Unique opportunity to shape the future of local government workforces Temporary full-time role available for up to four years Sydney, Parramatta or Nowra location encouraged with flexible working supported TRP from $210k to $234k including superannuation Are you a strategic leader passionate about workforce development? Do you thrive on delivering impactful programs that drive sustainable change? We have an exciting opportunity for a Director Apprentices and Trainees Program to lead the implementation of a $252 million initiative to shape the future of local government workforces.
As the Director Apprentices and Trainees Program, you will be at the forefront of the Government's flagship apprentice and trainee program, designed to support local councils in developing sustainable, future-ready workforces. Your leadership will drive the design, delivery, and evaluation of frameworks, grant programs, and related activities, ensuring long-term success for local government sector workforce planning. Your role will also include leading the development of government policy and guidelines to strengthen the local Government sector's capacity to support trainees and apprentices and to guide Government decision-making around future programs.
A key aspect of this role will be identifying apprentice and traineeship program needs across multiple stakeholders and aligning these to the overall objective of this newly funded program. This will include building and maintaining collaborative relationships with councils, committees, and other key stakeholders to foster engagement and program success.
About You To be successful in this role, you will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of workforce capability and training programs, combined with experience in delivering impactful initiatives. You will also possess comprehensive knowledge of workforce training programs and have proven expertise in workforce capability development.
The key to your success will be exceptional leadership and communication skills, coupled with your ability to influence and engage with stakeholders across diverse settings. You will also have strong financial acumen and experience in managing large budgets and grant administration. It is essential that you have demonstrated success in delivering apprentice and/or trainee programs that drive measurable outcomes.
An understanding of workforce development and the challenges facing local councils, and the broader public sector workforce will be highly regarded.
Essential Requirements Tertiary qualifications in educational leadership or a related field About Us The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close on Sunday 8 December 2024 at 11:55pm Should you require further information about the role please contact Melissa Chetcuti, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition via email at
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying? We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role.
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