Job Description
* As a Learning Development Specialist, you will play a key role in creating and delivering comprehensive learning programs that align with our organizational strategy.
* You will consult and advise stakeholders to identify and manage learning needs. Conduct learning needs analysis and design learning solutions using contemporary methodologies (eLearning, virtual classroom, digital learning, facilitator led).
* Work with key stakeholders to create learning materials, tools, and resources to complement all facets of the employee lifecycle, including induction and onboarding programs, reviewing Individual Development Plans and facilitating internal workshops and programs.
* Coordinate and facilitate focus groups, pilots, and participate in project working groups by communicating progress, issues, and risks, and contributing to business case creation.
* Co-design, manage, and improve key learning infrastructure, including learning management, performance management, content management systems, learning governance, service standards, evaluation methods, and reporting.
* Respond to business queries and requests.
* Build and foster relationships with industry bodies, government, and Registered Training Organisations to understand accessibility and eligibility for funding and best practice content requirements.
* Responsible for the Learning Management System (LMS, and associated content management systems).
* Coordinate learning events and manage vendors, including licensing, issuing purchase orders and invoicing.
* Generate learning reports and insights to aid decision making.
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Required Skills and Qualifications
* Certificate IV Training and Assessment or working towards (essential).
* Kirkpatrick Evaluation Certification (highly desirable)
* Expertise in administering a front and back-end Learning Management System(s) (ELMO preferred).
* Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite, including Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SharePoint (essential), and associated applications such as Confluence, JIRA, and Tableau (preferred).
* Expertise in learning design tools and effective SCORM file management (essential), using Articulate 360, Vyond, ClipChamp, Canva (preferred).
* Ability to facilitate virtual meetings and classrooms using Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
* Strong stakeholder management skills supporting a consultative decision-making process.
* Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic working environment.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate requirements into practical and engaging learning designs.
* Project management skills, prioritising and managing multiple complex tasks concurrently, while meeting deadlines.
* Capability to work with third-party vendors for program creation.
* Generalist HR Knowledge including inputs and outputs of the employee lifecycle.
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Benefits
* We're a dedicated team of professionals who deliver meaningful, purpose-driven work in a supportive and inclusive workplace culture built on values of trust, openness, respect, care, and honesty.
* Our hybrid working model and compressed hours enable you to balance your career and lifestyle, giving you the time to grow, excel, and do what you love.
* Located in the progressive and vibrant city of Newcastle, our contemporary workplace provides you with a space to connect and collaborate with colleagues, while also enabling you to balance work-life commitments.
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Others
* Australian citizenship, residency, or working rights is a prerequisite for this role.
* Applications are open to all qualified candidates regardless of their background, identity, experiences, and beliefs.