• Permanent position | Full time preferred, but part time will be considered
• Hybrid work environment | Flexible work options available
• Band 8: $127K – $143K (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the People and Culture Team

The People and Culture team supports our people to thrive at Glen Eira City Council, delivering strategic and operational people services that enhance staff performance, inclusivity, safety and wellbeing.

With a new Council Plan in place, this is an exciting time to join the team as we grow to build a more connected and cohesive function, strengthen service delivery excellence and embed sector‑leading people practices - supporting our people to do their best work and make a meaningful difference in the community.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the Coordinator Organisation Development plays a pivotal role in translating people strategy into action. You will provide specialist expertise across organisational development, learning and leadership capability, diversity and inclusion, performance development and change.

Key elements of the role include:

• Leading a small, multi-disciplinary team and managing third-party providers to ensure value and impact.
• Leading enterprise-wide learning platforms, programs and OD initiatives that support a skilled, capable and inclusive workforce.
• Designing, delivering and evaluating a contemporary, blended learning and development curriculum that is accessible and user-focused.
• Driving leadership, manager and supervisor development aligned to future capability needs.
• Overseeing the Diversity and Inclusion portfolio, including delivery of Gender Equality Action Plan initiatives.
• Supporting critical role planning and succession development.
• Partnering across People & Culture to strengthen employee engagement, performance development and workforce capability.
• Using data, metrics and insights to inform decisions and demonstrate outcomes.

About you

You’re a passionate organisation development professional with a contemporary mindset and a strong track record of delivering impactful people initiatives. You thrive in complex environments, enjoy collaboration, and are confident influencing stakeholders at all levels.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Psychology, Organisation Development or a related discipline (or equivalent extensive experience).
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide learning and organisation development programs.
• Strong capability in designing adult learning experiences using evidence-based and data-informed approaches.
• A highly collaborative style, with exceptional stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
• The ability to work strategically while staying hands-on and delivery-focused.
• Creativity, curiosity and an innovative approach to improving how people learn, grow and perform.
• Proven people leadership experience and sound commercial judgement.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks

Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description

Coordinator Organisation Development - Position Description - January 2026.pdf

Apply NOW!

All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Monday 2 March at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Anna Phillips, Chief People Officer, be emailing APhillips@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer

We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.