry professionals, and newcomers currently working in the trades.
- Strong networking, relationship-building, outreach, negotiation, diplomacy, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience facilitating meetings, feedback sessions, briefings, and small-group workshops.
- Strong time-management, organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with program staff, employers, funders, community partners, and participants.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Drive, Docs, and Sheets. CRM experience is an asset; training will be provided.
- Availability during regular business hours and the ability to travel across the Greater Toronto Area for in-person meetings.
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting refugees, newcomers, racialized communities, or other equity-deserving groups.
- Experience guiding clients through business start-up, marketing, customer service, or other self-employment support.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter that clearly addresses:
- Your record of successfully helping participants secure employment, including the number of clients you have previously placed.
- The strength and relevance of your employer network.
- Your experience working with Ontario’s skilled trades sector.
Applications that do not include this information may not be considered.
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Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Equity and Accommodation
SCF is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome
applications from members of equity-deserving groups, and persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any stage of
the selection process.