University of British Columbia
Job title:
Lead, Talent Development Programming
Company
University of British Columbia
Job description
Staff – Non UnionJob Category M&P – AAPSJob Profile AAPS Salaried – Educational Programming, Level CJob Title Lead, Talent Development ProgrammingDepartment Organizational Talent Development and Learning | Talent Management, Communications Workplace Learning and Engagement | Central Human ResourcesCompensation Range $7,283.75 – $10,474.08 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.Posting End Date August 17, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End Date Sept 30, 2025This is a 12 month term leave coverage position.At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job Summary
The Lead, Talent Development Programming is responsible for the design, development, curation and facilitation of unparalleled learning experiences for UBC’s workplace internal learning offerings. The position works through the full cycle of learning and development programs from analysis to implementation, facilitation and evaluation. The position uses both formal and informal knowledge of adult learning principles to support learners and their growth through sustained learning opportunities. A strong blend of content curation and facilitation is required in this role.Organizational Status
Reports to the Executive Director, Talent Management. Independently manages assigned projects and may oversee the work of consultants and subject matter experts. Manages the Program Manager, Leadership Development Programs. Works closely with the other members of the Central Human Resources team, distributed HR colleagues, faculty and staff.Work PerformedDevelops, curates and evolves professional and leadership development programs, courses and projects to contribute towards successful delivery and adoption of UBC’s leadership and learning frameworks.Develops strategies to collect feedback and measures learning development outcomes.Contributes towards the design and implementation of a learning and leadership development framework, methodology, metrics, processes and tools.Works closely with the Instructional Designers to integrate leadership development programs into the broader learning framework.Responsible for overseeing the development of program content such as Emerging and Developing Leadership Programs (E/DLP) and Professional Development Program in partnership with the Learning and Talent Development team and other University stakeholders to ensure deliverables are consistent with the leadership and learning frameworks, program goals and desired learning outcomes.Manages planning and design committees, ensuring strategic alignment when working with content specialists and facilitators.Takes the lead in liaising with content and technology/systems experts and other designers/instructors involved in writing course content and developing blended learning solutions to ensure learning materials are aligned with learning frameworks, strategic priorities and desired outcomes.Advises and consults on program goals; develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans to meet agreed upon learning outcomes. Uses various adult learning methods and techniques to share information and resources.Works collaboratively with colleagues to coordinate and enhance the offerings.Curates on demand and blended learning that aligns with learning outcomes and offerings.Oversees and provides direct supervision to the Program Manager, Leadership Development Programs.Supports and coaches the Program Manager to execute on logistics and learner support.Supports the Program Manager in their knowledge development and is a first point of contact for collaboration, planning, or decision-making.Collaborates with HR Teams and leaders across the organization to understand needs and to create learning and leadership development strategies and initiatives that enable UBC to meet its strategic objectives (Inclusion Action Plan, Indigenous Strategic Plan, Focus On People, Anti-racism, Wellbeing).Reviews, adapts and evaluates programs and courses and identifies opportunities to evolve the offerings to ensure ongoing alignment with the University’s strategic direction and the emerging needs of the campus.Engages external evaluation processes and develops ongoing evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness of the program.May participate as a program/learning advisor administering participant assessments and meeting with participants to review their learning path.Ensures that program participants are introduced to relevant assessment processes and tools and works with the Program Manager to coordinate the assignment of participants to peer learning circles and coaches, when applicable.Facilitates training and workshops when required, including in person, blended and virtual learning experiences.Manages leadership or professional development program and their budgets.Conducts assessments, prepares reports and analyses, makes recommendations for change, initiates and evaluates learning opportunities. Develops methods to determine the value/effectiveness of programs.May manage external partners/vendor relationships for specific projects.Identifies learning and development opportunities to help the team deliver on organizational objectives.Implements learning and development programs for employees at all levels.Performs other duties as required.Consequence of Error/Judgement
Exercises judgment and initiative in facilitating learner needs. Failure to effectively meet learner needs may negatively impact on relations with the many stakeholders that Human Resources regularly interacts with, including negatively impacting the University’s public image and reputation.Supervision Received
Reports to the Executive Director, Talent Management. Works independently and as part of a team. Exercising independent judgement and initiative in addressing learning design needs. Keeps the Executive Director informed of actions through reports and discussions. Projects may be independently managed and are usually subject to periodic review.Supervision Given
Manages the Program Manager, Leadership Development Programs. May oversee consultants, professionals, and staff by establishing work objectives, and reviewing work and performance as required.Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Education. Minimum of six years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.– Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
– Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusionPreferred QualificationsDegree in Education, Leadership, or Business administration, or in a related field such as organizational development or human resources management.Coaching certification accredited by the International Coaching Federation ICF or International Association of Coaching IAC preferred.CHRP designation preferred.Demonstrated skill and knowledge of current training and organizational development practices with strong emphasis on change management.Effective oral and written presentation and communication skills.Effective problem-solving and conflict management skills to advance a healthy working environment. Demonstrated experience in managing projects, meeting deadlines and resolving unexpected and/or ambiguous situations or issues.Proven intercultural competencies.Ability to communicate and interact with understanding and respect across diverse cultures.Ability to negotiate and influence within a collaborative framework.Demonstrated commitment to life long learning, shared leadership and continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to anticipate future trends/consequences and create innovative strategies and flexible plans.Demonstrated initiative to analyze and resolve problems quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively. Ability to work in a team-based environment and to build, manage and maintain high-quality relationships.
Expected salary
Location
Canada
Job date
Fri, 09 Aug 2024 03:10:05 GMT
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