Good morning,
Today is an exciting day for Bermuda. I am very pleased to introduce Bermuda Job Connect; a new online platform that will help connect Bermudians with jobs, training and new opportunities.
This platform is about helping people move forward. It makes it easier to find work, build skills and connect with employers, and it will “go live” on April 6.
The new Bermuda Job Connect is a major improvement on the current Job Board.
Bermuda Job Connect allows the government to better support job seekers and employers, and it gives us the tools to understand what is happening in our workforce.
For example, the new platform includes advanced reporting and data insights. This will help to track trends, identify gaps, and better connect people to the right opportunities.
It also brings everything into one place.
Job seekers will not just be searching for jobs, they will also have access to career resources, training opportunities, and skills development tools.
The platform includes integrated micro-courses, so that users can build their skills directly within the system, without needing to go elsewhere.
The video content available on the platform will make it easier for users to learn and prepare for work. Job seekers can access helpful guidance in a simple and practical way.
For employers, the system allows for better engagement with candidates, easing efforts to find the right people with the right skills.
We selected a proven platform which has been customized for Bermuda.
Of course, the government is here to support you. The Department of Workforce Development will be hosting a series of information sessions to help both job seekers and employers learn how to use the platform.
Since March 16, job seekers and employers have been able to create their profiles on the new platform. I encourage everyone to go online at www.bermudajobconnect.bm and sign up if you have not already done so.
Whether you are looking for a job, thinking about a career change, or looking to hire, this platform is for you.
You can create your profile now, but some features, such as job postings and job applications, will not be available until the “go live” date of April 6.
This early access period gives everyone time to get comfortable with the new system, download their information from the old system, and be ready for launch day.
This is a big step forward for Bermuda. We are not just creating a job site; we are building a platform that supports careers, skills and opportunities.
I urge everyone to sign up at www.bermdajobconnect.bm, create your profile, and be ready.
Thank you.