Learning & Development Senior Officer

Qatar Electricity & Water Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Qatar is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to advise on L&D strategies, manage specialized training programs, and lead the Qatari Internship Program. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Master’s in Management, with a strong focus on training and policy development. This role is essential in shaping a skilled workforce for the future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Master’s degree in Management, preferably specializing in HR/L&D.
• Experience in training and development of technical staff.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic learning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Head of Learning and Development on L&D trends.
• Manage and oversee technical training programs for staff.
• Lead the Qatari Internship Program and provide guidance for junior colleagues.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Training and development

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s Degree in Management

Job description

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering + Master Degree in Management (HR/Learning & Development is preferable or, Master’s Degree in Management, specializing in Human Resources or Learning & Development

Responsibilities: Advise the Head of Learning and Development on current L&D trends to formulate new strategies. Developing new, reviewing and updating existing policies and procedures. Supports the achievement of Qatarization goals. Development and training of both Qatari trainees and established employees, as well as the wider workforce, to build a skilled and future-ready organization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and oversee specialized technical training and development programs for newly recruited technical trainees and existing staff.
• Technical Staff Training and Management Support in the planning and organization of technical learning/development and training programs for existing employees both overseas and locally.
• Assist in related training material development in coordination with internal teams, and/or through engaging external subject matter experts.
• Oversee and manage development programs for newly recruited technical trainees from high school or technical diploma backgrounds.
• Monitor and report on technical trainee performance and attendance, coordinating with various educational institutions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Advise the Head of L&D in order to create strategies aligned with current industry trends.
• Develop and implement strategic learning frameworks to support organizational growth.
• Staff Training and Management Support in the planning and organization of learning/development and training programs.
• Lead the Qatari Internship Program, ensuring the professional delivery of a best-in-class program.

Team Supervision: Provide guidance and on the job training for junior colleagues and conduct knowledge sharing to facilitate achievement of team objectives and completion of tasks in an efficient manner.

Budgeting and Financial Performance: Monitor the financial performance of a given area of activity versus budgets and ensure all activities are carried out in line with the approved guidelines.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures: Create new, review and update existing policies and procedures. Implement policies, systems and procedures for L&D so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled.