Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a publicly funded research institute based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is home to a diverse community of leading scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and researchers from across the globe, transforming problems and roadblocks into pioneering research and technology prototypes that help move society ahead.
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The Consultant - Learning & Development role involves designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative learning and development solutions that build critical skills and capabilities to support organizational growth. The position requires leading the integration of performance management frameworks to drive continuous improvement and employee development. Collaboration with key stakeholders to establish robust succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and talent readiness across the organization is essential.
Job Responsibilities
- Design and develop capability building initiatives that align with organizational objectives, strategies, and priorities.
- Assess organizational learning needs through skills-gap analysis and stakeholder engagement.
- Partner with Department Heads and Senior leaders to design customized learning journeys for technical talent.
- Develop and implement tailored learning programs (Technical, Leadership, and behavioral development).
- Measure and evaluate effectiveness of learning programs using feedback surveys to enhance the learning journey and drive continuous improvement.
- Introduce and facilitate the integration of technology-driven learning platforms, blended learning solutions, and learning analytics to drive automation and digital transformation.
- Develop and implement an effective competency model to provide a structured framework and roadmap on talent upskilling, internal mobility, career progression & development, succession planning & career growth.
- Ensure knowledge transfer and learning culture in alignment with best practices and global L&D trends.
- Manage the training calendar, training budget, and collaborate with other HC functions and external vendors where applicable.
- Partner in the execution of the organization’s performance management framework, including goal-setting cycles, reviews, calibration, and 360° feedback.
- Support the design and delivery of the Succession Planning Framework, ensuring pipelines for critical roles and future leaders.
Job Qualifications
- Master’s degree in HR or a related field.
- Professional certifications in L&D / Instructional Design (CIPD, ATD, SHRM, or similar) preferred.
- Minimum 8–12 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, of which at least 3 years at a senior specialist/manager level.
- Proven track record of designing and implementing learning strategies in technology, R&D, or innovation-driven organizations.
