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International Committee of the Red Cross
Deputy Head of Learning and Development
Nairobi
• Kenya
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Description
Professional experience required
- Advanced degree in Adult Learning, Education, Leadership, or a related field;
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including significant experience in Learning & Development and at least 5 years in a people management role;
- Proven experience designing and delivering leadership and management development programmes;
- Fluency in English required; French (C1 level) is a strong asset;
- Strong understanding and application of adult learning methodologies;
- Experience in international and/or humanitarian environments is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the planning, prioritization, and delivery of Learning and Development programmes across the region;
- Ensure alignment of L&D initiatives with organisational priorities and operational needs;
- Coordinate programme pipelines in collaboration with the Head of Unit, balancing demand, capacity, and impact;
- Supervise team leads such as trainers, course administration and ensure effective cross-functional coordination;
- Drive performance management, foster a strong feedback culture, and support staff development;
- Contribute to talent development, succession planning, and capability building within the unit;
- Ensure the consistent application of adult learning principles and high facilitation standards;
- Promote the contextualisation of learning solutions to reflect operational realities;
- Champion data analytics and evidence-based approaches to inform decision-making;
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation frameworks (e.g. Kirkpatrick model) and reporting processes;
- Translate data into actionable insights to improve programme quality and prioritization;
- Act as a key interlocutor with the hosting delegation, headquarters L&D stakeholders, and relevant Area of Responsibility (AoR) stakeholders, in coordination with the Head of Unit;
- Contribute to regional Learning Needs Analyses (LNA);
- Support annual planning, budgeting, and the definition of strategic priorities for the unit.
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