Learning & Development Manager

Job description / Role

This position will work with all stakeholders in the organization to identify Learning & Development needs, develop solutions to ensure the learning & development needs are effectively delivered in a timely manner and evaluate the effectiveness of the learning & development solutions provided while identifying areas for improvement.

- Works with the HR Managers, Department Heads and their respective businesses to act as a resource for learning & development programs aligned with business strategy to address individual and group developmental needs
- Create the Group learning and development strategy and develop a tactical plan for implementation.
- Particular areas of focus include:
- Leadership Development
- Management Development
- Next Generation Leader learning & development
- Personal Professional Development
- Change management
- Support the Emiratization Manager to on the Group Emiratization Initiative ensuring a targeted development of national talent according to an approved IDPs program
- Develop programs and practices to address professional development needs, including increasing effectiveness in present assignments and preparing employees for advanced positions
- Determine costs/benefits and make recommendations to address L & D needs
- Develop a succession planning process/program
- Establish and maintain relationships with the HR Managers and Department Heads across the organization, to be aware of potential learning & development needs and to help them analyze performance deficiencies within their respective functions.
- Prepare and propose the annual L & D budget based on anticipated needs and approved talent development strategy
- Responsible for the design and delivery of learning & development programs, whether purchased from outside vendors or developed in-house

Requirements

- Bachelors or Masters in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences or equivalent
- 10 years functional experience out of which 3 to 5 years should be in an equivalent Management level.
- Experience heading the Learning & Development function, preferably within F& B industry
- Knowledge on needs analysis, curriculum design and delivery
- Vendor selection and management
- Succession Planning
- Executive coaching
- Performance Management design and implementation is essential

About the Company

Agthia Group is a leading Abu Dhabi based food and beverage company established in 2004. The Company is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and has the symbol Agthia. 51 percent of the Company’s shares are held by General Holding Corporation, an Abu Dhabi Government entity, with the balance held by individual and institutional investors.

The Company’s assets are located in the UAE, Egypt and Turkey. Agthia offers a world class portfolio of integrated businesses providing high quality, trusted and innovative food and beverage products for customers and consumers across the UAE, GCC, Turkey and the wider Middle East.