Consultant / Senior Consultant, Leadership & Organisational Development

Who are we? 

Deakin University stands as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation, nestled in the vibrant city of Melbourne and across Victoria. With a strong commitment to cutting-edge research and a diverse, global community, we’re proud to be delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities. Join us in this intellectual adventure and let Deakin's passion for learning and innovation inspire your own. 

As a member of the Leadership and Organisational Development team you will take a proactive approach to identify, design and deliver programs and projects stemming from Deakin’s People Strategy, with the goal of building inspiring leaders, capable people, engaged teams and ensuring the sustainable design of the university’s workforce. 

As part of the team you will: 

• Drive and implement leadership and Organisational Development initiatives and programs through stakeholder consultation, data analysis and innovative solutions 

• Enhance our workforce capabilities and engagement through continuous improvement of systems and tools. 

• Foster service excellence, prioritise customer satisfaction, and implement effective improvement strategies. 

• Develop top-notch programs leveraging leadership and Organisational Development principles. 

• Showcase strong program management, system skills, and exceptional communication abilities. 

• Coach team members for growth, providing balanced feedback tailored to individual and team needs. 

To be successful, you’ll have:  

• Postgraduate qualifications, extensive relevant experience, management expertise, or equivalent combination 

• Proven expertise to successfully implement and facilitate leadership and Organisational Development programs and initiatives. 

• Expert knowledge of systems, process and business improvement capabilities 

• Demonstrated ability to effectively design, develop and implement programs across an organisation 

• Extensive project management experience 

Here's how to apply:  

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. Please specify if applying for the Consultant (HEW 8) or Senior Consultant (HEW 9) position. 

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Emma Smith, Senior Manager, Leadership and Organisational Development at e.smith@deakin.edu.au 

For a copy of the relevant Consultant and Senior Consultant position descriptions, please see below:  

 PD - Consultant, Leadership & Organisational Development .pdf

 PD - Senior Consultant, Leadership & Organisational Development HEW 9.pdf

Applications for this position close 11.55pm on Sunday 7th April 2024.  

Why work with us? 

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus. 

Are You Ready? 

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.  

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.