Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
As a senior member of OD, and part of the Leadership & Transformation team, the OD Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering strategic leadership, engagement, culture and transformation support interventions. The role offers a unique opportunity to both facilitate and lead project work from designing and facilitating leadership development programmes, coaching leadership teams, supporting major change initiatives to driving culture change.
Please note this position does not have any direct reports.
This is a full time (37.5 hours/ week) permanent position, with a salary range of $115,000 -$139,000 per annum depending on skills and experience. Flexible working is well-established, with dedicated in-person team collaboration days (currently being Tuesdays and Wednesdays), and for the other days, work location is guided by customer and work needs.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
The Organisational Development Team, part of the Human Resources Directorate, exists to partner with leaders and our people to build the capability and culture the University needs to succeed now and in the future. We are strongly focused on building the people experience that enables the university to deliver its strategic objectives and exceptional results. We have an exciting mandate for change, in an organisation that has a significant impact on graduate careers, world class research and our communities in New Zealand. Our four OD practice areas work together support the success of the University.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You’ll be passionate about leadership, culture and transformation and driven to make a difference for your customers and the organisation. Being authentically committed to working collaboratively, you’ll be a key player in our high performing and supportive team. As a lifelong learner who thrives on staying up to date with leading-edge practices, you’ll be skilled at translating these into simple and practical solutions that work for customers in their specific contexts.
You’ll have direct experience of delivering high-impact culture interventions, transformation methodologies and designing and facilitating leadership programmes that generate sustained behavioural change.
To succeed in this position, you will need to have a passion for facilitating and be someone who wants to learn and improve their craft.
Important Skills/ Experience| Nga Pūkenga Motuhake
- Direct experience in designing and delivering a range of strategic culture, engagement, employee listening frameworks, leadership/talent development and transformation projects
- Stakeholder management experience and consulting within a large complex organisation is essential
- Change management and OD/Learning methodologies essential, with agile and human centred design skills advantageous
- Project leadership or team leadership, either directly or in a project environment
- Experience in complex, large-mid scale project management
- Knowledge of indigenous leadership methodologies (particularly Māori and Pacific), an advantage
- Generalist knowledge of other OD and HR areas
- Knowledge of te ao Māori and the implications of the Treaty of Waitangi/ or interest in learning (also see development opportunities below)
Additional Information
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
We offer the opportunity to extend your Organisation Development career with New Zealand’s leading University. We also offer:
- A genuine commitment to supporting flexible working
- Professional development opportunities, including options to develop te reo and understanding of te ao māori
- Five weeks’ annual leave per annum
- Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution
- A stimulating, diverse and inclusive environment
- Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services
For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 3rd February 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please note: Due to a systems implementation, there will be a delay in our recruitment process meaning that applications cannot be reviewed prior to the closing date. We thank you in advance for your patience.
If you have questions not covered above please reach out to Lisa Matthews via lisa.matthews@auckland.ac.nz. Please note that while we are happy to answer your questions, we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
