Learning and Development Specialist

B-Sure Talent Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A talent solutions firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced L&D Specialist to ensure employees develop the skills required for their roles. The role involves designing training programs, conducting assessments, and promoting continuous learning. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position offers a salary between R25,000 and R32,000 per month.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers to identify skills gaps using surveys and performance data.
• Develop training materials and workshops tailored to needs.
• Facilitate onboarding and training sessions.
• Measure training effectiveness via assessments and metrics.
• Design career paths and implement mentoring programs.
• Identify high-potential employees for succession planning.
• Promote self-directed learning resources.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

The L&D Specialist ensures employees develop the skills, knowledge, and capabilities needed for their roles and future growth. The mission is to embed continuous learning and strengthen succession pipelines.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required.

Salary: R25 000 – R32 000 per month.

Responsibilities

• Training Needs Analysis: Partner with managers annually to identify skills gaps, using surveys, interviews, and performance data.
• Program Design: Develop training materials, e-learning content, and workshops tailored to organisational needs.
• Delivery: Facilitate onboarding training, run in-person or virtual training sessions, and coordinate with external trainers when needed.
• Evaluation: Measure training effectiveness via surveys, assessments, and impact metrics (e.g., improved performance scores, reduced error rates).
• Career Development: Design career paths, implement mentoring/coaching programs, and support leadership development.
• Succession Planning: Identify high-potential employees, maintain talent profiles, and recommend development actions.
• Learning Culture: Promote self-directed learning resources, manage an internal knowledge library, and celebrate learning achievements.