Job Description
*This role offers the opportunity to work 4 days from home per week** Our client is looking to hire a Development Advisor/Learning & Development Specialistwho will work with funded industry groups to maximise the potential of their Business Network or Initiative, to champion innovation and collaboration, and to implement a programme of work that delivers on agreed targets and supports business growth. The successful candidate will play an important part in the organisations contribution to national enterprise priorities, including digital acceleration and the development of talent for sustainable business, as committed to in the company strategy. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic and operational advice and supports to a cohort of industry/regional Business Networks. Advise and support funded industry groups to undertake a diagnostic evaluation of the talent needs of their sector, cluster or region and to implement a programme of work that addresses both the strategic challenges and opportunities. Support long-term sustainability of the Business Networks by promoting best practices, by stimulating forward-thinking enterprise initiatives, by facilitating collaboration and the innovative application of funding. Oversee and manage performance of a cohort of Business Networks against an agreed set of strategic and operational indicators. Ensure the delivery of high-quality programmes, contracted outputs, and business outcomes. Support efficient grant management through reviews of the funding applications, grant disbursements and progress reviews. Lead/Manage key programmes/initiatives. Lead on the delivery of activity that optimises the effectiveness and impact of funded initiatives, while engaging in new initiatives that address national industry priorities and prepare enterprise for the future world of work. Act as a champion for talent development, at the forefront of contemporary trends, disseminating new insights across the organisation and with its stakeholders. Build and maintain effective relationships with businesses and stakeholders, whilst coordinating and collaborating with the support functions within the organisation. Requirements: A minimum of 3 - 5 years experience in business capacity-building, ideally with enterprise groups, industry clusters, enterprise clients or funded initiatives. Experience in one or more of the following specialisms 1)Driving business growth within SMEs and/or the FDI base in Ireland 2)Supporting strategic enterprise initiatives at national, sectoral or regional level. 3)Talent development, as a key driver of business enablement and transformation. Possess an understanding of national policy as it relates to enterprise development, innovation, competitiveness, workforce development and Irelands Labour Market. Hold a degree (or equivalent relevant professional experience) in Business, Innovation Management, Talent Development or related discipline. An independent thinker, self-directed, taking personal responsibility for the delivery of objectives and overcoming challenges. Possess compelling inter-personnel and communication skills (both verbal and written), with an ability to collaborate effectively, and gain the commitment of a broad stakeholder group. Capable of demonstrating political, commercial and financial acumen, with a track record in delivering success through people. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with evidence of delivery on high-value and complex projects. Skills: L&D Management Organisational Development Evaluating Training Learning Management Systems Benefits: Work From Home