Lead Regional Learning and Development Role
The Lead Regional Learning and Development is a key position in our organization, responsible for shaping the regional learning strategy to ensure CFA members are skilled to manage emergencies according to Victoria's Emergency Management Arrangements.
This role drives CFA's Regional and state-wide L&D strategy, overseeing training plans, systems, and team alignment with key initiatives. The incumbent will provide expert advice, identifies improvement opportunities, and supports contemporary learning models.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Managing and leading a team of 6-7 Coordinators and Administrators to implement the regional learning plan, ensuring compliance with Australian Skills Quality Authority and Victorian Registration and Quality Authority standards to maintain RTO certification.
* Building partnerships, standardizing service delivery, preparing reports, and driving continuous improvement and transformation.
* Operational response duties as needed.
About You
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following skills and qualifications:
* Tertiary qualifications in training, education and/or leadership.
* Proven leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to obtain effective cooperation and contribution from stakeholders and the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships.
* Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, knowledge management, research and outcome and evidence-based program design combined with the ability to effectively manage financial resources.
* Demonstrated experience developing and implementing evidence-based programs within a large volunteer organization.
* Knowledge of contemporary learning strategy, models and frameworks; a demonstrated capacity to contribute subject matter expertise on a wide range of learning and development themes and issues.
* Demonstrated understanding of the complexities associated with the delivery of learning and development programs and projects to a large and diverse (employee and volunteer) geographically dispersed workforce.
* Extensive knowledge of diversity, and associated models of practice.
* Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to negotiate and deliver agreed outcomes.
Why Choose Us
* Meaningful Work: Your contribution truly makes a difference.
* Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions.
* Growth Opportunities: Learning and development.
* Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements.
* Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services.
* Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations.
* Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways.