Learning and Development Manager

Key Responsibilities:Project Scope and Planning: Define project scope, goals, and objectives in collaboration with stakeholders, instructional designers, vendor representatives, and subject matter experts. Create detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.Project Execution and Monitoring: Manage all phases of vendor training and instructional design projects, ensuring adherence to deadlines, quality standards, and budget constraints. Track progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.Communication and Collaboration: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between internal teams (instructional designers, SMEs, L&D departments), vendors, and other relevant stakeholders. Conduct regular status meetings and provide clear updates on project progress.Resource Management: Coordinate the work of instructional designers, graphic artists, multimedia developers, and other team members involved in the creation and delivery of training materials. Negotiate for resources as needed.Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality control of training materials and delivery methods, ensuring alignment with project objectives and instructional design best practices.Vendor Management: Maintain strong relationships with vendors, coordinate training schedules, manage vendor expectations, and ensure the timely delivery of vendor-specific training content.Program Evaluation: Collaborate with instructional designers and stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of training programs. Analyze feedback, performance metrics, and ROI data to drive continuous improvement.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Instructional Design, Education, or related fieldPMP certification or equivalent is highly preferredMinimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in Learning & Development spaceExtensive experience in project management with basic learning & development skillsStrong understanding of instructional design principles and methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM)Experience working with vendors and managing vendor relationshipsProficient in project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Trello, Asana)Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholders at different levelsWilling to work onsite (BGC or McKinley Hill, Taguig)Willing to work night shift (11PM -8AM)Can start as soon as possibleThe protection of your personal data is important to us. Before you proceed with your application please carefully read Cognizant's Privacy Notice to understand what personal data we collect when you apply, what we do with your data, and what rights you have. [ Link of Cognizant's Data Privacy - Link to Cognizant's Privacy Notice: cognizant.com/en_us/general/documents/Cognizant_Candidate_Priva…]I hereby confirm that I have read and understood Cognizant's Candidate Privacy Notice. I am also giving consent to the processing of my personal data for the purposes outlined in the notice. I acknowledge, that I have read, understood, and have given my consent to the terms stated on the Candidate's Privacy Notice, including those related to sharing of my personal information with third parties and to cross-border transfer of such personal information.