HR Learning & Development Officer

OBJECTIVE

The Human Resources Learning & Development Officer is responsible for setting clear points of evaluation and able to demonstrate the degree of success achieved for all L&D interventions, providing support in HR functions related to recruitment and onboarding.

DUTIES

Training

• Monitor regulatory requirements for staff training and competence and ensure that all requirements and subsequent changes are reflected in all statutory and mandatory training
• To create design and deliver L&D solutions to support the organizational change and development outlined in the overall L&D strategy using a blend of methodologies including self-managed learning and on job learning as appropriate
• To record, collate and retain management information to demonstrate progress against KPIs and departmental goals and objectives
• To keep up to date with current thinking on training practice and methods; e-learning development and ‘rapid’ on-line software technology
• Work in a team to produce programs that are satisfactory to all relevant parties in an organization, such as line managers, heads of departments
• Consider the costs of planned programs and keep within budgets
• Plan and assess the 'return on investment' of any training or development program
• Develop effective induction programs for new staff, apprentices and graduate trainees
• Monitor and review the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with managers
• Conduct appraisals

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Provide Employees with guidance and support on employment and HR policy matters
• Assess applications, interview applicants, administer selection tests, prepare reports and make recommendations to management about staff appointments
• Meet with new starters on their first day and prepare inductions tour
• Oversee all administrative arrangements relating to the recruitment and selection process such as:

O Arrange tests (General Reasoning and Technical tests)

O Prepare interview packs

O Arrange panel interviews

SKILLS:

Business Skills:

• Good organizational and interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels of an organization
• Motivate others and change people's attitudes when necessary
• Presentation skills
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Strong team working skills and a collaborative approach to learning, both face-to-face and remotely
• Good time-keeping skills and the ability to multitask to enable you to effectively manage training schedules
• Proactive, enthusiastic and innovative approach to work
• Personal commitment to improving your own knowledge and skills and a passion for continuing learning and development.
• Strong Recruitment skills
• Ability to research, evaluate and analyze new recruitment techniques, methods, and procedures
• Full accountability for own tasks
• Strong understanding of Labor law and NSSF regulations
• Exhibit ownership and loyalty

Computer Skills:

• Must be adept in use of MS Office 2000 or later, particularly Excel and Word
• HR Systems or any ERP Systems usage is a plus

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

2 – 5 years of experience