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We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain - from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

The Leadership Development Program Manager will be responsible for designing, coordinating, promoting, and delivering high-impact leadership development programs for the AMR Region to strengthen organizational capability, build leadership bench strength, and support the regional strategic talent agenda. This role will drive the successful execution of regional and global leadership programs, ensuring alignment with company culture, leadership frameworks, and business priorities.

The manager will partner closely with Talent and Development teams and external vendors to design and curate learning journeys, manage regional and global program logistics, coach and guide regional facilitators and evaluate program effectiveness across the AMR region. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

PROGRAM DESIGN AND FACILITATION

• Develop, refine, and localize leadership development programs aligned with organizational principles, competencies, and talent philosophy
• Facilitate leadership workshops, learning events, and capability-building sessions for leaders at all levels
• Adapt content to regional needs while ensuring consistency with global standards.
• Incorporate adult-learning principles, experiential activities, simulations, and coaching techniques

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND EXECUTION

• Lead end-to-end coordination for leadership development programs, both global and regional (virtual and in-person)
• Oversee program logistics, scheduling, communications, facilitator assignments, materials, and evaluations
• Manage external vendors, facilitators, coaches, and partners to ensure seamless delivery
• Monitor participant engagement and program compliance; address risks and escalate challenges when needed

LEADERSHIP STRATEGY ALIGNMENT

• Partner with HRBP for leadership training needs assessments, to identify and validate new scopes, target and skills for current leaders, understand capability needs, and provide strategic recommendations
• Support the rollout of programs such as Leading DPW Way, Managing the DPW World Way, and Working DP World Way across the region, ensuring activation and impact as expected
• Supporting the rollout of mobility programs across the region for the development of future leadership pipelines
• Responsible for the execution of the first-time manager program activation in ARO and across BUs in the region, making sure activation occurs broadly

MEASUREMENT AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Track program metrics, feedback, and outcomes (NPS, ROI, behavior change indicators)
• Use data insights to refine content, strengthen program impact, and support reporting to HRVPs and senior leadership
• Benchmark against industry best practices and introduce innovation into leadership experiences

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITY

• Lead and develop the internal facilitators community and ensure capability uplift through Train-the-Trainer initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree diploma, post-graduate certificate within the HR, talent, and Leadership development space preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to effectively use AI-powered tools, including Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, to improve productivity, data analysis, decision support, and business outcomes.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
• English, Spanish, and Portuguese preferred

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. 

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that's fit for the future. 

We're rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology - and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we're at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures - not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what's possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.
By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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