Talent And Development Senior Specialist

Talent development specialists are responsible for identification, development, implementation, and evaluation of solutions & tools that help individuals grow in alignment with organizational goals & strategies. Also, this person helps with design, development, implementation & evaluation of processes related to talent & leadership development.

Description

• Designs & implements skill gap analysis.
• Design, plan, and implement various training programs, including workshops, seminars, and e-learning courses.
• Evaluates the success of development solutions, tools & processes and help employees make the most of learning opportunities.
• Collects, maintains & analyses talent & leadership development data (e.g. training activities, attendance, training satisfaction & effectiveness, results of tests and assessments, etc.).
• Monitoring and reviewing the progress of trainees.
• Helping line managers and trainers solve specific training problems.
• Keeping up-to-date with developments in HR & learning & development field.
• Having an understanding of adult learning methodologies and related knowledge.
• Implements talent management and succession planning programs to help with business excellence and continuity.
• Develop policies & documents necessary for talent & leadership development.
• Manage relationships with development vendors, including selection, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation.
• Assist in the job promotion process by assessing the leadership skills of candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and leadership competencies.

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to deliver timely results.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new things and adapt effectively to changing situations.
• Ability to evaluate and research development options and alternatives.
• ability to read, understand, and extract meaningful information from data
• Adjust quickly to changing priorities and maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Generate new ideas and approaches to training and development.
• Interpret and leverage data effectively to inform decisions and strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders effectively to align training strategies with business objectives and ensure stakeholder buy-in.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of key learning and development field concepts & methodologies functions and processes.
• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Proficiency in using LMS to create, track, and manage training initiatives.
• E-Learning Development Tools: Skilled in using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar for developing interactive e-learning content.
• Data Analysis Software: Ability to use data analysis tools to measure training effectiveness and make informed decisions.
• Project Management Software: Familiarity with project management tools to oversee training projects from conception to completion.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint for creating training materials and reports.
• Webinar Platforms: Experience in hosting webinars using platforms like Skyroom & Microsoft Teams.

Minimum academic and professional qualifications:

        Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Training and Development, or a related field required.

Experience:

·       At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.