Assistant Training Manager

About Department

The Financial Supervisors Academy (FSA) is licensed by Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and operates as a professional training academy. It offers specialised training programmes, delivered through a robust, evolving curriculum that aligns with MFSA’s mandate, international regulatory trends and best practices. The FSA is the cornerstone of MFSA’s dedication to cultivating a skilled, knowledgeable, and proactive regulatory workforce.

About the Role

The Assistant Training Manager will report to the Senior Academy Manager and play a pivotal role in supporting the development, delivery and evaluation of training programmes of the Financial Supervisors Academy (FSA). The position involves collaboration with subject matter experts, internal stakeholders, and external parties to ensure that training aligns with organisational objectives, regulatory standards, and best practices. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact FSA's operations and strategic initiatives, contributing to the professional development of MFSA employees and the broader financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily processes, including training logistics, administration, and reporting for the smooth running of Academy operations. 
• Assist in conducting the annual training needs analysis, designing the annual training curriculum, and delivering all programmes. 
• Research and integrate global best practices and emerging regulatory trends in financial regulation and supervision into training programmes.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to ensure training programmes meet organisational needs, as well as regulatory and strategic priorities.
• Act as a liaison between trainers, attendees, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth programme execution.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure engaging learning materials and effective training delivery methods.
• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, delivery, and monitoring of effectiveness.
• Analyse training outcomes and recommend improvements to enhance participant learning, learning techniques and programme impact.
• Maintain training records and documentation to ensure compliance with organisational policies.
• Generate reports on training activities, progress, and areas for improvement.
• Identify and execute opportunities to streamline and automate Academy processes, collaborating with stakeholders for enhancements.
• Provide guidance to team members whenever necessary, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Assist in FSA’s strategic initiatives outside of the business-as-usual, as assigned by the Senior Academy Manager. 
• Handle any other duties as assigned by the Head of Academy and/or as may be required by the MFSA from time to time based on the exigencies of the Authority.

About You

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A relevant academic qualification at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or higher, certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC), or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level. 
• A minimum of 6 years' prior experience in a related area such as training and development, education, HR and/or operational management.
• If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications but you have at least 11 years of relevant experience, we would still be interested in speaking with you.
• Familiarity with financial services, regulation, compliance, and/or supervisory frameworks is preferred.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Exceptional organisational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and build strong relationships. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a customer-centric mindset. 
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to evolving industry trends and organisational needs.

Other Information

The selected candidate will be given opportunities to learn and be trained for the role, through various mechanisms which the Authority holds, such as, the Financial Supervisors Academy and also on the job training.

The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.org.mt under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt.

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate’s appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Public Call Permit: 1185/2024