Group Learning and Development Manager at Jotna Nigeria Limited

We are looking for a Group Learning and Development (L & D) Manager role who will oversee the design, development, implementation and management of all training programs, including setting up and management of technical training academy with relevant stakeholders for the Group. The role will ensure learning is targeted and optimised to improve functional and behavioural competencies for the Group.

The role will also ensure the formulation, approval, and implementation of a human resource learning and development policy that aligns with corporate objectives and goals of the Group.

The role will work with the Group Head of Human Resources and other stakeholders to conduct competency mapping and succession planning and implementation for critical roles within the Group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Design and develop technical training curriculum which aligns with organizational and employee needs
• Conduct training needs assessment to identify skill gaps for development
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through the various assessment methods.
• Curriculum design & development with internal & external resources as appropriate.
• Ensure effective processes are in place for leadership development across the Group.
• Represent the Group externally on Learning and Development.
• Oversee the knowledge management aspects of the Group Technical Training Academy.               

POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND SAP TRAININGS

• Formulate L&D policies that aligns with the business strategy of the Group and ensure implementation of appropriate L&D programs that meet the requirements set by the Group for the short and longer term.
• Ensue full planning and execution of all SAP Modules trainings across all employees categories.
• Formulate L&D policies for setting up operations of a Technical Training Academy.

FUNCTIONAL CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND EXECUTION

• Ensure the development of training programs (operational training, managerial training, job rotation, special assignments) that will qualify employees to meet their job requirements and decide on make or buy with regard to training programs in order to ensure that those programs will be executed within qualifications at the lowest costs.
• Ensure Development & Execution of Functional training plans and programmes as outlined by HODs and Business Heads.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

• Ensure the consistent and efficient use of the performance appraisal system by line management to capture training and development needs for continuous improved performance.

SYSTEM AND PROCESSES/SETTING UP OF TECHNICAL TRAINING ACADEMY

• Ensure the development of systems of career planning, consistent with the overall Human Resources strategy and, in coordination with line management and the Group Head, Human Resources, decide on actions to ensure that the Group will be able to fill positions with qualified and experienced management at all levels in the organisation in the short and the long term.
• Facilitate the planning, setting up of Technical Training Academy for the Group.

BUDGETING

• Budget management, tracking and analysis (recommend plans, manage internal & external costs and analyse results against plan).
• Training vendor selection and contracting.

EXTERNAL RELATIONS

• Interface with ITF and other regulatory/external agencies as appropriate
• Represent the Group externally on Learning and Development.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant is required.
• Must have a Post Graduate Degree i.e., M.Sc., MBA, PGD.
• Professional qualification, such as CIPM, SHRM or CIPD is essential.
• Minimum of 10 years work experience in a similar role.
• Manufacturing/FMCG/Food and Beverage experience.
• Knowledge of HR Strategy, Policies & Procedures.
• Knowledge of Human Resource Planning and Performance Management.
• Knowledge in Human Resource Information System.
• Knowledge of Training Academy Operations.
• Knowledge of Organisational Development and Change Management.
• Excellent Organization and Planning Skills.
• Team Building Skills.
• Strategic Partnering and Business Advisory Skills

EXTERNAL RELATIONS

• Interface with ITF and other regulatory/external agencies as appropriate
• Represent the Group externally on Learning and Development.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant is required.
• Must have a Post Graduate Degree i.e., M.Sc., MBA, PGD.
• Professional qualification, such as CIPM, SHRM or CIPD is essential.
• Minimum of 10 years work experience in a similar role.
• Manufacturing/FMCG/Food and Beverage experience.
• Knowledge of HR Strategy, Policies & Procedures.
• Knowledge of Human Resource Planning and Performance Management.
• Knowledge in Human Resource Information System.
• Knowledge of Training Academy Operations.
• Knowledge of Organisational Development and Change Management.
• Excellent Organization and Planning Skills.
• Team Building Skills.
• Strategic Partnering and Business Advisory Skills