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Learning & Development Specialist

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Job Description - Learning & Development Specialist

To design, develop, and deliver learning programs in
collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) while supporting change
adoption in a fast -paced project environment. Initially, the role will focus on
generalist responsibilities light -touch facilitation, basic change support, and
LMS management with the expectation to evolve into a versatile L&D
professional capable of handling advanced instructional design, digital
learning, and structured change management.


Learning Design & Development

  • Conduct
    basic training needs analysis aligned with project and business
    priorities.
  • Collaborate
    with SMEs to co -create learning content (classroom, virtual, and
    e -learning).
  • Develop
    training materials and quick reference guides using tools such as
    Articulate, Scribe, Canva, and Bob Learn.

Facilitation & Delivery

  • Support
    SMEs during initial training sessions, ensuring smooth delivery and
    learner engagement.
  • Transition
    ownership of training delivery after the first tranche, leading refresher
    sessions and ongoing capability -building workshops.
  • Deliver
    interactive sessions using blended learning approaches under tight
    timelines.

Change Enablement (Light -Touch)

  • Act
    as a change support resource, reinforcing key messages and adoption
    strategies.
  • Assist
    in basic communication and engagement activities to support system
    rollouts.
  • Apply
    foundational change principles (e.g., awareness, reinforcement) without
    full -scale Prosci -level execution.

LMS Administration

  • Manage
    the Learning Management System (LMS) for course uploads, user tracking,
    and reporting.
  • Ensure
    accurate learner progress data and compliance reporting.

Continuous Improvement

  • Gather
    learner feedback and update content for relevance and impact.
  • Support
    the evolution of L&D practices toward digital learning and advanced
    change management.

Requirements

  • Minimum:
    National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Human Resource Management, Education,
    Training & Development, or a related field.
  • Preferred:
    Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in HR, Industrial Psychology, or Education.
  • Accredited
    Facilitator certification (ETDP SETA).
  • Prosci
    Change Management Certification or similar (advantageous for future
    growth).
  • 4
    years experience in L&D, including design and delivery of training
    programs.
  • Exposure
    to project management environments and digital learning tools.


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