Chief Learning Officer at Hire Resolve

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Learning Leadership:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with the company's organizational goals and vision.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify skill gaps, training needs, and development priorities that support company growth and innovation.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, encouraging employees to develop their skills and competencies in line with business objectives.

Talent Development & Performance Management:

• Lead the design and implementation of leadership development programs to cultivate high-potential talent and build a robust leadership pipeline.
• Oversee performance management initiatives that integrate learning and development goals to drive employee performance.
• Implement talent retention strategies, including learning opportunities that encourage career progression and job satisfaction.

Learning Innovation & Technology Integration:

• Leverage emerging learning technologies (e.g., Learning Management Systems, AI-driven learning tools) to enhance the learning experience for employees.
• Innovate the use of digital platforms to deliver flexible, on-demand learning solutions tailored to a geographically diverse workforce.
• Ensure that all learning programs are data-driven, measurable, and continuously optimized for impact.

Organizational Knowledge Management:

• Design and manage systems for knowledge sharing across the organization, ensuring that valuable insights, best practices, and lessons learned are captured and disseminated effectively.
• Support the development of cross-functional communities of practice to enhance collaboration and innovation.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Learning:

• Champion DEI initiatives in learning and development to ensure programs are inclusive and accessible for all employees, fostering a diverse talent pool.
• Create learning environments that support a wide range of learning styles, backgrounds, and experiences.

Measurement and Reporting:

• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of learning programs and initiatives.
• Provide regular reports to the CEO and senior leadership on the impact of learning initiatives on business outcomes, employee performance, and engagement.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field. Additional certifications in learning and development or leadership coaching will be a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in learning and development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable learning strategies within high-growth, technology-driven organizations.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and emerging learning technologies.
• Strong understanding of organizational development, performance management, and talent management processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change management efforts and build a high-performance culture.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, influence, and engage employees at all levels.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of the African market, business practices, and cultural nuances is highly desirable.