Daré Saliu Ibiefo, Mhrm, MSc.
About Daré Saliu Ibiefo, Mhrm, MSc.
Daré Saliu Ibiefo is the Director of Talent Development and Learning at Hearst, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in human resources and organizational development, having held various roles in companies such as Allergan, EngenderHealth, and Citi.
Work at Hearst
Daré Saliu Ibiefo has been serving as the Director of Talent Development and Learning at Hearst since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing talent management and learning programs that align with the organization’s performance goals. His approach is consultative and customer-focused, aiming to create effective learning environments that foster employee growth and development.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Hearst, Daré Ibiefo held several roles in various organizations. He worked at Allergan as a Consultant for Compliance & Ethics Training in 2015 for eight months. He also served as a Learning and Organizational Development/Human Resource Specialist at EngenderHealth from 2011 to 2012. His experience includes a role as a Graduate Recruiter & Program Representative at Rutgers University from 2008 to 2010 and as an HR Management Associate at Citi in 2008.
Education and Expertise
Daré Ibiefo holds multiple degrees in Human Resource Management and related fields. He earned a Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) from Rutgers University from 2006 to 2009. He also achieved a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in General Management and Leadership from the University of Lagos between 2003 and 2005. Additionally, he has studied Strategic Human Resource Management at Fairleigh Dickinson University and has a Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations & Human Resource Management from the University of Lagos.
Skills and Competencies
Daré Ibiefo is recognized for his ability to manage ambiguity and navigate complex environments. He is known as a nimble learner and an excellent communicator. His expertise includes extensive experience in management development programs and adult learning. He has developed and implemented cost-effective talent management and learning programs that align with organizational performance goals.
Career Development
Throughout his career, Daré Ibiefo has held various roles that emphasize his focus on talent development and organizational effectiveness. He was the Global HR & Organizational Development Lead at EngenderHealth from 2012 to 2015. He also worked at The Kintock Group as a Training, Quality Assurance & Accreditation Specialist from 2005 to 2008, where he contributed to enhancing training and quality assurance initiatives.