Learning & Development Specialist

A leading multinational manufacturing company is looking for a passionate and proactive Learning & Development Specialist to join their HR team and support the growth and development of their employees across the MENA Cluster. who will drive learning initiatives, coordinate training programs, support performance management processes, foster a strong feedback culture, and contribute to employee engagement and development activities that create a positive business impact.

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

• Support the annual training planning process, including training needs analysis, validation, implementation, and tracking across the MENA Cluster.
• Coordinate and administer all learning and development activities, ensuring a seamless learning experience for employees.
• Monitor and manage training budgets, working closely with Finance and HR Reporting teams to ensure cost efficiency and effective budget utilization.
• Organize training programs from start to finish, including logistics, venues, vendors, catering, training materials, attendance tracking, evaluations, certifications, and reporting.
• Serve as the primary contact for training coordination and follow-up across the MENA region.
• Monitor training KPIs and conduct regular audits to ensure learning effectiveness and compliance.
• Partner with managers and employees to develop and implement individual development plans.
• Measure training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on feedback, KPIs, and business needs.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of the eSkill Matrix project and related development initiatives.
• Ensure employees complete mandatory learning and compliance training.
• Create and maintain training reports and dashboards for leadership and key stakeholders.
• Support succession planning initiatives by identifying competency gaps and coordinating targeted development programs.
• Collaborate closely with the Regional HR Team, Country Training Coordinators, and Corporate Academy to support learning strategies and development priorities.
• Create purchase requests and manage administrative processes related to training activities.

Performance Management & Employee Development

• Support and coordinate the annual performance management cycle, ensuring a smooth and impactful Employee Dialogue process.
• Partner with managers and employees to enhance goal-setting quality and promote meaningful development conversations.
• Monitor the effectiveness of performance and development goals across the region.
• Promote and strengthen a culture of continuous feedback, learning, and development.
• Work on Talent Management, Key Positioning, Succession Planning & Individual Development Plans.

Employee Engagement & Internal Culture

• Support the planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, CSR activities, team-building events, and corporate gatherings.
• Contribute to internal communication and culture-related programs that enhance the employee experience and strengthen organizational values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and a passion for people development.

Experience

• 3-4 years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or a related HR function.
• Experience coordinating training programs and working with learning management systems is an advantage.
• Experience in a multinational environment is highly desirable