Learning & Development Manager - Africa & Middle East

Barrick Gold Investments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company in Johannesburg is looking for a dynamic Learning & Development Manager to lead training initiatives across multiple operations in Africa and the Middle East. This role involves developing a comprehensive L&D strategy aligned with corporate goals, enhancing safety performance, and ensuring effective transfer of skills. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in L&D, particularly in the mining sector, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Bonuses and site-specific benefits

Opportunities to grow and learn

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in learning & development, with at least 5 years in management.
• Proven leadership of learning initiatives in multi-site operations.
• Strong financial and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive AME Learning & Development strategy.
• Lead the regional rollout of the Learning Management System and maintain training records.
• Manage regional training budgets and assess learning effectiveness.

Skills

Learning initiatives leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Training framework implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, HR or related field

Postgraduate qualification in Learning & Development or Organisational Psychology

Tools

Damstra

SAP SuccessFactors

Cornerstone

Job description

Learning & Development Manager – Africa & Middle East (AME)

Barrick Gold Investments is seeking a dynamic Learning & Development (L&D) Manager to lead the regional training function across multiple mining operations in the AME region.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will drive capability building, safety performance, and workforce growth.

The incumbent reports to the AME HR leadership and partners with regional and site-based HR and operational leaders to deliver a world-class, standardised, results-driven L&D function.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive AME Learning & Development strategy aligned with Barrick's global goals and the regional people plan.

Establish standardised training departments and structures across all operations, integrating site-level training resources under a cohesive regional framework.

Lead the regional rollout of Damstra as the Learning Management System (LMS) and maintain training data, certifications, and competency records.

Overhaul and standardise induction programs across all sites to ensure consistent, engaging, safety-focused onboarding for employees and contractors.

Strengthen safety training, emphasizing competency assessment and the application of real-world lessons to promote a Zero Harm culture.

Partner with Barrick Academy and external providers to design leadership development and soft-skills programs focused on local talent.

Baseline and evaluate all training staff, identify gaps, and implement development plans.

Drive the localisation strategy, tracking expatriate-to-local skills transfer and developing competency-based career progression pathways.

Manage regional training budgets, track, analyse, and report on learning effectiveness and workforce development outcomes.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, HR or related field.

Ideally a tertiary qualification in Learning & Development.

Essential Experience and Skills

Minimum 10 years of experience in learning & development, with at least 5 years in a management capacity within the mining sector.

Proven leadership of learning initiatives in developing countries or multi-site operations.

Experience implementing competency-based training frameworks and learning systems (e.g., Damstra, SAP SuccessFactors, Cornerstone).

Deep understanding of safety-critical training and compliance frameworks.

Strong financial and reporting acumen – budget management, ROI on training.

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

Operational experience in Civil, Construction or Mining industry.

Desirable

Postgraduate qualification or professional certification in Learning & Development or Organisational Psychology.

Experience working in Africa.

Exposure to localisation, nationalisation or workforce transformation initiatives.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.

Opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Dynamic, collaborative, progressive, high-performing team environment.

Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.

Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation.

Please forward applications before : 24 November

We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy each day and leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.

Thank you for your application; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.