Role Summary: The Senior Manager of Professional Development will play a key role in the development and implementation of processes, tools and programs that support the enrichment of human capital. The Senior Manager must successfully manage multiple projects, lead initiatives, and participate in teams throughout the organization. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Lead staff and management development programs. • Benchmark/research best practices related to talent management and learning programs. • Assess, design, deliver and evaluate staff and management development programs. • Conduct regular needs assessment and analysis of current organizational learning and staff development processes to improve effectiveness. • Design and develop instructional/educational content, including but not limited to facilitator guides, participant guides, quick reference guides and job aids. • Deliver training. • Devise and report on learning and development effectiveness metrics. • Manage Learning Management System and online training content providers. Manage other professional development-related vendors. Qualifications: • Ph.D. in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Behavior/Development/Effectiveness, Training, Human Resources or related field preferred. • At least eight years of experience in Learning and Organizational Development/Effectiveness within a human capital-based firm. Significant expertise in the areas of leadership development, talent management and instructional design. • Demonstrated ability to apply the principles of adult learning and demonstrate expertise in designing, developing and delivering a range of instructional materials including e-learning, classroom-based training, job aids/references, scenario case studies, on-the-job training, and evaluations. • A record of implementing successful development programs and processes that have contributed measurably to organizational objectives. • Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels, including senior leadership. Location: Washington, DC Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. virginia