Professional Development Coordinator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Employee development focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking a proactive Professional Development Coordinator to design, implement, and manage a comprehensive staff development program in Nelspruit. You will blend in-person and online delivery to foster lifelong learning and align with organizational goals.

You will identify training needs across departments, source resources, coordinate logistics for sessions, and measure program effectiveness to drive employee growth and organizational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Education, BA or related field.
• Minimum 4 years coordinating or managing training and development programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and deliver professional development programs and workshops for staff.
• Identify training needs through surveys, consultations with department heads, and performance reviews.
• Source and manage external training providers and resources to supplement internal offerings.
• Maintain records of training activities, employee participation, and program effectiveness.
• Evaluate the impact of professional development initiatives on employee performance and organizational goals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adult learning principles

Training methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and highly organized Professional Development Coordinator to facilitate continuous learning and skill enhancement for staff in Nelspruit . This role is essential in designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive professional development program that supports employee growth and organizational objectives. You will work closely with various departments to identify training needs, source appropriate resources, and ensure the effective delivery of development opportunities, fostering a culture of lifelong learning and expertise within the workforce, and utilizing a blend of in-person and online delivery methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and deliver professional development programs and workshops for staff.
• Identify training needs through surveys, consultations with department heads, and performance reviews.
• Source and manage external training providers and resources to supplement internal offerings.
• Maintain records of training activities, employee participation, and program effectiveness.
• Evaluate the impact of professional development initiatives on employee performance and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in coordinating or managing training and development programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing logistics for both in-person and virtual training sessions in Nelspruit.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engaging work environment focused on employee advancement.
• Contribute directly to the skill enhancement of the organization's workforce.