Learning & Development Specialist at Pula

At Pula, our values are:

• Obsessed with results: We are responsible for our future and therefore we get things done!
• Connect the Dots: We continuously identify different customer needs & business problems and build solutions that deliver value.
• Have a Can do Attitude! We dare to do things differently to make things work.
• We have each others' back: We look out for each other & we share high quality, timely feedback that makes us better.

What You Will Be Doing

• Create and execute learning strategies and programs.
• Evaluate individual and organizational development needs.
• Implement various learning methods companywide (e.g. coaching, job-shadowing, online training).
• Act as product manager for learning systems, shepherding them from design through systems and tools development, training of trainers through delivery and measuring outcomes.
• Design training and learning approaches which are optimized for effectiveness, scalability, and cost including hybrid learning (best use of in person, live remote sessions, and independent learning across a program).
• Assess the success of development plans and help employees make the most of learning opportunities.
• In partnership with internal and external subject matter experts, create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer.
• Work with subject matter experts and identify the target audience's training needs based on clearly defined, measurable outcomes and learning objectives.
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface and the finished product.
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.
• Apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods for adult learners.
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games etc).
• Monitor and report on agreed interim indicators and outcomes to stakeholders for each learning program/product, including ROI, on at least a quarterly basis..
• Maintain project documentation and course folders
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments and best practices in vocational training and adult learning.

What You Need To Have To Be Successful

• 5+ years 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 strong work ethics.
• 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