Role
CMS/Wordpress Developer
Project Goal Introduction
The goal of this project was to create a comprehensive website for Ashram & Son's International Overseas Employment, allowing job seekers to browse and apply for positions and enabling overseas companies to connect for recruitment services. The website aimed to enhance the client's business operations, providing a streamlined solution for both candidates and recruiters.
Client Background
The client, a former HR professional who established their own international recruitment agency, sought to optimize their business processes with a dedicated web presence. Likely, their target audience spans international businesses and job seekers interested in overseas work opportunities.
Challenges
Organized Job Listings: Creating a well-structured system for job postings, allowing easy filtering based on industry, location, and qualifications.
Application Management: Developing an efficient way to collect candidate CVs/resumes and track their application status within the workflow.
Recruitment Workflow: Enabling communication functionality between the client and overseas businesses seeking recruitment services.
Solution
CMS Choice: WordPress was selected for its flexibility and ease of use, empowering the client to manage content and job listings independently.
Job Listing & Applications: A WordPress theme provided the website foundation, and I developed a custom plugin to manage job application forms, ensuring seamless data collection and workflow integration.
Process
Theme Selection: I carefully evaluated and selected a suitable WordPress theme based on the client's aesthetic preferences and functional requirements.
Plugin Configuration & Development: I configured necessary plugins for core functionality and custom-developed a plugin specifically for the job application forms to align with the client's specific needs.
Results
Successful Outcomes: The website effectively streamlined the client's recruitment process, facilitating the onboarding of over 150 individual job seekers and attracting over 50 companies seeking recruitment services.
Impressive Growth: The client experienced a significant 12% growth rate in their business operations, demonstrating the positive impact of the new website.
Technologies Used
CMS: WordPress for its user-friendly interface and extensive plugin ecosystem.
Custom Plugin Development: PHP was used to create customized forms and integrate them seamlessly into the WordPress environment.
