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Development and Performance Specialist

Job description

An international health charity based in East London are looking for a Development and Performance Specialist. The Development and Performance Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of a learning and development strategy that supports development of the competences and capabilities of all staff with the view of strengthening work related performance and enhancing quality of work across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
Working with the HRD Director, to develop & deliver a 3 year learning and development strategy for staff in the UK and overseas, ensuring alignment with the overall HR and organisational strategy
Work with senior managers to stablish internal career paths and succession planning for key positions
Play a full and active role as a member of the HR team, being involved in the department development of the annual plan
Embed the competency framework on the performance management tools and support provided to managers and staff
Lead on the training of staff on the Performance Management Policy and tools
Support management on the handling of performance management cases including drafting actions plans
Prepare internal, and course evaluation reports and longer term impact assessments, to ensure quality delivery, demonstrable outcomes, and that provision meets strategic requirements
Communicate effectively with country offices and head office staff about learning and development opportunities and plans
Ensure regular updating of the HR Learning and Development records and its use for the production of reports

Person specification
Educated at degree level with full CIPD qualification or specialist training qualification
Substantial experience of developing and implementing a learning & development strategy and plans
Extensive experience of successful training design, delivery, and evaluation to meet organisational requirements
Extensive experience of the evaluation of learning and development needs across a multi-site organisation
Strong experience in HR project implementation in multi-site organisations of at least 200 employees
Significant experience of working with employment laws and practices in countries such as Europe, Africa and Asia
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues

Closing date: 25th April 2019