Chernet

AfroGreenCareers is an innovative web platform dedicated to creating sustainable employment opportunities for African youth in the environmental and conservation sectors. The platform addresses the critical need for job creation while promoting wildlife conservation and regional integration across Africa.

Overview

This comprehensive platform serves as a bridge between talented African youth and organizations working in sustainability and wildlife conservation. By focusing on green careers, AfroGreenCareers contributes to both economic development and environmental protection, creating a positive socio-economic impact through technology and innovation.

Features

Public Job Listings: Browse and filter sustainability and conservation opportunities without registration requirements
User Authentication System: Secure account creation with role-based access for applicants and recruiters
Applicant Dashboard: Comprehensive profile management, application tracking, and resume building functionality
Recruiter Portal: Job posting capabilities, application management, and company profile customization
Advanced Filtering: Search and filter opportunities based on location, field, experience level, and preferences
Application Management: Complete application lifecycle from submission to status tracking
Admin Controls: Full platform oversight with user management and content moderation capabilities

Technologies

Backend Framework: Django (Python) for robust, scalable web application development
Frontend: HTML5 with Bootstrap for responsive, mobile-first design
Database: SQLite3 for efficient relational data management
Styling: Bootstrap CSS framework with custom styling enhancements
Deployment: Vercel for reliable hosting and continuous deployment
Version Control: GitHub for source code management and collaboration

Getting Started

To set up the development environment locally:

git clone https://github.com/ChernetAsmamaw/AfroGreenCareers.git
cd AfroGreenCareers
pip install -r requirements.txt
python manage.py migrate
python manage.py runserver

Environment Setup:

# Create virtual environment
python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate

# Install dependencies
pip install django
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Database setup
python manage.py makemigrations
python manage.py migrate
python manage.py createsuperuser

The application will be available at http://localhost:8000.

Impact

AfroGreenCareers addresses multiple sustainable development goals by creating pathways for youth employment in environmental sectors. The platform promotes conservation efforts while providing economic opportunities, contributing to Africa's sustainable development agenda and fostering regional collaboration in environmental protection initiatives.