Promotion: Job fair for women concludes on a high

More than 150 candidates take part, develop linkages with trade organisations.

KARACHI: The USAID-sponsored Women in Trade (WIT) job fair in Karachi concluded on a high note Tuesday with more than 150 candidates from various academic fields, over 10 universities and academic institutions, and more than 20 renowned trade organisations in attendance.

USAID Provincial Director Leon S Waskin was the chief guest at the full-day job fair, which was held at a local hotel. “The American people are committed to increasing economic opportunities for all Pakistanis, especially women,” Waskin told the attendees.

“The Women in Trade Management Training and Mentorship Programme is a fine example of USAID’s contribution to empowerment and career development for Pakistani women.”

The fair proved to be a landmark event in promoting recent women graduates as well as experienced female professionals in the field of international trade.

These graduates not only seek challenging openings in the job market, but also possess a genuine desire to contribute to the development of their communities and Pakistani society.

The job fair bridged the gap between academia and industry by bringing together recent graduates and renowned trade organisations.

Waskin noted that 66% trainees in the WIT program have accepted full-time employment following the programme’s completion.

Published in The Express Tribune, June 25^th, 2014.

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