Bogotá starts May with over 5,000 job vacancies and reinforces strategy to boost formal employment in the city
New jobs for Bogotá. More than 5,000 vacancies available. Photo: Courtesy: Secretariat of Economic Development.
TL;DR
- Bogotá offers over 5,000 job vacancies at the beginning of May.
- The initiative is led by the Secretariat of Economic Development to boost formal employment.
- Key components include in-person job fairs (one with 4,000+ opportunities), digital channels, and placement services.
- A job fair on May 7th at Gran Estación will allow direct application and selection processes.
- An additional fair in Engativá and opportunities via the Public Employment Service complement the offer.
- The strategy aims to efficiently connect companies with job seekers.
- Vacancies are available for various educational levels, from basic education to professionals.
- Inclusion criteria target youth (18-28), individuals over 50, women, and people with disabilities.
- Sectors with demand include services, health, construction, commerce, and technology.
- A mobile employment unit will operate in Puente Aranda from May 4th to 9th.
- Job opportunities are also available via the WhatsApp channel 'Empleo en Bogotá'.