We’re hiring! Training and Development Manager

Posted on 26/04/2024 by Pandora Ellis.

If you are an experienced and dynamic training professional, and want to help create a thriving democracy, then check out our new vacancy.

Training and Development Manager – Centre for Governance and Scrutiny (CfGS) 

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 depending on experience, with 30 days annual leave (plus public holidays). 

Contract: Full-Time. Home Working, although there will be a requirement to travel for some meetings.  We realise you may have commitments outside of work and will consider flexible working applications – please highlight what you are looking for when you make your application. 

Location: We are a geographically diverse team, but are currently overrepresented in the south of England and therefore particularly welcome of applications from individuals who live near the North West or North East of England. 

Join Our Team. Are you an experienced and dynamic training professional passionate about driving continuous learning and development? 

Join Centre for Governance and Scrutiny (CfGS), a leading social purpose consultancy, as our new Training and Development Manager. You will play a key role in a respected organisation with a national reach and a diverse portfolio of projects, with a remit to create and deliver meaningful, impactful training and development programmes.  This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact how public sector governance is shaped and scrutinized, making it both meaningful and impactful on a local and national level. 

Your responsibilities will include leading the design, development, and delivery of diverse and comprehensive training solutions tailored to meet the needs of our clients. You will innovate and engage through the creation of dynamic learning and development programmes that enhance knowledge and develop skills. 

As a key member of staff, you will drive the expansion of our training portfolio by integrating modern methodologies such as coaching, mentoring, and action learning.  You will be working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, that values innovation and ethical practices and gain unique opportunities for professional development and intellectual growth.  

CfGS is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and communities. We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. 

Apply Now:  If you’re passionate about shaping governance and public scrutiny through impactful training and development programmes, and have the skills we need, please submit your application to join us at CfGS.  

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Mel Stevens – mel.stevens@cfgs.org.uk 

How to apply: Send your CV and cover letter to info@cfgs.org.uk  

We’d like to know: 

  • Why you are interested in this role. 
  • Your experience relevant to the key responsibilities of this role and how you meet what we are looking for, with supporting examples. 
  • Your experience relevant to the desirable competencies of this role and examples to support your experience. 

The closing date for applications is 9am Monday 20th May 

Interviews will be held in the week commencing Monday 28th May 

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