Inspirational motivation training for improving the future employability of phased out project staff at ilra, pokhara, nepal

April 7, 2023 [email protected] 9851105671 1

TRAINING ON IMPROVING EMPLOYABILITY OF GIZ-ILRA PROJECT STAFF IN NEPAL

Event Supported byOxford Educational Consultancy

Ramrojob.com, Nepal

Sponsored byGIZ – ILRA in Nepal

Facilitated byDr C P Rijal

Associate Professor

August 6, 2013Pokhara, Nepal


The Context…

1. Your project is about to terminate and you are at a risk of being unemployed, for sometime.

2. More than us, GIZ is worried to retain you in the job market.

3. Our collective inputs will serve instrumental in retaining you on the jobs, even after the present project is terminated.


Why are we here today?

We have two-fold objective today:

1. Help you remain in the job market

2. Provide you with inspirational motivation as a productive human being.

That’s all; no big deal, just two things…

Phoolko aankhama...


General Ice-breaker1. You can…

Don’t run away from obstacles

2. But need to change yourself…

- The story of an Eagle

3. Remember, you are in the process of development today, so what?

Just watch it out…

Eagle on a change process

Hammer out obstacles

What is development?


The Contents1. Key problems in managing NGOs

2. General scenario of the present job market

3. Get in touch with the job market

4. Understand the existing employment processes

5. Prepare a good CV

6. Prepare for a job interviews

7. Communicate effectively in job interviews

8. Apply various stages of employment processes as a group event


Key problems in managing NGOs

1. Organizational Problems

1. Lack of strategic thinking

2. Inability to maintain external relationships

3. Individualism, fraud and corruption

4. Business like attitude of NGO leadership

2. Extra-organizational problems

1. Poor social attitude towards NGOs

2. Lack of effective governing policies


It has become very tough to survive in the job market today.

It has become even tougher for those who are not ready to give their

100% for it.So, what is the secret to make it a 100%?.

Just, positive attitude… nothing else.

Attitude is important


General scenario of the present job market

Civil service and national defense are the areas of attraction for many fresh graduates with traditional education

The graduates with applied education mostly go for private sector.

Social sector is unable to attract quality graduates at entry level jobs.

Social mobilizer is the job on highest offer as an entry level in social sector organizations.


General scenario of the present job market Community-based project supervisor or

coordinator is the job offered for the people who have gained experience in junior positions based in the communities.

Project manager positions are offered for more skilled, competent and mature people.

Nepotism, favorism, inclusion, diversity and empowerment also randomly affect the selection of right candidates almost in all sectors.


Unemployment in Nepal As of date, there is not a single and inclusive

study conducted in Nepal to trace the actual unemployment rate in the country.

Based on CBS, Nepal exploration of the unemployed labor workers seeking jobs, the average unemployment rate of Nepal is just 3%, do you believe it?

Neither any social sector organizations have traced it.


Recruitment in NGOs Mainly through three approaches –

1. referral or internal inventories,

2. external job opening, and

3. job outsourcing.


Factors influencing recruitment in NGOs Inclusion, equity, empowerment are the key

issues influencing the recruitment as a result of a big mass diverse population remaining out of mainstream.

Gender and disability are the primary determinants of today’s concern.

Caste-ethnicity, race, color, nationality, religion, marital status, veteran citizens, age, sexual orientation, etc. are other equally posing issues worldwide.


How can you get in touch with the job market1. Participate in exit interviews and termination

performance appraisal

2. Build a solid referral system for yourself

3. Be updated with newer developments in the communities

4. Explore opportunities with previous sponsor organizations

5. Send in unsolicited job applications to trusted organizations

6. Continue communicating with co-workers

7. Form a group of like-minded people and establish your own organization; ‘do not seek, create’


How can your organization move onto sustainability

1. Create long-term corporate and NGO partnerships for sustainable development.

2. Generate long-term sources or means of involvement.

3. Participate as an active institution for social reform.


Remember, remaining in job market today needs to transform your life first

I have 20 words for you to change your life

So simple words, right? Just simple action words does not mean the task behind them is

also simple!

