Head: Learning and Organisational Development (OD)

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.
We are looking for a Head: Learning and Organisational Development to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-month contract role.

We are looking for an accomplished and visionary leader to take on the role of Head: Learning and Organisational Development, driving two key strategic projects focused on building an integrated learning framework and solutions across a multi-cluster commercial and retail banking environment. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping future capabilities with a particular focus on Risk Management, Audit, ESG, Sustainable Development Goals, and Sustainable Finance.
What you will be doing:

• Lead the finalisation and rollout of a comprehensive Learning Framework targeting core and strategic skills across diverse business clusters.
• Structure and mobilise subject matter expert (SME) teams to support the design of tools, skills, and application-based learning.
• Conduct a thorough review and validation of existing learning offerings and vendor insights.
• Perform external benchmarking and environmental scanning to evaluate potential solutions.
• Align learning solutions to business needs and propose fit-for-purpose delivery models with associated costing.
• Develop, scale, or source high-impact learning programmes tailored to priority audiences.
• Drive the successful adoption and integration of learning Academies across the organisation.
• Consolidate and integrate existing programmes to build a cohesive learning ecosystem.
• Track programme performance and ensure alignment with business case metrics.
• Cultivate strong stakeholder relationships and influence strategic decision-making at senior levels.

• A postgraduate qualification in Learning and Development, Organisational Development, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
• 8 years' experience as a Head: Learning and Organisational Development
• Proven experience in leading complex, large-scale learning and capability development initiatives, preferably within financial services or banking.
• Deep understanding of Risk Management, Audit, ESG, SDGs, and Sustainable Finance.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

• In-depth knowledge of contemporary learning methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills to assess, validate, and optimise learning solutions and vendor recommendations.
• Sound experience in delivery model design, programme costing, and project management.
• Familiarity with integrating learning programmes and managing learning academies.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• organisational development
• Sustainable finance
• Risk Management
• Audit