Learning & Developing (LnD) Officer – Kyiv – 876639

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. We have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC People and Culture (PAC) Unit seeks a competent Learning & Development (LnD) Officer to join our team in Kyiv. The Learning and Development (LnD) Officer is responsible for designing, coordinating, and implementing learning initiatives that align with the strategic goals of the Ukraine delegation and the broader People and Culture (PAC) strategy. This role involves overseeing all learning and development activities, including onboarding, induction programs, and ongoing training for staff development. The LnD Officer works closely with management and staff to tailor programs that address evolving needs, enhance employee skills, and drive organizational performance. By leading the planning, execution, and resource management of learning programs, the LnD Officer ensures the development of a skilled, adaptable workforce capable of supporting the ICRC's mission in Ukraine.

Start date: As soon as possible

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drives the full range of learning initiatives, ensuring alignment with the ICRC strategic and operational goals to foster impactful, mission-driven staff development.
• Partner with leadership and staff to identify critical skills needs and implement targeted, high-impact training programs that boost performance and readiness
• Develop and execute a multi-year strategy focused on building capacity in crucial roles essential to our operational plans, ensuring a sustainable and resilient workforce
• Oversee budgeting, logistics, staffing, and material resources to deliver efficient and well-supported training programs, maximizing reach and quality.
• Leverage insights from the Regional LnD Unit in Amman and collaborate with local and external experts to integrate best practices into relevant, tailored training solutions
• Track participation rates, evaluate training effectiveness, and produce quarterly reports to ensure programs meet set objectives and enhance staff capabilities
• Deliver essential institutional programs, design specialized sessions tailored to our needs, and ensure all training aligns with organizational priorities and standards
• Lead onboarding for new hires, encourage ongoing professional growth, and guide employees in utilizing internal resources, like iDevelop, to achieve career advancement.

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between UAH 70,000 and 102,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

About you

To be successful as Learning & Developing (LnD) Officer in the People and Culture (PAC) Team, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• University Degree or equivalent experience
• 6-9 years of experience in training design and delivery  
• Training experience is an asset
• Professional fluency (written and spoken) in English, Ukrainian and Russian
• Excellent command of digital learning tools
• Computer literate, including sound knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV

Application deadline:  23 December 2024

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process.

The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a lower grade position with an adjusted job description or different duration, or recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.