Workforce Skills Officer

Join an organisation that's main purpose is to increase industry capability and capacity across the NT

Your new company 
I am looking for a Workforce Skills Officer to join an organisation making a real difference to the community in the NT. 
Your new role 
As a Workforce Skills Officer, you will build and manage relationships with industries across the Northern Territory. You will prepare and provide advice, intelligence, and support to industry, specifically in training package development, workforce development, skills shortages, and workforce solutions. In addition, you will promote the Vocational Education and Training sector and assist with increasing industry capability and capacity. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Identify opportunities to develop and improve industry workforce solutions and strategies.

Build strong relationships with industry associations, businesses, schools, registered training organisations, and government in the Northern Territory, including in regional and remote areas. Collaborate with industry groups and stakeholders to achieve mutual goals

Provide support to industry and training providers to deliver workforce development strategies and programs.

Maintain strong knowledge of and currency in the National and Northern Territory Vocational Education & Training policies, training products, product development and implementation. 

Assist to develop, implement, and monitor compliance with policies and procedures. 

Participate in conferences and industry events

Foster a client-focused environment and continuous improvement

Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures

Lead by example and support a positive workplace culture

Provide quality service to clients and respond to enquiries promptly

Market our services and build strategic alliances

Represent us professionally in all interactions.

What you'll need to succeed 

Strong knowledge of the National and Northern Territory Vocational Education and Training (VET) principles and developments.

Knowledge of the National Training Packages, ANZSIC and ANZSCO 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.

What you'll get in return 
Working for a great not-for-profit organisation that's main purpose is to increase industry capability and capacity across NT.

What you need to do now 
Apply direct or feel free to contact Michael Psalios on 0889436*** for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.#2873889