L&D Specialist, Innovation & Foundation Competencies

The Innovation and Foundation Competencies (IFC) team in the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) develops learning interventions and resources to help public officers become future-ready in cross-cutting areas such as innovation and personal excellence. You will design and deliver learning solutions that enhance essential workplace competencies, helping to shape how public officers develop innovation and foundational skills for effective public service delivery. Through this role, you will develop competencies in instructional design and learning methodology application, stakeholder and project management, as well as market research and trend analysis. Responsibilities You will manage a portfolio of programmes to build innovation and foundation capabilities in the Public Service. In this role, you will: • Conceptualise online, blended or classroom learning interventions for the Public Service (e.g. identify learning needs, design curriculum, work with subject matter experts to develop training materials and evaluate learning interventions) focused on innovation and foundational competencies • Work with subject matter experts to shape the course learning outcomes and develop training materials. • Assess and monitor the impact and effectiveness of learning interventions at the individual trainee and/or organization level. • Partner with agency stakeholders to assess capability gaps, design targeted interventions, and produce learning resources • Oversee end-to-end programme development and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget and timelines • Research emerging practices in learning and development to ensure programmes remain cutting-edge and aligned with sector developments • Contribute to consultancy projects to support public agencies in their transformation journey, by applying methodologies such as design thinking and process improvement Requirements • [Programme Design] At least 2-4 years of relevant working experience in L&D and instructional design. • [Programme Management, Learning Needs Analysis, Learning Evaluation] Strong organisational, analytical, project management and communication skills • [Serving with Heart, Commitment and Purpose, Improving and Innovating Continuously] Self-motivated, proactive, meticulous and resourceful • [Keep Learning and Putting Skills into Action, Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgements, Programme Management] Ability to work and thrive in a fast changing work environment • [Working Effectively with Stakeholders, Working as One Public Service] Possess professionalism and confidence in dealing with people at all levels, especially with stakeholders in our lead agencies --- What you can expect: • Growth Opportunities: We champion continuous learning - not just for the public service, but for our officers as well. We actively support our officers’ career growth through: Scholarship and sponsorship opportunities for higher education; Diverse development opportunities for officers at every career stage; Attachment programs, cross-functional job rotations and gig projects; leadership development opportunities. • Work Environment: We provide meaningful work, practice mutual respect, and encourage innovation. • Hybrid & Flexible Work Arrangement: We provide hybrid and flexible work arrangements to support our officers’ work-life needs. We trust that our people will deliver their best, and we strive to provide the support and flexibility they need. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The appointment grade and actual job title will be commensurate with the candidate’s work experience. #LI-CSCAH