It is complicated, very much complicated, you need to give 100% of your four dimensional energy! What

is that? Any guess?

20 words will change your life


Prepare a good CV

Why?

To provide first hand information about yourself to the potential employer.


Prepare a good CV

What?

Personal and professional identity instrumental in winning an impression before recruitment and selection.

Popularly known as Rèsumè or Resumè /rez-yoo-may/


Learning Agenda on Resumè

1. What is a Resumè ?

2. What are the main types of Resumè?

3. What should you include on a Resumè?


How long do you think an employer looks at each

Resumè?


The average employer looks at a resumebetween 10-15 seconds. This is the timethey decide to either KEEP IT or TOSS IT.


What is a Resumè ?

An advertisement selling a product….YOU!

Specifically your skills, experiences, attributes, and intensions.

First meeting between you and the employer.


Overall it’s your FIRST STEP towards employment.


Types of Resumès

Chronological Presents your education followed by our

work experience Ideal for people with extensive

experience and no gaps in work history Shows a steady job progression Works well for those obtaining a similar

position doing similar work Includes dates

Combo/Hybrid A balance between the functional and

chronological resume styles It highlights your skills, followed by a list

of relevant experience and education Works well for those with little formal

experience The most commonly used resume

Functional Highlights relevant skills and

accomplishments Used when you have a variety of

work experience Includes skills and no dates

What about

targeted

Resumè?


1. Header2. Objective and Personal Profile3. Education and Certification4. Professional Qualifications5. Skills and Attributes6. Employment and Volunteer Experience7. Statement of Accomplishments8. References

Sections of a General Resumè


What is it?

Barbara Barista

123 Whatever Street

Anywhere, B.C. A1A 1A1

Home: 604-555-2222 Cell: 778-888-8888

[email protected]

Yes, you are right. It is

the header.


What about this one?

I would like to be known as a

visionary leader in higher

education.An individual with strong

communication skills, high degree

of professional commitment,

recognized as friendly, motivated

and always welcomes challenge.

Capable, trustworthy, and dependable.


And this?PhD: School of Education, Kathmandu University, Nepal

(2004); Educational LeadershipMPhil: School of Education, Kathmandu University, Nepal

(2002); Educational Leadership MBA: Maastricht School of Management (MSM), The

Netherlands (1999); International Business and Corporate Communications.

BCom: Prithvinarayan Multiple Campus, Pokhara, Nepal (1996); Accounting

ICom: Birendranagar Multiple Campus, Surkhet, Nepal (1991); Finance

SLC: Amarjyoti Secondary School, Neware, Surkhet, Nepal (1987); Maths and Science


This One?Languages: Nepali, English, Hindi, French, German, Chinese

Computing: MS Office, MS Project, SPSS for Windows, Graphic design

Expertise: Project planning, development, M&E, higher education, R&D, management development

Hard Skills: Certified expert of computer networking

Soft Skills: Punctual, energetic, flexible, team-player, certified business communicator, computer networking trainer, English language teacher trainer.


What about this?

Good at team-based performance in context of diversity

Withstand situations requiring long working hours with hardwork in adversity

Possesses high degree of intuitive thinking about new situations and people


Is it also a section of a CV?January 2013 to till date: Associate Professor, School of Management Studies, Mid-Western University, Birendranagar, Surkhet

January 2000 to till date: university level teaching (BBA, MBA, MPhil and PhD) and academic research guidance (MBA, MPhil and PhD) in Nepal and abroad as a Faculty of Leadership, Marketing, Research, Organizational Behavior and Psychology, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Organizational Development and Change Management, Strategic Marketing Management, International Business and Corporate Communication.

April 2004 to May 2008: Academic Director at WhiteHouse Graduate School of Management, Kathmandu, Nepal.

