Learning & Development Lead

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Description

This role is responsible for the identification and prioritization of learning and development initiatives, directing the planning and implementation of learning and competency management. This role will also have a critical reporting function to relevant statutory bodies, Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs), internal Agency HR structures. This role will execute these duties in line with the Group Learning and Development strategic agenda. The role will also work with other stakeholders to ensure the Accreditation of the GroupM Graduate Academy and the maintenance of the accreditation status with the MICT SETA. This role is responsible to lead the Groupm GradX Africa Academy, which is responsible for all learning and development for the Academy. This role will execute its duties in line with the Group Learning and Development strategic agenda. The main program currently run by the GradX Africa Academy is the GradX program aimed at developing selected graduates into well rounded media practitioners. The Academy lead will be responsible for to developing new programs in collaboration with Agencies HR and Groupm HR Talent Teams. This role will also have a critical reporting function to relevant statutory bodies, Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). The role will also work with other stakeholders to ensure the Accreditation of the GroupM Graduate Academy and the maintenance of the accreditation status with the MICT SETA. The role will also be responsible for the expansion of the GradX Africa Academy into Sub Sahara Africa and ensuring that the learning material is relevant for all participating markets.

Responsibilities

• Designing & implementing Training Needs Analyses (TNAs) processes
• Designing skills audit tools and conducting skills audits at regular prescribed intervals/as required
• Analysing and prioritizing skills requirements in line with the Group L&D Strategy
• Developing, implementing and monitoring implementation of Personal Development Plans
• Defining and managing the competency framework and developing plans to enhance competency development across the organisation
• Formulating and implementing the L&D strategy for the Group
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring implementation GradX Africa Academy Learning & Development programs
• Supporting the Group HR team to formulate the L&D strategy for the Group and implementing it

Qualifications

• Degree specializing in Learning and Development
• Skills Development Facilitator Certification
• Qualified assessor and moderator
• Qualification in content design an advantage (refer comment below)
• 5 – 10 years’ experience as an L&D Specialist or similar role
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an SDF
• Familiar with e-learning platforms and practices
• Proficient in MS Office

Application instructions:

• Language: Must be proficient in English, both written and spoken. You can forward your application to our website