JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION: Job Title: Learning and Development ManagerJob Type: PermanentJob Industry: NGO - Heath SectorLocation: Parktown, JohannesburgMAIN JOB PURPOSE: To provide technical expert service, support, and manage the level of risk on learning and development matters in the business. Drive the L&D activity lifecycle, from need analysis, sourcing of supplier and content design to evaluation of activities and analysis of gap closure, all in line with business and HR strategies. The Learning and Development Manager will develop, implement, and advise the business on L&D strategies, policies, processes, and best practice ensuring achievement required for statutory compliance and close Learning and development gaps in the business. This role is accountable for the execution of the organisation wide talent and learning development blueprint. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Strategic Planning and Execution:Develop, maintain, and ensure effective implementation of outcome-focused Learning and Development (L&D) Strategy in consultation with HR Executives and in line with the Business and Human Resource Strategy.Manage and oversee the delivery of the development interventions.Develop means of measuring and ensure effectiveness of all talent development and learning interventions.Design and develop the learning plans for the talent in the organisation.Identify and assess future and current training needs.Ensure the buy-in of the business in the implementation of talent development and management initiatives.Manage the Leadership Development programmes using the most appropriate methods and ensure a sufficient pool of potential future Managers.Align learning and development with EE (Employment Equity) and WSP targets.Develop and monitor spending against allocated budgets.2. Training:Analyse training needs, identify and facilitate training programs for the business and improve efficiencies in training and skills development.Evaluate learning and development programmes; modify and adapt where necessary as per business changes.Design and implement compliance processes and policies. Perform all other tasks related to training or skills development required by the company. 3. BBBEE & Skills Development Committee requirements:Integrate Skills Development strategy with the National Skills Act and HWSETA scarce skills needs.Ensure that the training needs identified by the Skills Development Committee is addressed and implemented in consultation with management and in line with the SD strategy.Ensure compliance of the skills development category in the organisations BBBEE scorecard.Monitor and source funding in the form of Mandatory and Discretionary grants from HWSETA.Maintain an efficient filing/organizing system to keep evidence of all documentation relevant to training occurring within the organization including attendance registers, invoices, certificates issued and agreements.4. Learnerships & Internships:Identify opportunities and guide on implementation of Learnerships and Internship programmes.Implement BBBEE compliant Learnership programmes.Ensure that Learnerships and Internship programmes achieve the desired outcome for the organisation.Manage and administrate learnerships, mentorship, or any other formal training deemed necessary for the development of the company's SD strategy.Collaborate with different stakeholders or service providers to ensure that YES/ learnership programmes are managed efficiently.Plan and coordinate HWSETA Induction training.5. Reporting and Analysis:Submit Workplace Skills Plan (WSP), Annual Training reports to HWSETA annually on time.Submit all other reports related to training and skills as required by the HR Executive.Analyses, prepare and present reports related to skills development and training and introduce best practice.QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:1. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelors Degree in HR/Learning and Development and 6 years of progressive experience Learning & Development Management OR Masters degree and 4 years of progressive experience.Being a trained and registered as SDF is prerequisite.Experience in conceptualising, creating, and delivering training in a complex business environment. Experience in planning and developing training initiatives based on business requirements Excellent planning, co-ordination, and project management skills (essential).Proven ability to create structure, manage and influence various role players and meet deadlines. Proficient in all MS Packages-PowerPoint, Word, Excel.2. Technical Knowledge and Skills:Extensive knowledge of a highly L&D Technical field as well as applicable laws, regulations, and general instructions.Highly qualified and recognised expert in L&D field. Expert knowledge of L&D reporting.Project Management Skills.Ability to influence all stakeholders.Ability to identify and seek out, plan, and mobilise new learning initiatives.Good leadership skills Analytical and resourceful.3. Generic Skills:Ability to manage teams, initiate and organise work, establish priorities.Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to establish and maintain strong relationships.Innovative and creative problem solver Ability to work under pressure to conform to deadlines.PACKAGE & REMUNERATION:Will be agreed based on qualifications, applicable experience, and previous earnings.
