Workforce & Skills Officer
Industry Skills Advisory Council NT (ISACNT) is seeking an experienced and passionate Workforce & Skills Officer to join the team and deliver a high level of quality services across the Northern Territory.
About the Role
The position is responsible for preparing and providing advice, intelligence and support to industry, specifically in training package development, workforce development, skills shortages and workforce solutions.
The Workforce & Skills Officer will lead by example in alignment with ISACNT's purpose, mission, values and goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Build strong relationships with industry associations, businesses, schools, training providers and government across the Northern Territory, including regional and remote areas.
* Support industry and training providers to deliver workforce development strategies and programs.
* Consult with industry stakeholders to identify current and future workforce and skills needs and implement practical solutions.
* Promote Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways and workforce initiatives.
* Prepare reports, presentations, articles and communications materials.
* Participate in conferences, industry forums, networking events and stakeholder engagement activities.
* Manage projects, contractual compliance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
* Represent ISACNT in a professional and positive manner at all times.
About You
To be successful in this role you will be/have:
* Professional, motivated and genuinely passionate about workforce development and supporting industry outcomes across the Northern Territory.
* A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and engaging with industry, government and community stakeholders.
* Positive attitude with a willingness to learn, grow and contribute as part of a collaborative team.
* Confident working independently and in a team while managing competing priorities and maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
* Strong initiative with the ability to identify opportunities and think practically to solve problems.
Essential Requirements
* Strong knowledge of the National and Northern Territory Vocational Education and Training (VET) principles and developments.
* Knowledge of the National Training Packages, ANZSIC and OSCA frameworks.
* Proven ability to engage industry groups to enhance workforce and industry capability and capacity, and a working knowledge of workforce issues at all business and industry levels.
* Proven ability to conduct public speaking and presentations to a broad range of stakeholders.
* Strong time management skills, and the ability to balance multiple and competing priorities.
* Proven ability to deliver a high level of writing and reporting skills.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Proven ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
* Extensive practical written, interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft suite and client databases.
Desirable
* Understanding of employment legislation.
* Existing relationships with industry participants and associations in the Northern Territory.
* Vocational Education and Training qualifications in a related industry to the below sectors.
* Knowledge and experience in the Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics sectors or the Public Safety and Government, Finance, Technology and Business sectors.
About Us
ISACNT is an independent not-for-profit organisation that provides advice and gathers intelligence on training package development, workforce development, skills shortages and workforce solutions in the Northern Territory.
Our purpose is to increase industry capability and capacity across the Northern Territory.
Click Apply today and submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your skills and experience. Or email **@isacnt.org.au for a full position description.