Deputy Head of Learning and Development

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.
  

• 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.