Job Description
People Development Specialist
Location: South Africa
Type: Permanent | Learning & Compliance
Build capability. Drive transformation.
This is a critical learning role for an experienced development professional who thrives at the intersection of business performance, legislative compliance, and meaningful training. If you’re ready to lead learning strategies that unlock capability and impact, this is your seat at the table.
About the Role
Youll lead the design, execution, and reporting of learning interventions across the business. From managing skills programmes and academies to ensuring SETA and BBBEE compliance, youll play a key role in aligning people development with strategic goals.
What Youll Do
- Develop annual learning plans and scorecard-aligned training strategies
- Manage learning academies across HR, IT, Legal, Finance, and more
- Schedule, coordinate, and report on interventions via the LMS
- Align learning priorities with talent data and capability gaps
- Prepare and submit Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports
- Ensure compliance with Skills Development Act and BBBEE requirements
- Manage provider performance, grant applications, and SETA processes
- Design metrics for evaluating impact and driving continuous improvement
- Act as the SD Pillar Champion and represent the business in relevant forums
What You Bring
- Degree in HR, Education, or related field
- 24 years experience in L&D, with strong vendor and programme management
- Proven track record in driving Skills Development and BBBEE targets
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design
- Excellent collaboration, facilitation, and service provider management skills
- Knowledge of legal and compliance requirements within L&D
What Success Looks Like
- Engaging, impactful training programmes across all business units
- Full compliance with legislative and reporting requirements
- Maximised grant recovery and scorecard alignment
- Strong internal partnerships and learning culture uplift
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