Learning and Development Manager

Job Advert Summary

Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Learning & Development Manager. This is a National role with the successful candidate operating from their nearest Eduvos campus as a base. 

Type of Appointment :

Permanent (full-time position)

Purpose :

• To deliver the strategic and operational skills development agenda of the organisation relevant to organisational leadership and employees
• To enable the provision of best-in-class leadership and functional learning and development service offerings for delivery within Eduvos

Learning and Development Management
•  Analysis of business and operational training and development needs to enable the implementation of new training programs or modify existing programs
• Identification of appropriate and fit-for-purpose learning and development initiatives ensuring alignment to business requirements and priorities
• Identification of leading and appropriate leadership development programs and initiatives in collaboration with Talent Management suitable for Eduvos 
• Identification and sourcing of suitable suppliers for both operational business training and leadership development in collaboration with business leaders, Talent Management, and other key stakeholders
• Evaluation of supplier performance against contracts or SLAs relating to the effectiveness of training which includes training delivery methods, i.e. classroom training, digital learning, experiential learning, etc.
• Development of training materials including e-learning materials, handouts, workshops, presentations, etc. when required

Skills Development Facilitation and alignment with BBBEE
• Development, implementation and communication of a Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report encompassing the training deliverables and time frames in accordance with TETA requirements
• Implementation of an integrated WSP to effectively address business imperatives and consequent skills spend
• Implementation, submission, tracking, and reporting of the application of mandatory, pivotal and discretionary grants
Skills Audits
• Evaluation and assessment of the skills, knowledge, and abilities of employees, a department, or the whole organization to identify skills gaps and weaknesses by conducting skills audits 
• Determine the skills levels of employees in the organisation to inform and support the planning of future skills development programmes and initiatives
Governance, Reporting and Risk Management
• Development and implementation of policy, processes and controls to enable the effective management of learning and development in the organisation
• Identification of key risks that may impede the effectiveness of learning and development, and develop and implement effective mitigating plans and actions in collaboration with key stakeholders in the business
• Compilation and submission of formal and ad hoc reports timeously, accurately and in the required format to ensure compliance to both statutory and business management requirements 

Data Analytics in Reporting
•  Identification of key HRIS data and information for reporting purposes
•  Utilisation of data analytics in progress, performance, and management reports to improve the quality of information provided to management, to improve the effectiveness of decision making

Stakeholder Relations Management
• Establishment of sound relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers to support alignment and collaboration 
• Effective management of stakeholders to support the management of customer expectations

• A post-graduate degree is required, preferably in HRD / HR Management/Business Management or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in the L&D, of which a minimum of 3 years of experience in Learning & Development Manager or Senior Specialist positions
• Experience and knowledge in Leadership Development and Talent Developmentment
• SDF experience or similar accreditation will be advantageous
• Experience in the Higher Education industry would be advantageous 
• The incumbent will be expected to generate innovative solutions and proposals, and to exercise judgement and discretion in decision making within the constraints of the policies and processes of Eduvos

• Depth of knowledge and application and know-how of relevant regulatory frameworks (Skills Development Act, BBBEE, labour legislation, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of learning and development delivery methodologies and technology
• Sound knowledge of cutting-edge leadership development initiatives
• Working knowledge of talent management processes and methodologies
• Stakeholder management
• Operate within the policies and procedures of Eduvos.
• Recommend strategies, policies and processes to the HR leadership team within approved timeframes and budgets.
• Work closely with Talent Management to ensure alignment of Learning & Development with Talent Management processes
• Integration of learning and development with business requirements and the other functional areas within HR