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Job Title: Placement & Mobilization Consultant Service Line: Government & Public Sector Sub-Service Line: Education & Skilling Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala (Full-time deployment at client site) >> About KPMG India KPMG entities in India are established under the laws of India and are owned and managed (as the case may be) by established Indian professionals. Established in August 1993, the KPMG entities have rapidly built a significant competitive presence in the country. Today we operate from offices across 14 cities including in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara, and Vijayawada. Our differentiation is derived from a rapid performance-based, industry-tailored, and technology-enabled business advisory services delivered by some of the leading talented professionals in the country. KPMG professionals are grouped by industry focus and our clients can deal with industry professionals who speak their language. Our internal information technology and knowledge management systems enable the delivery of informed and timely business advice to clients. >> About E&S (Education & skilling) Advisory The Indian education and skill development sector has seen an accelerated growth and a rapid shift towards digital-learning models recently, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift has bought about an increased requirement of digital assets, infrastructure, upskilling of teachers and content. With the requirement of tech-enabled learning solutions to only accelerate further, the Government is laying down new frameworks, and adopting an even more holistic and futuristic approach towards education and skill development. The education and skill development practice of KPMG in India comprises a team of experienced professionals delivering forward-looking advisory services across the spectrum, such as K-12 education including Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), foundational literacy and numeracy skills, Technical and Vocational Education, and Training (TVET), higher education, education technology, and supplementary education. We are a part of the KPMG Connected Enterprise for higher education and a key member of the KPMG Global Steering Committee for education and skill development. Our team has delivered multiple engagements in the past decade, catering to a wide range of clients, including the central and state governments, regulators, public institutions, private educational institutions, corporates, not-for profit organizations, with bilateral and multi- lateral donors, International Financial Institutions (IFIs), foundations and ed-tech players. Job Summary We are seeking experienced and motivated Consultants to support a government initiative focused on enhancing youth employability and industry engagement. The role involves full-time deployment at the client site in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The Consultant will play a key role in bridging the gap between job seekers and employers by facilitating placements, identifying training needs, and coordinating with industry stakeholders. Roles & Responsibilities Engage with industries across sectors to identify job roles and employment opportunities. Onboard employers from high-demand sectors onto the government placement portal. Collaborate with industry associations, job aggregators, and placement agencies to expand employer outreach. Mobilize and onboard youth onto the government placement portal. Assess training needs based on youth skills and job market requirements. Facilitate the placement process: mapping candidates to job roles, shortlisting, orientation, interview coordination, and post-placement feedback collection. Monitor and report on placement activities and outcomes regularly. Education & Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline. Minimum 4 years of experience working on projects with Central or State Government Ministries or Departments . Experience in youth mobilization, industry engagement, and placement facilitation is highly desirable. Preferred Skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with government portals and placement platforms. Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including employers, youth, and government bodies. Analytical mindset to assess training needs and match candidates with suitable job roles. Proficiency in MS Office and data reporting tools. Fluency in English and Malayalam is preferred for effective local engagement.