Organisational Development Officer

Permanent Full-Time
Band 6 ($97,273 - $105,392) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council, located in Melbourne's inner west, serves a diverse and growing community. Committed to sustainability, inclusion, and good governance, the Council delivers essential services, urban planning, and community programs. It fosters a vibrant, connected city, supporting residents, businesses, and cultural development while enhancing liveability and environmental sustainability.

The Opportunity

Join Maribyrnong City Council in a pivotal role where you will design and implement programs and projects to enhance organisational development (OD) and learning initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to drive meaningful change, support staff development, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning. Working closely with the Organisational Development Coordinator, you will play a key role in developing engaging learning materials, facilitating training sessions, and overseeing essential OD projects that align with Council priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop e-learning programs and instructional materials to support organisation-wide training needs.
• Facilitate OD and learning initiatives, including leadership programs, corporate induction, and compliance training.
• Maintain and improve the Learning Management System and Corporate Training Calendar.
• Provide expert advice on instructional design, training methodologies, and best practices in employee development.
• Oversee administrative functions such as procurement, invoicing, contract management, and logistics for OD activities.
• Manage OD projects and programs effectively, ensuring they meet objectives and align with Council's strategic goals.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong background in organisational development and learning. You are a proactive professional with a passion for employee growth, engagement, and capability development. Your ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, and manage multiple projects will be key to your success in this role.

Key skills & experience

• Diploma or degree in Organisational Development, Learning & Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing OD and learning programs.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to deliver outcomes on time and within budget.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across various teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in facilitating training sessions.
• Experience in evaluating and reporting on learning and development program outcomes.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please forward a copy of your resume and a covering letter via our careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description in support of your application by 10:00pm, on the closing date.

To download a copy of the position description please visit us at: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6736004

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kate Percy, Coordinator Organisational Development Coordinator on 9688 0502.

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.