Head of Organisational Development (Coordinator)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Band 8 – Starting from $122,746.59 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
Benefits Package
- Hybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFH
- Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
- Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure memberships, salary sacrifice – additional super and childcare options
- Professional Development – leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave
About the Role
The Head of Organisational Development leads a specialist team that is responsible for the support and delivery of the organisation’s culture, capability and employee experience initiatives. This role works across the entire organisation at all levels, promoting and supporting the delivery of workforce strategies that strengthen skills so that Yarra can deliver valuable services for the community.
The key responsibilities for this role include:
- Oversee, manage and communicate all organisational development, including driving culture, workforce planning and learning and development activities with a D&I lens.
- Maintain strategic oversight of all work being undertaken across the Organisational Culture & Capability team.
- Develop, update and embed change resulting from framework, policy and program development related to portfolio.
- Drive Council’s commitment to continually improving the experience of staff from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, older and younger workers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people, Aboriginal people, and women.
- Lead and develop the Organisational Culture & Capability team to achieve assigned strategies and objectives in line with the ethos of the P&C branch.
- Provide expert advice and support on a broad range of people and culture policy issues and business practices, offering solutions in line with organisational priorities and ensuring all legislative and policy requirements are met.
- Engage and work effectively with specialists and external providers as required, including managing contracts and procurement.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a candidate with experience in Organisational Development to help deliver outcomes in the People & Culture Branch.
This may include:
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
- Policy and strategy development
- Change management and implementation
- Learning and development coordination
Yarra City Council is a Dynamic Organisation, proud of our inclusive culture, diversity and development of staff. We strive to continually improve services to the community.
We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. This is a great opportunity for an emerging leader in organisational growth, with hands-on learning, mentorship and future career progression opportunities.
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Monique Bateman - Manager People and Culture at Monique.Bateman@yarracity.vic.gov.au.
100740 - Head of Organisational Development (Coordinator) - Positions Description (September 2025).pdf
Applications close on: Friday 24 October 2025, at 11:55pm
How to Apply
In your application, please include your Resume and a 1-page Cover Letter. In your cover letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra's Commitment to Diversity
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
