Summary
Accor is hiring an Assistant Learning & Development Manager for Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The role supports the hotel training plan, assesses training needs, coordinates and delivers learning activities, and maintains training records, calendars, and reports. It also supports new-hire orientation and the implementation of hotel policies and standards. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in human resources or hotel management, at least 3 years of training or facilitation experience, English and French proficiency, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
The posting
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Company Description
Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.
By joining us, you will become a Heartist because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.
At Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah our Guests experience profound spiritual luxury, a few steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi. Our 5-star retreat, near one of Saudi Arabia's most sacred sites, seamlessly connects local traditions with elegant French hospitality.
You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!
You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.
Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.
Hospitalityis a work of heart,
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Training & Development Management
- Assist in the creation, implementation and facilitation of the Hotel Training Plan and budget that is aligned with the hotel’s goals and strategic plan
- Conduct annual training needs analysis and coordinate with department managers to help identify training opportunities for their team members
- Initiate, coordinate, deliver and follow-up on all training activities within the hotel
- Actively initiate relationships and partnerships with industry associations, external training companies and academic counsels related to the hospitality industry
- Update and maintain accurate records of training activities and participant information
- Maintain an ongoing Training Calendar to ensure learning resources and opportunities are maximized
- Develop and manage a central internal resource library of videos/books/magazines that can be utilized by all employees
- Share responsibilities for the integration and orientation process of new hires
- Assist with the implementation of new policies, procedures, and standards
- Prepare and submit training reports
Other Responsibilities
- Be fully conversant with hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
- Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management
- Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
- Be aware of the hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
- Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management
Qualifications
Knowledge and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management / Hotel Management
- Minimum 3 years of training/facilitation experience
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English & French language
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
Competencies
- Strong leadership, interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and customer contact skills
- Results and service oriented with an eye for details
- Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
- A team player & builder
- A motivator & self-starter
- Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times