- Companies are introducing specialized returnship programs for women re-entering the workforce after a hiatus, recognizing their valuable skills.
- Engro, Mobilink, Shell Pakistan, Bank Alfalah, and JS Bank offer returnship programs to bridge career gaps and empower women, fostering diversity and providing support.
- These programs not only promote diversity within organizations but also provide a supportive platform for women to confidently resume their professional journeys, emphasizing equal opportunities in the corporate sector.
Women taking a career gap often have a tough time getting back into the corporate world. However, several companies are making a significant stride towards inclusivity and empowerment and have introduced ‘returnship programs’ specially tailored for women returning to the workforce after a six-month to two-year hiatus.
These programs recognize the invaluable skills and experiences that women bring to the table and aim to bridge the gap often faced after a career break. Companies across various industries are acknowledging the potential of this untapped talent pool, not only fostering diversity within their ranks but also providing a supportive platform for women to reignite their professional journeys.
Many organizations have rolled out such programs, highlighting their commitment to creating inclusive environments that empower women to resume their careers with confidence and resilience.
Here’s a List of Organisations That Offer Special Programs for Women
Engro
The “Break Ke Baad” initiative is designed to offer career prospects for women looking to re-enter the workforce following a hiatus of more than one year. Engro envisions that this program will not just empower women but also establish a talent pool that guarantees diversity within the organization.
Mobilink
The MobilinkHer initiative is an amazing opportunity for women who can apply and resume their careers after a hiatus. This comprehensive endeavor aims to promote Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by facilitating the smooth reintegration of women who have taken a career break of six months or longer back into the workforce. The initiative underscores the bank’s dedication to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, emphasizing its strong conviction in the catalytic impact of diversity to drive innovation and stimulate growth.
Shell Pakistan
‘She in Shell’ is a career comeback program initiated by Shell. The Career Reboot program provides employment opportunities for aspiring women who have taken a break from their professional careers due to personal reasons. The career comeback program ensures a seamless transition for women to restart their careers. Females with a minimum of 2 years’ experience and a career break of over 6 months are eligible to apply.
Bank Alfalah
Bank Alfalah’s ‘Ek Baar Phir’ program is a great way for women to return to work after a gap. Many professional women have had to take a career break for some reason or the other and feel anxious while reapplying to get their career back on track. Bank Alfalah has exclusively opened up opportunities to women who have been on a career break by giving them the chance to rejoin the workforce. Talented women deserve a fair chance to get back into the game, take charge, and trust their abilities and, as an equal opportunity employer, Bank Alfalah wishes to give them this chance, “Aik Baar Phir”.
JS Bank
JS Bank’s Returnship Program is a valuable opportunity for women professionals on career breaks or seeking part-time roles due to personal commitments. The program provides flexible work options, coaching, mentoring, personal development, career revitalization, and networking opportunities. It allows women to balance work and personal life with part-time, remote, or compressed work weeks. Eligibility requires a minimum of one year of work experience and at least a Bachelor’s degree.
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