Learning and Development Specialist

iKhokha; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic FinTech firm where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of learning and development. As an architect of growth, you will collaborate with the Learning Manager to create engaging training materials and manage impactful programs. This role focuses on transforming potential into performance, ensuring every learning experience resonates with the iK Tribe. You will thrive in a high-growth environment that values your contributions and offers competitive remuneration, visionary leadership, and a collaborative culture. If you're ready to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Study Leave Opportunities

Access to On-Demand Learning

Collaborative Culture

Onsite Amenities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in L&D, HR, or Fintech environments.
• Experience in instructional design and e-learning portals.

Responsibilities

• Identify training needs and develop impactful learning solutions.
• Coordinate in-house and external training sessions effectively.

Skills

Talent Development

Facilitation

HR Administration

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in HR

Relevant Tertiary Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Project Management Tools

Online Communication Tools

Job description

Company Description

iKhokha is a place where chance-takers become change-makers. At iKhokha, we believe in better. As one of the fastest-growing FinTechs in Africa, we've built a team of global change-makers who want to make an impact. We aim to empower small businesses in South Africa. Join us if you believe in a better future and want to be a chance-taker.

Job Description

You will be the architect of growth, working alongside the Learning Manager to craft and deliver impactful learning solutions. Your role involves identifying training needs, analyzing data, developing engaging training materials, and managing impactful programs to transform potential into performance. The goal is to future-proof our people and ensure every learning experience leaves a lasting impact on the iK Tribe.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning & Coordination:
   • Sourcing service providers for learning interventions
   • Briefing providers on program requirements
   • Communicating course details to stakeholders
   • Managing responses from delegates
   • Assisting with training needs analysis and information management
   • Updating project management boards
   • Coordinating in-house and external training sessions
   • Preparing training facilities and logistics
   • Managing the training calendar and induction programs
   • Scheduling diaries for the Learning Manager and presenters
2. Learning & Development:
   • Developing competency frameworks and training matrices
   • Reconciling accounts with finance
   • Producing learning materials and collaborating with subject matter experts
   • Creating engaging communications to promote learning
   • Ensuring legal compliance
   • Supporting a learning culture and initiatives
   • Liaising with SETAs and supporting graduate and learnership programs
   • Maintaining learning policies and assessment tools
   • Developing surveys to assess needs
3. Reporting:
   • Providing monthly reports on L&D activities and expenditure
   • Analyzing trends and maintaining records
   • Managing the online learning platform and ensuring its effectiveness
   • Supporting annual training and workforce planning reports
4. HR Admin:
   • Supporting HR initiatives and employee queries
   • Maintaining contact with learners for support
5. Research:
   • Researching industry trends and advancements
   • Engaging in continuous professional development
   • Staying updated with learning and tech trends

Qualifications

• Degree in HR or relevant tertiary qualification

Deal Breakers

• 3-5 years experience in high-performing, fast-paced environments in L&D, HR, or Fintech

Additional Skills & Knowledge

• Experience in talent development, facilitation, HR administration, SETA funded programs
• Instructional Design and e-learning portal experience
• Responsibility, accuracy, and reliability
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects
• Interpersonal and influencing skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, project management, and online communication tools

Additional Information

Perks of joining the Tribe:

• Work in a high-growth company with tangible results
• Competitive remuneration and benefits including medical aid and risk schemes
• Visionary leadership and study leave opportunities
• Access to on-demand learning and a collaborative culture
• Onsite amenities like coffee and beverages