Learning And Development Specialist
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About the Role
King’s College Hospital London, Dubai seeks a Specialist in Learning & Development to design, deliver, and improve training programs. The role involves training needs analysis, LMS administration, and stakeholder collaboration to align learning initiatives with business strategy.
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Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and enhance end to end learning programs including onboarding, leadership development, skills training, and role specific initiatives
- Facilitate engaging training sessions and workshops (both in person and virtual)
- Conduct regular learning needs assessments to identify skills gaps across functions and levels
- Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring training content remains current and accessible
- Measure training impact through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics; refine programs based on insights
- Partner with department heads and subject matter experts to ensure learning solutions are relevant and aligned with operational needs
- Ensure all learning programs comply with regulatory, safety, ethics, and industry standards, particularly within a healthcare environment
- Develop and manage the L&D budget, balancing cost efficiency with quality outcomes
- Support employee growth through coaching, career development guidance, and targeted learning interventions
- Source, evaluate, and manage external training providers; oversee contracts and service delivery
- Prepare regular reports on training activities, participation, effectiveness, and outcomes
- Provide guidance and direction to L&D team members, supporting high performance and professional development
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Learning & Development role
- Experience in the healthcare sector is highly preferred
- Proven track record in designing, delivering, and evaluating learning programs
- Prior experience managing or leading a team
- Hands on experience with LMS platforms, e learning tools, and digital learning technologies
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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About the Role
- We are seeking a Specialist – Learning & Development (L&D) to take ownership of the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of our training and development programs across the organization.
- This role plays a critical part in aligning learning initiatives with business strategy, strengthening workforce capability, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- You will work closely with leaders, employees, and external partners to identify development needs, implement impactful learning solutions, and measure their effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
- Training Program Development: Design, develop, and enhance end‑to‑end learning programs, including onboarding, leadership development, skills training, and role‑specific learning initiatives.
- Training Delivery: Facilitate engaging training sessions and workshops (both in‑person and virtual) that promote active learning and effective knowledge transfer.
- Training Needs Analysis: Conduct regular learning needs assessments to identify skills gaps across functions and levels.
- LMS Administration: Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring training content remains current, accessible, and well‑utilized.
- Effectiveness & Evaluation: Measure training impact through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics; continuously refine programs based on insights.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with department heads and subject matter experts to ensure learning solutions are relevant, practical, and aligned with operational needs.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure all learning programs comply with regulatory, safety, ethics, and industry standards—particularly within a healthcare environment.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the L&D budget, balancing cost‑efficiency with quality outcomes.
- Employee Development & Coaching: Support employee growth through coaching, career development guidance, and targeted learning interventions.
- Vendor Management: Source, evaluate, and manage external training providers; oversee contracts and service delivery.
- Reporting & Insights: Prepare regular reports on training activities, participation, effectiveness, and outcomes to support data‑driven decision‑making.
- Team Leadership: Provide guidance and direction to L&D team members, supporting high performance and professional development.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a Diploma/Associate Degree with four (4) years of relevant experience will be considered.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar Learning & Development role.
- Experience within the healthcare sector is highly preferred.
- Proven track record in designing, delivering, and evaluating learning programs in a corporate or organizational setting.
- Prior experience managing or leading a team.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training methodologies.
- Hands‑on experience with LMS platforms, e‑learning tools, and digital learning technologies.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership, facilitation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- High level of self‑motivation, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to respond effectively in fast‑paced, evolving environments.
- Ability to build credibility and work effectively across diverse professional groups.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across a multi‑disciplinary workforce.
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