Recruitment and Training Manager

Job Title: Recruitment and Training Manager

Reports To: Head of People & Culture Location: 11 Mile, Sogeri Road, Port Moresby, NCD Employment Type: Full-Time (3 Years)

Job Purpose

The Recruitment and Training Manager is responsible for leading and managing both the talent acquisition and learning & development functions within IBSUniversity and its affiliated entities.

This role ensures the organization attracts, hires, and retains high-quality talent while also developing employee capability through structured training programs. The position supports IBS’s strategic goals by building a skilled workforce and fostering a culture of continuous learning, performance, and excellence.

The Recruitment and Training Manager plays a critical role in shaping IBS’s workforce by attracting top talent and building employee capability, ensuring the organization continues to grow and achieve its mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition Strategy
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies for academic, administrative, and technical roles
• Collaborate with department heads to identify current and future staffing needs
• Build talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices
• End-to-End Recruitment Process
• Manage the full recruitment cycle (job posting, sourcing, screening, interviews, selection)
• Develop job descriptions and interview frameworks
• Manage relationships with recruitment agencies, job boards, and networks
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process
• Employer Branding
• Promote IBS as an employer of choice through branding and social media
• Represent IBS at job fairs, career expos, and industry events
• Develop recruitment marketing materials
• Onboarding & Employee Integration
• Design and manage onboarding programs for new hires
• Ensure smooth integration of employees into the organization
• Align onboarding with IBS culture, values, and expectations
• Training Strategy & Planning
• Develop and implement the organization’s Learning & Development (L&D) strategy
• Conduct training needs analysis across all IBS entities
• Prepare annual training plans and budgets
• Training & Development Programs
• Design and deliver training programs (technical, soft skills, leadership, compliance)
• Coordinate internal and external training providers
• Support employee development and career progression
• Performance & Capability Building
• Work with managers to address performance gaps through targeted training
• Support performance management initiatives
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure recruitment and training activities comply with policies and regulations
• Maintain accurate records and reports for recruitment and training
• Track metrics such as time-to-fill, training participation, and effectiveness
• Team Leadership and Collaboration
• Lead and mentor recruitment and training teams
• Collaborate with department heads and stakeholders across all IBS arms
• Support shared services delivery across IBSUniversity and IBS College of TVET

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or related field
• Master’s degree is an advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in recruitment, training, or HR
• Proven experience in talent acquisition and learning & development
• Experience in education or shared services environment is an advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of recruitment and training practices
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of labor laws and expatriate processes

Work Environment

This role operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, supporting multiple departments across IBSUniversity and affiliated entities. The position requires strong coordination, stakeholder engagement and training activities.