Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) Healthcare/BioTech

Learning and Development Specialist-AHS-Human Resource(Sec)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates In person Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Training Needs Analysis

  • Conduct annual Training Needs Analysis across all functions and clinic locations.
  • Identify capability gaps through performance reviews, competency assessments, quality findings, patient experience data, and accreditation requirements.
  • Analyze learning needs and recommend appropriate development interventions.
  • Present training needs findings and recommendations to management and department heads.
  • Maintain and monitor mandatory, regulatory, and role-specific training requirements.

Training Calendar Management

  • Develop and maintain the annual training calendar covering mandatory, technical, behavioral, and leadership programs.
  • Coordinate training schedules, facilitators, venues, virtual platforms, and training resources.
  • Manage participant nominations, registrations, attendance tracking, and completion records.
  • Monitor training completion rates and ensure timely execution of planned programs.
  • Ensure equitable training coverage across all clinic sites and departments.

Training Budget Management

  • Support the preparation and administration of the annual Learning & Development budget.
  • Monitor and track training expenditures against approved budgets.
  • Process purchase requisitions, vendor quotations, and training-related documentation.
  • Coordinate with external training providers and consultants.
  • Prepare reports on budget utilization, cost per learner, and training ROI.

Training Delivery & Facilitation

  • Facilitate classroom and virtual training sessions, including induction, onboarding, compliance, and behavioral programs.
  • Ensure effective learner engagement and delivery quality.
  • Coordinate internal subject matter experts and external trainers.
  • Maintain training records, attendance logs, and certification documentation.
  • Conduct post-training evaluations and implement continuous improvements.

Learning Content Design & Development

  • Design and develop training materials, presentations, facilitator guides, workbooks, assessments, and job aids.
  • Develop and maintain e-learning and blended learning programs.
  • Ensure learning materials comply with organizational branding and accessibility standards.
  • Review and update content based on policy, regulatory, and accreditation changes.
  • Collaborate with business and clinical subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy.

Leadership Development

  • Support the development and delivery of leadership and management development programs.
  • Coordinate leadership assessments, coaching sessions, and development initiatives.
  • Track participant progress and program effectiveness.
  • Support succession planning and high-potential employee development initiatives.
  • Prepare leadership development reports and recommendations.
  • Career Planning & Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
  • Manage and monitor the organizational IDP process.
  • Guide managers on development planning and career conversations.
  • Support the creation of career pathways and competency frameworks.
  • Consolidate IDP insights to identify organizational development priorities.
  • Monitor IDP completion rates and compliance across departments.

Learning Systems, Evaluation & Reporting

  • Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including course setup, enrolments, and completion tracking.
  • Maintain accurate training records and learning documentation.
  • Prepare dashboards and reports on training compliance, participation, and effectiveness.
  • Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and accreditation requirements by maintaining training evidence.
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvements to learning processes and systems.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Education, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development, Training Coordination, Talent Development, or Organizational Development.
  • Healthcare industry experience preferred.
  • Experience in LMS administration, training facilitation, learning content design, and stakeholder management.

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