Learning and Development Specialist
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Job Summary
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
The Salvation Army is seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning and Development Specialist to support the design delivery and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide learning initiatives.
This role partners closely with leaders HR teams and stakeholders to develop impactful accessible and modern learning experiences. The successful candidate will leverage best-in-class methodologies digital tools and data insights to enhance learning effectiveness drive performance and support organizational growth.
This role is ideal for a collaborative and innovative L&D professional who thrives in a purpose-driven environment and is passionate about creating meaningful employee development experiences.
Key Accountabilities
Support and champion the organizations learning and development strategy ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Design develop and maintain engaging learning content using modern instructional design methodologies.
Conduct learning needs and skills gap analyses to identify development priorities.
Build and manage structured learning curricula and development pathways.
Coordinate end-to-end delivery of learning programs including logistics enrollment and communications.
Facilitate in-person virtual and blended learning sessions to drive engagement and knowledge retention.
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data and recommend improvements.
Partner with internal stakeholders (HR leadership business units) to design targeted learning solutions.
Manage learning systems (e.g. Workday LMS) and ensure a seamless learner experience.
Stay informed on emerging trends technologies and best practices in learning and development and integrate them into programs.
Key Skills & Experience
57 years of experience in learning and development training or organizational development roles.
Strong knowledge of adult learning principles instructional design and learning technologies.
Experience designing and delivering blended learning programs (virtual in-person and e-learning).
Proven facilitation and presentation skills across diverse audiences.
Hands-on experience with Learning Management Systems (preferably Workday).
Ability to develop engaging digital learning content (experience with tools like Articulate 360 is an asset).
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
High level of professionalism integrity and ability to work collaboratively in a values-driven environment.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $85321.60 to $106641.60 with a maximum of $127982.40.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
The Salvos are made up of people who believe. Many of us believe in God. At the Salvation Army, we believe in doing good that brings hope and transforms lives.
