At VIFM, our people support important work across forensic medicine, science, public health and justice. We’re looking for a Learning & Development Lead to help build the capability, confidence and career pathways that enable this work.
This is a great opportunity to design engaging learning solutions, support performance and development practices, and use workforce insights to make a real impact.
About Us
The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) is a leading organisation at the intersection of science, medicine and justice. We provide independent forensic medical and scientific expertise to support the justice system, deliver crucial evidence that underpins safe convictions and appropriate acquittals, and contribute to public health and community safety through education, and research.
Our work is complex and deeply meaningful. From investigating deaths reported to the Coroner, to supporting victims of crime and enabling life‑changing tissue donation through the Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria, VIFM plays a critical role in Victoria's justice and health systems.
What truly sets VIFM apart is our people and our culture. Guided by our values of Respect, Openness, Service, Integrity and Innovation, we foster a workplace where expertise is valued, collaboration is encouraged, and purpose sits at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture Programs, you'll lead contemporary learning and development initiatives that strengthen workforce capability, support career development and improve employee engagement.
You'll work with managers and teams to understand learning needs, design and facilitate creative and engaging learning solutions, support performance and development planning, and turn survey and learning data into practical actions.
This role will suit someone who brings fresh thinking, curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset to the way people learn, develop and build capability at work.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
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Design, deliver and evaluate learning programs aligned to workforce and organisational priorities.
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Facilitate engaging learning activities using adult learning principles, inclusive design and accessible delivery formats.
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Support capability planning, career development, succession planning and early careers initiatives.
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Co-design practical tools and learning solutions with managers and teams to support performance and development conversations.
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Coordinate the People Matter Survey and pulse checks, analysing feedback to identify themes and improvement opportunities.
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Use learning and workforce data to improve systems, processes, service delivery and employee experience.
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Identify creative and practical ways to strengthen learning culture, improve capability development and support continuous improvement.
About You
You're someone who enjoys turning learning needs into practical, engaging experiences that help people build confidence and capability.
To be successful, you'll bring strong experience designing, delivering and evaluating learning programs, along with confidence using adult learning principles, facilitation approaches and learning systems.
You'll bring:
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Demonstrated experience designing, delivering and evaluating learning and capability development programs within a complex organisation.
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Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and communication
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The ability to analyse learning, workforce or survey data and translate insights into action.
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A practical, collaborative approach to solving problems and improving employee experience.
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Relevant qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline, or equivalent professional
This is a chance to influence how people learn, grow and contribute in an organisation with a clear public purpose.
Ready to Apply?
If this role sounds like a good fit, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit:
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A current resume; and
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A cover letter addressed to Natasha Buckle, Manager, People & Culture Programs, outlining your suitability for the role and how your skills and experience align with the key selection criteria.
What we offer
At VIFM, you'll do meaningful work in a supportive environment. Benefits include:
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An Employee Assistance Program
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Peer Support Programs
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Annual Influenza Vaccination Program
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Discount on Health Insurance through HCF
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Social Club Membership
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Flexible Work
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Myki and V/Line Commuter Club
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Novated Leasing
Our Recruitment Process
The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Depending on the role, other checks may also apply.
If you require adjustments or an alternative format for any application material, please let us know so we can support you through the recruitment process.
