Head of Training - Leadership and Organizational Development

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Training - Leadership and Organisational Development in Johannesburg. This role focuses on identifying high-potential employees and implementing world-class leadership training. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in leadership development and a relevant master's degree. The position offers a dynamic environment and engagement with senior management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in leadership development, talent management, or corporate training.
• Experience in building and executing leadership programs.
• Strong expertise in leadership coaching and succession planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-potential employees and implement leadership training.
• Ensure a strong succession pipeline for key roles.
• Collaborate with executives for stakeholder management.

Skills

Leadership and Executive Coaching

Succession Planning and Talent Analytics

Training and Development Program Design

Stakeholder Management

Change Management and Culture Building

Education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

Our client is seeking a Head of Training - Leadership and Organisational Development to join their team, based in Johannesburg.

Successful candidate will be responsible for identifying high-potential employees, implementing world-class leadership training, and ensuring a strong succession pipeline for key roles.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in:
• Organizational Development
• Leadership and Talent Development
• Human Resources (HR) or Industrial Psychology
• Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Leadership or HR
• Education and Training (specialization in executive or corporate learning)

Additional certifications (a plus):

• Certified Executive Coach (ICF, EMCC, or similar)
• Leadership Development and Talent Management Certifications (CIPD, SHRM-SCP, ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development)
• Change Management Certification (PROSCI)
• Advanced Challenger Sales Model Training

Experience and Skills:

• 10+ years in leadership development, talent management, or corporate training
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership or training role within a large or mid-sized organization
• Proven experience in building and executing leadership programs that resulted in measurable career growth
• Experience in succession planning and high-potential talent identification
• Track record of integrating leadership training into performance management
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, FMCG, or high-growth environments is a plus
• Strong expertise in:
• Leadership and Executive Coaching
• Succession Planning and Talent Analytics
• Training and Development Program Design
• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration with Executives
• Change Management and Culture Building

Interested candidates should email their CV and supporting documentation to [e-mail]. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.