Learning and Organisation Development leader (Human Resources Deputy Director)
The primary purpose of this role is to lead programs in leadership development, talent management, learning and development, employee engagement, and health and wellness. This position manages a team of specialists who design and deploy programs aligned with organisational strategies. It involves engaging with key stakeholders and senior leaders to cultivate a values-driven workplace culture while addressing future talent and cultural needs.
Leadership and Talent Management
- Translate organisational development strategies into actionable programs that enhance employee capabilities.
- Design and evaluate leadership development and talent management initiatives in alignment with strategic goals.
- Lead a team of specialists, fostering a positive work environment that encourages professional growth and aligns with organisational values.
- Establish governance frameworks to manage portfolios effectively, including roles, processes, and evaluation metrics.
- Provide regular reports on program effectiveness, outcomes, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Oversee succession planning and talent management to identify and develop key talents for leadership roles.
- Implement career development strategies that support employee aspirations while meeting organisational needs.
- Anticipate workforce trends and develop strategies for reskilling and organisational renewal.
- Build capacity in talent management through training for managers on effective coaching and people management.
Employee Engagement
- Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement and communication, reinforcing a culture of care.
- Develop and implement engagement strategies based on employee feedback and best practices.
- Oversee communication initiatives to ensure employees are informed about HR activities and programs.
- Monitor strategies aimed at promoting employee health and wellness.
- Influence decision-making with relevant metrics, including the Employee Engagement Score.
Learning and Organisation Development
- Shape learning and development strategies that align with organisational priorities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to diagnose learning and organisational development needs and design interventions.
- Apply systems thinking to identify root causes of issues and develop action plans.
- Provide leadership and support for change management activities.
- Facilitate dialogues and programs to enhance organisational learning.
- Manage budgets effectively to meet learning and development objectives.
- Showcase career development approaches and implement values workshops to support organisational culture.
- Develop integrated systems for learning needs analysis and development planning.
Team Leadership
- Lead and develop a team focused on enhancing culture, employee engagement, and capability building.
- Stay updated on industry trends and share best practices related to learning and career development.
Requirements
- Extensive HR experience in Talent Management, Employee Engagement, and Learning & Development.
- Skilled in conceptualizing and implementing HR programs aligned with strategic goals.
- Strong communicator with the ability to engage diverse audiences and foster collaboration.
- Experienced in leading organisation-wide initiatives in dynamic environments.
- Analytical capabilities to interpret data for talent engagement and retention.
- Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience.
