Head of Learning & Development in Genève

h3bPurpose of the role /b /h3 pSince 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence. /p pIn collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on. /p pWe engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats. /p h3bPurpose of the role /b /h3 pThe Head of Learning and Development provides strategic leadership for the ICRC’s Learning and Development function, ensuring that the organization builds the capabilities required to deliver its mission today and in the future. The position reports directly to the Chief People Officer and will manage the Learning and Development Unit within the People division. /p pAs part of the People function, the role translates the ICRC’s strategic and operational priorities into a coherent learning and capability agenda, enabling people and teams to perform, adapt and grow in an increasingly complex, digital and rapidly changing environment. /p pThe role contributes to the ICRC’s ambition to build a fit-for-purpose, reliable People function that enables the organization to achieve its mission by recruiting, developing and deploying the talent it requires today and tomorrow, while caring for the people who make the mission possible. /p pThe Head of Learning and Development leads the LD team, shapes the organization learning strategy and ecosystem, and acts as a strategic advisor to senior leaders on capability development. /p h3bMain duties and Responsibilities /b /h3 h3bDefine and implement the Learning Development vision and strategy /b /h3 ul liDefine and implement a Learning and Development vision and strategy, aligned with the ICRC’s Institutional Strategy, Staffing model, operational realities and future capability needs. /li liTranslate organizational priorities into clear capability priorities, learning solutions and development pathways for today and the future. /li liLead the Learning and Development team across the organization namely 65 staff across 6 locations, manage X team members. The Head of LnD chair and lead and facilitate the Learning Council, ensuring strong alignment between organizational priorities, learning investments and operational needs. Accountable for all aspects of learning that are defined within the Learning Council Workplan, advocates for a global standard learning culture across the institution and an environment conducive to learning. /li liBuild a balanced learning ecosystem aligned with our operational realities, combining formal learning, experiential learning, coaching, peer learning, knowledge sharing and on-the-job development,the “70, 20, 10” model. /li liIs Responsible for the quality, impact and value of the learning portfolio by using data, learner insights and clear measures of effectiveness to continuously improve solutions, prioritize investments and resources, maintain consistent quality standards, and leverage internal and external expertise strategically. /li liAct as a trusted advisor to the Directorate, senior leaders and key stakeholders on learning, capability and organizational development matters. /li /ul h3bLead and develop a high-performing Learning Development team /b /h3 ul liLead, inspire and develop the Learning and Development team, in line with the People Management standards, creating a high-performing, collaborative and learning-oriented culture. /li liSet clear priorities, accountabilities and standards while empowering team members to innovate and take ownership. /li liManage the LD budget and be accountable for workforce planning and the allocation of LD resources against organizational priorities. /li /ul h3bDrive innovation, technology and AI-enabled learning /b /h3 ul liLead the digital and AI-enabled evolution of the ICRC’s learning ecosystem, responsibility leveraging AI tailor learning, identify capability gaps and improve the learner experience, while ensuring that technology is used as an enabler of learning and performance. /li liLeverage AI to tailor learning, identify capability gaps, support knowledge acquisition and improve the learner experience in line with the learning and career paths. /li liPromote and foster innovative approaches such as adaptive learning, micro-learning, simulations, communities of practice, peer learning and experiential development. /li liStay abreast of external developments, emerging learning technologies and future-of-work trends and assess their relevance to the ICRC. /li /ul h3bStrengthen leadership and critical capabilities /b /h3 ul liEnsure the learning and development work closely with Global HRBP and Métiers to shape and oversee learning strategies for critical organisational capabilities, including leadership, management, digital and AI capabilities, financial literacy, risk, operational and people management. /li liPartner with Talent Management, Global HRBPs and the metier to strengthen leadership pipelines, succession and career mobility. /li liEnsure that learning opportunities contribute to the development and retention of critical talent. /li liEquip People teams and line managers in taking greater ownership of people development and creating learning environments within their teams. /li /ul h3bEducation and professional requirement /b /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration or a related discipline. /li liMinimum 12 -15 years of experience in Learning Development, Talent Management, Organizational Development or a related field, preferably in a complex international organization. /li liDemonstrated experience in designing and implementing organization-wide learning and capability strategies. /li liStrong experience leading and developing high-performing, diverse teams. /li liProven experience acting as a strategic advisor and consultant to senior leaders. /li liDemonstrated understanding of current and emerging trends in digital learning, AI, skills-based organizations and future capabilities. /li liExperience using data and evidence to assess learning needs, measure impact and inform decision-making. /li liICRC field experience is an asset. /li liFluency in English; knowledge of French is an asset. /li libStrategic leadership: /b Ability to translate organizational strategy into a clear capability and learning agenda, anticipate future needs and create a compelling vision. /li libPeople leadership: /b Ability to build, lead and develop high-performing teams, creating trust, accountability, collaboration and continuous learning. /li libInnovation adaptability: /b Curiosity and ability to challenge established approaches, experiment with new methodologies and leverage technology, AI and emerging learning practices. /li libStrategic execution: /bAbility to turn strategy into action, prioritize effectively, manage complexity and deliver sustainable results while ensuring business continuity. /li libCollaboration influence: /b Ability to build strong relationships across functions and levels, create alignment and mobilize stakeholders around shared priorities. /li libLearning agility: /bStrong personal commitment to continuous learning, openness to feedback and ability to learn quickly from experience, evidence and others. /li libResults orientation: /bFocus on measurable organizational impact, quality and value, with the ability to balance long-term transformation with immediate operational needs. /li /ul h3bAdditional information /b /h3 ul liLocation: Geneva /li liType of contract: Open-ended /li liMobility Type: Required Rotation, 6 years /li liActivity rate: 100% /li liStart date: January 2027 /li libApplication deadline: Sunday, 25th of October 2026 /b /li /ul pThe ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. /p h3bOur values /b /h3 ul liAt the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page. /li /ul pThe ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. /p pJob Family: Administration / Finance / Human Resources /p #J-18808-Ljbffr