Advisor, Talent Development and Performance (P3)

Save the Children

For over 100 years, Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children. The right to a healthy start in life. To have access to education. To be in a safe environment, protected from harm. We work in some of the world's hardest-to-reach places - over 100 countries, including the U.S. No matter what your role is, when you join Save the Children, you're creating positive, irreversible change for children, and the future we all share.

The Role

As the Advisor, Talent Development and Performance, you'll be integral to our work in helping vulnerable children achieve a brighter future. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that drive employee performance, support professional growth, and develop leadership capabilities. This position focuses on performance management, employee and leadership development, and training initiatives, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement. The ideal candidate will have expertise in talent management, performance assessment, and instructional design, as well as exceptional facilitation skills. They should be passionate about helping employees reach their full potential and fostering a high-performing workforce.

Location

Hybrid - Washington DC, Fairfield, CT or Lexington, KY office locations

What You'll Be Doing (Essential Duties)*
*not inclusive of all role responsibilities. May be subject to change

Leadership Development (25%)

• Design and implement leadership development programs to build the capabilities of current and future leaders.
• Facilitate leadership training sessions focused on key competencies, such as emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and people management.
• Develop coaching and mentoring programs to support leadership growth and development.
• Work with senior leaders to assess leadership needs and adapt development strategies accordingly.

Talent Development (20%)

• Contribute to the development and execution of the company's talent strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends, bringing innovative talent and learning practices to the organization.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external vendors, coaches, and training partners to expand development opportunities.
• Prepare reports and presentations on talent and performance initiatives for senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external vendors, coaches, and training partners to expand development opportunities.
• Prepare reports and presentations on talent and performance initiatives for senior leadership.

Performance Management (20%)

• Design and manage the performance management process, including platform determination, goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback mechanisms.
• Train managers and employees on best practices for goal alignment, feedback, and performance evaluation.
• Analyze performance data and provide insights to leadership to drive organizational improvements and talent decisions.
• Continuously improve the performance management framework to ensure alignment with company objectives and industry best practices.

Employee and Leadership Training (15%)

• Design, develop, and deliver training programs that enhance skills and improve performance across the organization.
• Evaluate and enhance existing programs for effectiveness and make recommendations for continuing.
• Conduct needs assessments to determine training priorities and create tailored programs for different roles and functions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.
• Leverage a variety of instructional methods, including workshops, online modules, and self-directed learning resources.
• Research and recommend platforms that support Agency Training goals.

Career Development (10%)

• Assess skill gaps and create development plans for employees at various levels.
• Develop and oversee individualized development programs that support career progression and personal growth.
• Identify and implement tools, resources, and learning opportunities that promote professional development and engagement.
• Partner with HR and leadership teams to design career pathing strategies that align with company growth and employee aspirations.

Instructional Design (10%)

• Create engaging, effective, and learner-centered instructional materials, courses, and resources tailored to the organization's needs and employee development goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess training needs, identify skill gaps, and define performance objectives to ensure training programs align with business goals.
• Develop clear, measurable learning objectives and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and ensure the achievement of desired learning outcomes.
• Choose appropriate delivery methods (e.g., e-learning, instructor-led, blended learning) and learning technologies to engage diverse audiences and enhance the learning experience.
• Review and update training content regularly to maintain accuracy, relevance, and alignment with the organization's evolving needs and best practices.
• Measure the success of training programs through assessments, surveys, and feedback, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Advocate for continuous learning within the organization, promoting professional growth and development opportunities for employees.

Required qualifications for the role

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience with a focus in talent development, performance management or related HR functions.
• Proven experience designing and facilitating training programs for diverse audiences, including leaders and individual contributors.
• Strong understanding of performance management processes, tools, and best practices.
• Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles; experience with e-learning tools is a plus.
• Experience with training and development platforms (LinkedIn Learning, Cornerstone).
• Ability to interpret and use data to inform talent decisions and improve program effectiveness.
• Ability to take initiative, generate innovative ideas in talent development that contribute to overall strategic goals.
• Organizational skills with the ability to handle fluctuating priorities.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based culture of work.
• Ability to develop relationships with all employees for increased efficiency and effective responsiveness.
• Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

Preferred qualifications for the role

• Exposure to a non-profit setting
• Professional certification (CCP, CBP, HRCI or SHRM)

Compensation

Save the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, dependent on candidate location:

• Geo 1 - NY Metro, DC, and other locations with labor costs significantly above national average: Target Salary for this position is $84,150 - $94,050 base salary
• Geo 2 - Locations around the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $76,500 - $85,500 base salary
• Geo 3 - Locations significantly below the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $68,850 - $76,950 base salary

The salary ranges listed above are for US based candidates. For candidates located outside of the US, salary ranges will be based on the salary scales of the local employer of record. Actual base salary may vary based on, but not limited to, relevant experience, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location (more information on job structure is available here).

About Us

We are looking to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive team at Save the Children. We offer a range of outstanding benefits to support this goal:

• Flexible schedules and time off: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, and hybrid working opportunities
• Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Family: A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits
• Employee Rewards Program: Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
• Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
• Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
• Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
• Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships

Click here to learn more about how Save the Children US will invest in you.

Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse.

Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees, ensuring all are given training, support and information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty, both agency and individual, is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.

If you require disability assistance with the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to applicantsupport@savechildren.org.