Apparel designer Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Job ID : 9041

Working Business Language : English. This role is considered a head-office role and will be required to communicate with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language for this role is English. As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English.

Salary : At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to : your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range : $75,000 - $95,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.

About Us : At Wawanesa, we’re proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations : Winnipeg, MB; Wawanesa, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Lethbridge, AB; Toronto, ON; Kitchener, ON; Thunder Bay, ON; Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC; Moncton, NB; Dartmouth, NS.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Working under minimal supervision, this job contributes to Wawanesa’s success by providing instruction and program design expertise in the development and implementation of comprehensive training programs using a blend of learning methodologies in support of Wawanesa’s strategic initiatives and enterprise wide training programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course curriculum and content that enhances retention and transfer of learning – source and use photographs, tutorials, online videos, drawings, diagrams, animation, and charts that increase learners’ understanding as required.
• Execute on end to end planning, design, and development of training deliverables including classroom, eLearning and supporting resource materials (e.g. training curriculum, webinars, eLearning, classroom exercises, presentations, demos, how-to videos, job aids, etc.).
• Conduct interviews / learning needs assessments to identify knowledge and skills gaps, and relevant training requirements.
• Design and develop training programs that establish learning objectives, create knowledge and build skills using appropriate learning methods (e.g. checks in / assessments, simulations, scenario-based questions, mentoring, on the job learning).
• Assess, determine and propose appropriate learning methods and deliverables, including eLearning, Instructor Led (ILT) or Virtual Lead Training (VLT).
• Design and develop new, or modify existing instructional materials to support learning needs and training requirements.
• Work collaboratively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to assess stakeholder learning needs and develop appropriate curriculum to meet learning requirements.
• Collaborate proactively with project team members and other internal / external stakeholders to design and implement effective learning solutions.
• Provide train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Develop and implement an effective evaluation process for all training programs to ensure follow up with participants and that training requirements are met.
• Incorporate technology and adult learning theory to increase offerings of training solutions (audio, video, interactions, simulations, role plays, games, etc.).
• Maintain all eLearning, ILT, VLT courses for relevance, update as needed and maintain versioning.
• Coordinate training / learning events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Wawanesa is proud to be one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, a Kincentric Best Employer in Canada and a Forbes Best Employer in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!

Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging : Wawanesa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all. Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status : race / ethnicity, colour, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy / childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. Disability or medical-related accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

If you are interested in this exciting, challenging position with Wawanesa, apply today with your Resume.

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