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Learning and Development Officer

Job Req ID

ABF - 135085

 

Location

QLD; ACT; NSW; NT; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 

Classification

APS Level 5 - $80,748.00 and $87,572.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Flexible work

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Contact Officer

Sarah Shaw on 07 4044 5932 

 

Applications close on 08/12/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill up to 2 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

 

About our team

 

Strategy & Capability | ABF Workforce | ABF College | Program Development Faculty

 

The ABF College designs, develops, delivers and evaluates national training programs to ensure frontline ABF officers develop and maintain the right skills to do their jobs lawfully, safely and effectively.

 

Program Development Faculty is responsible for the analysis, design, development, and evaluation of ABF operationally necessary, vocational and role-based training. We deliver quality outcomes using a prioritised and planned methodology that aligns to the Department of Home Affairs and ABF goals.

 

This includes:

  • Analysing learning needs for the ABF.

  • Using a systematic learning model to design and develop fit for purpose, often complex adult learning solutions

  • Engaging with internal and external stakeholders throughout the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation (ADDIE) systematic learning cycle to obtain all relevant governance and legal approvals required for the implementation and maintenance of training packages

  • Evaluating delivery and learning packages in line with governance frameworks

  • Quality assurance, maintenance and ongoing review of existing packages

  • Administrative functions, including in the Department's learning management system (LMS).

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Has a strong background in designing, developing or evaluating learning programs

  • Can work effectively in a national team

  • Has experience with rapid authoring eLearn tools, i.e. Articulate software

  • Has experience working in a Learning Management System (LMS).

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Support the design and development of innovative and effective learning products and solutions including innovative training delivery methods

  • Assist with development of training documentation, including storyboards, lesson plans, training management packages and training manuals

  • Support the development and maintenance of high quality training packages and documentation in consultation with key business stakeholders and internal and external specialists in the field

  • Contribute to the evaluation and reporting on the effectiveness of learning packages

  • Under guidance, update training content, materials and documentation regularly in response to continuous improvement and business changes

  • Respond to enquiries for basic training information or escalate as appropriate within service standards

  • Support relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals

  • Provide technical support relating to the Learning Management System (LMS) that contributes to agency outcomes, including but not limited to:

    • Provide support to the day-to-day and ongoing operation, analysis and administration of the LMS

    • Investigate and use information from various sources to aid in the understanding and development of solutions within the LMS 

    • Identify improvements to LMS processes and proactively bring these opportunities to management

    • Run LMS reports on an ad-hoc basis or periodically to support business outcomes and provide relevant data sets to support reporting and decision making

    • Provide LMS administration support to the wider Branch, as required

  • Where relevant, manage a small team to deliver assigned objectives.

 

Additional information

 

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or the ability to obtain one.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 08/12/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role

  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us

  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 135085 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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