Manager Learning and Development

Job Description

Equity Bank Tanzania is seeking a Manager Learning and Development to lead the development and execution of the people development strategy. This role involves partnering with business leaders to identify development gaps, offering solutions such as training, coaching, and mentorship programs, and evaluating their effectiveness to ensure a competent workforce aligns with bank objectives and employee career progression. Join a dynamic team committed to staff development in a competitive banking environment.

Requirements

• BSc/BA in Business, Psychology or a related field (Master’s degree and professional certification is an added advantage)
• At least 5+ years of experience in a Human Resource Field, 3 of which should have been in a Learning and Development role in a highly competitive and dynamic environment
• Proven track record of consistently supporting the achievement of an organization’s people strategy, with a market reputation of being a trusted advisor on matters pertaining to HR
• In-depth knowledge of the commercial banks’ working environment
• Proven experience in L&D, Training or similar roles
• Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods
• Good Knowledge of Instructional Design and Curriculum development
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices
• Experience in project management and budgeting
• Proficient in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; sharp business acumen
• Ability to build rapport with employees and vendors

Responsibilities

• Works closely with management and employees to identify learning and development requirements in connection to business performance gaps, talents and business objectives
• Work closely with the Senior Manager Talent Management to develop and deliver learning interventions and frameworks for different programs such as mentoring, coaching and Job Shadowing
• Develop and implement learning and development plans to ensure achievement of training objectives set by the organization
• Work closely with the Business teams to develop and create learning curriculums that are aligned to the business needs
• Develop the use of data models that will facilitate a data driven decision making process on the learning and development agenda
• Coordinate and facilitate learning programs to employees to enhance their skills in accordance with Business process and standards
• Progressive reviews of learning programs in line with technological developments and future required skills and initiates necessary adjustments to the curriculum/programs
• Evaluates training outcome and progress and recommends remedial action
• Maintains training database to assist in the classification of employees according to their skills
• Planning and controls training facilities to ensure that they operate effectively and are maintained in good condition
• Provides staff with information and guidance on training, development, and succession
• Prepares, controls, and implements annual expenditure on Leaning and Development
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor