Director Of Quality, Learning & Development

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

  • Strategically planning and managing L&D, Performance Management and Quality Assurance
  • Communicating and maintaining the following Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group\'s Learning & Development Standards along with the Executive Committee, Hotel Manager and General Manager
  • Move In Orientation
  • Departmental Training
  • Off-Job/Classroom Training Programs
  • Supervisory/Management L&D
  • Managing L&D for the Hotel
  • L&D Administration and Resources
  • Planning, implementing and reviewing learning and development for the hotel and individual departments
  • Ensuring colleagues training needs are met by arranging resources for training to be conducted throughout the hotel (i.e. providing a first-class training environment emulating our guests meeting environment)
  • Designing, delivering and arranging training programs to address specific training needs
  • Assisting all department heads with making and implementing training decisions in their areas
  • Maximizing learning by providing a creative, fun and exciting environment in delivering training programs such as: Move In orientation, On-Job Training, Group Training Techniques program, Interviewing for Success, Presenting for Success, MOve Up, MOve Forward, Managing Learning & Development and any new training programs as provided by Corporate Learning & Development
  • Managing internal and external (Food Handlers certification) training documentation within the property
  • Reporting on status of training for each colleague within the hotel
  • Controlling training expenses and managing expenditures to meet the property\'s needs while remaining within budget guidelines
  • Coordinating outside training requirements
  • Advising the Executive Committee on strategic issues involving training
  • Participating in Corporate initiatives, such as yearly conferences, LQE Workshops, pre-openings, Cultural Exchange Ambassador, development of new programs
  • Managing the Performance Management Cycle (MPD) for all colleagues
  • Assisting with succession planning for all colleagues
  • Supporting all efforts to enliven our Company\'s Mission, Guiding Principles and Legendary Quality Experiences throughout the hotel
  • Managing the hotel quality assurance program by facilitating Quality meetings, analyzing data from Guest Satisfaction Loyalty Surveys (LRA), mystery shops/inspections (MOQA, Forbes, AAA, Coyle, etc.), and ensuring follow up
  • Assisting with other Human Resources functions as needed.
Successful Profile for this rolePurposeCustomer focusIs dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal (colleagues) and external customers; gets first-hand customer information (or preferences) and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers/colleagues in mind. Upholds and drives our LQEs through daily actions; establishes and maintains effective relationships with both internal and external customers and gains their trust and respect.Business acumenKnows how businesses work; knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace.ProcessDrive for resultsCan be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.Functional & technical SkillsHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. Is knowledgeable about, and role models, the MOHG SOPs and LQEs.Problem solvingUses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn\'t stop at the first answers. Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom and experience.Process managementGood at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can\'t; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources and uses time efficiently.PeopleDeveloping Self and OthersIs personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; works to deploy strengths: works on compensating for weakness and seeks feedback. AS APPLICABLE - provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments for others; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person\'s career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them. Uses PROFILE/Performance Discussions for Line Colleagues effectively for talent management and development; is a people builder and a motivator and supports the company initiatives to ensure continuous improvement of our LQEs.Interpersonal savvyRelates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.Building effective teamsBlends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.Directing othersIs good at establishing clear directions; sets stretching goals; distributes the workload appropriately; lays out work in a well-planned and organized manner; maintains two-way dialogue with others on work and results; brings out the best in people; is a clear communicator.Hiring & staffingHas a nose for talent; hires the best people available from inside or outside; is not afraid of selecting strong people; assembles a talented team.Sizing up peopleIs a good judge of talent; after reasonable exposure, can articulate the strengths and limitations of people inside or outside the organization; can accurately project what people are likely to do across a variety of situations.PersonalEthics and values & integrityAdheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches. Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; keeps confidences; admits mistakes and flaws.HumilityCan get things done quietly without unnecessary noise; quickly admits flaws and mistakes; is careful to make others comfortable; is authentic; helps others save face in difficult situations; maximizes the contribution of all; encourages the expression of viewpoints from all concerned; is modest and self-effacing; respects the views of others.ComposureIs cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when under pressure or when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn\'t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.ApproachabilityIs easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it.Skills & Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in L&D and Quality Management, preferably within the hospitality field or high-end customer service discipline and/or managerial experience in luxury hotel
  • Problem solving and action plan formulation.
  • Requires high levels of interaction with all members of staff. Exchanging ideas, information and opinions with others to formulate programs and arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions and solutions.
  • Possess high degree of stamina, agility and flexibility
  • Able to present themselves with an uplifting personality as well as presenting a high degree of confidentially.
  • Knowledge on developing training programs
  • Strong Computer literacy: Microsoft Office Suite and Internet, digital imaging knowledge.
  • Excellent communication skills
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  • Job Id
    JD1723903
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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