About the job
As the Competency Development Program Manager at Xcellink, you will spearhead the growth and strategic design of the XODA Training Academy's programs. Your mission will be to develop a robust pipeline of skilled professionals while positioning the academy as a trusted partner to the industry. You will be instrumental in creating and managing innovative traineeship initiatives that effectively address the expanding technical talent gap. Through your leadership, you will cultivate future-ready skill sets in key technology domains and enhance our ecosystem by nurturing both internal and external competencies.
Role and Responsibilities:
1. Business Development and Growth
- Formulate and implement strategies to evolve the Training Academy into a commercially viable and strategically significant business unit.
- Effectively promote and position traineeship and training programs to industry partners as pivotal solutions for building internal competencies and bridging talent shortages.
- Identify and pursue new market and partnership avenues to amplify the Academy’s outreach and impact.
- Forge strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders to secure sponsorships, training engagements, and career pathways for trainees.
2. Program Management
- Oversee the design and execution of comprehensive training and talent programs, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and business goals.
- Manage the academy's daily operations, encompassing scheduling, resource allocation, budget management, and quality assurance.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators such as placement success, client satisfaction, and revenue growth.
- Continuously refine program offerings to remain aligned with industry trends and technological advancements.
3. Trainee Engagement and Support
- Supervise the recruitment, onboarding, and development of trainees to guarantee a superior experience and successful career transitions.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to trainees throughout their educational journey, collaborating closely with trainers, mentors, and potential employers.
- Track trainee progress and proactively address challenges to foster successful outcomes.
4. Curriculum and Program Development
- Create and implement competency-based learning pathways tailored to in-demand technical skills and industry standards.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and industry partners to develop relevant and up-to-date training content.
- Ensure the academy's curriculum remains adaptive to workforce trends and technological developments.
5. Data-Driven Strategy
- Leverage data and insights to evaluate program effectiveness, identify trends, and inform strategic decisions.
- Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management based on performance metrics.

