Capability Building Manager

Posted:
9/24/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Shanghai, China

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Product

Workplace Type:
On-site

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Principle Roles & Responsibilities / Accountabilities

  • Understanding and Translating Global Strategy: The manager must deeply understand the global strategic objectives, initiatives, and key performance indicators (KPIs). They then translate this high-level strategy into a clear, compelling narrative that is relevant and actionable for the local site.

  • Strategic Planning: Partner with business leaders and P&C partners to identify critical skill gaps and future capability needs aligned with our company's strategic goals.

  • Program Design & Development: Design, develop, and manage comprehensive learning programs, including technical, leadership, and professional skills training. This includes creating engaging content, selecting appropriate delivery methods (e.g., in-person, virtual, e-learning), and managing external vendor relationships.

  • Implementation & Delivery: Oversee the successful implementation and delivery of all learning initiatives. This may involve facilitating training sessions, coordinating with internal trainers, and managing program logistics.

  • Evaluation & Reporting: Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness and business impact of learning programs. Analyze data to report on ROI and make data-driven recommendations for program improvements.

  • Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization to ensure buy-in and alignment on learning priorities.

Technology & Innovation: Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in learning and development (e.g., AI-driven learning, gamification) to continuously enhance our capability-building offerings.

Qualification and Experience

Education/Qualifications 

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field

 

Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a learning and development, talent management, or organizational development role, preferably within a multinational corporation.

  • Proven experience in designing and delivering effective training programs.

 

Skills:

  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.

  • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other learning technologies.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills and stakeholder management abilities.

  • Strong negotiation / influencing / persuasion skills

  • Strong problem-solving skills with proven abilities to anticipate issues and recommend effective and efficient solution

  • High cultural awareness and proven ability to work and collaborate with a broad range of cultures

  • Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken)

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.


Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Roche

Website: https://www.roche.com/

Headquarter Location: Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1896

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Oncology ⋅ Pharmaceutical ⋅ Precision Medicine