Mursal Naeem

Experience providing employment support and culturally sensitive career counseling to newcomers, specializing in job readiness, skills development, and labor market integration.. Currently enrolled in the Certified Career Development Practitioner (CDP) Program at Douglas College, enhancing expertise in employment counseling and career services. Skilled in conducting employment assessments, assisting with resume and cover letter development, and preparing clients for job applications and interviews. Extensive experience facilitating workshops on career planning, workplace integration, networking, and employment rights. Strong track record of advocating for clients facing language and cultural barriers, connecting them with training programs, credential recognition services, and job placement opportunities. Effective relationship builder, fostering connections with employers, industry partners, and local organizations to create employment pathways for newcomers. Experienced in case management, maintaining client records, tracking employment progress, and providing individualized career coaching. Culturally competent and trauma-informed, with a deep understanding of employment barriers faced by newcomers in Canada.

• Proficient in MS Office 365, Google Workspace, and client management systems.
• Project management fundamentals (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Strong research and labor market analysis skills to guide employment planning.
• Highly organized with effective time management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities.