Organisational Development Specialist

• An opportunity to expand your OD experience in a role that works across the University
• Work in a supportive and fun People Experience team that focuses on strengths
• Fulltime – Fixed term, 12 months with potential for extension

We are on the lookout for someone to take on the role of Organisational Development Specialist in our dynamic, high performing team. In this role you will work on broad OD, HR and people and culture programs, projects and initiatives to help us to build a people focused experience of ‘moments that matter’. The role has a lot of variety – from coaching and mentoring to staff surveys, reward and recognition as well as change management – no two days will be the same. As a team, we provide support and development opportunities to expand your experience, which includes working closely with our exceptional Senior OD and Employee Experience Specialists. We are looking for a problem solver, a collaborator and someone who is tech-savvy and knows their way around data.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who:

• Has relevant experience in OD, L&D, HR or people and culture, preferably with relevant qualifications (such as TAE or Prosci Change Management).
• Has demonstrated experience supporting and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver organisational development and talent management initiatives.
• Likes to work both independently and as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Uses data and benchmarking to support solutions.
• Has strong technology skills, a continuous improvement mindset and excellent communication skills.

This Fixed Term position is full time at a Higher Education Worker (HEW) 7 Level until June 2025 with potential for extension and will be based at Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our community and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

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About the Unit

This role sits within the Human Resource Services (HRS) unit within the Resources Division. Our focus is on delivering a broad range of people services, strategies and projects across all areas of the University. As a member of the progressive People Experience team within HRS, you will engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders and play an important role in the design and delivery of programs, projects and initiatives that have broad reach and impact for our entire University community.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is from $95,822 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements, in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

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If you are looking for an opportunity to build on your OD, HR or people and culture experience, we are looking forward to your application for this position. Join us in shaping the future of our university and advancing our commitment to excellence. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity (maximum 500 words)
• A response to each of the following questions (maximum 500 words each):

Please tell us about the most complex OD/HR/P&C project or initiative you managed independently. How did you approach this and who did you engage with to support the successful delivery of the initiative?

Please describe how you use your process/continuous improvement skills in your work and give us an example of when you implemented a change to a process or system. How did you tackle this, what stakeholders did you include and what was the outcome you achieved?

Please upload your cover letter and response to the targeted questions as one PDF document.

Your cover letter and response to the targeted questions should not exceed 3 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Carlie McQuillan, Senior Manager People Experience [email protected] or Fiona Williams, Associate Director People Strategy [email protected]

Having difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]

Closing date: Monday 12th February 2024 at 5.00pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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