L&D Specialist

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Jabil EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) based in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 are currently recruiting for an experienced Learning & Development Specialist to support business initiatives through the design and development of high-impact development and strategic learning programs.  You will work in collaboration with the senior leadership team and SMEs to analyze the learning needs; design; develop and implement learning solutions aligned with role-based competencies and business strategy.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Partner with functional business leads, Subject Matter Experts and HR team members to understand role-specific learning requirements for the site by conducting training needs/gap analysis
• Develop and facilitate learning solutions, workshops and bespoke training for a range of audiences with a particular capability to work with production operators in a manufacturing environment
• Development and implementation of evaluation strategies to determine effectiveness of L&D activity
• Uses and supports Learning Management System activities for delivery of learning material
• Mentor and coach other trainers, facilitators and coaches as required
• Design and establish benchmarks that measure the impact and effectiveness of learning and development programmes on business performance and create corresponding enhancement plans e.g., succession plans and talent development
• Strengthen the business’s ability to lead organizational change by bringing proven best practices to help Jabil leaders achieve sustainable results
• Create strong, internal customer relationships, becoming their trusted partner and advisor on L&D issues
• Evaluate current training/solutions for effectiveness and recommend improvements or other strategies for enhancing solutions
• Consult with SMEs and others to design and develop instructor led, self-study, online and blended instructional solutions that meet learning objectives and effectively engage the learner
• Obtains and coordinates resources supporting the program including facilitators, vendors, training coordinators, site or corporate HR, etc.
• Create project plans and adhere to project plans and timelines
• Source and recommend vendors and other external partners to design, develop, and / or deliver learning solutions.  Manage relationships with external resources to ensure delivery to project plans and quality expectations.
• Analyze and drive effectiveness and efficiency of Learning and Development solutions
• Administer training metrics, program evaluation and tracking training programs
• Management and control of training budget for site in conjunction with HR Manager
• Developing and managing Jabil Care program by assigning volunteer hours training opportunities to employees
• Managing and facilitating global employee recognition program under Respect, Recognize and Reward
• Coach and mentor high potential and high professional employees as part of the organization’s focus on talent development; including identifying talent issues before they impact the business
• Assisting HR Manager as requested in the implementation of HR initiatives & projects
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Essential Criteria

• Degree in HR or related L&D field essential, may substitute relevant experience in lieu of educational requirement.
• 3+ years’ L&D experience is essential with a desire to continue to further develop your HR career
• Train the Trainer qualification or similar advantageous
• Ability to work on own initiative - proactive, driven and enthusiastic 
• Flexibility in adapting to a non-routine and fast-paced environment
• Experience in and ability to communicate, business partner and facilitate multiple areas of the business at the same time
• Demonstrated ability to drive major initiatives and influence decision makers at all levels
• Strong administration skills, highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in the English language is a requirement alongside eligibility to work in Ireland
• A “can do” work ethic with excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email management systems, online chat and ability to learn in-house systems quickly

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environmental is highly advantageous, however other industries will be considered
• CIPD membership desirable but not essential
• Experience with e-learning software desirable, in particular Articulate Software
• Previous Lean/Six Sigma experience in a manufacturing environment highly advantageous