Director of Training and Certification - Red Hat

• Develop and Implement Training Programs: Design, develop, and oversee the implementation of comprehensive training programs for Red Hat products and solutions.
• Certification Development: Lead the creation and maintenance of certification exams and processes, ensuring they are rigorous, relevant, and up-to-date with industry standards.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality assurance processes for training materials and certification exams to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of training programs and certification processes.

• Program Development: Develop and manage training and certification programs, ensuring they meet the strategic goals of Red Hat.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocate resources to various programs, ensuring optimal utilization and adherence to budget constraints.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders to ensure program objectives are understood and met.

• Vendor Relationships: Manage relationships with external training and certification vendors, ensuring they meet Red Hats standards and requirements.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with Red Hats strategic goals.
• Vendor Performance: Monitor and evaluate vendor performance, providing feedback and implementing improvements as necessary.
• Collaboration: Work closely with vendors to develop and enhance training materials and certification exams.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans for the training and certification department, aligning with Red Hats overall business objectives.
• Budget Management: Oversee the departments budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of training and certification professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure training and certification programs meet their needs.

• Bachelors Degree: Information Technology, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Masters Degree: Preferred in a relevant field.

• IT Training and Certification: Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT training and certification, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Vendor Management: Proven experience in managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.
• Program Management: Strong program management skills with a track record of successfully leading complex programs.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading complex projects.

• Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with organizational goals.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Red Hat technologies and solutions, as well as industry standards for IT training and certification.
• Quality Assurance: Experience in establishing and maintaining quality assurance processes for training and certification programs.

• Relevant Certifications: Certifications in Red Hat technologies or other IT certifications are highly desirable.

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