We are seeking a passionate Learning & Development professional to join our HR team as a competency-based learning specialist, driving the comprehensive refresh and development of NParks' Functional Competency Frameworks. This 11-month contract position offers the opportunity to lead critical workforce development initiatives that will enhance staff learning pathways, strengthen job clarity, and support strategic talent management decisions across the organisation.
National Parks Board
Manager/ HR Development (Contract) – Competency Framework Development
Fixed Terms
Closing on 04 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Working closely with our HR team and divisional stakeholders, you will be involved in the following key competency framework development projects:
Functional Competency Development - Work with divisions to craft, refine and consolidate functional competencies (both Whole-Of-Government and NParks-specific competencies), including detailed behavioural indicators and proficiency level definitions that align with organisational needs
Job Profile Standardisation - Clean, rationalise and standardise job functions and job profiles within and across job families to ensure consistency, clarity and system readiness for organisation-wide implementation
Workday System Implementation - Support the technical tagging of competencies and proficiency levels to job profiles in Workday, including comprehensive data preparation, validation processes and coordination with HR systems colleagues
Learning Pathway Curation - Support the strategic organisation of training programmes and developmental interventions aligned to competencies and proficiency levels, enabling clearer learning and career development pathways for officers across all divisions
Strategic Workforce Planning Integration - Work as part of the broader HR project team to support appointed consultants, including coordination activities, data preparation, workshop facilitation and integration of Strategic Workforce Planning competency outputs into the refreshed framework
Quality Assurance & Documentation - Ensure all competency frameworks meet required standards and are properly documented for sustainable implementation and future maintenance
What we are looking for
A passionate Learning & Development professional with strong systematic approach to workforce development and talent capability building
Experience in learning needs analysis, training programme design, or career development with understanding of competency-based learning approaches
Knowledge or experience in competency framework development, job analysis, or competency modelling would be useful
Proficiency in HRIS systems (preferably Workday) and advanced Excel skills for data management, validation and system preparation
Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities with ability to facilitate workshops and coordinate across multiple divisions effectively
Excellent analytical and documentation skills to translate learning requirements into clear, implementable competency frameworks and development pathways
This role provides exceptional exposure to comprehensive competency-based learning design and offers a unique opportunity to shape NParks' talent development foundation through systematic workforce planning. You will gain invaluable experience in HRIS implementation, competency-based learning design, and strategic HR transformation that will accelerate your career in learning & development or talent management fields.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Successful candidate will be employed on a 11-month contract with staff benefits.
About your application process
This job is closing on 04 May 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.
About National Parks Board
At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.
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