At Edge, we’re on a mission to create a world where geographic borders are no longer a barrier for people to obtain full-time employment and fair wages. That’s why we’ve created a global HR solution that seamlessly connects exceptional talent from all over the world with businesses in North America that most need to fill positions. By making hiring globally easier than hiring locally, we provide businesses access to a broader talent pool and help them accelerate their hiring process. Spread across four continents, we’re a global team disrupting the norms of how people can work together.
Job Overview
The Senior Manager, Training and Development, is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of Edge Edu Comprehensive Certifications that enhance the workforce's skills, knowledge, and performance. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills to drive training initiatives and align them with organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning and Development
- Develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Conduct regular needs assessments to identify skill gaps and certification requirements across the organization.
- Establish short-term and long-term certification plans and timelines.
- Program Design and Delivery
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of effective certifications.
- Utilize a variety of methodologies, techniques, and platforms to deliver engaging and impactful experiences.
- Ensure that certification materials and programs are up-to-date, relevant, and accessible to all employees.
- Leadership and Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
- Foster a continuous learning and development culture within the team and across the organization.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations based on KPIs and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Evaluation and Improvement
- Develop and implement effective evaluation tools and metrics to assess the impact and effectiveness of certifications.
- Analyze data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions.
- Continuously improve processes based on evaluation results and industry best practices.
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to identify training needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Communicate training plans, initiatives, and results to stakeholders effectively.
- Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure certifications comply with relevant regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Prepare and present regular reports on activities, and outcomes to senior management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in training and development, with at least 2-5 years in a managerial role.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful training programs.
Additional Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using learning management systems.
- Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with compliance training requirements and industry standards.
Location
- Islamabad
Edge is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
