About the role
In this role, you will be a key member of our Learning & Organisational Development Team, contributing to our commitment to building an agile, capable, and high-performing workforce. Reporting to the Manager Learning & Organisational Development, you will lead the design and delivery of evidence-based capability development and talent management strategies. With a strong focus on facilitation, you will drive leadership effectiveness and support a cultural uplift across the organisation, helping to shape a workforce that supports both employee growth and the City’s strategic goals.

Work type: On-going, Full Time Opportunity
Classification: Commencing at $122,040 (from 1 July 2025)

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert advice and deliver evidence-based capability development and talent management solutions aligned to the City’s strategic goals, business plans, and compliance requirements.
• Design and facilitate high-impact, inclusive learning experiences and leadership development programs, using organisational values and the leadership capability framework to drive cultural uplift and behavioural change.
• Lead the implementation of talent management processes—including talent identification, succession planning, and development pathways—partnering closely with People Partners, Talent Acquisition, and external vendors.
• Conduct training needs analyses and research emerging workplace trends to inform program design and ensure innovative, future-focused solutions that respond to organisational needs.
• Define program performance measures, track progress using data, and deliver regular evaluations and reports to inform continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration, innovation, and best practice in capability and organisational development.
• Mentor team members and contribute to an inclusive, results-driven culture by supporting professional growth, reinforcing shared goals, and modelling organisational values.
• Apply project management methodologies to deliver initiatives effectively, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational plans, timelines, and resource constraints.
  
  

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in organisational and capability development.

Essential Experience:

• A strong track record in designing, delivering, and evaluating high-impact learning and leadership programs across diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to use and interpret diagnostic tools, such as capability assessments, culture surveys, or 360-degree feedback.
• Expertise in contemporary organisational development, including coaching frameworks, leadership methodologies, and talent management practices.
• Confident facilitator and communicator, able to engage, influence, and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
• A data-informed approach to shaping strategy, driving continuous improvement, and demonstrating the value of development initiatives.
• Strong project and change management skills, with the ability to plan and execute in complex and evolving environments.
• A strategic, emotionally intelligent professional who thrives on collaboration, embraces ambiguity, and champions cultural and capability uplift through the lens of organisational values.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Beth Eaton | Manager, Learning & Organisational Development | Beth.Eaton@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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