Head of Learning & Development

About the role

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is looking for a Head of Learning & Development in Geneva. The role provides strategic leadership for the ICRC's Learning and Development function, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer and managing the L&D unit within the People division. It turns the ICRC's priorities into a coherent learning and capability agenda, and advises senior leaders on capability development.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement the L&D vision and strategy, aligned with the ICRC's institutional strategy and operational needs, and lead the L&D team of about 65 staff across 6 locations.
• Chair and run the Learning Council, advocate for a global learning culture and ensure the quality and value of the learning portfolio through data and learner insights.
• Build a balanced learning ecosystem combining formal learning, coaching, peer learning, knowledge sharing and on-the-job development.
• Lead and develop the L&D team, set priorities and standards, and manage the L&D budget and resource allocation.
• Drive the digital and AI-enabled evolution of learning, including adaptive learning, micro-learning, simulations and communities of practice.
• Work with Global HRBP and Métiers on leadership, management, digital and AI, financial literacy, risk and operational capabilities, and with Talent Management on leadership pipelines and succession.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration or a related field.
• 12-15 years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Management or Organizational Development, preferably in a complex international organization.
• Experience designing organization-wide learning strategies, leading diverse teams and advising senior leaders.
• Understanding of digital learning, AI and skills-based organizations; ICRC field experience is an asset.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of French is an asset.

What we offer

• Open-ended contract, 100% activity, based in Geneva.
• Required rotation of 6 years.
• Start date of January 2027.