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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. NOVOTEL
  4. People & Culture

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Novotel Nairobi Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

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REF101925E

Assistant Learning & Development Manager

Region

MEA SPAC


Company Description

"Why work for Accor?

Guided by our purpose “Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care.” we empower every team member to bring their passion and creativity to life.


We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS"


Job Description

We are seeking an innovative and goal-oriented Assistant Learning & Development Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our People & Culture department, you will be responsible for developing and implementing training strategies and programs for all levels of employees within the Hotel. From day one, you will be involved in their journey preparing and monitoring individual development plans, organizing and delivering training activities, and supporting them through learning and development opportunities.

You will report to the People & Culture Manager.

 

Key Responsibilities;

  • Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs and design customized learning solutions.
  • Employee Induction: Conduct orientation sessions for new employees to introduce them to the brand, and organizational culture. Familiarize them with the hotel's history, brand positioning, and the importance of their roles in achieving the hotel's success.  These sessions should encompass tour of the hotel, brand standards, safety procedures, and SOP trainings.
  • Creation of training materials, presentations, and e-learning modules.
  • Tracking all e-learning modules from Accor Academy, ensuring strict compliance before set deadlines
  • Conduct training sessions, ensuring they are interactive, engaging, and tailored to the audience's needs.
  • Manage internship programs and work closely with the learning institutions.
  • Coordinate and schedule training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
  • Monitor training effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Maintain accurate training records and reporting systems
  • Support employees with continuous development plans and career progression.
  • Cross-Training Initiatives: Identify opportunities for cross-training employees to enhance their skillsets and promote flexibility within the hotel's workforce.
  • Maintain and update training records, ensuring compliance with Accor standards.
  • Submit monthly learning hours to People & Culture Manager.
  • Keep abreast of the brand, industry trends, best practices, and new training techniques.
  • Assist in planning and organizing People & Culture activities

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Hospitality, or related field
  • Proven experience in Learning & Development, preferably within the hospitality industry.
  • Train the Trainer certification
  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methods.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptability: A flexible and adaptable approach to work, as preopening hotels can be dynamic environments with changing priorities.
  • Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple training programs, deadlines, and resources effectively.
  • Problem-solving: A creative problem-solving mindset to address unique challenges that may arise during the preopening phase.
  • Open to local candidates.

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

  • At Accor, we are Heartists!  Are you ready to put your heart at the center of everything that you do? If so, then join our team of Heartists
  • Every day, we look for opportunities to engage on a personal & meaningful way with our guests and each other.  

We deliver heartfelt hospitality in an environment that is engaging, enthusiastic and professionally rewarding!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and what we really hope to achieve is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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