Corporate Trainer (Leadership Development)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Travel opportunities

Bonuses

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Corporate Trainer specializing in Leadership Development in Nelspruit. The role combines on-site delivery with remote curriculum development in a Hybrid setup, shaping future leaders across management levels.

You will design, deliver, and evaluate programs, employing adult-learning principles and varied facilitation methods to engage participants and drive results. Strong facilitation and collaboration with HR are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or a related field.
• Master's degree or CPLP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate training with a focus on leadership development.
• Proven expertise in designing and facilitating leadership training programs.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and diverse training methodologies.
• Experience with Hybrid training delivery models and virtual facilitation platforms.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop leadership development training programs, modules, and materials.
• Deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and seminars both in-person and virtually.
• Assess training needs within the organization and identify leadership development gaps.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and metrics.
• Use diverse instructional methods including case studies, simulations, and group discussions.
• Coach and mentor participants to apply learned leadership skills.
• Collaborate with HR and business unit leaders to align initiatives with goals.
• Stay updated on leadership development trends and adult learning practices.
• Manage training logistics: scheduling, registration, and materials distribution.
• Maintain records of training activities and participant progress.

Skills

Leadership training

Curriculum design

Facilitation

Adult learning

Presentation skills

Communication

Hybrid delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / HR / Education

Master's degree or CPLP certification

Tools

LMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent multinational corporation with significant operations in Nelspruit, is seeking an experienced Corporate Trainer specializing in Leadership Development. This dynamic role involves designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities across various management levels within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional facilitation skills, a strong understanding of adult learning principles, and the ability to create engaging and impactful learning experiences. This position operates on a Hybrid model, requiring regular on-site presence in Nelspruit for program delivery and team collaboration, alongside remote work for curriculum development and administrative tasks. We are looking for a passionate educator to shape the future leaders of our client's business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive leadership development training programs, modules, and materials.
• Deliver engaging and effective training sessions, workshops, and seminars both in-person and virtually.
• Assess training needs within the organization and identify key areas for leadership development.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods and tools to facilitate learning, including case studies, simulations, role‑playing, and group discussions.
• Coach and mentor participants to support their application of learned leadership skills.
• Collaborate with HR and business unit leaders to align training initiatives with organizational goals.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in leadership development and adult learning.
• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, participant registration, and material distribution.
• Maintain records of training activities, participant progress, and feedback.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPLP) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate training, with a strong focus on leadership development.
• Proven expertise in designing and facilitating leadership training programs.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and various training methodologies.
• Experience with Hybrid training delivery models and virtual facilitation platforms.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and learning management systems (LMS).

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and travel.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Nelspruit.
• Contribution towards building future leaders.
• Potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Generous leave entitlement.