Senior Talent and Learning Specialist at Financial Intelligence Centre

Financial Intelligence Centre; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Talent Development Specialist to facilitate the implementation of talent management strategies aligned with organizational objectives. The role involves providing technical support, designing talent solutions, and utilizing data analytics to enhance training effectiveness across various HR functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience designing talent and development solutions.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Track record of delivering results on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Talent Development manager and HR operations team.
• Develop and implement Learning & Development (L&D) solutions.
• Utilize data analytics to generate insights across the L&D and talent portfolios.

Skills

Knowledge of legislative frameworks

Skills in root cause analysis

Project management

Education

Relevant degree (NQF level 7 or above)

Job description

The purpose of the job is to facilitate the implementation of talent management strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

Key Performance Areas Include

1. Provide technical support to the Talent Development manager and HR operations team with the implementation of an integrated talent management framework.
2. Conduct research, stay updated on best practices, and provide input on talent management practices and processes, ensuring integration across the HR function.
3. Develop and implement guidelines, policies, procedures, and manage operating risks at targeted levels.
4. Design talent solutions, including governance frameworks, in response to business needs.
5. Develop and implement Learning & Development (L&D) solutions aligned with the organization’s talent management framework.
6. Provide specialist guidance and facilitate activities across all areas of learning and talent, including onboarding, performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, organizational and personal development, coaching, employee experience, rewards, recognition, and skills development.
7. Execute talent management initiatives, including advising stakeholders and implementing the entire L&D value chain (e.g., needs analysis, learning plans, competency frameworks, applying the 70-20-10 learning principle).
8. Develop and facilitate the onboarding program for new employees and support other HR and development initiatives as needed.
9. Utilize data analytics to generate insights across the L&D and talent portfolios, establishing mechanisms to measure training effectiveness and organizational benefits, and taking corrective actions when necessary.
10. Identify trends and patterns related to customer requests and needs to improve service delivery continually.
11. Facilitate group sessions, staff engagement, stakeholder consultations, and focus groups as required.
12. Conduct organizational diagnostics using data and stakeholder feedback to identify root causes of talent-related issues and inform solutions, employing organizational design methodologies.

Education

• A relevant degree (NQF level 7 or above).

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of legislative frameworks, SAQA requirements, and skills development statutory requirements.
• Understanding of Return on Investment (ROI) principles.
• Skills in root cause and needs analysis, research, solution design, presentation, coaching, project management, facilitation, and organizational effectiveness principles.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience designing talent and development solutions.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Track record of delivering results on time and within budget.