Learning & Development Advisor

Ruah; Perth; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary aligned with Level 5

5 weeks annual leave

16 weeks parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Ruah invites an experienced Learning & Development professional to lead capability initiatives, partner with leaders, and drive meaningful workforce development across our values-driven organisation based in Northbridge.

Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, you will design engaging learning solutions, deliver training programs and e-learning resources, and support leadership development, compliance, safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in Learning and Development or related field.
• Experience designing, delivering and evaluating learning solutions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with organisational change and project initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of training programs, e-learning resources and induction.
• Partner with leaders to identify capability needs and design learning solutions.
• Drive leadership initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

L&D strategy

Stakeholder management

Learning design

Digital learning

Change management

Education

L&D qualification

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Digital learning platforms

Job description

Shape the future of learning at Ruah. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning & Development professional to lead capability initiatives, partner with leaders, and drive meaningful workforce development across a growing, values-driven organisation.

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, you will partner with leaders and stakeholders across operational and corporate teams to identify capability needs, design engaging learning solutions, and deliver initiatives that support organisational goals. This role plays a key part in strengthening leadership capability, service quality, compliance, safety and employee performance across Ruah Group.

You will lead the development and delivery of training programs, e-learning resources, induction and leadership initiatives, while contributing to organisational projects and continuous improvement activities. This is an exciting opportunity for a learning and development professional who enjoys working collaboratively, influencing positive change, and creating meaningful impact.

This is a permanent full-time position based in Northbridge.

What we're looking for

The successful applicant will be required to meet the following criteria:

• Minimum two years' experience in Learning and Development, Organisational Development, Capability Development or a related field
• Demonstrated experience designing, delivering and evaluating learning solutions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences
• Experience supporting organisational change and project initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Experience with Learning Management Systems and digital learning platforms

The following criteria are considered desirable:

• Qualification in Learning and Development, Human Resources, Organisational Development, Education, Adult Learning or a related discipline
• Experience within the community services, healthcare, aged care, disability, not-for-profit or human services sectors

What do we offer?

• A salary aligned with Level 5 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $105,916 plus superannuation
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading (for award-based staff)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay. New staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months' service
• Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
• Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work)
• Access to valuable salary packaging benefits, including:
• Up to $15,900 in general salary packaging
• Up to $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
• Additional packaging options for travel, accommodation, parking, education expenses and more
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community through working groups, Pride events, cultural celebrations, reconciliation initiatives and much more

Required Compliance Documents

• Current Driver's Licence
• National Police Clearance Certificate
• International Criminal Check (if applicable)
• First Aid Certificate

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.