Learning and Development Specialist

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Start Date: ASAP
Work Model: Hybrid 
Location: Downtown Toronto (outside Union Station – TTC & GO accessible)
Dress Code: Business Casual 
A Great Place to Work

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.

Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC).

Job Summary

The role is accountable for working with and supporting the Manager, Learning and Development with the implementation of learning programs and related initiatives. The role will also support the Performance Management process working closely with the sites and corporate HR teams. 

Key Responsibilities

Learning and Development

• Works with the Manager, Learning and Development to implement the learning and development programs and initiatives.
• Manages the learning calendar in alignment with development needs and business priorities.
• Coordinate training delivery logistics, including vendor management, assessments administration, pre-work, materials, and communications.
• Maintain learning assessments, tools and resources (e.g., IDP templates, program materials) and support IDP rollout and tracking.
• Track participation, completion, and key program metrics.
• Gather and analyze evaluation data; provide reporting and insights to support continuous improvement.
• Track participation, completion, and key program metrics.
• Support the adoption of new learning tools, technologies, and process improvements as required.

Culture and Engagement

• Works with the Manager, Learning and Development to implement the organization’s strategy for culture and engagement and promote our Kinross Values
• Actively monitors industry trends and internal opportunities to drive the evolution of Kinross culture and employee engagement ensuring that the engagement and retention of people continue to be industry leading.
• Supports the nomination process and partners on logistics for the annual recognition program globally.
• Develops employee engagement initiatives and works with the business on action plans to enhance engagement.
• Researches and prepares presentations on current DEI areas of interest.
• Drafts and maintains the DEI events calendar, including executing against key deliverables related to those events and partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner on the design and implementation of programs that strengthen employee experience across key moments (onboarding, development, recognition, retention).
• Complete and submit external Surveys and benchmarks to include Canada’s Top 100 Employers application.

Performance Management

• Support the design and execution of the annual performance management process.
• Continuously evaluate programs and processes, driving enhancements based on employee feedback and business needs.
• HR Partnership & Program Delivery
• Partner with HR Business Partners to deliver integrated talent solutions.
• Ensure alignment of development and engagement initiatives with broader HR strategy and business priorities.
• Support communication and change efforts related to talent programs and initiatives.
• General administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Labour/Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Finance, or another related area of expertise
• CHRP or CCP certification preferred
• 3 – 5 years of related work experience or equivalent
• Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
• Experience partnering with HR / business management on HR related matters
• Strong client service approach
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Working collaboratively
• Good project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Sense of urgency and ability to deliver accurately to tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Approaches work with agility and willingness to learn

Compensation and Total Rewards

The base salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 CAD plus a target Short-Term Incentive bonus of 15% and group benefit coverage. The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role.

The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions. In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.