June 2008 to December 2008: Director of Research Division, and Quality Assurance and Accreditation (QAA) Division at University Grants Commission (UGC)

December 1999 to till date: Freelance researcher and development partnerAugust 1995 to May 1998: Company Secretary, Senior Accountant and Personal Assistant of the Managing Director in an MNC, New Delhi.

January 1993 to March 1995: School Principal at Eagerbridge Secondary School, Birendranagar, Surkhet, Nepal.


Finally, what could it be?

Prof. Dr. Tanka Nath SharmaDean, School of Education, Kathmandu [email protected].: xxx zzz yyy

Prof. Dr. Padamlal DevkotaVice-ChancellorMid-Western University, [email protected].: ccc xxx zzz

Note: Additional references may be presented upon demand.

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Best

“Increased reported customer satisfaction rate by 20% by providing effective training for more than 15 new employees in a six month period.”

ACOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS

Better

“Trained more than 15 new employees over a six month period resulting in increased customer satisfaction.”

Good

“Trained new employees resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

OK “Trained new

employees.”


Individual Work

Take a sheet of paper and prepare an outline of your resume’ with description of the key

sections and submit to the training facilitator


Follow up activity

Now, the experts will perform your CV check and recommend for changes


Existing employment processes The process of selection in civil service and national

defense is based on defined system. The selection in private sector is more based on

kinship. Social sector has maintained image for more

systematic and practical approach of selection. You may have to go through a number of steps

including initial application screening, cognitive and behavioral tests, interviews, referral checks, job-based demonstrations, test of team work skills, or head hunting without any tests if your competence is publicly appreciated.


Group Event of Recruitment and Selection Process

Follow the instructions of the facilitator to these games:

Game 1: Person-job-fitness (paper airplanes)

Game 2: Recruitment and selection process (travelling on the train)

Game 3: Appreciative inquiry leads you to the success (Move on only ‘yes’ or ‘no’)


Prepare for a job interview

Be guided by a four-folder philosophy…

Follow the next presentation on ‘four things are very important in life…’ to know about this philosophy.

Four things are very important in life


Prepare for a job interview…

1. Know the organization, its people, and scope of business. How?

2. Groom your personality and outfit. Any tips?

3. Arrange your original documents. What are they?

4. Practice positive and convincing communication. How?

5. Arrive right in time? How much time in advance?

6. Respect the structural sets, people and process. When?

7. Respond with patience, persistence and perspiration. Why need to bother?

8. Try to leave an impression why you should be selected. Plan for it.


Prepare for a job interview

Even if you fail, do not be afraid of it because it is the paradox of times…

Paradox of our times


Communication techniques for job interviews

1. Attend with pleasing personal grooming

2. Read the structural outsets and people

3. Be tactful in giving and receiving respect

4. Show fair amount of body language

5. Try to prove your verbal ability

6. Apply critico-active communication

7. Be positive, even while saying ‘no’; appreciate others’ views before sharing your argument

8. Be wise to tell the truth

9. Be straight forward; do not mull the things

10. Be careful while talking about your strengths and weaknesses

11. Do not ask any controversial question, if a chance is given


If you got a job again, act as a professional…

By maintaining a balance between work and life

Balancing work and life


Can this termination be an opportunity for you?

A group think activity followed by short presentation

Note:

Instructions will be provided on the floor of training itself.


Why you should not regret on losing this job?

Think yourself at least five ways how you will promote yourself better than what you are at present:

1. ______________________________________

2. ______________________________________

3. ______________________________________

4. ______________________________________

5. ______________________________________


Any questions?

Please ask…


Any appreciations?

Apprehend please…


At least three things that you have learnt today:

1. ______________________________________

2. ______________________________________

3. ______________________________________


Given an opportunity, the training programs you are interested to participate in future:

1. ______________________________________

2. ______________________________________

3. ______________________________________


Areas of improvement of this training?

Please suggest…


What about your self-commitment?

Please bond it…


Where do you visualize yourself in next five years?

Please make a vision


My closing remarks

You all made the day delightful! Please keep it up!

Just watch it for a few minutes…Most used one

through ten-letter words

Man is ready to sell the god, if found to