Openings 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

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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

• Deliver the day to day People Operations activities including onboarding, offboarding, contracting and planning for training & development.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and retention
• Execute the performance management process
• Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
• Administer and track compensation and benefit plans including health care, retirement etc.
• Assist in the development and implementation of human resource policies.
• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form.
• Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and organizing engagement and culture initiatives.
• Provide support in payroll preparation by ensuring all statutory documentation is in place by providing relevant data (joining date, compensation, leaves, etc)
• Support departments in the set up of offsite retreats/activities that increase employee engagement and/or productivity.
• Provide support to employees in various People Operations-related topics such as policies, leaves and benefits.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics.
• Organize, maintain and update employee HRIS information as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Have To Be Successful

• 3+ 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/Business or a related field (additional HR training or experience is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and strong work ethics.
• Basic knowledge of HR procedures and policies.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Superb computer literacy with capability in email, G-Suite and you are comfortable learning new technical systems as needed.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a resourceful mindset
• Ability to handle difficult situations with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

What Pula will bring to the table

• Growth potential: With an untapped market of 1.5 billion smallholders worldwide, on track to doubling the number of farmers insured in 2021 and Pula's global leadership in Agriculture Insurance, the Commercial Director has a tremendous upside growth potential.
• Market Leader: Not only is the opportunity massive, but Pula is by far the market leader in it's category with 5.3m farmers insured as at the end of 2021.
• Solid: Pula has been funded by leading venture capital investors (Omidyar Network, ACCION, MercyCorps) and global philanthropic institutions (MasterCard Foundation, CGAP/World Bank as well as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation). Pula closed a $6m series A funding in December 2020 in the right in middle of the pandemic a clear testimony of the opportunity that Pula is going after.
• Respected: Winner of the Singapore FinTech Festival 2019, Winner of The InsureTech of the Award, Africa. Featured on TED talks, The New York Times, The Economist.
• Impact and creation: This is a high-impact role, reporting to the CEO and Co-Founder, that offers a unique opportunity to bring the company to the next level, whilst developing new strategies, approaches and ideas.
• Leadership: The founders & CEO foster a culture of transparency, respect, high performance, pragmatism, execution and personal development.
• Purpose: It is rare to find a professional opportunity that offers accelerated professional development and a life purpose. Pula is going through a second phase of accelerated growth that will naturally provide professional development, whilst contributing to the financial stability of small farmers in the emerging markets.
• Remuneration: Competitive base salary accordingly with seniority and experience, commission on closed sales and an employee share option plan that offers an attractive equity upside.