Head of Training - Leadership and Organizational Development

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T / A MPC Recruitment Group EC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Training to lead Leadership and Organisational Development initiatives. This pivotal role involves identifying and implementing world-class training programs while ensuring a robust succession pipeline for key positions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in leadership development and talent management, with a proven track record in corporate training within dynamic environments. Join a forward-thinking team in Johannesburg and make a significant impact on organizational growth and leadership excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in leadership development and talent management.
• Experience in integrating leadership training into performance management.

Responsibilities

• Identify world-class leadership training programs.
• Ensure a strong succession pipeline for key roles.

Skills

Leadership Development

Talent Management

Corporate Training

Succession Planning

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master’s degree in Organizational Development

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

MBA with focus on Leadership

Job description

Head of Training - Leadership and Organisational Development

Join our team based in Johannesburg as the Head of Training, focusing on Leadership and Organisational Development.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying world-class leadership training programs and ensuring a strong succession pipeline for key roles.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:

• 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 are a plus, such as:

• 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 Required:

1. 10+ years of experience in leadership development, talent management, or corporate training
2. At least 5 years in a senior leadership or training role within a large or mid-sized organization, building and executing leadership programs that resulted in measurable career growth
3. Experience in succession planning and high-potential talent identification
4. Track record of successfully integrating leadership training into performance management
5. Experience working in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, FMCG, or a high-growth corporate environment (preferred)
6. Strong expertise in:

• Leadership and Executive Coaching
• Succession Planning and Talent Analytics
• Training and Development Program Design
• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration with Executives