Assistant – Learning & Development

Assistant – Learning & Development

Location: MAS Activewear – Nawala

Value Stream: Activewear

About MAS Activewear

The Activewear Value Stream delivers high-performance sportswear and athleisure solutions designed for technical functionality, durability, and everyday versatility. Serving a global customer base that includes Nike, lululemon, Patagonia, Ralph Lauren, and Gymshark, MAS Activewear is at the forefront of innovation, blending wearable technology with aesthetic appeal. With a global presence across Sri Lanka, Jordan, and Indonesia, we combine scale, speed, and technical expertise to remain a trusted partner in the performance apparel industry.

The Role

Empower transformation by becoming a driving force of change at MAS. We are seeking a dedicated Assistant – Learning & Development to assist in facilitating training interventions and sustaining strategies that build employee capabilities. You will play a key role in ensuring our workforce is equipped to meet both current and future organizational requirements through structured growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Needs Analysis: Identify, analyze, and document training needs across the division in a timely and accurate manner.

• Program Coordination: Organize and coordinate skill development programs, divisional inductions, internships, and familiarization initiatives.

• Initiative Support: Support key T&D initiatives, including Individual Development Plans (IDP), Executive Development Programs (EDP), and Management Development Programs (MDP).

• Internal Faculty Management: Assist in internal training faculty activities and follow up on the development of the “second layer” of internal trainers.

• Evaluation & Tracking: Regularly track and analyze skill achievement through pre- and post-evaluations and knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Documentation & Finance: Maintain systematic T&D records and documentation while coordinating with the Finance team regarding payments for training programs.

• Internship Management: Support the end-to-end internship process, managing evaluations, feedback mechanisms, and certifications to ensure a seamless learning experience.

• Digital Transformation: Assist in driving the digital training roadmap in collaboration with the central Digital team, coordinating rewards for digital initiatives to foster a tech-driven culture.

Knowledge and Skills

Education & Experience:

• Education: Currently following or completed a Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management (HRM) or Human Resources Development (HRD).

• Experience: 1–2 years of relevant work experience specifically handling Training & Development activities.

Core Competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with employees at all levels.

• IT Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office and an aptitude for digital learning platforms.

• Organizational Skills: High level of accuracy in documentation and a systematic approach to task management.

• Proactive Mindset: Ability to drive initiatives and follow up consistently on development goals.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about people development and ready to drive change, please submit your application via the MAS careers portal.

MAS Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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