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Learning & Development Manager

Nedbank Private Wealth

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 12 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 12 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Purpose

To lead the design development delivery and continuous improvement of the Lean Portfolio Office training function within Group Technology. The role is responsible for equipping Project Managers (PMs) Technology Product Owners (TPOs) and other stakeholders with the skills knowledge governance understanding and tool proficiency required to effectively execute project and portfolio delivery processes.

The incumbent will manage the training function oversee training resources and personally facilitate training programmes across project management methodologies delivery governance financial management processes and supporting technology tools.

Job Responsibilities

Training Strategy and Curriculum Management
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive LPO training curriculum that providesa clear end-to-end understanding of portfolio project and deliverymanagement practices.
- Design integrated learning journeys that connect governance methodologiesfinancial processes and supporting tools into a coherent training framework.
- Continuously review and enhance training content to ensure alignment withorganisational objectives delivery practices and technology changes.
- Simplify complex concepts and processes into effective learning experiences.
Training Delivery and Facilitation
- Facilitate instructor-led training sessions workshops boot camps and coaching interventions for PMs TPOs and relevant stakeholders.
- Deliver training on:
  - Jira
  - Microsoft Project (MSP)
  - Project Management Toolkit (PMT)
  - Agile Fundamentals
  - Delivery governance processes
  - Financial management and reporting processes
- Conduct Agile Fundamentals and project delivery boot camps.
- Measure training effectiveness and implement continuous improvements based on participant feedback and performance outcomes.
Delivery Process and Governance Training
- Train stakeholders on project lifecycle processes and governance requirements.
- Ensure understanding of portfolio feasibility planning execution and delivery controls.
- Provide guidance on compliance requirements delivery standards artefact management approvals and governance documentation.
- Support effective adoption of organisational delivery methodologies.
Financial Management Training
- Develop and facilitate training relating to project financial management practices.
- Train stakeholders on budgeting financial reporting portfolio financial controls and related governance requirements.
- Ensure understanding of financial planning expenditure management and reporting obligations.
Stakeholder Engagement and Coaching
- Partner with business and technology stakeholders to identify capability gaps and training needs.
- Provide coaching and support to project professionals and delivery teams.
- Act as a trusted advisor on project management tools governance practices and delivery methodologies.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and capability development.
Team Leadership and People Management
- Lead and manage the LPO training function.
- Provide leadership coaching mentoring and performance management to direct reports.
- Support the professional development of trainers and training coordinators.
- Build succession and capability plans for the training team.
Operational and Functional Management
- Manage the training budget and ensure effective utilisation of resources.
- Monitor training performance metrics and report on capability development outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with organisational governance risk management and audit requirements.
- Manage risks within the training function and address overdue risk actions and compliance findings.
- Deliver agreed business commitments and service levels.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or equivalent tertiary qualification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent project management certification.

Preferred Qualification

Agile certification (e.g. Agile Fundamentals Scrum SAFe Agile Practitioner or equivalent).
Learning and Development Facilitation or Adult Education certification.
Change Management certification (advantageous).

Minimum Experience Level

7 years experience in project management programme management portfolio management learning and development or a related field.
Proven experience delivering training programmes to professional and technical audiences.
Experience facilitating project management agile governance or technology-related training.
Experience managing and developing teams.
Experience managing budgets and operational performance.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Essential
- Jira
- Microsoft Project (MSP)
- Project Management Toolkit (PMT)
- Agile methodologies and practices
- Project and portfolio management principles
- Delivery lifecycle management
- Governance and compliance frameworks
- Financial planning budgeting and reporting
- Learning design and facilitation techniques
Leadership and Behavioural Competencies
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Coaching and mentoring capability
- Strategic thinking
- Planning and organising
- Influencing and negotiation
- Problem solving and decision making
- People leadership and team development
- Continuous improvement mindset