Associate Vice President - Learning and Development

The Associate Vice President - Learning and Development is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive learning and talent development strategy to support workforce excellence within a dynamic healthcare environment. This includes leadership development, clinical and non-clinical training, e-learning strategies, and succession planning initiatives. The role ensures alignment with national healthcare standards, organizational goals, and workforce development needs.

· Develop and execute the overall L&D strategy aligned with organizational and HR objectives.

· Lead the design and delivery of training programs that foster continuous professional development.

· Ensure compliance with UAE healthcare education and accreditation standards.

· Oversee clinical education programs in collaboration with medical and nursing leadership.

· Champion leadership and talent development frameworks, including high-potential programs.

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for training effectiveness.

· Lead digital transformation in learning using e-learning platforms and simulation-based training.

· Build partnerships with academic and regulatory bodies in the UAE and internationally.

· Manage the L&D budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation and ROI.

· Supervise a team of L&D professionals, providing coaching and performance oversight.

· Promote a culture of continuous learning and employee engagement across all levels.

· Support organizational change management through targeted learning initiatives.

· Oversee competency development frameworks for clinical and non-clinical roles.

· Lead succession planning and career pathing strategies for critical roles.

· Prepare reports and dashboards for executive leadership on learning outcomes and impact.

Education:

· Master’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field is required.

· Professional certifications such as CPLP, SHRM-SCP, CIPD, or equivalent are preferred.

Knowledge & skills:

· Digital Training in Healthcare: Skilled in digital training within healthcare, with a focus on patient experience and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

· Artificial Intelligence (Preferred): Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in learning and development is preferred.

· In-depth understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and performance improvement.

· Strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills.

· Knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation frameworks (e.g., DHA, DOH, JCIA).

· Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual learning tools.

· Data analysis skills to measure and optimize learning effectiveness.

· Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Competency:

· Leading enterprise-wide learning transformation initiatives.

· Designing competency-based education for healthcare professionals.

· Implementing digital learning ecosystems and platforms.

· Collaborating with clinical educators and quality assurance teams.

· Driving organizational development and change through learning.

· Leveraging data analytics to inform training decisions and workforce planning.

Experience:

· 13+ years of progressive experience in Learning and Development within the healthcare sector or a comparable industry.

· Experience working in the UAE or GCC healthcare environment is highly desirable.