People Capability Specialist

Vodafone

  • Midrand, Johannesburg
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
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Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2025.Role Purpose/Business Unit:The People Capability Specialist supports the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Capability development initiatives across the organisation. This role ensures that employees have access to the right learning opportunities, tools, and experiences to build critical skills, drive performance, and contribute to the organization's growth as a skills-based enterprise. The People Capability Specialist collaborate closely with stakeholders to act as a bridge between the Capability team and business units, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Your responsibilities will include:Capability Development & Skills Focus
  • Partner with the People Capability Manager and conduct comprehensive development needs assessments in collaboration with business leaders and employees.
  • Partner with the People Capability Manager and support the design and delivery of capability-building programs, including leadership development, technical skills training, and human centred enhancement. ensuring alignment with business objectives and talent needs.
  • Partner with HR and business leaders to identify current and future skill needs, Support the transition to a skills-based organisation by integrating skills taxonomies into learning pathways.
  • Partner with the People Capability Manager to facilitate workshops and coaching sessions to drive knowledge sharing.
  • Assist in maintaining and evolving the organisation's skills matrix and capability frameworks.
Learning Design and Delivery
  • Design and implement agile, digital-first learning solutions aligned to business needs
  • Contribute to the design and curation of learning content, including workshops, digital learning, and social learning experiences that supports technical and behavioural skills.
  • Leverage AI, automation and emerging tech to enhance learning effectiveness and scalability
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure the relevance and accuracy of content.
  • Embed social and experiential learning into development programs
  • Facilitate and support the delivery of capability programs across the business.
Stakeholder Engagement and Business alignment
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, HRBP, and external learning providers.
  • Provide guidance and support to employees on learning pathways, career development, and upskilling opportunities.
  • Act as a trusted advisor on learning trends, ensuring initiatives align with strategic priorities
  • Promote a culture of self-directed learning and career development
Performance Measurement and Reporting
  • Track and report on the effectiveness of capability initiatives, using data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Support the collection and analysis of learning metrics, including participation, completion rates, and skill development outcomes.
  • Make recommendations for continuous improvement based on evaluation data and changing business needs.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
  • Stay up to date with trends in Capability development, including digital learning, skills-based talent management, and workforce transformation.
  • Contribute to the design of innovative learning solutions that enhance employee experience and business performance.
Learning Technology Integration
  • Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and other technologies to enhance training delivery and tracking.
  • Research and stay updated on emerging learning technologies and trends to continuously improve the Capability offerings.
Learning Analytics and Insights
  • Use data and insights to measure learning impact and continuously improve programs
  • Track engagement, performance shifts and ROI of learning initiatives
  • Provide evidence-based recommendations to enhance learning strategies
  • Maintain accurate records of training activities, participation, and outcomes.
  • Prepare regular reports on training effectiveness and impact
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
  • Matric / Grade 12 essential
  • 3 year Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Organisational Development, or a relevant field is essential.
  • Diploma in Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices (ODETDP) (Advantageous).
  • 3-5 years' experience within Capability development, Learning & Development and Talent Development.
  • Tech proficiency: Familiarity with digital learning platforms, AI powered learning tools and modern L&D ecosystems
Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:
  • Experience in capability development, learning and development, or HR within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Strong understanding of capability frameworks, skills matrices, and workforce planning.
  • Proficiency in learning design tools and platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to analyse skills data and translate insights into actionable Capability solutions.
  • Knowledge of modern learning methodologies (e.g., microlearning, blended learning, on-the-job learning).
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple capability initiatives concurrently.
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in capability development, including AI, digital skills, and skills-based talent management.
We make an impact by offering:
  • Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
  • Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
  • Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies
Closing date for Applications: 08 September 2025The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom CampusThe company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.Commitment from VodacomVodacom is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognized, developed and rewarded. We believe that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business and we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment which respects, values, celebrates and makes the most of people’s individual differences - we are not only multinational but multicultural too. At Vodacom you will have access to our excellent flexible benefits programme that you would expect from any global company.

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