Senior Organisational Development Advisor

• Salary Range Band 8 $125,104 - $140,199 plus 11.5% super 
• Full-time permanent role based at St Kilda Town Hall
• We are a diverse & inclusive council with a positive culture, great benefits and flexible working arrangements possible

About City of Port Phillip 

We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market!  City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

What’s the role all about 

Are you a seasoned People and Culture professional with expert experience skills within Organisational Development (OD) looking to lead, develop and implement a large range of people initiatives that support the achievement of our organisational goals and delivery of the City of Port Phillip Council Plan? 

Ideally this role would suit a results focused team player who thrives in a fast paced environment, is  outcome orientated and enjoys delivering a broad range of initiatives to build organisational engagement and capability. This role requires someone who is not just able to think strategically but who is also able to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.  

Reporting to the Head of OD, this senior role will be part of a small OD team, that forms part of the wider People, Culture and Safety team who all work together to deliver outcomes that positively benefit our people and community.  

In this role you will

• Lead key initiatives such as the Diversity and Inclusion actions for our employees, including the delivery of the Gender Equality Action Plan, employee engagement, strategic workforce planning, learning and development, as well as leadership development
• Develop, implement and evaluate Organisational Development initiatives in line with Legislative requirements, People and Culture Strategy and Policy within a complex environment
• Provide expert learning and organisational development advice, guidance, coaching, and feedback to learners, leaders, and stakeholders
• Update, develop and review key policies and resource material to align with Organisational Development objectives
• Collaborate and coordinate across People Culture and Safety, as well as the broader organisation to ensure effective and efficient implementation of OD initiatives
• Oversee multiple projects and priorities, ensuring alignment to objectives and a streamlined approach to delivery in line with organisational change methodology

Who we are looking for 

• A passionate and driven OD specialist who enjoys challenging work and has an ability to deliver high quality outcomes
• A degree in OD or related qualification and/or substantial and diverse relevant OD experience
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to gain confidence and cooperation of a broad range of stakeholders and employees.
• Ability to analyse data and trends and prepare reports that deliver valuable insights
• A strong collaborator and facilitator who can connect with people, provide sound advice and convey complex terms in easy-to-understand terms

Our work environment  

We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.  

Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.  

What’s in it for you 

• We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs
• Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Our work hubs are located close to our very own Childcare centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
• Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
• Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents
• Access to novated leasing for cars and salary sacrificed technology such as laptops and phones.

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations   

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and
• Sufficient proof of their identity.
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
• Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).

So, what’s next?  

Hit that APPLY button now! 

Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this! 

Please submit; 

• Resume – latest and detailed version
• Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered. 

For further information please contact Naomi Walton, Head of Organisational Development on phone 0466821334 or email naomi.walton@portphillip.vic.gov.au 

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 13 October 2024.

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability. 

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au 

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