Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) Hiring! Full Time Assistant Vice President - MTDC Academy in Selangor - Ricebowl

We’re Hiring: Assistant Vice President – MTDC Academy

Location: UPM–MTDC, Serdang

Division: Technology Ecosystem Development

Department: MTDC Academy

Are you passionate about developing future talent, building industry capability, and driving impactful training ecosystems? Join Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) as an Assistant Vice President – MTDC Academy and play a key role in strengthening Malaysia’s talent pipeline through strategic training, partnerships, and business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Networking & Ecosystem Development

• Identify and engage key stakeholders including industry experts, ministries, agencies, universities, and training partners.
• Develop strategic partnerships to support programme delivery and capability building.
• Participate in networking events, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Leverage LinkedIn and professional platforms to expand industry connections.
• Collaborate with ecosystem partners on joint initiatives and programmes.
• Continuously nurture relationships to ensure long-term collaboration and support.
• Convert network opportunities into funded programmes and strategic partnerships.

2. Accreditation & Programme Credibility

• Conduct studies on accreditation requirements and industry standards.
• Engage accrediting bodies and certification organisations aligned with programme goals.
• Develop documentation including syllabi, training materials, assessments, and evaluation frameworks.
• Ensure continuous quality assurance and compliance with accreditation standards.
• Provide capability development for trainers and internal teams.
• Promote programme accreditation and certification status to stakeholders.

3. Programme Implementation & Delivery Excellence

• Lead end-to-end execution of training and talent development programmes.
• Manage participant selection, onboarding, and engagement processes.
• Oversee professional capacity-building and industry-aligned training delivery.
• Coordinate industry exposure, attachments, and workplace learning initiatives.
• Support employability and placement outcomes where applicable.
• Monitor KPIs, budgets, timelines, and programme performance.
• Ensure full compliance with governance, accreditation, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure cost efficiency and financial sustainability in programme delivery.

4. Brand Positioning & Market Visibility

• Conduct brand audits and identify improvement opportunities.
• Define and strengthen MTDC Academy’s brand identity and value proposition.
• Develop content and thought leadership initiatives to enhance visibility.
• Form strategic partnerships to expand reach and market influence.
• Convert visibility efforts into leads, partnerships, and programme opportunities.

5. Business Development & Revenue Growth

• Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities across government, industry, and institutions.
• Lead proposals, RFP/RFQ submissions, and strategic programme pitches.
• Establish and monetise partnerships with ministries, agencies, GLCs, corporates, and universities.
• Drive revenue generation and ensure sustainability of programme portfolio.
• Innovate programmes aligned with market needs and funding priorities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management, TVET, Business, Entrepreneurship, or related field (Master’s is an advantage).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in TVET, training development, and entrepreneurship, including 5 years in a mid-management role.
• Strong experience in business development, stakeholder engagement, and partnership monetisation.
• Proven track record in proposal development and securing funded programmes.
• Strong commercial acumen (programme costing, pricing, financial viability).
• Wide network within training, TVET, and government ecosystem.
• Strong facilitation, coordination, and programme delivery skills.

Why MTDC?

At MTDC, we develop talent, strengthen industry capability, and build future-ready ecosystems for Malaysia’s technology sector. Join a mission-driven organisation committed to impactful training, innovation, and national development.

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