Midrand: Head of Learning & Leadership Development – Midrand posted by Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Head of Learning & Leadership Development to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to architect and drive an integrated learning and leadership development strategy that strengthens Dis-Chems capability pipeline, supports long-term career growth, and enables operational excellence through future-ready, digital-first learning solutions. This role provides strategic leadership to learning and training objectives across Dis-Chem, ensuring alignment of learning pathways to the Employee Value Proposition (EVP), organisational development priorities, and digital transformation. A key focus is on embedding modern leadership practices that support Dis-Chems growth, innovation, and culture transformation agendas. Minimum Requirements Essential: Bachelors Degree in HR, Learning & Development, Organisational Psychology, or related field Minimum 10 years in Learning & Development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role preferably in a large entity Proven success in leading national learning teams across multi-site environments (retail, FMCG, or healthcare preferred) Deep understanding of leadership development frameworks, adult learning principles, instructional design, and SETA compliance Roles & Responsibilities Learning Strategy & Organisational Capability Building: Lead the development of a group-wide learning strategy aligned to business priorities, growth targets, and talent needs across retail, healthcare, distribution, and support functions. Integrate learning into performance, transformation, and succession plans to ensure talent readiness and depth across all levels. Translate business challenges into learning solutions that drive productivity, compliance, innovation, and employee experience. Identify and embed future-fit metrics to ensure the positive impact of learning experiences, value, cost effectiveness, and learner engagement and satisfaction and business outcomes. Leadership Development & Future-Fit Capabilities: Define and implement modern leadership development practices grounded in inclusive, empathetic, and agile leadership models. Oversee the design and delivery of leadership journeys for frontline, mid-level, and executive leaders, ensuring alignment with organisational culture and strategic priorities. Build a future-fit leadership pipeline through immersive learning experiences, mentorship, and coaching frameworks. Learning Pathways & Career Development Enablement: Develop structured, integrated learning pathways that connect roles, skills, qualifications, and progression across all job families. Partner with Talent & Culture, Total Rewards functions to embed learning into career architecture, internal mobility, and EVP value drivers. Ensure learning is visible and accessible to employees, supporting self-directed development through clear pathways and recognition systems. Digital Learning & Innovation: Oversee the development and curation of scalable, high-impact digital learning content and platforms (LMS, microlearning, mobile-first tools). Drive adoption of blended, social, and AI-powered learning models that enhance learning agility and accessibility across the workforce. Leverage data analytics to measure learning impact, engagement, and learning ROI, continuously improving through agile experimentation. People Leadership: Establish a high-performing, collaborative, and accountable culture within the P&C retail team that reflects the organisations values and drives business impact. Ensure the P&C team is equipped with the necessary skills, agility, and leadership capabilities to support a fast-paced and evolving retail environment. Provide clear leadership and direction to the P&C team in delivering people priorities that enable retail operations and business performance. Ensure the P&C team is structured and resourced effectively to meet the current and future needs of the retail business. Competencies Commercial Acumen Execution Orientation Strategic Influence Digital Learning Transformation Resilience and Agility Stakeholder Engagement People Leadership Special conditions of employment South African citizen MIE, clear criminal and credit Drivers license and/or own reliable transport Occasional traveling Remuneration and benefits Market-related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chems approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chems Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.