At Barilla , we believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development to empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping our leadership development initiatives and promoting a culture of growth and innovation.

Job Purpose

As our next Leadership & Development Programs Lead, you'll report directly to the Head of Learning & Development, contributing to the overall L&D strategy and nurturing a culture of continuous learning within our organization.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Trainings & Development Programs:

• Develop and implement a global strategy for leadership and managerial learning, enhancing competencies and effectiveness of leaders.

• Collaborate with external providers to create engaging curriculum content aligned with business objectives.

• Ensure delivery of interactive training sessions employing various instructional techniques.

  Coaching & Mentoring:

• • Establish global coaching and mentoring programs to support individuals at all levels, nurturing their professional growth.
• • Develop internal and external coaching networks, ensuring coaches possess necessary skills.
• • Supervise pairing of mentees with suitable coaches, monitoring progress and providing support.

  Communication Campaigns & Learning Culture Promotions:

• Design annual communication plans to engage individuals and promote a positive learning culture.

• Utilize various channels to disseminate information and celebrate learning achievements.

  Development Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify development needs and talent gaps.

• Offer feedback and guidance to employees on assessment results, aiding in formulating actionable development plans.

  Facilitation

• Lead group discussions and team-building activities to bolster leadership skills and induce behavioural change.

• Act as a mentor to other facilitators, sharing best practices and fostering facilitation excellence.

  Contract Management and Partnership

• Select suitable providers and establish engagement terms within budgetary constraints.

  Desired Qualifications/Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, Master’s degree or certifications advantageous.

  • 3-5 years' experience in learning and development or related roles.

  • Proficient in needs assessments and development assessments.

  • Skilled in facilitating group discussions and workshops.

  • Experience in project management and budgeting.

  • Familiarity with learning methodologies and technologies.

  • Experience in multicultural environments.

  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.

  • Passion for developing others and driving performance.

  Additional Info

  Location: Amsterdam – we offer hybrid working as a mix of working remotely and from the office.

  Start date: July 2024, with a full-time permanent contract.

  Travel required: 20% of the time

  Join us in shaping the future of leadership development and organizational growth!

  If you're passionate about learning and development and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

  Barilla is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.