Learning & Organisational Development Consultant Job posted: 17/12/2024
1 x VPS4 Learning and Organisational Development Consultant - Ongoing About the Department The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services, providing policy leadership, planning for the future of education in Victoria, and leading key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight, and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.
About the Division The People Strategy and Operations (VPS) division was established to:
Provide end-to-end people services to the department's 4,000+ VPS employees. Provide strategic workplace relations advice and support to the VPS and early childhood sectors. Manage corporate office working places and environmental sustainability. About the Role The Organisational Development team now has a VPS4 Consultant role in the Organisational Development (OD) Unit within the Workforce Strategy and Capability Branch of the People Strategy & Operations (VPS) Division. The OD Unit is responsible for designing and delivering the department's people development, performance, culture, and employee life-cycle initiatives such as:
Leading the department's corporate leadership and capability development programs aligned to DE's Strategic intent, Strategic Plan, and Leadership Charter. Leading initiatives to embed a culture of integrity and accountability aligned to the public sector values across all areas of the department. Providing strategic advice and support to the corporate areas of the department in organisational capability, culture, and effectiveness. Supporting best practice induction, performance management, and recognition strategies and processes. Role Contributions This role contributes to the successful delivery of a range of learning and organisational development (L&OD) programs, supporting all learning and development initiatives, including stakeholder management, coordination, and reporting of L&OD activities. This role will work closely with Senior Learning and Development / Leadership Development and Organisational Development Consultants (VPSG5) in implementing high-quality, practical, and effective L&OD approaches across the department's corporate areas.
Key Attributes To be successful, you will be solution and client-focused, demonstrating problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Your ability to establish and maintain productive relationships within the department and external organisations will be vital, along with your critical thinking and capacity to embrace innovation and continuous improvement. A strong attention to detail, positivity, and motivation to thrive in a fast-paced environment are also paramount.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources (Learning and Development / Organisational Development) and/or Relevant tertiary qualification in Organisational Psychology. Further Information For more details regarding this position, please see the attached position description for the capabilities to address in your application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability, and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions, visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page.
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For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Lisa Howe - Manager Organisational Development via email at .
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close at 11:59 PM on Tuesday, 14th January 2025. Job type: Full time
Job classification: VPSG4
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