Country Lead: Talent & Learning

The Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) is hiring a Country Lead: Talent & Learning.
Job Description
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for an Country Lead: Talent & Learning to join the CCBA Team. The role will report to the People & Culture Director.
CCBA is the eighth largest Coca-Cola authorized bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 14,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Drive and Manage Talent Acceleration/Talent Development

Program Design and Execution: Align programs with organizational goals to develop top and future talent for succession.
High-Potential Identification: Use the talent framework to identify high-potential employees and create customized development plans.
Manager Collaboration: Provide coaching and support for performance and career development.

Manage and Coordinate Learning and Development

Learning Needs Assessment: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training gaps and develop learning objectives.
Program Design and Adoption: Ensure engaging learning programs using various instructional methods.
Training Coordination: Manage training logistics, materials, and sessions.
Continuous Improvement: Conduct needs analysis and evaluations to measure training effectiveness and make improvements.
Coaching and Mentoring: Provide coaching to employees and managers for skill development.
LMS Administration: Ensure effective course enrollment, tracking, reporting.
Stay Updated: Keep abreast of trends and best practices in learning and development.
External Collaboration: Work with external providers and experts to deliver training programs.
DEI Integration: Incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into learning programs.

Performance Management

Performance Processes: Drive goal setting, feedback, evaluations, and calibration processes.
Data Analysis: Analyze performance data to identify trends and development areas, ensuring data integrity.
Continuous Feedback Culture: Promote a culture of continuous feedback and performance excellence.

Support the Employer Branding Drive

Employer Brand Development: Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to develop and promote the employer brand.
Branding Campaigns: Contribute to compelling employer branding campaigns and content.
Brand Perception Enhancement: Monitor and enhance employer brand perception through effective communication and aligned messaging.

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, Education, or a related field.

Skills

Ability to think strategically, drive results, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Leadership Skills and Communication Skills , including providing mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback.
Collaboration and Relationship Building: Skill in building strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and industry experts.
Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis and metrics tracking to assess the effectiveness of talent development programs and make data-driven decisions.
Project Management: Strong project management skills.
Innovative Thinking: Ability to innovate and propose creative solutions to talent development challenges, such as implementing new learning technologies or strategies.
Proven capability in Learning and development, content creation and assessment and performance process management.

Experience

Proven experience in talent development preferably in a leadership role.
Talent Development Expertise: including performance management, career development, succession planning, and learning initiatives.
Training and Development: Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.
HR Knowledge: Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and regulations related to talent management, employee development, and career progression.
Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS): Familiarity with LMS platforms and tools for delivering and managing training content and assessments.

General
The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Together, we create a workplace where everyone belongs and can achieve their full potential.