Employability, Skills & Terminology Trainer

Job Summary The Employability, Skills & Terminology Trainer is responsible for delivering engaging training on employability skills and terminology, assessing learner needs, and supporting learners to achieve outcomes. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop curriculum, facilitates effective learning experiences, and measures impact through evaluation and reporting. Key Responsibilities - Teaches classes according to the agreed schedules. - Prepares lesson plans and training exercises in line with the existing outlines and module descriptions as well as TVET and teaching best practice, as outlined by FIP requirements. - Develops schemes of work and lesson plans. - Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence to manage trainee behaviour, handle high-pressure classroom situations, and maintain a positive learning environment. - Encourages professional behaviour and a workplace-oriented mind set among trainees to enhance job readiness and employability skills. - Uses real-life industry scenarios (e.g, poultry, technical roles) to deliver employability skills in a practical and relatable manner. - Demonstrates strong understanding of industry-specific terminology and applies it effectively to meet the needs of trainees across different specializations - Takes active responsibility for the personal and social development of students including extra- curricular activities, tutorial provision etc. - Prepares tests and exams in coordination with a superior / colleague. - Grades student tests and exams in line with the set standards. - Provides performance reports on learner progress as required. - Takes responsibility for all program administration (registers, student tracking). - Coach trainees to improve performance and attitude. - Assess effectiveness of training approaches and methods. - Documents Course Materials and Lecture Plans in the shared drive, in the formats available and in FIP LMS. - Produce the relevant training manuals and training aids as required and maintain all relevant training records. - Conduct analysis and transmit reports of training activities to FIP on a regular basis. - Report on training activities on a monthly /weekly basis. - Participates in on-going professional development. - Adheres to feedback and development points from teaching and learning observations. 3 - Participates in the on-going growth of specialist department. - Supports operational objectives of the department. - Cooperates and liaises with other departments as required. - Providing mentoring, supervision, professional support, counselling and guidance for teachers. - Contributing to the leadership of department development planning and identifying priorities. - Assist Department Leader with the on-going identification of Training needs and plan effective implementation. - Assist Department Leader in preparing and implementing the FIP & TVTC’s Strategic Objectives. - Participates in college promotional and engagement activity, i.e. open days, parent’s days, staff development activity. - Carry out routine and adhoc administrative tasks as directed. - Acts in accordance to polytechnic policies. - Willing to work irregular hours, as and when required (evenings, weekends), in the interests of the organisation. Required Qualifications - X-Y years of experience in [field] - Demonstrated experience delivering training or teaching in a professional setting - Strong knowledge of employability skills and terminology - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to assess learning needs and adapt content for diverse audiences Preferred Qualifications - Experience in curriculum development and instructional design - Certification in training, facilitation, or related field - Familiarity with adult learning principles and assessment strategies Skills And Competencies - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Strong presentation and facilitation abilities - Curriculum design, lesson planning, and assessment development - Adaptability and cultural sensitivity - Problem-solving, critical thinking, and feedback delivery Education and Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) - Relevant certifications in training, instructional design, or workforce development (preferred)