Nevena Simic

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Global Learning Strategy & Leadership: Partnered with the L&D Director and Global Director of Production Training to define and execute Northvolt’s global L&D strategy.
• Global Digital Learning Operating Model: Designed and implemented a comprehensive Digital Learning Operating Model, structured around three core pillars: training development, LMS administration, reporting with PowerBI to improve data-driven decision-making and training impact measurement.
• Digital Learning Hub Creation: Established and recruited talent for a Global Shared Service Center, managing a high-performing digital learning team.
• LMS Deployment & Oversight: Deployed the corporate LMS across multiple sites and acted as LMS Business Owner, resolving system issues and optimizing platform usage.
• Training Program Development: Designed and implemented comprehensive global training programs, including HSE, onboarding, quality, DEIB, and people & culture training, leveraging ADDIE and SAM methodologies and evaluating impact using the Kirkpatrick model.
• Process Development & Compliance: Created blueprints for training development, competence management, and global mandatory training processes aligned with ISO, VDA, and IATF requirements.
• High-Priority Project Leadership: Led critical, cross-functional projects, including the company’s #1 business priority problem-solving initiative.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Managed diverse teams across departments to drive key learning initiatives and enhance organizational knowledge-sharing.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Training Program Design & Implementation: Developed and launched comprehensive training programs in key areas, including:
  Production Training – Boosted workforce efficiency up to 70% by designing role-specific, digital training with machine simulations.
  Onboarding Programs – Streamlined onboarding for 2000 new hires to accelerate their integration and productivity.
  Quality Training – Enhanced operational consistency and compliance by delivering targeted quality digital training.
• LMS Improvement Projects: Led key LMS enhancement projects, including:
  Optimizing external certificate management for improved tracking and validation.
  Enhancing user experience by streamlining navigation, content accessibility, and LMS functionalities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively managed cross-functional stakeholder relationships, collaborating closely with Production, Quality, HSE, Maintenance, and HR teams to align training initiatives with organizational goals.
• Digital Learning Innovation: Implemented cutting-edge digital learning techniques and tools to deliver scalable, learner-centric training programs.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Training Program Design & Delivery:
  Developed and facilitated multiple impactful training programs, including:
  Business Plan Development for Startups – Created in partnership with the Serbian Chamber of Commerce and KfW Bank, supporting aspiring entrepreneurs with practical tools for business growth.
  Mission Oxygen 2 – Designed and implemented a professional development program for elementary school teachers, supported by AstraZeneca, aimed at enhancing STEM teaching skills and classroom engagement.
  Introduction to the Law on Discrimination Prohibition – Developed in collaboration with the Office of the Commissioner for Equality and GIZ, educating participants on anti-discrimination laws and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Partnered with key stakeholders, including corporate sponsors, NGOs, government agencies, and educational bodies, to align learning initiatives with organizational and societal objectives.
  Ensured the training programs addressed the unique needs of learners and promoted inclusive learning environments.
• Train the Trainer Facilitation:
  Delivered engaging workshops, webinars, and instructor-led sessions, using adult learning principles and interactive methodologies to maximize knowledge retention and learner engagement.
  Measured learning outcomes and provided recommendations for continuous improvement.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Digital Learning Production Optimization:
  Boosted digital course production by 500% by optimizing training development processes, reducing bottlenecks, and enhancing team efficiency.
  Developed and implemented comprehensive Digital Learning Guidelines and a Training Development Guideline to standardize processes and improve quality.
• LMS Enhancement & User Experience (UX):
  Led a major LMS improvement project, optimizing LMS functionalities, deployment strategies, and user experience to improve accessibility and engagement.
  Managed LMS-related stakeholder issues and implemented system upgrades to align with business needs.
• Strategic Learning Initiatives:
  Co-designed the Global Talent Conference Program, contributing to talent strategy and leadership development.
  Developed and tracked KPIs for learning dashboards and reporting, enhancing data-driven decision-making for L&D initiatives.
• Training Development Leadership:
  Led training development projects in key areas, including compliance, project management, mental health, and DEIB, to address critical organizational needs.
  Championed learner-centric design by incorporating best practices in digital learning methodologies.
• Team Leadership & Talent Development:
  Acted as hiring manager and line manager for the digital learning team, focusing on recruitment, performance management, and professional growth.
  Fostered cross-functional collaboration by aligning digital learning projects with stakeholders in Production, Quality, HR, and Compliance.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• E-Learning Design & Development:
  Created engaging eLearning content and instructional materials for compliance, technical, and soft-skill training programs, tailoring content to diverse learner needs.
  Applied instructional design methodologies to ensure effective and learner-centric training delivery.
• LMS Administration & Optimization:
  Administered the LMS, enhancing its functionality and reporting capabilities to improve training accessibility, tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Virtual Learning Facilitation:
  Co-developed employee engagement initiatives and hosted webinars and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) sessions, enhancing learner participation and knowledge retention.
• High-Potential Talent Recognition:
  Selected as a high-potential, high-performer talent and invited to participate in the company’s Talent Conference, recognizing leadership potential and L&D excellence.