Learning and Development Specialist
About Us
Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is a leading provider of relationship and family support services. We believe healthy relationships are essential for the well-being of children, families, and communities. We are committed to offering the best possible counselling, mediation, education and support services, and are committed to social justice and inclusion. Find out more about our values, benefits, and employee experience by watching this video!
About the role
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for a 12-month fixed-term position as a Learning & Development Specialist within our Support Services team. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, allowing you to work both remotely and from our Head Office located in Eight Mile Plains. If you're passionate about fostering growth and development, we want to hear from you!
As a Learning & Development Specialist at Relationship Australia Queensland (RAQ), you will play a pivotal role in driving our organisation's strategic learning and development initiatives. This dynamic position requires a forward-thinking professional who can design and implement innovative learning strategies that align with our organisational goals and enhance our team's capabilities. You will collaborate closely with People and Culture Business Partners and Senior Leaders to develop and deliver targeted training programs, with a particular emphasis on leadership development and core capability enhancement.
The main responsibilities of this role include:
- Leading the design of multi-modal learning materials, including e-Learning, virtual, and face-to-face formats.
- Applying instructional design theories and best practices to develop effective e-learning content.
- Collaborating with subject matter experts to identify the training needs of the target audience.
- Coordinating end-to-end training needs for both clinical and non-clinical staff and assisting in the development and revision of programs for delivery via webinars and face-to-face sessions.
- Conducting audits and analysing data related to professional development, while maintaining accurate records of employee attendance and certifications.
- Managing RAQ's Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure effective tracking of mandatory training and providing training and support for LMS users.
- Monitoring changes in professional development requirements and contributing to annual planning and the implementation of learning strategies.
- Collaborating across all organisational levels to achieve objectives, setting performance standards, and providing guidance to team members while adhering to organisational policies and promoting RAQ's values.
About you
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- An undergraduate degree in Business, Psychology, Education, or Workplace Training & Assessment, with a preference for Project Management qualifications.
- Proven experience in workplace training, learning and development consultation, and instructional design, including the delivery of effective learning programs.
- Familiarity with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and a strong background in project management and organisational development.
- A deep understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design theories.
- Excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and produce high-quality written reports.
- Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools and strong data analysis capabilities.
- A proactive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement to foster a culture of excellence within the organisation.
We Can Offer You
The salary is being offered between $96,000 to $100,000.00 per annum, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation. We also offer our employees as follows:
- A healthy work-life balance; We’re proud of our supportive and flexible culture. In this role, you’ll gain invaluable skills and experience that can help you build a solid foundation for your career, around a fantastic community.
- Additional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leave.
- Salary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home pay.
- Paid parental leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discounts.
How to Apply
To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter, outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Applications can be submitted by clicking the Apply Now!
Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they’re received, so we encourage you to submit your application now!
Applications close Monday 23 December 2024