The Challenge
In 2021, DevelopmentWA approached Essemy with the objective of embarking on the build of an organisational learning and development strategy to transform an ad-hoc training approach into a strategic initiative.
The aim was to foster a strong learning culture across the organisation. Following initial consultations with DevelopmentWA’s key personnel, it was identified that DevelopmentWA needed a comprehensive solution to embed learning within their performance and development process.
The requirements included:
- Customised multi-pathway learning options alongside a robust catalogue of workshops
- Targeted support for emerging leaders, and
- A strategic five-year development roadmap
The Solution
In response, Essemy co-designed and implemented a bespoke learning and development framework in collaboration with DevelopmentWA. The solution included conducting personalised discovery sessions with managers to uncover and prioritise the specific development needs of their teams.
Leveraging these insights, Essemy curated multiple learning pathways beyond traditional workshops. Essemy assisted DevelopmentWA in analysing performance planning data to extract actionable insights, provided recommendations for a coaching panel, trained internal mentors and created a roadmap of other external pathways. Additionally, the concept of a continuous learning journey was integrated into the performance and development planning process to double up as a talent attraction tool.
The Impact
This partnership encompasses an annual calendar of tailored programs, alongside ad-hoc training initiatives addressing organisational imperatives like ethics and integrity training.
DevelopmentWA’s employee engagement survey ranked Learning and Development as the preeminent benefit of employment, underscoring the program’s impact. Every employee at DevelopmentWA is taking up the opportunity for learning and development is a key benefit to working at DevelopmentWA.
