Manager – National Development

Job Description

This role will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of all National development solutions for the NMC Emirati workforce.  This role will work extensively with the VP Emiratization in the development of viable learning solutions.  Also, working as a member of the Corporate Learning & Development team will mean this role will, at times, be involved in corporate training development and delivery.  This role is hands on and the incumbent will be expected to develop AND deliver training relevant to Emirati Interns and experienced professionals.  This may also involve brokering partnerships with external agencies to create meaningful development experiences. 
 

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive learning and development support to the VP Emiratization and the broader Emiratization agenda.
• Develop and deliver programs that preparing Emiratis for work in NMC and assist in their development and progression.
• Utilize robust instructional design methodologies to identify learning outcomes and produce solutions that provide measurable results.
• Ensure solutions are cost efficient and effective.
• Must be highly engaging, versatile and professional trainer.
• Lead the implementation of individual career development plans for Emirati employees
• Provide comprehensive and expert advice and guidance supporting Emirati development priorities and best practices
• Partner with leadership development to build and continually improve on NMC flagship leadership development experiences that incorporate strong pedagogical underpinnings, embrace technology, build communities and encourage a servant leadership culture epitomized by trust, performance and potential.
• Apply sound analytical thinking to identify and improve the ROI for development offerings.
• Act as a sounding board and provide ad hoc coaching to leaders as required.
• Work collaboratively with the digital learning team to ensure solutions are best utilizing available technology to allow delivery at scale, with high quality inputs and measurable outcomes.
• Engage with the NMC LMS and other learning processes such as needs analysis, career pathway planning and reporting.
• Demonstrate high levels of energy, resilience, mindfulness and determination.
• Build and run assessment and development centers for Emirati employees to identify high potential talent and development plans.
• Design, scope, budget, develop, implement and evaluate Emirati leadership programs.

Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, human resources, business or related discipline essential, masters preferred
• Certified in instructional design desirable but not essential
• Coaching certification desirable but not essential. 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Expert knowledge of learning and development models and their practical implementation in formal and informal learning.
• Exposure to career development tools and practices will be highly valued.
• Expert facilitation and presentation skills
• Coaching experience
• Digital learning content creation experience
• Project management experience

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Learning and Development
• Previous management experience of at least 1 year is desired
• Significant experience with increasing levels of responsibility in the Learning and Development domain
• Experience working directly with Emirati employees and their line managers
• Leading projects successfully across lines of business without formal authority.