HYDERABAD: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with e-commerce major Amazon to use the National Career Service (NCS) portal, sharing information about job opportunities.
The two-year MoU allows Amazon and its third-party staffing agencies to regularly post job vacancies on the NCS portal and includes plans to organise job fairs at Model Career Centres (MCCs), facilitating interactions between job aspirants and Amazon’s recruitment teams.
“The NCS portal is evolving into a one-stop platform for accessing employment opportunities across sectors and industries. This portal is a game changer for job seekers, offering them various employment-related services under one roof. Through our partnership with Amazon, we are expanding job accessibility for India’s youth, empowering them to discover the right roles and build a future filled with opportunities and growth,” a PIB report quoted Union Minister of Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya as saying.
Emphasising the initiative’s focus on inclusivity, Mr Mandaviya added, “We are upgrading the NCS portal to provide a more user-friendly interface, utilising advanced technologies like artificial intelligence to enhance the experience for job seekers, employers, and stakeholders.”
Major takeaway of the MoU
Job Postings: Amazon will regularly post job vacancies on the NCS portal and conduct hiring through it.
Job Fairs: The initiative will include job fairs at Model Career Centres, providing opportunities for direct interaction with Amazon’s recruitment teams.
Inclusivity Focus: The partnership prioritises employment opportunities for women and persons with disabilities, ensuring equal access.
Benefits to job aspirants
Job aspirants will have access to a broader range of opportunities, particularly in logistics, technology, and customer service through Amazon. This MoU not only facilitates local hiring but also offers career advancement opportunities within a prestigious organization. Consequently, job aspirants can connect with numerous employment roles.
Benefits to Amazon
Through this tie-up, Amazon aims to tap into a diverse talent pool via the NCS portal, which includes women and persons with disabilities. The Ministry will support Amazon by integrating databases to ensure seamless access to candidates through an efficient technology interface. Additionally, the Ministry will assist in conducting job fairs nationwide, facilitating structured interactions with potential employees to help Amazon meet its staffing needs while promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
NCS portal
Launched in July 2015, the National Career Service (NCS) portal has transformed India’s employment landscape. Managed by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, the portal provides essential services such as job searches, career counselling, vocational guidance, and skill development resources. It serves millions, including job seekers, employers, and educational institutions.
The NCS portal is integrated with employment portals from 28 states and union territories.
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