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Job Posting Title

Learning & Development Advisor (2-Year Term)

Job Category

Learning & Development, Professionals

Language Requirements

Bilingual Preferred / Bilingue de preferenceIn the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, a qualified unilingual candidate will be considered. / Dans l'eventualite ou un candidat bilingue qualifie n'est pas disponible, un candidat unilingue qualifie sera considere.

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2026-07-19

Job Grade

P2

Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience / Selon l'experience

Job Summary

The Learning and Development (L&D) Advisor provides support in the design, development, delivery and evaluation of performance management programs, learning, talent and organizational development solutions to build capability and improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. The Advisor aligns the solutions to current and future capability needs of NAV CANADA's workforce.
The L&D Advisor provides advice and consultation to all levels of leadership on learning, performance and development initiatives, including participation in needs analysis, collaboration with external consultants, facilitation of selected training, performance and succession initiatives, and evaluation of the effectiveness of initiatives. The incumbent will contribute across the Leadership and Development portfolio, with work assigned based on business and departmental needs and priorities.
The advisor acts as an ambassador for talent, learning and development to establish a continuous learning and development culture. The Advisor builds strong relationships with the business to become a trusted partner in achieving business results.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

In this role you will:

• Assist with needs analysis, task/job analysis, and target population analysis for the purposes of determining learning, talent and development solutions and participates in the creation of learning plans that that are aligned to learning needs.
• Respond to internal client's needs in accessing, using and understanding offerings.
• Support the design, development, delivery, evaluation and maintenance of training, performance and succession programs, processes and practices.
• Complete yearly review of competency and offering mapping to ensure offerings align with corporate strategy and learner requirements.
• Design and maintains the Leadership and Development Centre on the NAV CANADA Intranet.
• Coordinate and administers corporate learning initiatives including facilities, logistics and participant tracking and processing payments.
• Assist in the consultant selection process, including the preparation of request for proposals, the evaluation of submissions, preparation of contracts, verification of invoicing, and ongoing management of established contracts.
• Review and analyses development plans and recommends learning solutions to bridge organizational gaps.
• Be responsible for budget reporting and roll up for the budgeting exercise. Provides quarterly updates on corporate training budget to senior management.
• Research and participate in the periodic review of process, tooling, content and delivery and recommend enhancements to improve learning and development services.
• Remain current in role by researching best practices and trends in adult education and performance management related technologies.
• Be responsible for making recommendations regarding training and development programs.
• Be responsible for recommending supplier and consultant selection for training development.
• Compile and reviews training evaluations and provides information-based recommendations to subject matter experts for improvement of content, delivery and materials.
• Monitor the outcomes of the learning, talent and development program and supports the Program's continuous improvement.

What you bring:

• Post-secondary education in a related field OR, the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
• A minimum of 3 years in project coordination, human resources or related with demonstrated experience in providing advice, coaching in a leadership or learning capacity.
• Experience in compiling reports using Microsoft Excel
• Experience in budget and invoice administration.
• Demonstrated experience supporting others.
• Experience of supporting, delivering and/or facilitating training
• Experience conducting programs, needs analysis processes and analyzing the outcomes in order to determine priorities.
• Experience in commissioning education and training, identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, taking into account quality and cost.
• Experience conducting evaluations of various programs.

How others describe you:

• Strong knowledge of adult learning and general learning, talent, performance and development theories, principles and best practices
• Awareness of current trends and innovations in corporate learning, performance management, talent development, and employee experience
• Knowledge of budgeting practices
• Fluency with Microsoft office systems, technology platforms, database entry and report generation, general administrative functions, and requisitioning procedures.
• Ability to handle information accurately and confidentially with the ability to understand and meet client needs.
• Ability to process large quantitative and qualitative data with accuracy, to inform decision-making and for reporting purposes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with managers, staff and external partners.
• Ability to meet conflicting demands and to problem solve and suggest solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate complex topics to colleagues of all levels in clear and understandable manner.
• Ability to analyze program needs and set measurable outcomes.
• Proactive and flexible with the ability to show initiative and enthusiasm for work.
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a busy environment.
• Able to understand wider organizational issues and translate these within the context of learning, talent and development.
• Proven researching skills and able to benchmark and recommend best practices.

Working Conditions:

• This position is a hybrid position with a minimum 3 days per week on site.
• Occasional travel required

Behaviour Statement:

• All employees of NAV CANADA are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned with company's Code of Business Conduct, values, safety and objectives. This includes adherence to any safety policies, standards, and procedures corresponding to job responsibilities and duties.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

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