SKILLS MANAGER (CONTRACT TILL 6 JUL 2028) - CET ACADEMY

Job description

[What the role is] This is a 2-year contract position as a Skills Manager in the CET Academy. We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional to lead the identification, development, and assessment of workforce skills required to support organisational performance. The role involves working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners across multiple sectors to drive skills development initiatives, support workforce transformation, and strengthen industry capability. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments and partner organisations to recommend and implement relevant training programmes that address emerging skills needs and contribute to organisational and industry growth. [What you will be working on] Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Skills Assessment Conduct skills gap analysis to determine current competencies versus required skills. Use assessments, surveys and interviews to evaluate employees’ skills level. Diagnose learning gaps and needs,and identify measurements of success. Programme Development Design and implement training programmes to enhance employees skills and competencies. Use Skills Frameworks and SkillsFuture resources to create learning solutions and learning interventions. Work with various schools as well as Academic Partners to co-develop customised learning solutions and interventions. Manage, coordinate and execute programmes for SMEs, and other products from various schools. Work internally and externally to obtain Government funding for training programmes, where applicable. Develop implementation plan and drive adoption. Training Coordination Organise workshops, seminars, and training sessions. Engage with various Schools and Academic Partners for suitable trainers. Drive strategy and tactics to ensure conversions across all platforms and channels. Programme launch and events management. Performance Monitoring Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes and initiatives. Maintain records of employee progress and skill development. Track return on investment on training for clients. Reporting Prepare reports on skills assessments and training outcomes for management review. Evaluate impact and effectiveness of training interventions. Provide recommendations for further training and development opportunities. Continuous Improvements Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in skills development and training. Lead research on industry landscape and market trends to understand critical skills requirements and future skills demand. Advocate for a culture of continuous learning and professional development. [What we are looking for] Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business Administration, Human Resource, Marketing or any related field) At least 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in learning and development, business development, account management, events or project management Effective communication, interpersonal and project management skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to interpret data for decision-making Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (word, excel, powerpoint), project management tools, and prior experience in learning development and account management for SMEs would be an advantage Proven experience in training management or similar roles, preferably with knowledge of CET training Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a hybrid work environment Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment