Senior Career & development Specialist

Job purpose:  To support employee growth, retention, and overall career progression. This role is pivotal in ensuring that employees within Bravo have the resources, support, and opportunities needed to advance their careers, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the organization

Job responsibilities:

Career Development Planning

• Assessment: Evaluate employees' skills, competencies, and career goals through assessments, interviews, and performance reviews.
• Career Pathing: Develop clear career paths and progression plans within the organization, tailored to individual employees.

Performance Management

• Performance Review Process: Oversee the performance appraisal process, ensuring that it aligns with career development goals.
• Feedback Mechanisms: Implement systems for regular feedback, coaching, and performance discussions between employees and their supervisors.

Talent Management

• Succession Planning: Identify high-potential employees and create succession plans for key positions within the market chain.
• Employee Retention: Develop strategies to retain top talent, including recognition programs, career advancement opportunities, and competitive compensation.

Employee Engagement

• Engagement Initiatives: Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement and satisfaction, fostering a positive work environment.
• Surveys and Feedback: Conduct employee surveys to gather feedback on job satisfaction, career opportunities, and work conditions.

Compliance and Reporting

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all career development programs comply with relevant labor laws and industry regulations.
• Reporting: Prepare reports on career development activities, employee progress, and program outcomes for senior management.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, department managers, and other stakeholders to align career development strategies with organizational goals.
• Advisory Role: Serve as an advisor to management on issues related to employee development, training needs, and talent retention.

Market Trends and Best Practices

• Industry Research: Stay informed about the latest trends in career development, training, and talent management within the retail and market chain industry.
• Best Practices Implementation: Introduce and implement best practices to continuously improve the effectiveness of career development programs.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or related fields)
•  Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP (Certified Professional in Human Resource Management), CHRM (Certified Human Resources Manager), or Coaching certifications are preferred
• 2–3 years of progressive experience in career development, talent management, or performance management
• Experience in succession planning, employee retention strategies, and career development, particularly within retail and supply chain sectors
• Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration, especially aligning development strategies across various departments
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in employee development, performance management, and talent development
• Career Development and Planning skills
• Experience in Performance Management
• Analytical and Reporting Skills: Ability to prepare detailed reports and analyze data related to career development outcomes, performance, and employee engagement
•  Consultative and Advisory Skills: Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on employee development, training, and retention
•  Industry Knowledge: Staying updated on market trends in career development, particularly in the retail and supply chain industries
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Empathy and emotional intelligence
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Ability to research and apply best practices in career development, employee retention, and talent management
• Knowledge of current labor laws, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards, particularly those related to employee development
• Proactive and strategic thinking abilities
• Change management skills
• Ability to ensure accurate reporting, tracking, and evaluation processes

Interested candidates may apply for the role by sending resume to [email protected]  email address, mentioning " Senior Career & development Specialist " in theme tab. Pease note that only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps of recruitment process.