Training Manager, WMSJ Academy

Description & RequirementsAt WMSJ, we are passionate about empowering professionals and organizations through world-class executive education, professional certifications, and capacity-building programs. We partner with leading organizations across the Middle East and internationally to deliver learning solutions that create sustainable impact through sustainability, ESG, governance, risk, compliance, assurance, finance, leadership, and emerging business disciplines.WMSJ Academy is a strategic growth platform for WMSJ. As demand for professional certifications and capacity-building continues to accelerate, we are expanding our Academy and seeking an experienced Training Manager to drive business growth, manage public training programs, and strengthen our position as a leading provider of professional education in the region.Reporting to the Senior Partner, WMSJ Academy, you will play a key role in expanding our public training portfolio, developing strategic partnerships, enhancing participant experiences, and supporting the continued growth of WMSJ Academy.WMSJ is proud to be:An IFRS Foundation ISSB Training PartnerA GRI Certified Training PartnerAn ISACA Accredited Training Organization (ATO)A trusted advisor and capacity-building partner to leading organizations across the public and private sectorsAn active contributor to regional and global sustainability, governance, risk, compliance, assurance, and professional development initiativesOur Academy delivers internationally recognized programs covering:IFRS Sustainability Disclosure StandardsGRI Standards and Sustainability ReportingISACA Certifications and Digital TrustSustainability, ESG, and Climate ChangeGovernance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)Internal Audit and AssuranceSustainable FinanceCorporate GovernanceLeadership and Professional DevelopmentEmerging Business and Technology TopicsWe'll Trust You ToDrive enrollment growth, revenue generation, and market expansion for WMSJ Academy's public training portfolio.Develop and manage relationships with corporate clients, government entities, universities, professional bodies, regulators, and strategic partners.Identify new market opportunities and support the development of new learning solutions and certification programs.Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of public training programs, workshops, and professional certification courses.Manage trainers, participants, schedules, learning materials, and training logistics across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.Partner with the marketing team to increase awareness, drive participation, and strengthen WMSJ Academy's market presence.Monitor industry trends and emerging learning needs across sustainability, ESG, climate change, governance, risk management, compliance, audit, and related disciplines.Oversee participant registrations, communications, certifications, invoicing, and reporting processes.Track program performance and participant satisfaction while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.Support the Academy's strategic growth objectives and contribute to the expansion of WMSJ's regional and international impact.You'll Need To Have5+ years of experience in training management, learning and development, academy operations, professional education, or related fields.Proven experience managing public training programs and professional certification offerings.Experience in business development, client engagement, partnership development, or training sales.Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.Strong project management and organizational capabilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience working with virtual learning platforms, CRM systems, or Learning Management Systems (LMS).Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.Fluency in English.We'd Love To SeeExperience in sustainability, ESG, climate change, governance, risk management, compliance, internal audit, finance, or professional services.Experience working with professional bodies, certification providers, universities, or training organizations.Familiarity with IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, GRI Standards, ISACA certifications, or similar professional frameworks.Fluency in Arabic.Passion for professional development, capacity building, and creating meaningful impact through learning.Why Join WMSJ?Flexible hybrid working environment.Opportunity to work with leading regional and international organizations.Exposure to globally recognized certifications and professional education programs.Collaboration with global standard setters, professional bodies, regulators, industry leaders, and academic institutions.Career growth within a rapidly expanding advisory and capacity-building organization.Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.Apply NowIf you are passionate about building impactful learning experiences and helping professionals and organizations succeed, we would love to hear from you.📧 Please send your CV to: career@wmsjglobal.comWMSJStrategic Innovation for Sustainable Impact