Talent Development Specialist at HomeChoice Holdings Limited

Job description

Purpose of the role

The ideal candidate for this role will be responsible for analysing performance requirements through training and skills gap analyses and by consulting with the business units to design, develop and implement learning programmes. In addition, this role will be required to understand all SETA & legislative reporting requirements

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

• Analyse performance requirements through training and skills gap analyses and by consulting with the business units
• Work closely with business units to assess existing and future employee development requirements in order to meet business requirements
• Consult regularly with allocated business units about development needs – tracking and updating needs as the business changes
• Identify development needs of individuals through an annual personal development plan process
• Source and recommend suitable development interventions to address any skills gaps identified
• Evaluate SETA funding opportunities and make recommendations on programmes to be implemented
• Design, develop and review learning programmes and learning materials
• Design learning programme frameworks that are fit for purpose and meet stakeholder requirements
• Research content of learning programmes and other learning interventions in consultation with subject matter experts, where appropriate
• Develop learning programmes and learning material in the appropriate format
• Align learning programmes and learning materials to best practice principles
• Update all learning materials and courses menu regularly to ensure that these meet stakeholder requirements
• Review feedback from stakeholders regularly and implement their recommendations and suggestions, where relevant
• Assist with developing and implementing specialist development programmes
• Amend or update changes that are identified through the crèche review or exit interview process to improve skills retention and development
• Facilitate learning programmes
• Facilitate learning programmes and associated interventions in line with the required programme standards
• Motivate and inspire learners by using appropriate learning resources
• Ensure that facilitation contributes to the development of concepts through participation and provides opportunities to practice and consolidate learning
• Manage groups in line with best practice facilitation principles and in a manner that maximises the strengths of group learning while recognising the needs and requirements of individual learners
• Select and use facilitation methods that are appropriate to the audience and the agreed learning outcomes
• Scope, design, develop and facilitate project interventions as per project plans
• Training administration
• Deliver all administration requirements including monthly reports, project reports, training registers and any financial reporting
• Track and manage the allocation of the budget by department for training
• Support training process by conducting assessments and assisting with quality assurance and auditing activities
• Ensure the effective running of development programmes in line with the approved training plan
• Assist with scheduling learning programmes and book training venues as required from time to time
• Ensure that all SETA & legislative reporting requirements are met both in terms of content and deadlines
• Project managing training initiatives and other ad hoc projects
• Implement and monitor development projects as directed by the Talent Manager
• Facilitate training and development interventions, either soft skills or technical courses as the business requires, in line with the approved development plan
• Manage any SETA led initiatives as approved by the business including learnerships, workplace skills opportunities and pivotal programmes

Requirements

Qualifications & Accreditations

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Tertiary Education – National Diploma, First Degree or equivalent qualification in Industrial Psychology, Human Resource Development or ODETD Practices

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of four years’ experience in a similar role in a corporate environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• In depth knowledge of the skills development framework and associated legislation
• Proven track record in the use of the ADDIE model (or similar) for development programmes
• Knowledge and implementation of blended learning methodologies (e-learning, coaching circles, leadership forums)

Attributes & Behaviours

• Deadline and goal orientated
• Analytical and detail focused – driven to achieve new standards of excellence
• Creative, energetic and focused
• Self driven, passionate about best practice within training and development