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National Wildlife Federation · 4 months ago

Director, Learning and Development

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

National Wildlife Federation is America's largest grassroots conservation organization, and they are seeking a Learning and Development Director to join their People Team. This role involves designing, implementing, and overseeing learning and development strategies that align with the organization's goals and enhance employee performance.

Management Information SystemsNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWildlife Conservation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Refine and execute a strategic learning and development roadmap that supports business objectives and promotes a culture of learning

Collaborate with department leaders to identify skill gaps and training needs across various teams and levels

Design, implement, and continuously improve training programs, workshops, e-learning modules, and other learning initiatives

Leverage various learning methodologies, technologies, and resources to enhance training effectiveness and engagement

Monitor and assess the impact of training initiatives through metrics and feedback, making data-driven adjustments as necessary

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in learning and development to bring innovative ideas to the organization

Build relationships with external training providers, vendors, and experts to enhance the range of development opportunities

Collaborate with other members of the People team to ensure alignment of learning initiatives with performance management and career development processes

Qualification

CPLP / CPTD CertificationEverything DiSC CertificationAdult learning principlesTraining program developmentLearning management systemsInstructional design methodologiesChange managementData-driven learning evaluationAnalytical mindsetAgilityInnovationProject managementCommunication skillsInterpersonal abilities

Required

At least 5 years of progressive L&D experience

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field

CPLP / CPTD Certification required

Everything DiSC Certified Practitioner required

Strong grounding in adult learning principles instructional design, or organizational behavior

Hands-on experience building training programs (classroom, virtual, and blended learning)

Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning tools

Proven ability to analyze organizational needs and translate them into scalable learning solutions

Preferred

Master's Degree in Organizational Development, Education, Human Resources, or MBA (with focus on talent management)

Leadership experience with building new functions—designing L&D strategies from the ground up rather than inheriting established systems

Certification in Prosci highly preferred

Familiarity with instructional design methodologies e.g., Kirkpatrick, ADDIE

Experience with change management and leadership development

Exposure to data-driven learning evaluation (Kirkpatrick Model, ROI, engagement metrics)

Experience in managing a small team and external vendors/consultants

Cross-functional experience (working with stakeholders, business unit leaders and external partners)

Benefits

Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets), and 11 holidays

We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.

Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave

Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates

Therapist available at no cost

Pet insurance and discount perk program

Annual wellbeing allowance

Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting

Annual year end retirement contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption and Surrogacy assistance

Pet adoption stipend

Student Loan management