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kerlon joseph

@kerlonjoseph

Learning & Development Manager with 15+ years driving regulatory training, workforce development, and performance improvement.

Trinidad and Tobago
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to continue leading learning & development and workforce development initiatives—grounded in regulatory compliance, strong stakeholder engagement, and data-driven training effectiveness—to improve employee performance, readiness, and retention.

I’m a strategic Learning & Development Manager with 15+ years of experience delivering regulatory training, workforce development programmes, and performance improvement initiatives across government and international environments. I focus on compliance, employee capability, and measurable performance outcomes.

In my current role, I lead delivery of regulatory and compliance training programmes for 100+ crew members across multiple departments, ensuring 100% training compliance and audit readiness aligned with international maritime standards. I evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance data, and I partner with department leaders to identify skills gaps that improve workforce performance.

Previously, I delivered onboarding and training programmes supporting national workforce initiatives, analyzing training data to improve programme effectiveness and trainee outcomes. I also facilitated stakeholder engagement with employers and training providers, and produced monthly reports to evaluate training impact and performance.

Earlier in my career, I coordinated trainee placement and recruitment activities, conducted site visits and compliance checks for training providers, and supported orientation and career development sessions. With an MBA in Human Resource Management and strong HR/data capabilities, I bring a structured, compliance-minded approach to workforce planning, performance management, and continuous employee development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Learning & Development Manager

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Led regulatory and compliance training for 100+ crew members, ensuring 100% training compliance and audit readiness for international maritime standards. Partnered with department leaders to identify skills gaps, evaluate training effectiveness using assessments/feedback/performance data, and maintain training records.

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Placement & Marketing Officer II (Ag.)

Ministry of Labour

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Managed regional operations and supported workforce planning initiatives while ensuring compliance with programme policies and reporting standards. Delivered reports to support decision-making at senior levels.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Heriot-Watt University logoHU

Heriot-Watt University

Master of Business Administration, Human Resource Management

Earned an MBA with a focus on Human Resource Management from Heriot-Watt University.

University of Hertfordshire logoUH

University of Hertfordshire

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

Grade: First Class Honours

Completed a BSc in Information Technology, graduating with First Class Honours.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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