To deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring the role fulfills its core objectives while aligning with organizational goals and fostering team performance.
This position will develop and execute a forward-thinking learning strategy and curriculum designed to strengthen both organizational and individual competencies across global and local teams, ensuring all employees possess the necessary skills and knowledge to achieve outstanding performance. By championing best practices in learning and leadership development, the role cultivates a culture of continuous growth and inclusivity. It plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission by enabling staff to perform at their highest potential, advancing equity, and improving overall operational effectiveness.
Principal Accountabilities
We are responsible for creating and maintaining an innovative learning and development strategy, comprehensive frameworks, and dynamic curricula that encompass leadership, mandatory management training, personal effectiveness, and other critical organizational capability domains. Our initiatives are designed to be adaptable and scalable, ensuring they effectively enhance and sustain organizational capability across the enterprise.
Develop and execute a comprehensive Global Leadership and Management Curriculum aimed at enhancing SCI Leadership and Management competencies.
Works closely with People Partners, the Head of Talent, and other key stakeholders to evaluate learning requirements, develop detailed learning strategies, design targeted interventions, and oversee the successful implementation of high-impact development programs.
Cultivate an inclusive and nurturing learning atmosphere by embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into every aspect of training content and delivery methods.
Assess the impact of learning interventions by consistently gathering feedback, tracking progress, and compiling detailed reports to foster ongoing enhancement and ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.
Transform organizational cultural competence by fostering awareness, deepening understanding, and cultivating respect for diverse cultural perspectives across all educational programs and initiatives.
Develop strategic alliances to secure funding and maximize the impact of tailored learning resources to Save the Children.
Oversee the Learning and Development budget and shape global funding allocations for L’D.
The role empowers the Learning and Leadership Team, as well as the wider learning and development community, by fostering skill enhancement and professional growth.
Seeking a candidate with a proven track record and the necessary competencies for success in this role. The ideal applicant will bring extensive hands-on experience along with a diverse skill set tailored to the position’s demands. Proficiency in key areas such as [specific skills, e.g., project management, technical expertise, or industry-specific knowledge] is essential, as is the ability to apply these skills effectively in dynamic environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities are also required to navigate challenges and collaborate with stakeholders. Additionally, familiarity with [relevant tools, methodologies, or regulations] will be advantageous in executing responsibilities with precision and efficiency.
Essential
Proven expertise in the end-to-end management of learning and development initiatives at scale, demonstrated through a successful track record.
With a proven track record in driving innovation and excellence within learning and development, you bring deep expertise in best practices and thought leadership—spanning leadership and management development, foundational learning theories, and forward-thinking learning design.
With a strong background in cultivating inclusive learning environments and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within an organizational setting, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in these areas.
Experienced in collaborating with senior leaders and critical stakeholders to ensure learning initiatives are strategically aligned and prioritized in accordance with organizational objectives.
With a strong background in instructional design, you will create, develop, and deliver comprehensive blended learning solutions, leveraging expertise in both digital and traditional educational methodologies.
With extensive expertise in the design and deployment of innovative learning tools and technologies, the ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience to the role.
Strategic Thinking: Capable of establishing ambitious and demanding objectives for both personal and team development while maintaining a forward-looking and globally minded perspective. Demonstrated expertise in translating intricate requirements into actionable, practical strategies.
The role demands a capacity for effectively managing multiple, sometimes contradictory, priorities while ensuring that all decisions support the overarching strategic objectives.
Proven ability to conceptualize and implement groundbreaking solutions, demonstrating a willingness to embrace calculated risks in pursuit of advancement.
Demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, fostering an environment of approachability and relatability while effectively motivating and supporting team members.
Desirable
Proven expertise in coaching and mentoring professionals across multiple organizational levels, fostering leadership growth and development through targeted guidance and support.
Candidates must possess a relevant educational background and meet specific qualification requirements to be considered for this role. A degree in a pertinent field, along with any necessary certifications or professional licenses, is essential to ensure alignment with the role’s demands. Additionally, prior work experience in a similar capacity is highly valued, as it demonstrates practical competence and familiarity with industry standards. Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning are also critical attributes for success in this position.
A degree or certification in Human Resources recognized by professional bodies is advantageous, with a focus on continuous learning highly valued, though not mandatory.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
