Jobs Skills Executive

Job Overview

This position is a two-year contractual role focused on workforce development within SBS Transit Ltd. The Jobs-Skills Executive acts as the primary liaison for a portfolio of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and partners, both within and outside the land transport sector. The role involves understanding the training and certification needs of these businesses and facilitating their access to government-supported skills development programs through the Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA).

Key Responsibilities

• Build and sustain strong relationships with an assigned group of SMEs and external partners to encourage the uptake of training and HR schemes provided by SWDA.
• Act as the main contact for SMEs and partners, representing the SBST Academy in all communications.
• Carry out assessments of learning needs to recommend proper training initiatives.
• Direct partners and SMEs towards eligible government-funded courses and workforce initiatives.
• Assist in creating on-the-job training plans, including OJT Blueprints and tailored training programs.
• Support certification pathways in collaboration with Institutes of Higher Learning and other agencies.
• Provide advisory support for grant applications and coordinate with appointed training consultants as needed.
• Keep comprehensive records of engagements, course enrollments, and evaluations.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to funding bodies, ensuring adherence to grant compliance and auditing standards.
• Organize and coordinate logistics for outreach events such as masterclasses and learning journeys, conducted about four times a year.

Candidate Profile

• Posses a Diploma or Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
• Have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in training coordination, HR, learning and development, workforce development, or SME engagement.
• Exhibit strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to interact with business leaders and senior decision-makers.
• Be capable of working independently while managing multiple relationships concurrently.
• Demonstrate analytical abilities to translate needs analyses into actionable training solutions.
• Show experience in coordinating events and logistics.
• Have familiarity with national workforce schemes and grant management is preferred.
• Proficient in Excel for tracking and reporting purposes is an advantage.

Additional Information

Applicants acknowledge understanding and acceptance of the Data Protection Policy of SBS Transit Ltd. Personal data submitted will be used for recruitment purposes and retained for two years to consider future opportunities.