Arabia Training Lead, Deployment, ekaterra, UAE (Short-term) Full Time

Job Title: Training Lead, Deployment, ekaterra, UAE

Job Type: (Short-term Contract/Blossom project) – Immediate Hire

Work Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About ekaterra:

With an annual turnover of around €2bn, ekaterra is the world’s largest tea business, with world-class, purpose-driven brands such as Lipton, Pukka, Tazo, T2 and PG Tips. ‘eka’ is a word taken from the Sanskrit language which means unity and one purpose, while ‘terra’ represents the earth and nature. As ekaterra we are truly united in one purpose: growing a world of wellbeing through the regenerative power of plants.

In July 2022, CVC Capital Partners Fund VIII took over the full ownership of the ekaterra business from its previous owner, Unilever. As a standalone entity with a dedicated single-category focus, ekaterra is even better positioned to lead the tea industry, delivering higher growth and value, and a greater impact on the wider world. With 11 production factories in four continents and tea growing estates in three countries, ekaterra is a profitable and growing business whose brands reach hundreds of millions of consumers. It has a presence in over 100 countries.

Under the ownership of CVC, ekaterra has an exciting future ahead with opportunities for increased investments in our iconic brands, our people, and our capabilities. Combining the strength and scale of our brands with a focus on speed and agility, ekaterra is brewing a corporate start-up mindset that’s opening-up new opportunities for its people to flourish every day.

At ekaterra, we put consumer love at the heart of every decision. We celebrate diverse thinkers who take personal ownership to connect ideas and make impactful things happen; people who share our values around humanity and courage and give their commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of all. In return, we offer a working culture that gives our people freedom and flexibility, and where they can grow both personally and professionally to master their field.

Be part of our amazing blend. Come and grow yourself and, in turn, help us to grow a world of wellbeing.

Your Role

ekaterra is currently in the process of full global IT Systems and Infrastructure separation from its former owner – Unilever Group. The main goal of this separation is to design, build, test and deploy a fully separate, flexible, and fit for purpose IT environment.

Therefore, we are currently looking for a Training Lead, who would coordinate the cluster deployment activities, making sure the proper training needs, content and delivery is managed at the local level.

Your Key Tasks:

Overall accountable for defining end user training (for the site / location / global function); Execute in strong collaboration with global, regional and external project teams.

Ensure the understanding of regional training requirements, complete training needs analysis and develop local trainings delivery plans.

Plan, communicate with, mobilise and manage the resources required for training preparation, execution working with the business functions & regions & markets.

Build the network of local trainers and ensure the local trainers are sufficiently supported and comfortable to deliver the end user trainings; Coordinate with eligible teams and escalate, if needed.

Manage all end-user training activities including the scheduling of training sessions, the facilitating

of sessions, local logistics, attendance monitoring, and competence testing.

Manages and arranges any local translations required by the local business.

Manages the collection of feedback for the training.

Stakeholder Management and key interfaces

The role ensures effective global, regional and local internal and external stakeholders’ collaboration across all organization levels.

The role ensures effective external Vendors collaboration.

Skills And Experience
6-8 years of working experience in the IT Change Management / IT Change Management Training / IT Project Management or HR Training Department in a global, fast paced organization.
Experience in the assessment, design and delivery of trainings in the global organization, both on-site and in the virtual environment.
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain key relationships across the business

Previous experience in the Training Management area

Excited about the Role?

Please apply online by clicking on “Apply” below. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements. Should you not meet our immediate requirements, your profile will be registered in our talent pool system and we will match your profile to suitable future vacancies.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.