Learning & Development Advisor

Royal Roads University is located on the traditional lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. This land has been part of the fabric of the life of Indigenous communities long before Hatley Castle was built, and it will be long into the future. It is with gratitude that we now learn and work here, where the past, present and future of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty and staff come together. Located in one of Canada’s most beautiful National Historic Sites, RRU is just minutes from downtown Victoria, British Columbia and is surrounded by old growth forest and awe-inspiring ocean and mountain views. RRU is a special-purpose university that delivers high-quality applied and professional programs. Established by the provincial government in 1995 through the Royal Roads University Act, RRU was created with a unique mandate and governance structure to respond to the labour market needs of British Columbia. RRU has over 34,000 alumni in 92 countries. With a reputation for innovation, RRU is a leader in the delivery of blended learning programs, which combine intensive residency experiences with online course work.
Requisition #
P0254
Job Title
Learning & Development Advisor
Division Department
Royal Roads University -> Office of the Vice-President, Academic & Provost -> Professional & Continuing Studies -> Workforce Development & Lifelong Learning
Recruitment Type
Regular Full Time
Category
Admin and Support Services
# of Hires Needed
1
Closing Date
4/1/2024
Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning and working within a collaborative team environment, the Learning and Development Advisor is responsible to support the implementation and administration of programs and services for our competitive, leading edge and high quality education programs.  The Learning and Development Advisor plays a lead role between faculty, contractors, students and internal and external RRU stakeholders.  The Advisor supports the overall vision and contributions of the Professional and Continuing Studies unit by supporting the planning of training and providing personalized follow up with clients, students and Associate Faculty.

Job Requirements

• Degree in a relevant field  and at least 5-7 years of experience in the areas of client-centered service,  program development and administration; or equivalent combination of education & experience 
• Knowledge and understanding of adult education requirements, principals, methods and processes
• Ability to liaise effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, both internally and externally, and maintain a professional approach to working relationships and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience the design, delivery, and implementation of adult learning experiences
• Experience developing and fostering client and partner relationships
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills including presentation skills, technical writing skills  and learning technology trends and issues
• Ability to operate in an environment of deadlines and multiple priorities 
• Strong diplomatic skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment
• Demonstrated project and event management skills
• Advanced computer skills (including MS Office Suite, web conferencing tools, SharePoint, Social Media)
• Advanced communication and document editing (Word) skills
• Ability to work in a creative and driven, team-based, collaborative environment

Additional Information
This is a regular, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. This position has been evaluated at MPT-C with a salary range of $74,204 (minimum) to $87,204 (midpoint) to $100,203 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will normally be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity. The University is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package. Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, you will need to be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us directly at [email protected] attention: Lorisha Bühler or 250-391-2600 extension 4408 so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process. ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING