The Defence School of Space and Cyber (DSSpC) is seeking a highly motivated APS 6 Learning Design & Development Lead. In a small Learning and Development (L&D) team, you and the team will be accountable for organising Space, Cyber, Joint Data Network Unit (JDNU), and other Defence-aligned agencies’ course Design and Development activities and workflows.
- Coordinate and support the design, development, and learning standards activities for Space, Cyber, and related training programs, engaging with ADF, Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), APS, Joint Training Command (JTC), Defence-aligned agencies, and contractors.
- Coordinate with stakeholders on Learning Design & Development activities and reporting.
- Collaborate with a small team of APS and ADF staff in Design and Development activities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and contractors on course Design and Development requirements, Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) and schedules.
- Develop, review and maintain documentation, policies and procedures.
- Produce briefing content and data in support of reporting requirements.
- Coordinate and respond to course Design and Development inquiries.
- Coordinate DSSpC Learning and Development tours and briefs.
About our Team
We are a diverse team of highly motivated individuals, representing an integrated workforce of ADF, APS and Industry Partners.
Vision:
The recognised centre of excellence for Space and Cyber training amongst the Five Eyes Partners in support of a collective National Defence.
Mission:
DSSpC trains and educates the integrated force in order to enable the delivery of space and cyber power in competition and conflict.
End State:
DSSpC is respected for its professionalism, agility and progressive learning pathways producing a credible and resilient integrated force able to enable multi-domain operations.
Located at HMAS Harman, Canberra we enjoy new contemporary training facilities, flexible working arrangements and free parking.
Our Ideal Candidate
The School is looking for a team member who has experience working within training establishments or like roles, as well as have a breadth of administrative experience. You will need to have a level of comfort with ambiguity as the Schools’ and the Domains’ capability matures.
You will be agile, innovative and ready to make a significant impact to the continuous advancement of Space, Cyber, and other Defence-aligned capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute your expertise to work that will influence Australia’s strategic and Defence outcomes.
Our ideal candidate will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:
- Strong written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Strong staff management skills.
- Accountable for their actions.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrate leadership behaviours.
- Willing to challenge the traditional ways of doing business.
- Outcome-focused mindset.
- Adaptability, resilience and flexibility.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.
The key duties of the position include:
The Role
The Defence School of Space and Cyber (DSSpC) is seeking a highly motivated APS 6 Learning Design & Development Lead. In a small Learning and Development (L&D) team, you and the team will be accountable for organising Space, Cyber, Joint Data Network Unit (JDNU), and other Defence-aligned agencies’ course Design and Development activities and workflows.
Your duties may include:
- Coordinate and support the design, development, and learning standards activities for Space, Cyber, and related training programs, engaging with ADF, Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), APS, Joint Training Command (JTC), Defence-aligned agencies, and contractors.
- Coordinate with stakeholders on Learning Design & Development activities and reporting.
- Collaborate with a small team of APS and ADF staff in Design and Development activities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and contractors on course Design and Development requirements, Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) and schedules.
- Develop, review and maintain documentation, policies and procedures.
- Produce briefing content and data in support of reporting requirements.
- Coordinate and respond to course Design and Development inquiries.
- Coordinate DSSpC Learning and Development tours and briefs.
- Future scheduling.
- External stakeholder engagement.
About our Team
We are a diverse team of highly motivated individuals, representing an integrated workforce of ADF, APS and Industry Partners.
Vision:
The recognised centre of excellence for Space and Cyber training amongst the Five Eyes Partners in support of a collective National Defence.
Mission:
DSSpC trains and educates the integrated force in order to enable the delivery of space and cyber power in competition and conflict.
End State:
DSSpC is respected for its professionalism, agility and progressive learning pathways producing a credible and resilient integrated force able to enable multi-domain operations.
Located at HMAS Harman, Canberra we enjoy new contemporary training facilities, flexible working arrangements and free parking.
Our Ideal Candidate
The School is looking for a team member who has experience working within training establishments or like roles, as well as have a breadth of administrative experience. You will need to have a level of comfort with ambiguity as the Schools’ and the Domains’ capability matures.
You will be agile, innovative and ready to make a significant impact to the continuous advancement of Space, Cyber, and other Defence-aligned capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute your expertise to work that will influence Australia’s strategic and Defence outcomes.
Our ideal candidate will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:
- Strong written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Strong staff management skills.
- Accountable for their actions.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrate leadership behaviours.
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