Employer Engagement Consultant RFP

About African Bridge Network

African Bridge Network (ABN) is dedicated to building a supportive community that values and strengthens the qualifications and experiences of Africans and other skilled immigrants, facilitating their full career potential. ABN is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.

ABN is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Project Overview

Organization: African Bridge Network (ABN)

Location: Virtual, Massachusetts

Duration: 3 – 6 months

African Bridge Network (ABN) is searching for an independent consultant to fill the position of Employer Engagement Specialist on a 3- to 6-month contract basis. This specialist will be critical in building our network of employers interested in collaborating with ABN to host qualified and employment-eligible skilled immigrant professionals in Massachusetts through our Immigrant Professional Fellowship Program and Career Advising Services.

Scope of Work

Research and Identify Potential Employer Partners:

- Conduct research to identify potential employers aligned with ABN’s mission.
- Focus on industries such as healthcare, finance, and the life sciences.
- Engage prospective employers interested in hiring or hosting qualified and employment-eligible immigrant professionals.

Program Promotion:

- Create marketing and outreach plans to interact with various employer categories.
- Oversee the creation of recruitment materials.
- Emphasize the advantages of hosting Fellows or recruiting skilled and employment-eligible immigrant professionals, focusing on talent, community participation, and diversity.
- Use various recruitment strategies, such as information sessions or Chamber of Commerce presentations.
- Collaborate with the ABN marketing team to promote the Immigrant Professional Fellowship Program across several social media.

Negotiation and Agreement:

- Assist the ABN team in negotiating contracts with prospective employer partners.
- Ensure that collaborations are mutually beneficial to both ABN and employer partners.

Record Keeping and Reporting:

- Establish and keep detailed records of all contacts, contracts, and discussions with employment partners.
- Provide ABN Executive Director with scheduled progress reports.
- Collect input from employer partners that may be utilized to improve employer recruiting efforts.

Deliverables

Recruit six employers from at least two targeted industries – healthcare, finance, and the life sciences.
A marketing campaign with specific procedures for engaging Massachusetts employers about qualified and employment-eligible skilled immigrants.
Marketing materials for employer recruiting, including a pitch deck.
A guide to employer partner negotiation
Recommendation for improving ABN’s ability to engage more employer partners.

Qualifications

Proven experience building and maintaining relationships with employers, industry associations, and community organizations.
Experience with Program and business development.
Strong communication, networking, and negotiation skills.
Passion for promoting diversity, inclusion, and immigrant empowerment.
Knowledge of the Massachusetts job market and familiarity with healthcare, finance, and life sciences industries.

Project Budget

To be negotiated.

How to Submit Your Proposal

If you are a proactive, results-driven individual passionate about empowering skilled immigrants and building meaningful partnerships, we invite you to submit your proposal.

Please send your proposal and resume/bio to Emmanuel Owusu, the Executive Director, at: Emmanuel@africanbn.org.