Capability Partner-Research

• Make your mark and contribute to organisational capability development and design
• Lead the design and implementation of a training program for researchers
• 17% super, excellent benefits, and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role
This is a brand-new role in which you can really make your mark and help to shape the research areas in the University of Melbourne. You will lead the organisational development to ensure that our cross division/portfolio teams have the right capability and resources in the right places to support achievement of the University's Research aspirations.You'll also support organisational development and building capability in these areas, you will work on internal staff development, coaching and training as well as through the recruitment of external talent. Your contribution will not only have a significant impact on research professional support roles but also support the creation an environment conducive to swiftly identifying upskilling and training opportunities.Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with the Organisational Development team, provide strategic advice to Research support professional staff leadership on best practice in organisational capability development and design. Make recommendations and lead the implementation of endorsed recommendations
• Ensure a consistent and high-quality onboarding, coaching and training program is in place
• Provide strategic and practical hands-on support to implement talent management and succession planning processes for current and future key research professional support roles.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on the process of recruitment, induction and upskill new hiring managers.

Who we are looking for
We are looking for an exceptional communicator, with well-rounded negotiation and influencing skills. You should have the gravitas needed to build relationships with senior individuals, and be an excellent problem-solver with discretionary judgement. Ideally, you should have people and culture experience to be successful for this role.You will also have:

• Qualification, or an equivalent combination of relevant extensive experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in creating training content or explaining complex policies
• Experience developing, maintaining and implementing policy and procedures.
• Exceptional ability to think creatively and apply innovative concepts when providing advice, and to review outcomes to inform future advice.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out page!The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit page.We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.Advertised: 08 May 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 22 May 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time