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Job description / Role
Develop and facilitate the implementation of Learning and Talent Development initiatives to improve and enhance employees’ knowledge, skills and competencies required to achieve the business objectives of company. As well as provide specific emphasis on the development and implementation of Qatarization strategies in support of the human development pillar of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Key Accountability:
Qatarization:
- Design and implement initiatives, programs, and events to support Qatarization.
- Participate with senior management in the formulation of strategies for the development of Qatari employees.
- Ensure PDP’s (Personal Development Plans) are in place and updated as necessary for all Qatari Nationals (current and new employees).
Talent Development and Succession:
- Design and implement talent development programs for Qatari Nationals to ensure a robust and sustainable pipeline of talent for the Company, including but not limited to sponsorships, scholarships, national developer program, and continuing education programs.
- Design and implement a Performance Coaching framework, appropriate for company and Joint Venture companies, to ensure ongoing development of employees, while ensuring that line managers, coaches, and mentors are trained within this framework.
- Advise on and implement appropriate procedures to identify internal talent, with specific focus on Qatari Nationals.
- Design, develop, and implement a Succession Planning Framework for company and Joint Venture companies.
Learning & Development:
- Develop and action an annual learning needs analysis and training plan to address identified learning needs.
- Identify suitable training providers available both locally and overseas to deliver learning in line with company and Joint Venture companies’ learning needs.
- Plan, coordinate and supervise the provision of in-house and external training services to meet Company and Joint Venture companies’ training and development requirements.
Performance Management and Development:
- Advise on and implement appropriate performance management and development methodologies for Company and Joint Venture companies.
- Ensure that a system for performance management and development that covers all phases of the performance cycle is in place and utilized appropriately.
Generic Accountabilities:
People Management:
- Manage section staff by overseeing their performance management, recruitment, training and development to ensure high levels of engagement and competence.
Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment (QHSE):
- Ensure compliance to all relevant QHSE policies, procedures and controls across the section, to ensure that the Company provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.
Budgets and Plans:
- Contribute to the development of the HR department budget, through setting the Learning & Development section budget, and monitor its expenditure, while ensuring the optimal utilization of all available resources to protect the companies interests.
Systems and Processes:
- Supervise and ensure the development of policies and procedures for implementation of all learning and development initiatives; periodically review all learning and development section policies and procedures to identify areas of improvements.
Requirements
We are looking for a talented Head of Learning & Development to join our client in Qatar. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of developing and implementing L&D and will have a strategic approach to their work.
• 8-10 years of related experience of which a minimum of 3 years in managerial position.
• Previous experience in Oil & Gas industry and regional experience is preferred.
• Bachelor degree as a minimum in Business Studies, Business Administration, Human Resources or any other related field.
• Knowledge of Training and development principles and practices (Principles of Adult Learning)
• Knowledge of Assessment and Learning e.g. ODETDP
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
About the Company
Matchtech is a leading global engineering recruitment specialist, with over 30 years' experience in successfully matching job-seekers with hiring employers within the engineering industry. Our 300-strong team of dedicated recruitment consultants provide recruitment services across core engineering sectors including, aerospace, automotive, energy, infrastructure and maritime. We also offer specialist recruitment within the growing field of engineering technology.
We are passionate about quality and work to the most rigorous standards in the recruitment industry. Our goal is to always exceed the expectations of our customers by providing the best delivery and the highest quality service possible.