Overview:
At RMIT University, we are committed to developing a capable, future-ready workforce that enables our people and organisation to thrive. The Workforce Capability Lead plays a key role in designing and delivering contemporary workforce development initiatives that strengthen staff capability across the University.
The Workforce Capability Lead designs,facilitatesand delivers workforce development initiatives that translate RMIT’s strategic priorities into practical learning outcomes and capability interventions.
Working within the Capability, Careers & Leadership team in People & Culture, the role partners with leaders,stakeholdersand subject matter experts to analyse capability needs and co-design contemporary, learner-centred development solutions. The position applies strong instructional design, facilitation,consultationand evaluation practice to deliver impactful learning experiences that support measurable behavioural, capability and organisational outcomes.
Through this work, the Workforce Capability Lead contributes to strengthening workforce capability at scale by shaping relevant,inclusiveand future-focused capability initiatives across the University.
You are an experienced learning and workforce development professional who combines strong instructional design capability with the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders to deliver impactful capability initiatives.
To be successful in this position,you’llhave:
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
The role sits within theCapability, Careers & Leadership team in People & Culture, which partners across the University to design and deliver contemporary workforce capability initiatives that support staff development, leadershipcapabilityand organisational performance.
PleasesubmityourCVandcovering letter(addressingthe aboverequired experience listed above)forthis position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contactBianca Jenkinsvia email bianca.jenkins@rmit.edu.au.
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Applications Close:
17 Apr 2026 11.59 pm
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.
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