Training & Development Specialist

Overview

About the role

Key responsibilities

• Learning strategy: Collaborate with HR and business leaders to assess capability gaps and develop a learning strategy and annual training plan aligned to organisational goals.
• Needs analysis: Conduct training needs assessments using surveys, interviews, performance data, and competency frameworks.
• **Instructional design:** Design blended learning solutions (classroom, virtual, e-learning, on-the-job) using sound adult-learning principles and modern methodologies (microlearning, scenario-based learning, blended curricula).
• **Content development:** Create engaging training materials, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, assessments, and e-learning modules; source and customise external content when required.
• **Facilitation & delivery:** Deliver workshops, onboarding, leadership development, soft-skills, and technical training sessions for employees at all levels; engage external trainers and manage vendor relationships.
• **Learning technology:** Administer and optimise the LMS; track enrolments, completions, and learning metrics; recommend digital learning tools and platforms.
• **Evaluation & ROI:** Design evaluation frameworks (Kirkpatrick levels or similar), measure learning impact, analyse training effectiveness, and report on KPIs and ROI.
• **Career & succession support:** Support talent development initiatives, competency mapping, career-pathing, and succession planning activities.
• **Compliance & localisation:** Ensure training complies with local regulations, cultural norms, and company policies; localise content for relevance in Qatar.
• **Budget & vendor management:** Manage training budgets, procure external providers, and evaluate vendor performance.
• **Continuous improvement:** Maintain up-to-date knowledge of L&D best practices and industry trends; pilot new approaches and scale successful programs.

Qualifications & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in training and development, learning design, or HR L&D functions; experience in Doha/Qatar or GCC markets preferred.
• Proven experience designing and delivering blended learning solutions and facilitation for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms (e.g., Cornerstone, Moodle, SAP SuccessFactors) and authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate) preferred.
• Strong assessment and evaluation skills; experience with learning metrics and ROI analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Experience managing external vendors and training budgets.
• Valid work authorization for Qatar.
• Competencies & attributes
• **Instructional expertise:** Deep understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design models.
• **Facilitation:** Confident presenter with ability to engage diverse learners.
• **Analytical:** Data-driven approach to assess learning impact and iterate programs.
• **Collaborative:** Strong stakeholder management and consultative skills.
• **Organised:** Project-management skills and attention to detail.
• **Culturally sensitive:** Comfortable working in multicultural teams and adapting content to local context.

Compensation & benefits (example)

• Competitive salary with performance-related incentives.
• Health insurance and statutory benefits per Qatari regulations.
• Professional development allowance and training budget.
• Flexible working arrangements and other company-specific benefits.
• الراتب المدفوع: QAR٢٠٫٠٠ لكل ساعة
• موقع العمل: بشكل شخصي