Organizational Development Specialist at Ascentech Services Limited

About the Role

• We are seeking a proactive and highly experienced Learning and Development (L&D) Specialist to strengthen our organizational capability and drive talent development initiatives across our operations.
• This role is well-suited to a seasoned professional with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Learning & Development, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• The successful candidate will lead the design, execution, and evaluation of training programs, ensuring that workforce development is aligned with business objectives.
• This position requires a solid understanding of adult learning principles, strong facilitation skills, and a passion for improving employee performance through continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs assessments (TNA) in partnership with department heads to identify knowledge and skill gaps.
• Design and implement scalable learning programs including onboarding, compliance, technical, and soft skills training.
• Deliver in-house training sessions and manage vendor-led learning interventions.
• Utilize Learning Management Systems (LMS) to manage and track training activities.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using industry-recognized models (e.g., Kirkpatrick, ROI).
• Align learning strategies with organizational goals, talent development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date training records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate training logistics including schedules, materials, facilitators, and venues.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning across all business units.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related discipline.
• 6 - 10 years of relevant experience in an L&D or Training role, with proven success in the manufacturing sector.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR (HRCI), CIPD, or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design, adult learning methodologies, and training facilitation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital learning platforms.
• Flexibility to travel as needed for regional training programs.
• Residence in, or willingness to relocate to, Ikoyi, Lagos.