Learning & Development Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a Learning & Development Specialist who can independently design, implement, and evaluate competency-based learning programs aligned with organizational capability requirements and business objectives. This role requires a combination of instructional design expertise, training facilitation experience, analytical thinking, and strong stakeholder management skills.

Key responsibilities

• Develop competency-based curricula and learning pathways based on the company's competency matrix and proficiency requirements.

• Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and translate competency gaps into structured learning interventions.

• Develop detailed training syllabus covering Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes (KSA), learning objectives, instructional methods, and assessment criteria.

• Apply the ADDIE instructional design model and adult learning principles in developing effective learning solutions.

• Facilitate training sessions and support internal capability development as a trainer.

• Design and implement training evaluation using the Kirkpatrick Four Levels, including learning transfer, business impact, and ROI measurement where applicable.

• Manage learning initiatives end-to-end, from analysis and design through implementation and evaluation.

• Collaborate with senior management, department heads, and cross-functional stakeholders to align learning initiatives with business priorities.

• Prepare learning reports, evaluation findings, and recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Apply responsible AI practices, including data confidentiality, information security, and appropriate human oversight when using AI tools in learning development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or Training.

• Proven ability to develop competency-based curricula and detailed KSA-based training syllabus.

• AI Literacy & Digital Learning Competency.

• Strong understanding of competency frameworks, ADDIE, and adult learning principles.

• Hands-on experience in conducting TNA and evaluating training effectiveness using the Kirkpatrick model.

• Ability to analyze training impact and calculate training ROI using relevant business data.

• Previous experience as a trainer or facilitator.

• Strong analytical, presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Able to work independently as an individual contributor and communicate effectively with senior-level stakeholders.