Skills and Training Manager - (PLMSP - Palladium)

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Position Title: Skills and Training Manager - (PLMSP - Palladium)
Location: Brisbane, Canberra
Country: Australia
Deadline Date: 1st December 2024 11.59pm AEST

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact, which is the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. Established with a mission to solve the world's most pressing challenges, Palladium operates with a team of more than 3,000 employees across over 90 countries. The organization has a vast global network of more than 35,000 experts, dedicated to improving economies, societies, and the lives of individuals. Their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is evident in their recruitment practices, as they actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to drive innovation and success.

Job Overview:
The Skills and Training Manager will serve as the Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) specialist within the Strategic Growth Stream of the Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP). This role is pivotal in supporting the procurement, design, and delivery of accredited training tailored to the needs of workers participating in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme. The manager will work closely with industry stakeholders to ensure that the training models developed under the PLMSP pilots are scalable and effective. This position requires a proactive approach to liaising with various stakeholders, including employers and training organizations, to ensure that the training provided meets the specific needs of PALM workers and aligns with the objectives of the program.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Skills and Training Manager will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including:

• Designing skills training pilots through scoping and needs analysis, procurement, stakeholder consultation, evaluation, and contracting.
• Reviewing the training and support requirements for worker cohorts involved in PLMSP pilots.
• Advising approved employers (AEs) and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) on addressing training needs, including cross-cultural communication.
• Fostering effective mentoring and knowledge sharing across AEs and RTOs through pilot forums and briefs.
• Maintaining relationships with Labour Sending Units, government ministries, bi-lateral programs, community groups, and other training providers to ensure appropriate stakeholder engagement in training program delivery.
• Collaborating with the PLMSP monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning team, as well as external assessors, to capture lessons learned from skills pilots.

Required Qualifications:
The successful candidate must possess several key qualifications and experiences, including:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as education and/or training.
• Experience in international development and project management.
• Extensive experience in developing, delivering, and facilitating training programs, particularly in an English as a Second Language context, utilizing dynamic and inclusive learning strategies and technologies.
• A solid understanding of the Australian technical and vocational education system.
• Experience working with programs in the Pacific, with a strong grasp of Gender, Equality, Disability & Social Inclusion (GEDSI) concepts and issues.
• A demonstrated ability to build respectful, productive, and sustainable working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including partner governments, civil society, and the private sector.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, such as education, training, or a related discipline. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of vocational education and training, particularly in the context of international development and the specific needs of PALM workers.

Experience:
The position requires extensive experience in the development and delivery of training programs, particularly in contexts where English is a second language. Candidates should have a proven track record in project management and international development, with specific experience in the Pacific region being highly desirable. The ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and foster collaborative relationships is crucial for success in this role.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, given the context of training delivery and stakeholder engagement. While not explicitly stated, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the Pacific Island Countries may be considered advantageous, enhancing communication with diverse worker cohorts.

Additional Notes:
This position can be based in either Brisbane, QLD, or Canberra, ACT. The application deadline is set for 1st December 2024 at 11.59pm AEST, with applications being assessed on a rolling basis. Candidates must have valid Australian work rights, as visa sponsorship is not available. Those willing to relocate for the position must do so at their own expense. The organization strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and is committed to making necessary adjustments to support their participation in the recruitment process. Furthermore, all successful candidates will undergo a rigorous selection process that includes safeguarding-focused interviews.