Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist

“FINCA Impact Finance” is one of the leading global microfinance networks providing financial services to more than one million clients through subsidiaries operating in 20 countries, including Africa, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Currently, “FINCA Azerbaijan” is announcing the Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist vacancy for the Head Office.

FINCA Azerbaijan offers competitive financial compensation package, extensive business opportunities, and professional working environment

 Role Purpose:

Reporting to HRM, the Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist is responsible for ensuring that “FINCA Azerbaijan” effectively develops its employees to serve the needs of the organization through L&D programs and individual development opportunities. S/he develops an annual L&D plan for the subsidiary, and manages training processes and activities at all stages, ensuring constantly an assessment and analysis of current L&D needs in line with organizational strategic goals and the mission. The incumbent manages the design and development of L&D programs, including delivery according to adult learning standards to achieve a high engagement of learner audiences, and the implementation and evaluation of training impact at different levels (Kirkpatrick) to share insights with all stakeholders in the organization.

The L&D Specialist manages the FINCA Learning Zone for “FINCA Azerbaijan” including the curation and maintenance of digital courses.

The L&D Specialist will drive efforts to streamline all processes and systems related to the delivery of adequate learning solutions and opportunities to staff to support business performance and improve and sustain a high level of individual employee job performance.

QUALIFICATIONS, (Experience, Knowledge, and Skills)

• Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years of experience in Human Resource Development, Instructional Design, Corporate Training, Higher Education or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in corporate learning and development
• Proven experience working with remote workforce or international organization and collaboration with virtual teams.
• Banking and microfinance knowledge and experience preferred
• Experience establishing systems for efficient work processes
• Skilled in facilitating cooperation among a variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge of instructional design methodology, measurement of training impact, performance needs assessment, adult learning principles and methodology, and digital learning design and development
• Knowledge of LMS (Moodle System) and L&D technologies, including digital learning authoring tools (Camtasia, Articulate 360, Articulate Rise, etc.) and virtual class platforms
• Knowledge of L&D efficiency and reporting standards and analytical capacity to review L&D data and use it to recommend measures for improvement
• Sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
• Ability to perform under tight deadline pressure
• Ability to work independently
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365Basic project management knowledge and experience
• Availability to travel locally and to global L&D conferences one per year.

To apply for this position, please send your CV to recruitment@fincaazerbaijan.com