NI JobStart scheme creates over 1,000 new job opportunities
So far, 385 employers have applied, creating 1,060 new job opportunities.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons welcomed the early success of the JobStart programme, which launched last month.
So far, 385 employers have applied, creating 1,060 new job opportunities.
The department has approved 125 JobStart employer applications to date.
At present, 102 employers are offering 239 positions live on the department’s JobApplyNI website.
Lyons said: “I am delighted JobStart has been so successful in these early days.
“It is the biggest jobs programme of its kind and is already well on its way to reaching more people and employers than before.
“I have no doubt we will continue to see a high volume of applications from employers and participants as we continue to build upon the success of previous JobStart programmes recently delivered by the Department.”
The Northern Cricket Union has previously taken part in the scheme and has re-joined for the latest round.
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