• May-09-2025

Job Fair at Pope Pius XI Higher Secondary School, Kattanam

The Malankara Catholic Youth Movement MCYM of the Eparchy of Mavelikara, in collaboration with Don Bosco Job Placement Network DB JPN and the Confederation of Indian Industry CII, organized a successful job fair at Pope Pius XI Higher Secondary School, Kattanam with the mission of supporting unemployed youth in the region. The event drew participation from 18 companies across key sectors such as Finance, Manufacturing, ITES, Retail, and Sales and Marketing. Out of 113 walk in candidates, an impressive 92 were selected, highlighting the fairs strong impact on employment generation.

The event was coordinated by Rev. Fr. Bijo Thomas, Youth Director of MCYM; Mr. Roshan Varghese, President of MCYM; and Rev. Fr. Gabriel SDB, National Director of Don Bosco Job Placement Network. The selection process involved direct interviews with company representatives. The fair commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Jobin G. John, General Secretary, followed by an inspiring presidential address from Mr. Roshan Varghese, who urged the youth to take charge of their futures. Mr. Philip Vallikunnam, Deputy Tehsildar of Konni, praised the initiative for addressing the real needs of young job seekers.

Mr. Sai Dhanesh, Placement Coordinator from CII Palakkad, presented the features of the CII and DWMS portal, while Mr. Harish, Programme Manager of DB JPN, introduced participants to the Jobs DBI app and emphasized the role of DB JPN in skill building and job readiness. He encouraged candidates to engage with recruiters and prepare for competitive career paths. The fair was made possible through the collaborative efforts of many, including Fr. Bijo Thomas, Fr. Gabriel SDB, Mr. Roshan Varghese, Mr. Jobin G. John, Ms. Renju Raju, Ms. Roshma Pappachan, Ms. Ann Mathew, Mr. Christy Varghese, Mr. Shibin Shaji, Mr. Githin Shaji, Ms. Neethu Yohannan, Mr. Peter, and Ms. Marina, along with the dedicated MCYM volunteers.

This job fair served not just as a recruitment drive but as a testament to the power of collective action. The joint initiative of faith based organizations, industry bodies, and committed individuals created a meaningful platform for youth employment, proving how coordinated efforts can make a real difference in the lives of young job seekers.

Feedback: 

1. Anitta Mary, B.Com Graduate: This was my first job fair, and I was nervous at the beginning. But the guidance from the Don Bosco team and the warm support from the MCYM volunteers helped me feel confident. I got selected by a retail company, and I am  excited to start my first job. The session on the Jobs DBI app was really helpful to understand the process. Thank you for organizing such a wonderful opportunity for freshers like me.

2. Jibin Mathew, Diploma in Electronics: I have been searching for a job for the last six months without much success. At this job fair, I got to meet recruiters directly and was selected for a position in a manufacturing company. The encouragement from Fr. Bijo and Mr. Harish talk about preparing for future careers was inspiring. I appreciate the effort taken by MCYM and Don Bosco to reach out to us.