Head - Learning & Organizational Development - Manufacturing/Automobile (15-25 yrs)

Head Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD)

Strategic Leadership:

- Develop and execute a robust L&D strategy aligned with business objectives and future workforce needs.

- Collaborate with business leaders to identify skill gaps and design customized learning solutions.

- Drive skill development initiatives that cater to technical, functional, and leadership training.

Skill School Training & Certification:

- Establish and manage Skill Schools to provide industry-relevant training and certifications aligned with solar PV sector requirements.

- Develop certification frameworks that ensure employees meet global solar industry standards.

- Partner with government and certification bodies for accreditation and compliance.

- Implement structured apprenticeship programs to build a future-ready workforce.

Learning & Development for Contractual & On-Roll Workforce:

- Design customized learning interventions for both on-roll and contractual employees, ensuring workforce competency and compliance with labor laws.

- Develop an inclusive L&D strategy that fosters continuous skill enhancement for blue-collar, mid-level, and senior professionals.

- Implement skill assessment and competency mapping frameworks to drive performance improvements.

- Establish Skill Assessment Centers to evaluate and certify the technical and safety readiness of workers.

Organizational Learning & Capability Building:

- Set up L&D centers across locations to facilitate structured learning programs for different employee categories.

- Introduce blended learning methodologies (e-learning, classroom, on-the-job training) for scalable, cost-effective training.

- Measure the impact of training through KPIs such as productivity gains, certification success rates, and retention improvement.

Leadership & Talent Development:

- Design and execute Leadership Development Programs to build a pipeline of future leaders.

- Drive mentorship and coaching initiatives to foster a culture of learning and development.

- Leverage data-driven insights to optimize leadership training effectiveness.

Change Management & Digital Learning Initiatives:

- Lead organizational change initiatives by ensuring learning interventions support business transformations.

- Drive digital learning adoption through LMS, micro-learning, and AI-driven training solutions.

- Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

- Training Effectiveness: Improvement in skill proficiency and post-training assessment scores.

- Skill Certification Success Rate: Percentage of employees achieving industry-recognized certifications.

- Competency Readiness: Increase in workforce capability through skill assessment programs.

- Leadership Pipeline: Growth in internally promoted leadership roles.

- Retention & Engagement: Higher engagement scores and lower attrition of skilled workers.

Education:

- Master's degree in Human Resources(mandatory)

- Proven expertise in designing and executing large-scale learning and organizational development programs. (Skill School experience is mandatory).

- Experience in high-growth industries such as renewable energy, manufacturing, or technology is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

Strategic Thinking & Analytics:

- Ability to align L&OD strategies with organizational priorities.

- Proficient in analysing workforce data to drive learning and engagement strategies.

Leadership & Collaboration:

- Proven ability to lead diverse teams and influence senior stakeholders.

- Skilled in fostering collaboration across departments and aligning efforts with business goals.

Learning Design Expertise:

- In-depth knowledge of instructional design, digital learning platforms, and adult learning principles.

- Experience in implementing competency frameworks and career development programs.

Change Management:

- Expertise in leading large-scale change initiatives and managing resistance to change.

- Strong ability to communicate the value of change and engage employees effectively.

Communication & Coaching:

- Excellent communication skills to present strategies and lead training sessions.

- Skilled in coaching leaders and employees to achieve professional growth.