Job Advert Summary:

The role is responsible to establish a Farmer Academy and work collaboratively with the Head for Learning and Development Academy and various divisions in the Bank; engage subject matter experts internally and externally to source content for the programme; develop and design training curriculum, programs for internal use across the organization and external use. Design and develop blended learning solutions and ad hoc training programs to address skills required for business. Monitor and ensure that core and mandatory training is successfully completed by participants in the program leading to professional development of employees. Support managers to implement and effect learning outcomes for the organization to realize return on investments on the training interventions.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Education, Training and Program management and development: Update and adapt educational programmes and curriculum as needed to reflect changes in agricultural practices, regulations, and market demands.
2. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships: Collaborate with internal teams, such as Supply Chain, to ensure training programs meet the requirements and expectations of the Bank and its stakeholders.
3. Farmer Support and Guidance: Recruit farmers within the banks from Blended Finance into the educational programs.
4. Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation: Define clear objectives for the Academy and measurable outcomes for each program.
5. Compliance, Risk and Regulation: Ensure that training programs comply with industry regulations and standards, and inform farmers about any relevant compliance requirements.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience:

• Post graduate qualification in Human Resources with Learning and Development.
• Learning and Development/Training certificate.
• 5 – 8 years Post qualification experience which will typically include the following:
  • 5 years experience in designing and developing learning programs and courses
  • 5 years managerial level of experience in learning and development/training.
  • 5 years experience in agricultural farm business management.
  • 8 years executing/conducting training in organizations

Critical Competencies:

• Policies and Procedures
• Business Environment
• Skills Development
• Curriculum Design
• Legislation

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge / Experience of the Agricultural Industry
• Knowledge and familiarity with agricultural regulations, food safety standards and quality control procedures.
• Ability to ensure all governance and compliance requirements are met with the aim to eliminate potential inappropriate and corrupt practices.