The Program Associate – Industry Engagement will support industry engagement and career transition activities across ITIs and vocational training institutes in Ernakulam and surrounding districts. The role will work closely with institutes, employers, industry partners, government stakeholders and Quest Alliance teams to support young people in accessing employment, apprenticeships, self-employment and other livelihood opportunities. This is an execution-focused role requiring positive communication, coordination, relationship-building and follow-through.

Key Responsibilities

1. Industry & Employer Engagement
Support in identifying employers, industry associations and other potential partners relevant to ITI and vocational learners.
Reach out to employers and support the team in building and maintaining relationships.
Collect information on entry-level jobs, apprenticeships and other opportunities suitable for learners.
Coordinate employer interactions, industry visits, job fairs, recruitment drives and career events.
Follow up with employers on opportunities,



schedules and learner participation.
Maintain updated employer contact details and engagement records.

2. Institute & Career Transition Support
Work with ITIs and vocational institutes to support career transition and placement-related activities.
Coordinate with Placement Officers, trainers and institute teams for employer outreach and learner engagement.
Support career exposure sessions, employer interactions, apprenticeship opportunities and recruitment activities.
Assist institutes in maintaining placement, employer and alumni information.
Encourage and support institute teams to take greater ownership of employer engagement and placement activities.

3. Labour Market & Stakeholder Coordination
Support the team in gathering information on local industries, employment opportunities and emerging sectors.
Develop working relationships with relevant local employers, industry networks, government stakeholders an

📌 Program Associate- Industry Engagement (India)
🏢 Quest Alliance
📍 India