The incumbent government has taken more than a few steps to make the citizens of Pakistan self-sufficient through multiple programmes, such as PM Imran Khan’s Kamyab Jawan Programme. The initiative was launched to provide people, especially youth, with skill development training in order to make them qualified for better job opportunities. These efforts will then in return reflect on the economic development of the country. Quite recently, the government has launched another programme, “National Employment Exchange Tool aka NEXT,” under Kamyab Jawan Programme to provide job seekers with a reliable national job portal where they can connect with employers, based on their skill set.
What Is NEXT?
National Employment Exchange Tool (NEXT) is a job portal launched by the Federal Government through the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) where skilled job seekers can find jobs matching their talents and requirements. Youth can find jobs in the government, overseas and private sectors by using filters or combing through all the jobs available. Different government departments and private organizations are registered at the portal and the list will continue to grow.
The NEXT programme not only helps job seekers in finding a job but also serves as a platform where employers can also connect with potential candidates. Being a national portal, NEXT is a credible and reliable platform to facilitate both employers and job seekers free of cost.
How does NEXT Work?
It is a user-friendly portal for job seekers as well as employers. Designed for job seekers, the portal has all the features found in premium private job portals. The employers just need to advertise the open vacancy at their organization and it will be visible to all the job seekers. The job seekers need to register at the portal and they will be able to use the following features completely free of any charges.
- The applicants can build their resumes outlining their skills, expertise and achievements
- The applicants can select from a number of skills already present in the system
- The portal allows both the job seeker and employer to share information to their social media accounts
Registration Process OF NEXT
Since the utility of the portal is for employers as well as applicants looking for jobs, they both need to register and the registration process is slightly different for each of the parties. Let’s take a look at how employers and job hunters can get themselves registered.
Job Seeker Registration Process
Follow the following steps to register on the portal and be eligible to apply for the job of your interest.
Step 1: Open www.jobs.gov.pk on your web browser.
Step 2: Click on the “Job Seeker” button present on the top right corner of the page and then click register on the next page.
Step 3: Enter your mobile number and click next. You will receive a 4-digit code via SMS which you will need to enter at the next step.
Step 4: Enter your National Identity Card Number and add the 4-digit code you received via SMS and click next.
Step 5: Fill out the required fields by providing the correct information about your education, experience and personal information. Once done, click next to use the portal and apply for jobs matching your skills.
Employer Registration Process
Here are a few easy steps to register your organization on the portal and get connected with skilled potential candidates.
Step 1: Open www.jobs.gov.pk on your web browser.
Step 2: Click on the “Employer” button present on the top right corner of the page and then click register on the next page.
Step 3: Open your email account and click on the validation which will redirect you to the registration page.
Step 4: Using your email and password, log in at the NEXT portal.
Step 5: Fill out the required information about your organization and click the save button.
Step 6: You will receive a call from the NEXT call centre which will confirm your registration.
Here are some additional details:
Contact Number: 0800-88866, +92 51 9205817
Address: Plot No 38, Kirthar Road, H-9/4, Islamabad, Pakistan
Email Address: navttcjobplacement@gmail.com
Website: https://www.jobs.gov.pk/
About Kamyab Jawan Programme
Prime Minister Imran Khan’s vision to empower the youth to improve their lifestyle and contribute better towards the economic development of the country. To achieve this, the Kamyab Jawan Programme was launched by the government to educate, employ and engage youth and open the doors of socio-economic empowerment for them. Among the objectives of this programme are the promotion of programmes focusing on youth’s social empowerment and promote formal and informal training, technical, vocational, digital and digital skills in youth.
Here is a list of schemes and programmes that are part of the Kamyab Jawan Programme.
- Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme
- Startup Pakistan Programme
- Hunarmand Pakistan (Skills for All) Programme
- Green Youth Movement
- National Internship Programme
- Youth Engagement Platform
About NAVTTC
The National Vocation and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) was established in 2005 as an apex body to form policies and regulations for vocational and technical training. It is also performing the duty of strategy formulation and revamping the country’s Technical & Vocational Education and Training (TVET) System. NAVTTC is currently working under the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training as an autonomous body that was created through NAVTTC Act 2011. This was all you needed to know about the National Employment Exchange Tool (NEXT) programme and how you can apply for it. To get regular updates on similar government programmes, subscribe to Zameen Newsletter or follow Zameen Blog, Pakistan’s largest blog for real estate and property trends.
