Learning and Development Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development & certs

Hybrid work arrangement

Engaging work environment in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to design, implement, and evaluate training programs that enhance employee skills and performance. You will collaborate with department heads to identify learning needs and create content that aligns with growth and organizational goals.

The role focuses on developing engaging content, delivering workshops and e-learning, and managing LMS operations to support a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Education, Psychology, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience designing and delivering L&D programs.
• Proficiency in instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Experience with LMS and e-learning tools.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs and develop comprehensive learning and development programs.
• Design and create engaging training materials, including presentations, workshops, and e-learning modules.
• Facilitate training sessions for various employee groups.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Manage the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in adult learning and development.

Skills

Instructional design

LMS proficiency

Facilitation

Presentation

Adult learning

E-learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Education/Psychology

Tools

LMS

E-learning tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and dedicated Learning and Development Specialist to join their team in Kimberley. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs that enhance employee skills, knowledge, and performance. You will work closely with department heads to identify learning needs and develop engaging content that supports both individual growth and organizational objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the development pathways for employees and foster a culture of continuous learning within a supportive environment that offers hybrid work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess training needs and develop comprehensive learning and development programs.
• Design and create engaging training materials, including presentations, workshops, and e-learning modules.
• Facilitate training sessions for various employee groups.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Manage the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in adult learning and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in designing and delivering learning and development programs.
• Proficiency in instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning tools.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• A positive and engaging work environment in Kimberley.