Head of Learning, Leadership and Professional Development
3 weeks ago
Overview
Make possibilities a reality
At Endeavour Foundation, we’re driven by purpose – to make possibilities a reality for people with disability. With more than 70 years of history and a future focused on innovation and inclusion, we’re building a culture where learning, leadership and professional development empower our people to deliver their best.
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven leader for the Head of Learning, Leadership & Professional Development role. As part of the senior leadership team and reporting to the Chief People Officer, this is a pivotal position that will shape learning experiences, leadership pathways and professional development initiatives across our diverse workforce.
Responsibilities
- Lead learning, leadership & professional development strategy across a large, purpose-led organisation
- Drive innovation in workforce capability, leadership pathways & blended learning solutions
- Inspire and develop a high-performing team to deliver real impact
- Lead the design and implementation of learning and professional development strategies that build capability across the organisation
- Partner with leaders to diagnose learning needs and design impactful programs, frameworks and pathways
- Drive leadership capability through innovative learning initiatives, coaching, and development programs
- Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS), annual learning catalogue, and blended learning solutions
- Ensure learning is inclusive and fit-for-purpose, meeting the needs of our Supported Employees, frontline teams, and leaders
- Collaborate with teams across People & Wellbeing to align strategies in capability, culture, diversity and inclusion
- Deliver high-quality governance, reporting and evaluation on learning effectiveness and return on investment
- Lead and inspire a team of Learning Specialists and Digital Content Creators to achieve outcomes and foster innovation
About you
You are a strategic, people-focused leader with a proven record in driving organisational capability. You bring:
- Demonstrated success in leading Learning & Organisational Development functions in complex, service-focused organisations
- Strong ability to design and deliver contemporary, learner-centric programs that lift performance and leadership impact
- Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills to engage senior leaders and partners
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Adult Education, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Expertise in project management, program evaluation, and delivering results in fast-paced environments
- A values-based leadership approach that empowers others, embraces change, and drives continuous improvement
Why join us?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation supporting people with disability to live their best lives
- Lead a high-impact portfolio shaping the growth, learning and leadership of thousands of employees
- Enjoy a collaborative culture that values safety, innovation, inclusion and empowerment
Benefits and Perks
- Salary Packaging Benefits Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free
- In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc)
- An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service available to all staff and their family members
- Discounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, white goods, and appliances
- Discounted family gym memberships through Fitness Passport
- Paid Parental Leave
- Reward and Recognition Program
Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you. Please click "apply" to submit your application and join #TeamPossible today
Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant/'s needs.
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