Learning and Development Specialist

The role requires the incumbent to partner with the business to support a wide range of Learning & Development activities, ensuring that development goals are met. Responsibilities include coordinating leadership programs, facilitating inductions, and implementing competency matrices.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct annual Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) at various levels and analyze development investment requirements.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners (HRBP) and line managers on staff development planning and annual training plans.
• Customize and develop training programs to support line management requirements and facilitate courses as needed.
• Communicate and promote learning programs to ensure awareness and encourage participation.
• Coordinate and organize country-level programs, maintaining records of learning activities, investments, and vendors.
• Manage learning venues, coordinate attendees, and handle recharging as required.
• Follow up on training progress, gather feedback, and ensure training effectiveness and behavior change.
• Maximize opportunities for grants.
• Implement competency matrices and appropriate technical training in collaboration with line trainers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Manage the line trainer program, recommend appropriate trainers, monitor training standards, and maintain documentation.
• Ensure training policies and information are accessible and well-organized.
• Facilitate induction programs to familiarize new employees with the companys business, policies, and culture.
• Support leadership development by coordinating implementation of programs for managers and supervisors.
• Manage graduate and internship programs, maintaining records and relevant learning activities.

Requirements:

• Recognized Bachelor Degree (preferred)
• Train the Trainer Certification (preferred)
• 5 7 years of relevant Learning and Development and/or HR experience preferred
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Foundational project management skills
• Proficiency in software tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of training management and practices
• Strong influencing skills and ability to work effectively in a team structure
• Ability to translate strategies into realistic implementation plans
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and E-learning is beneficial
• Ability to support audits, reporting, and compliance
• Highly driven with good communication and interpersonal skills and strong initiative to learn and grow