The creation of regional platforms has made it possible to improve a number of key activities, in particular research and development through staff mobility and the provision of training, for example. However, the potential created is still untapped for many reasons, including the time required to find the optimal positioning of platforms in a system that used to operate differently.
As for L&D activities, they coincided with a much broader reflection which made it possible to establish a philosophy and which will soon define a strategy and a new structure. At the same time, the training unit has also reviewed its role and mission, with some clear indications of the changes to be expected in the years to come.
In this context, the platform adapted its activities to the most urgent and important needs, even if it clearly anticipated and integrated the different visions defined at each level.
Mission
The mission of L&D teams is to offer coherent support to areas enabling them to ensure a global, mobile and diversified workforce, capable of meeting operational needs thanks to its capabilities and motivation. To do this, the regional inter-sectional training and development manager must
Act as the main interlocutor for L&D activities in the region, establishing an effective connection between the L&D department of Ocs, the Cells and the teams of the HR Unit.
The regional intersectional learning and development manager provides strategic and functional expertise and advice in learning and development, in order to plan and apply processes and activities that promote the development of a diverse and competent workforce in order to achieve the operational objectives of the missions effectively in the region :
- Develop and coordinate efforts between internal actors ( HR unit, cells, MSF platforms and mission ) and external ( institutions or other NGOs ) to understand the obstacles encountered, the real needs, learning and development opportunities, and support the professional development of staff in the region.
- Build a regional learning and staff development offer and strengthen mentoring capacity adapted to the needs of staff.
- Mapping learning and partnership opportunities at regional level and supporting the identification of common training and development needs that COs have on the ground and proposing synergistic solutions.
- Strengthen the training capacity of MSF, the mentoring / coaching offer, in the development of specific skills ( clinical internship, …..) by exploring the possibility of creating a mentoring system for MSF staff.
- Strengthen the training capacity of MSF, the mentoring / coaching offer, in the development of specific skills ( clinical internship, …..) by Exploring the possibility of creating a good network in the region
- in collaboration with the training manager, define a training program in English and French adapted to our collaborators to meet the operational needs of MSF.
- Transmit the activities and tools of the Learning and Training Service ( p. eg, mentoring and coaching offer, new learning initiatives, training catalog, etc.) and ensure that field teams have quick and complete access to relevant tools, resources and information
- Emulate networking, cooperation and economy of scale between the different missions and sections operating in the region, and with external institutions / suppliers.
- Promote the sharing of knowledge and expertise between the different missions / teams in ( and beyond ) the area of coverage
- Strengthen resource sharing and joint initiatives with other sections of the region.
- Maintain active networking with training and reference education institutions and providers and seek opportunities for alliances and partnerships that can enrich the portfolio of learning solutions and resources available.
- Connect learning needs to operational needs where possible.
- Inform and strengthen the capacities of teams participating in AP activities.
2. Contribute to the creation of tools and processes that will facilitate the learning and development of staff in the region.
- Participate in a relevant working group on new AP tools
Help test a new AP initiative in the region - Promote the use of generic AP principles and standards for existing interventions.
- Provide technical supervision for L&D teams in Dakar ( advice on technical choices, maintenance and updating of the toolbox, backup when necessary, etc. ).
3.Other activities
- Contribute to animate the « session Welcome to MSF », at regional level and in the mission if necessary in close collaboration with recruitment, Carrier Advising
- Monitor and evaluate training and development needs and propose actions that correspond to the intersection vision in the region: in close collaboration with the HR teams of Operations, ensure adequate monitoring of the learning and development measures that are undertaken by mapping and evaluating all these measures in order to monitor their impact on the development curve of each employee.
- Carry out field visits to provide support to the CRH and the GPP and update its knowledge of medical and operational contexts, target audiences and practices in the field.
Experiences / Training
Professional skills
- Strong interest in education / pedagogy sciences, diploma preferably, but strong experience / expertise at least ( obligatory )
- Field management experience, preferably within MSF or similar NGOs ( mandatory )
- Project management experience is an asset
- Human resource development experience is an asset
Studies and experience
- Bachelor or Master Education and / or technical training in education, pedagogical design or pedagogy.
- Know the principles of adult learning and their application to program design and development.
- 2 to 5 years of experience in training and development functions, preferably in international and multicultural contexts.
- The experience of online learning is an asset
Capacities and skills
- Computer skills: Word, PowerPoint and Excel are essential
- Languages: bilingual French-English ( written and spoken )
Qualities required
- Service orientation
- Team spirit and solid collaborative skills
- Networking and negotiation
- Analytical spirit
- Planning and organization
- Strategic vision :
Salary
- Full-time position ( 100% ), based in Dakar
- Date of entry into office: as soon as possible / as soon as possible
- Contract: CDI de droit Senegalais ( package information available on request )
Salary ( € )
Level 11 of the MSF Senegal remuneration grid