BIOVAC
is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous Learning and Development Lead to join a goal-oriented team.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Education, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Development, or a related field
- Recognition is given to Prior Learning and practical experience
- Preferred : Honours degree in Industrial Psychology, Organisational Development, or a related field
Experience needed to deliver the role seamlessly
5 –7 years’ experience in Learning & Development, including 2+ years in a strategic or middle management role.Proven track record in managing SETA submissions (WSP / ATR) and working with accredited providers.Demonstrated success in designing and delivering impactful learning strategies.Hands‑on experience with learning technologies and digital platforms.Solid understanding of South African skills development legislation and SETA frameworks.Awareness of trends in digital learning, adult education, and learning innovation.Knowledge of organisational development, talent management, and performance enablement.Experience navigating complex, multi‑disciplinary environments and stakeholder groups.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
Core Technical Delivery
Design and deliver learning programmes using a blended approach (e‑learning, virtual, classroom, on‑the‑job).Develop instructional content and learning pathways tailored to diverse employee segments and career stages.Implement and manage learning technologies (e.g., LMS platforms, digital learning tools) to enable scalable delivery.Facilitate leadership development, onboarding, compliance training, and functional capability programmes.Conduct training needs analyses and skills assessments to inform programme design.Collaborate with internal SMEs and external providers to ensure content relevance and quality.Drive innovation in learning through gamification, microlearning, and performance support tools.Ensure accurate and timely reporting of training data for internal dashboards and external compliance.Lead the automation of analytics processes to reduce manual effort and improve data accuracy and timeliness.Identify opportunities to streamline reporting workflows and implement scalable solutions using Excel, BI tools, and system integrations.Collaborate with IT, HRIS, and data teams to implement automation within existing systems and platforms.Ensure sustainability of automation solutions through documentation, training, and continuous improvement.Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to automated data flows and reporting.Support the reporting and management of the Skills Development pillar of BBBEE, ensuring alignment with compliance and strategic workforce planning.Business Management
Lead the development and execution of the organisation’s learning and development strategy in alignment with business goals and talent priorities.Partner with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and functional heads to identify capability gaps and design targeted learning interventions.Oversee the submission of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) in line with SETA requirements.Manage relationships with external stakeholders including SETAs, training providers, and accreditation bodies.Facilitate internal stakeholder collaboration to support Individual Development Plans (IDPs), career development conversations, and succession planning.Monitor and report on the effectiveness of learning programmes, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements related to training and development.Influence organisational culture by embedding learning into performance, leadership, and career development processes.Skills AuditsApplication Deadline : 20 November 2025
If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks after closing date please understand that your application was not successful.
Disclaimer
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