Hybrid Head of Learning & Instructional Design

at Candia (Coopérative Sodiaal)

• Job title: Head of Learning & Instructional Design
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Lyon, France

About the role

• Responsable Pôle Ingénierie Pédagogique managing training development teams at SODIAAL. Engaging in continuous improvement and aligning training programs with group objectives.

Responsibilities

• As part of the Group HR Directorate and reporting to the Head of the SODIAAL Academy, you will help shape the Academy and join a dynamic, committed team supporting the Cooperative, in an environment focused on internal development and the creation of innovative, high-quality learning pathways.
• Lead a team composed of an instructional designer and an apprentice, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that serves our operational teams.
• Design high-quality learning solutions: develop training pathways aligned with the Group's objectives while ensuring compliance with our standards and quality requirements.
• Ensure the success of training programs by meeting deadlines and following established processes to maximize impact on our employees.
• Promote best practices: ensure the application of pedagogical best practices and Academy standards, with attention to compliance with Qualiopi requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement: analyze training feedback to identify areas for enhancement, thereby strengthening the effectiveness of our learning offer.
• Collaborate with business functions: act as the primary contact for HR Development teams within the business to design and deliver tailored development pathways, while establishing partnerships with suitable external providers.
• Manage certification programs: ensure efficient execution and oversight of certified training pathways within allocated budgets.
• Monitor certification developments: stay up to date with technical and regulatory developments in training certifications (RNCP, professional certifications) and provide recommendations for our training offerings.
• Work with training stakeholders to anticipate training needs and reinforce synergy between instructional leads and domain managers.
• Participate in the development and updating of our SODIAAL Academy content repository and sharing platform, managing associated content and documentation effectively.
• Propose and facilitate upskilling initiatives for our internal trainers, such as organizing annual forums.
• Support the onboarding of new managers during dedicated days and participate in the management of training tools.
• Increase the visibility of the SODIAAL Academy offer by identifying and implementing innovative communication initiatives.

Requirements

• Required qualification: Master’s degree (Bac+5 or equivalent)
• Experience: 7 to 10 years of experience, including experience in instructional design/learning engineering.
• Solid grounding in instructional design fundamentals (training flow, modules, sponsors, etc.)
• Distinguish yourself by your ability to engage others, creativity and curiosity.
• Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working in a networked environment.
• Project management skills: planning, coordination and oversight of projects while respecting deadlines and allocated budgets.
• Experience in industry, particularly the food industry (agri-food), is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive onboarding to give you all the keys for a successful start. Our integration program will provide knowledge of the Cooperative's fundamentals, including visits to our farms and factories.
• A diverse training program to develop your skills via the SODIAAL training catalogue, and internal and external e-learning modules to enhance both professional and personal skills.
• Convenient access: our offices are in the heart of Lyon Part-Dieu, easily accessible by public transport, bike, scooter, etc.
• An internal mobility policy: opportunities to grow, explore new prospects and take on new challenges.