Skills Project Lead

Isle of Man

Contract

Our client seeks a Skills Project Lead to assist their team

Role Profile:

You will play a critical role in supporting the Isle of Man Skills Board by managing and coordinating projects aligned with the Skills Strategy. This position will focus on collation of data and coordination of data analysis, stakeholder engagement, outward communication and the implementation of initiatives designed to address skills shortages, enhance workforce capabilities and align educational outcomes with economic needs. The Skills Project Lead will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve measurable outcomes that contribute to the Island's economic and social objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination and Implementation

Oversee the planning, implementation and monitoring of projects under the Skills Strategy, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timelines.
Manage project logistics, including budgeting, resourcing and milestone tracking.
Work with the Skills Board to prioritise initiatives that address immediate skills shortages and support future workforce needs.

Data Collection & Insight Coordination

Liaise with other agencies and government departments to collate labour market and skills data from internal and external sources.
Ensure data is structured and accessible to support Board decision-making.
Design and coordinate surveys, focus groups and other methods to gather insight on skills needs.
Work with analysts or research partners to interpret findings and inform evidence-based reports.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with employers, educators, training providers, and government teams.
Ensure stakeholders are kept informed and involved in key initiatives.
Represent the Board in discussions or meetings as required.

Project Oversight

Coordinate the delivery of key Board initiatives, working with project teams or external partners.
Track progress against timelines and goals.
Highlight risks or issues that need Board attention.

Communication & Reporting

Prepare clear updates, briefing notes, and reports for the Board and stakeholders.
Support the delivery of presentations, roundtables, or workshops to associated boards, agencies organisations and departments, where needed.
Help communicate the Board's goals, progress, and impact to a wider audience.

Key Skills and Experience:

Essential

Experience of managing and coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
Strong presentational skills.
Comfortable working across multiple topics and adapting to new challenges.
Good organisational skills, with attention to detail and deadlines.
Experience of engaging and building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including employers, educational providers and government bodies.
Able to work independently and take initiative.
Interest in skills development, economic growth or workforce planning.
Experience in producing high-quality written materials for a range of audiences.
Commitment to the goals and values of the Isle of Man Skills Strategy.

Desirable

Experience in policy, education, training or economic development.
Basic skills in analysing or interpreting data.
Knowledge of the Isle of Man's labour market or education system.
Experience in delivering skills, education, or workforce development programmes.
Experience of using Labour Market Information (LMI) to inform planning and delivery.

Your specialist: Mark Burman

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