Make your Mark in this 12-month assignmentJoin Us as a Learning & Organisational Development Specialist Lead!Design and implement Council's learning and organisational development initiatives to enhance workforce engagement and capability.Support a culture of "customer at heart" to meet the evolving needs of our community.Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders to implement strategic projects that enhance employee engagement.Lead a small team to deliver high-quality learning and organisational development programs aligned with Council's objectives.About UsWe are a progressive Council committed to our people and to creating a thriving community for all who live and work here. Our focus is on developing an engaged and community-centric workforce, fostering an inclusive, respectful, and innovative work environment.Reporting to our Chief Human Resources Officer and part of the People & Culture Leadership team, you will bring highly developed expertise to help shape our organisational culture and deliver learning and organisational development initiatives that enable our leaders and our people to excel.About the PositionThe Learning & Organisational Development Lead is both a strategic and implementation role responsible for leading Council's learning and organisational development strategy and initiatives. This critical role will support the design of strategies and programs which enhance the organisation's preferred culture by enhancing leadership capability and employee experience, through contemporary and innovative thinking.This highly visible partnering role will work with the business to understand needs and emerging challenges and will spearhead key projects in Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural uplift, and Leadership Development. You will also ensure that new employees are supported through effective onboarding, provide targeted training to enhance employee capabilities, and actively promote workforce engagement through program design and delivery. Alongside your day-to-day activities, you will be instrumental in supporting the implementation of a new learning management system that will be fully integrated with our new Human Resources Information System (HRIS).Who We Are Looking ForWe are seeking an experienced and passionate Learning & Organisational Development professional with a proven track record in learning and organisational development. The ideal candidate will possess:Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline.Extensive experience in a similar role.Excellent planning, team leadership and resource management skills.Adeptness in anticipating changes and developing strategic responses to meet business requirements and objectives.High levels of emotional intelligence to foster collaborative relationships at all levels.Demonstrated technical knowledge relevant to the role.Previous system implementation experience is an advantage.The successful candidate will have the capacity to think creatively, engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, and drive initiatives that contribute to the continuous growth and learning culture within the Council.If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!Get your application in by 11.59pm: Friday 29th November 2024Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing Monday 9th December 2024Package: A competitive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.Hours of work: Temporary Full-Time 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month with flex-time arrangement. Opportunity expected to be available for up to 12 months.To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme, and novated lease options.Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Reach out to Leisl Guest ****** Chief Human Resource Officer, for any job-specific enquiries. Alison Wady ****** Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment-related enquiries.#J-18808-Ljbffr