Talent Development & Performance Lead

Purpose

To lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of talent development and performance management strategies that align with the organization’s goals. This role ensures that employees are equipped with the right skills, development plans, and performance frameworks to drive growth, enhance capability, and support succession planning across the business.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

Key Accountability Areas

Key Activities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Design and implement talent development frameworks aligned with business goals

Identify and close skill gaps across departments

Ensure learning initiatives support career pathing and growth

Lead the performance management cycle (goal setting, mid-year, year-end)

Maintain and improve the performance management system and tools

Guide managers on feedback, calibration, and performance discussions

Oversee training programs that build employee capabilities

Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed

Collaborate with departments to meet development needs

Drive the use of tools like the 9-box grid to identify top talent

Develop and monitor Individual Development Plans (IDPs)

Support leadership pipeline and succession planning initiatives

Track and report talent and performance KPIs

Analyze data to drive insights and improvements

Maintain dashboards for visibility on talent metrics

Act as an advisor to leaders on talent and performance topics

Facilitate talent reviews, workshops, and coaching sessions

Align with HRBPs and business leaders on workforce development priorities

People Management

Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talents for their respective Department

Manage, guide and assist direct reports to perform their functional operations in accordance with set policies and procedures

Set performance objectives, provide necessary support, evaluate/appraise the team and provide regular feedback on performance

Uphold a high-performance working environment and promote the Organization’s Values

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree Required.

Professional Certificate .

COMPETENCIES

Core

Leadership

Cultivates Innovation

Action Oriented

Develops Talent

Decision Quality

Ensures Accountability

Communicates Effectively

Years of Experience:

Five Years and Above

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