Manager - Training & Learning And Development

ABC Worldwide; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 650 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in human resources is seeking a Manager - Learning & Development based in Durban. The successful candidate will lead the L&D function, implementing training initiatives aligned with business goals. Key responsibilities include designing leadership development programmes and overseeing the Learning Management System. The ideal applicant will have proven experience in leadership development, exceptional communication skills, and at least 2 years in a management role within L&D. This position requires on-site presence and offers the chance to shape a thriving learning culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Leadership Development.
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems and Instructional Design.
• Strong skills in Training Facilitation and Instructional Delivery.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 2 years in a management or Head of Department role within L&D.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Learning & Development function, aligning training initiatives with business objectives.
• Design, develop, and implement leadership development programmes.
• Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS) and instructional design processes.
• Facilitate engaging training sessions for various levels of the organisation.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify skills gaps and recommend tailored solutions.
• Manage the evaluation of training programmes to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Lead and mentor the L&D team, fostering innovation and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership Development

Training Facilitation

Instructional Design

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Manager - Learning & Development

Location: Durban, South Africa (On-site)

Working Hours: Primarily South African business hours, with flexibility to work US hours when required.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedLearning & Development Managerto lead, design, and deliver our L&D programmes.

This role will oversee the full training lifecycle—from needs analysis and content creation to facilitation and evaluation—ensuring our employees are equipped with the skills to excel.

The successful candidate will work on-site in Durban and play a strategic role in shaping our organisational learning culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Learning & Development function, aligning training initiatives with business objectives.
• Design, develop, and implement leadership development programmes.
• Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS) and instructional design processes.
• Facilitate engaging training sessions for various levels of the organisation.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify skills gaps and recommend tailored solutions.
• Manage the evaluation of training programmes to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Lead and mentor the L&D team, fostering innovation and professional growth.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience inLeadership Development.
• Proficiency inLearning Management SystemsandInstructional Design.
• Strong skills inTraining FacilitationandInstructional Delivery.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of2 years in a management or Head of Department rolewithin L&D.
• Ability to workon-site in Durban.