Talent Management and Development Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Safal Group of companies employs over 3,000 people, providing the leadership, resources and training to build a company with the depth of experience and skills to compete in pan-African and global markets.
The Safal Group has a deep commitment to the communities within which the individual companies operate. The Safal Group has established health centres and technical institutes, built classrooms and recreational facilities, and funded wide reaching awareness programs for HIV/AIDS and the prevention of diseases.

JOB SUMMARY

RequirementsQualifications required:Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, or related field.Qualifications as an added advantage: Certification in training or instructional design (e.g., CIPD, ATD), Communication/Project Management is a plus.Professional registration: IHRM/CHRPExperience required:General work experience (years): At least 7 to 10 years’ experience as a Trainer/FacilitatorSpecific to the position (level/discipline/years): 7 or more years’ Talent Management and Learning & Development experience at a Supervisory Level

RESPONSIBILITIES

Learning & DevelopmentLead organisational development planning by aligning training and talent strategies with business objectives.Partner with management to identify capability gaps and translate them into actionable learning priorities aligned with organizational priorities and competency frameworks, ensuring effective execution and evaluation of impact.Oversee the design and delivery of training programmes, including onboarding and group-led initiatives, ensuring relevance and impact.Drive continuous improvement by analysing training effectiveness, leveraging feedback, and introducing innovative learning methodologies.Develop and maintain strategic tools such as the Training Matrix, annual Training Calendar, and Skills Matrix for Southern Region companies.Manage the Learning & Development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and accurate reporting to the Head of HR.Promote a strong learning culture through modern techniques, digital solutions, and robust assessment practices.Implement development infrastructure, including career paths, competency frameworks, curricula design, and critical learning interventions.Track and report learning metrics to measure impact and drive continuous improvement.Talent Management DeliverablesExecute BU-specific talent management strategies aligned with Group guidelines to strengthen leadership and functional capability.Facilitate talent review sessions, ensuring consistency with Group methodology and engaging senior management in identifying and developing high-potential employees.Support the implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and monitor progress to ensure development actions are achieved.Maintain succession plans for critical roles, ensuring alignment with Group frameworks and readiness of identified talent.Collaborate with senior management to identify talent gaps, translate business needs into development priorities, and implement targeted interventions.Coordinate Graduate Trainee programs and other early/mid-career initiatives to build a strong talent pipeline for critical roles within the BU.Act as BU liaison for Group talent initiatives (ensuring effective communication and participation.Governance and ComplianceEnsure compliance with all legislative, regulatory, and Group governance requirements in Talent Management and Learning & DevelopmentMaintain accurate records and reporting systems for audits and governance, ensuring adherence to Group standards.Provide timely and comprehensive reports on training outcomes, budget utilisation, and talent development progress.Drive digital adoption within the Talent Management and Development function by maximising the use of existing systems and tools, ensuring optimal utilization, and identifying enhancements or process improvements to deliver efficiency and a better employee experience.Project and Stakeholder ManagementScope, plan, and monitor development projects for training initiatives, ensuring milestones are achieved and stakeholders are engaged.Build strong partnerships with line management and external learning providers to deliver value-driven development solutions.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Training program planning, Performance monitoring and evaluation, Fleet management, Talent management and planning

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree