Training Specialist - Government Reform Program

Booka Consulting; Canberra; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Booka Consulting is seeking two Training Specialists to support a major Government reform program in Canberra or Melbourne. You will plan, coordinate and deliver engaging training to internal staff and stakeholders, translating complex policy and ICT information into practical learning experiences.

You will facilitate instructor-led sessions, workshops and briefings, in both virtual and face-to-face formats, and work closely with subject matter experts to ensure effective capability uplift in a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging training.
• Ability to translate complex policy/ICT information into clear learning.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Experience facilitating instructor-led sessions and workshops.
• Experience with both virtual and face-to-face environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face and virtual training sessions, workshops and information sessions.
• Work with SMEs to understand policy, regulatory and system changes.
• Translate complex information into practical learning materials.
• Create inclusive and interactive learning environments.
• Coordinate training activities—scheduling, communications, attendance and logistics.
• Assess understanding and adapt facilitation approaches as needed.
• Gather feedback and evaluate training effectiveness for continuous improvement.

Skills

Training delivery

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Virtual & in‑person delivery

Facilitation

Education

Training and Workplace Assessment

Job description

Training Specialist - Government Reform Program

Training Specialists – Government Reform Program

Canberra or Melbourne

APS6 Equivalent

2 Positions

$60-$68 per hour + Super

Australian Citizenship and Baseline Clearance - Required

Bookais seeking two experienced Training Specialists to support a significant Commonwealth Government reform program.
These positions will play a key role within a stakeholder engagement, education and change function, supporting the implementation of substantial legislative, operational and technology change.
You will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering engaging, accessible and high-quality training to internal staff and potentially external stakeholders. The role requires someone who is confident facilitating to varied audiences and can take complex policy, regulatory, business process and ICT information and turn it into clear, practical learning experiences.
The Opportunity Working closely with Education Specialists, subject matter experts and operational teams, you will deliver instructor‑led training, workshops, briefings and capability uplift activities.
The program is operating in a complex and fast-moving environment, so we are looking for experienced facilitators who can quickly understand new subject matter, engage confidently with stakeholders and adapt their delivery approach to different audiences.

You will be responsible for:

Delivering engaging face-to-face and virtual training sessions, workshops, briefings and information sessions

Working with SMEs to understand policy, regulatory, operational and system changes

Translating complex information into practical and easily understood learning

Creating inclusive and interactive learning environments

Coordinating training activities including scheduling, learner communications, attendance and logistics

Assessing participant understanding and adapting facilitation approaches where required

Gathering and analysing participant feedback

Evaluating training effectiveness and identifying opportunities for improvement

Supporting the development of training materials, modules and educational content

Building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Reporting on participation, engagement, feedback and capability outcomes

Supporting broader adoption of new processes, systems and legislative reforms.

What We're Looking For To be competitive for these opportunities, you should demonstrate:

Strong experience facilitating instructor‑led training, workshops or capability development programs

Excellent presentation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience delivering training in both virtual and face-to-face environments

The ability to explain complex policy, legislation, business processes or ICT systems to diverse audiences

Experience evaluating training effectiveness and applying continuous improvement

Strong organisation and coordination skills across multiple concurrent training activities

Experience working collaboratively with subject matter experts and operational teams

The ability to operate effectively within a fast‑paced program or transformation environment.

Highly Regarded Experience or qualifications in the following areas will be particularly valuable:

Training and Workplace Assessment or related tertiary qualifications

Delivery of training to high‑profile or highly scrutinised audiences

Training or education associated with regulatory or legislative reform

Training relating to the implementation of new ICT systems

Strong knowledge of contemporary adult learning and training methodologies.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements Please carefully review these requirements before applying.
Applicants must:

Be an Australian Citizen

Hold a current AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance or higher

Be able to satisfy the required Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check requirements

Candidates who do not currently hold at least a Baseline AGSVA security clearance will not be able to be considered for these positions.

APS6 equivalent

Commencement: anticipated 13 October 2026

Initial term: through to 30 June 2027

Extensions: up to a further 12 months, structured as 2 x 6-month extensions

Hours: up to 40 hours per week.

Application Process

Booka will initially assess applications against the mandatory eligibility requirements and relevant experience.
Candidates assessed as suitable will be invited to complete an application pack, which will include preparation of a concise statement addressing the role's mandatory and desirable criteria.

Australian Citizenship and a current AGSVA Baseline security clearance or higher are mandatory for these opportunities.