Learning & Development Specialist at Pula

Learning, Development and Gender Inclusion

• Create and implement a comprehensive Learning and Development (L&D) framework across all departments, ensuring alignment with business goals and gender inclusivity objectives.
• Evaluate individual and organizational development needs to tailor effective, scalable, and cost-efficient training programs.
• Implement diverse learning methods (e.g., coaching, mentoring, job-shadowing, online and hybrid training) that integrate gender-sensitive approaches.
• Develop and implement a competency matrix for all roles, supporting structured career growth and skills enhancement.
• Act as a product manager for learning systems, overseeing their design, implementation, and evaluation while ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
• Monitor and assess the impact of learning initiatives, tracking progress on professional development, leadership readiness, and gender equity outcomes.
• Design and implement a Leadership Development Program to cultivate a strong pipeline of future leaders.
• Establish clear leadership succession paths across all departments to support long-term organizational growth.
• Implement a 360-degree feedback process for leaders, driving continuous improvement and accountability.
• Develop and launch career pathways to support structured professional advancement.

Instructional Design and Gender Integration

• Partner with internal and external subject matter experts to create engaging, impactful, and inclusive learning content that promotes gender awareness and professional development.
• Design learning experiences tailored to different employee needs, ensuring they align with measurable learning objectives while addressing gender biases and workplace inclusivity.
• Monitor and report on learning program outcomes, including impact on gender equity and inclusion, providing data-driven insights on progress at least quarterly.
• Stay updated on best practices in vocational training, adult learning, and gender-responsive education, ensuring continuous organizational learning and development improvement.

What you need to have to be successful: 

• You have at least 5 years of experience in a similar full-time role in a busy start-up or innovative organization that cares deeply about people development.
• A Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Education, Business, or a related field. or a related field. 
• Track record in designing and executing successful training programs.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in-class training, adult learning, e-learning, workshops, simulations, etc) field (additional L&D training or experience is a plus).
• Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices
• You have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Experience in project management and budgeting
• Proficient in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Visual design skills (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator) and ability to storyboard
• Ability to build rapport with employees
• Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
• Professional certification (e.g. CPLP) is a plus.