{"id":13210,"date":"2025-07-07T14:02:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T14:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/learning-and-development-specialist\/"},"modified":"2025-10-08T00:24:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T00:24:14","slug":"learning-and-development-specialist","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=13210","title":{"rendered":"Learning and Development Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>\tYou\u2019ll be the architect of growth, working alongside the Learning Manager to craft and deliver learning solutions that actually make a difference. From spotting training needs to diving into analytics, developing engaging training material, and running impactful programs, you\u2019ll help turn potential into performance.<br \/>\n\tIt\u2019s not just about upskilling\u2014it\u2019s about future-proofing our people and making sure every learning experience leaves a lasting mark on the iK Tribe.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the above, you will:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Planning &amp; Coordination:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tSourcing details or service providers for learning and development interventions as defined by the learning objectives, alongside the Learning coordinator\u00a0<br \/>\n\tBrief service providers on the specific requirements of the programmes\u00a0<br \/>\n\tCommunicate with stakeholders on course details\u00a0<br \/>\n\tManage delegates responses for the relevant courses\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAssist in facilitating, collecting, capturing and sorting of any information arising from the training needs analysis\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEnsuring the project management boards where projects are managed are up to date\u00a0<br \/>\n\tCo-ordinate in-house and external training\u00a0<br \/>\n\tPreparing the training facilities (if internal or at an offsite venue)\u00a0<br \/>\n\tOrganise travel, catering and accommodation requirements for service providers and or delegates\u00a0<br \/>\n\tOwnership of the training calendar\/ plan for the year and assist in initiating these planned sessions\u00a0<br \/>\n\tManage and facilitate the monthly induction programme for the business, including preparation of the induction presentation manual; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tCo-ordinate diaries for the Learning Manager and induction presenters\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Learning &amp; Development: \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop a competency frame, training needs analysis and a training matrix\u00a0<br \/>\n\tWork with finance to reconcile accounts relating to external service providers\u00a0<br \/>\n\tProduce compelling learning material using in house capacity or external service providers where necessary\u00a0<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with subject matter experts across the business to create learning material\u00a0<br \/>\n\tProactively prepares creative and high impact communications to entice learners to engagement\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEnsure adherence to relevant legislation\u00a0<br \/>\n\tSupport initiatives to drive a learning culture\u00a0<br \/>\n\tLiaise with the relevant SETAs for any skills programmes\u00a0<br \/>\n\tSupport the business units with graduate programme initiatives and Learnership programmes\u00a0<br \/>\n\tMaintain the learning policy on an ongoing basis\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDevelops assessment instruments to evaluate program effectiveness leveraging various assessment models\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDevelops surveys to understand the business and learner needs\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Reporting: \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tMonthly reporting on all Learning and development areas to Stakeholders\u00a0<br \/>\n\tReporting on monthly learning expenditure and ensuring the budget is constantly up to date\u00a0<br \/>\n\tHighlighting and analysing trends and patterns within the L&amp;D space\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEnsure accurate record keeping monthly for reporting purposes\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAnalyse learning and development evaluations and general feedback to drive continuous improvements to programmes and changes to service providers\u00a0<br \/>\n\tUpdating all trackers for L&amp;D\u00a0<br \/>\n\tManage iKhokha\u2019s online learning platform, LinkedIn Learning, as a super user. This includes ensuring that licenses are up to date. Responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of LinkedIn Learning and making recommendations\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAssists with the Annual Training Report and Workforce Skills Planning report, and collation of supporting documentation\u00a0<br \/>\n\tMaintain and drive usage of the company\u2019s learning management system monthly\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>HR Admin: \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tAssisting with ad hoc HR initiatives\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAssist employees with any L&amp;D related queries\u00a0<br \/>\n\tMaintain regular contact with learners to ensure that any roadblocks are addressed proactively and learners are supported\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Research: \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tProactively researches relevant topics, advancements in the field of fintech and learning &amp; development\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEngage in continuous learning and professional development, keeping current with business trends and compliance requirements of the job\u00a0<br \/>\n\tRemain up to date with relevant trends in the learning domain and tech domain.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tDegree in HR or any relevant tertiary qualification\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Deal breakers:<\/p>\n<p>\t3-5 years experience in a high-performing, fast-paced Learning &amp; Development environment. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Additional Skills &amp; Knowledge:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tFunctional experience in talent development, training, facilitation and managing SETA funded programmes;\u00a0<br \/>\n\tInstructional Design experience and developing creative learning material; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tExperience with Learner Management Systems and e-learning portals (including LinkedIn Learning);\u00a0<br \/>\n\tHigh sense of responsibility and pride in their work; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tSelf-driven, go-getter who can prioritise work effectively;\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAccuracy in execution, attention to detail and reliability in meeting set deadlines and work with sense of urgency\u00a0<br \/>\n\tStrong analytical skills and database acumen;\u00a0<br \/>\n\tHigh learning agility and growth mindset; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tEffective communicator with strong verbal and written communication skills; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects on go; \u00a0<br \/>\n\tOutstanding interpersonal skills to build cross-functional relationships, partnering and teaming skills, and ability to influence others;\u00a0<br \/>\n\tTech-savvy and proficient in MS Office applications, project management tools, and other on-demand, online meeting, web conferencing, and video conferencing applications that can facilitate communication and learning<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.ikhokha.com ) or<\/p>\n<p>jobs.smartrecruiters.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/jobs.smartrecruiters.com","_company_name":"iKhokha","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.ikhokha.com","_company_tagline":"The iKhokha brand is by essence brave, honest, cheeky, innovative and customer-centric. 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