Senior Consultant Program Delivery

TAFE Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WorldSkills Queensland is seeking a Senior Consultant (Program Delivery) to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of programs and initiatives that inspire the next generation of skilled workers across Queensland. The role involves managing projects, budgets, events and stakeholder relationships with a focus on continuous improvement and positive participant outcomes.

The position is temporary full-time (until 25 January 2027) based at Acacia Ridge with travel and some weekend work to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-level project management skills including program leadership, allocation and management of resources, coordination and prioritisation of a broad range of activities, and the review and analysis of program outcomes.
• Strong budgeting and financial reporting abilities to support program delivery and funding arrangements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to influence, consult and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with government, industry partners, sponsors and volunteers.
• Knowledge of vocational education and training (VET) frameworks and the ability to stay current with industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level project management to WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives, ensuring compliance with funding arrangements and promotion of vocational career pathways.
• Facilitate and participate in delivery through liaison with stakeholders, issue resolution, venue research and securing program support including sponsorship and marketing.
• Manage budgets for programs, participate in budget planning, allocate resources and provide reports on financial performance.
• Prepare reports, submissions, briefings, event plans and schedules relating to WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain networks with industry groups, TAFE Queensland, government departments, RTOs and program sponsors.
• Develop and maintain processes to monitor and review program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Resource allocation

Communication skills

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Job description

Are you a natural organiser, relationship builder and problem solver who thrives on delivering events and programs that make a real difference?

WorldSkills Queensland is searching for a Senior Consultant (Program Delivery) to help coordinate competitions, career pathway programs and industry initiatives that inspire the next generation of skilled workers.

From helping talented competitors showcase their skills to working with industry leaders, sponsors and volunteers, no two days are the same.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, WorldSkills Queensland, you'll be responsible for leading the planning, coordination and delivery of WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives. You'll manage projects, budgets, events and stakeholder relationships while helping drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes for participants, sponsors and industry partners.

This position is Temporary Full-time (until 25 January 2027) and based at Acacia Ridge, with travel and occasional weekend work required to support competitions, events and programs across Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high level project management to WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives, ensuring compliance with State Government and Industry funding arrangements for the promotion of vocational career pathways.
• Facilitate and participate in the delivery of WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives through:
  • liaison with relevant stakeholders;
  • identification and resolution of issues;
  • researching and securing appropriate venue(s); and
  • ensuring adequate program support including but not limited to sponsorship, marketing and promotion of events, volunteers and other resources.
• Manage the budget for WorldSkills Queensland programs, including participating in budget planning cycles, allocating funding/resources, and providing comprehensive reports and analysis of financial performance to the Manager, WorldSkills Queensland.
• Prepare reports, contract submissions, briefings, event plans and schedules relating to WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives.
• Establish, cultivate and maintain effective networks and collaborative partnerships throughout relevant industry groups, TAFE Queensland, other Government departments, private organisations (including Registered Training Organisations – RTOs), other applicable regulatory bodies, program delivery staff, program sponsors and event volunteers.
• Develop, implement and maintain processes and procedures to monitor and review the effectiveness of WorldSkills Queensland programs and initiatives, ensuring a process of continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in strategic and business planning activities which support the growth and delivery of WorldSkills programs and initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the WorldSkills Queensland team including providing operational leadership, informal mentoring and guidance, and identifying.
• Represent the interests of WorldSkills Queensland and/or TAFE Queensland in forums, committees and working parties relevant to the delivery of Worldskills Queensland and other career pathway development programs and securing of funding contracts and sponsorship.
• Contribute to the success of cultural change within the organisation through promoting and modelling the established TAFE Queensland values of Working Together, Focussing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility, Showing Initiative, and Safety First.

How you will be assessed

Within the context of the role description above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

• Demonstrated high-level project management skills including program leadership, allocation and management of resources, coordination and prioritisation of a broad range of activities, and the review and analysis of program outcomes.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders; influencing, consulting and negotiating effectively, and working constructively with team members and other TAFE Queensland employees at all levels.
• Knowledge of legislation, policy, procedure and associated frameworks relevant to the vocational education and training (VET) sector and demonstrated ability to maintain currency in relation to knowledge and relevance of industry trends.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to successfully manage complex issues and propose workable solutions to facilitate successful outcomes for both clients and the organisation.
• Displays flexibility and responsiveness and has the initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.

Mandatory Requirements

Highly Desirable Requirements

The applicant’s possession of a training, trade and/or industry-related background would be advantageous.

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-1075

Want to know more?

For any questions about the role, please contact:

Jasine Pugh

Telephone: [phone] ***

Email: ***********@tafeqld.edu.au

If you have questions about workplace adjustments, accessibility, or our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, please contact:

People & Culture Business Partner

Phone: [phone]***

Email: ************@tafeqld.edu.au

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. TAFE Queensland been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

In TAFE Queensland, SkillsTech region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in “making great happen” through the embodiment of the following agreed behaviours in all the at we do:

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