Senior Training And Development Specialist

Senior Training And Development Specialist

The incumbent will deliver structured, competency-based training for a Military Leadership Program (Foundational, Advanced, Operational, Executive, and Strategic Leadership). The role focuses on developing participants’ leadership, communication, digital mindset, problem-solving, teamwork, innovation, protocol excellence, and strategic decision-making. The incumbent must have strong experience delivering training to military personnel, security agencies, diplomatic entities, or high-discipline customer-service environments. Incumbent must apply adult-learning methodologies suitable for disciplined, hierarchical, and mission-driven contexts.

Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Deliver high-quality sessions across program levels on topics including:
• Leadership ethics, discipline & behavioral competencies
• Strategic thinking, innovation, AI applications, digital leadership
• Etiquette, protocol, and professional conduct in official settings
• Time management, KPIs, performance planning
• Crisis management, cognitive resilience & decision-making
• Scenario-based operational leadership activities
• Final projects coaching and evaluation

Facilitation & Instructional Methods

• Apply appropriate training approaches, including disciplined facilitation, scenario-based teaching, and simulations.
• Ensure the learning environment supports respect, hierarchy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Use digital tools and AI applications as required by course outcomes.

Assessment Responsibilities

• Evaluate participants through practical exercises, applied assignments, and final projects.
• Provide structured feedback to support learner improvement and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate learner documentation, attendance, and assessment records.

Program Development & Quality Assurance

• Customize content as needed while maintaining alignment with CERT competency frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with the Program manager, IQA teams, and administrative staff to ensure standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and curriculum enhancement.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in leadership, Management, Military Science, Diplomatic, or related field.
• Certified Trainer qualification or equivalent.
• Native/Fluent Arabic; ability to deliver training in Arabic to professional standards.
• Minimum 5 years of training experience in one or more of the following sectors:
• Military / Armed Forces, Police / Security Services
• Diplomatic Corps / Protocol Training
• Customer Service Excellence in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of leadership models, organizational behavior, and communication frameworks.
• Familiarity with digital leadership, innovation frameworks, and AI productivity tools.
• Experience in delivering executive, operational, or strategic-level leadership competencies.
• Professional discipline and high ethical standards.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to operate in military or hierarchical environments.
• Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and resilience under pressure.

Preferred Skills

• Experience training leadership programs aligned with GCC military or/and UAE government entities.
• Background in etiquette & protocol instruction based on diplomatic standards.
• Prior experience developing or assessing learner final projects.
• Understanding of UAE National Competency Frameworks and leadership culture.

Part-time initially, with the possibility to become full-time, based on performance.

Strict compliance with code of conduct, confidentiality rules, and protocol requirements. Ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates