Learning and Development Specialist

Roles and responsibilities

Developing and implementing learning strategies and programs.
Ability to evaluate and research training options.
Collaborate with employees and managers to support career development and manage budgets & vendor relationships.
Familiarity with the new initiative program, and sports plan for indoor & outdoor for both workers and staff.
Proficient in MS Office, creative poster, and newsletter skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with employees.
Keeping up-to-date with developments in training.
A Learning and Development (L&D) specialist plays a crucial role in enhancing employee skills and promoting professional growth within an organization. Here are some key roles and responsibilities:

### Roles and Responsibilities

1. **Training Needs Analysis**:
- Assess the training needs of employees through surveys, interviews, and performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with management to identify skills gaps and areas for development.

2. **Program Design and Development**:
- Design and develop training programs, workshops, and materials tailored to the needs of the organization.
- Utilize various instructional methods and technologies to enhance learning experiences.

3. **Delivery of Training**:
- Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
- Use effective teaching techniques to engage participants and encourage active learning.

4. **Performance Evaluation**:
- Measure the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.
- Adjust training methods and materials based on evaluation results.

5. **Career Development Support**:
- Provide guidance and support for employee career development and progression.
- Help employees set personal and professional development goals.

6. **Collaboration with Stakeholders**:
- Work with department heads and management to align training initiatives with organizational goals.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

7. **Resource Management**:
- Manage training budgets, resources, and materials effectively.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in learning and development.

8. **Technology Integration**:
- Implement and manage learning management systems (LMS) and other digital learning tools.
- Explore and leverage e-learning technologies to enhance training delivery.

9. **Coaching and Mentoring**:
- Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring to employees seeking professional development.
- Support team leaders in developing their coaching skills.

10. **Compliance and Regulations**:
- Ensure that training programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain records of training activities and employee participation.

### Skills and Qualifications

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
- Experience with learning technologies and tools.
- Ability to analyze data and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Project management and organizational skills.

This role is essential in fostering a learning culture that enhances employee performance and drives organizational success.

Desired candidate profile

1. **Training Needs Analysis**:
- Assess the training needs of employees through surveys, interviews, and performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with management to identify skills gaps and areas for development.

2. **Program Design and Development**:
- Design and develop training programs, workshops, and materials tailored to the needs of the organization.
- Utilize various instructional methods and technologies to enhance learning experiences.

3. **Delivery of Training**:
- Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
- Use effective teaching techniques to engage participants and encourage active learning.

4. **Performance Evaluation**:
- Measure the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.
- Adjust training methods and materials based on evaluation results.

5. **Career Development Support**:
- Provide guidance and support for employee career development and progression.
- Help employees set personal and professional development goals.

6. **Collaboration with Stakeholders**:
- Work with department heads and management to align training initiatives with organizational goals.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

7. **Resource Management**:
- Manage training budgets, resources, and materials effectively.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in learning and development.

8. **Technology Integration**:
- Implement and manage learning management systems (LMS) and other digital learning tools.
- Explore and leverage e-learning technologies to enhance training delivery.

9. **Coaching and Mentoring**:
- Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring to employees seeking professional development.
- Support team leaders in developing their coaching skills.

10. **Compliance and Regulations**:
- Ensure that training programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain records of training activities and employee participation.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
- Experience with learning technologies and tools.
- Ability to analyze data and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Project management and organizational skills.

This role is essential in fostering a learning culture that enhances employee performance and drives organizational success.