• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 8 $114,231 - $130,786 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As a member of the Leadership and Organisational Development team you will take a proactive approach to identify, design and deliver programs and projects stemming from Deakin’s People Strategy, with the goal of building inspiring leaders, capable people, engaged teams and ensuring the sustainable design of the university’s workforce. 

As a Consultant, Leadership and Organisational Development, you will:

• Enhance our workforce capabilities and engagement through continuous improvement of systems and tools.
• Foster service excellence, prioritise customer satisfaction, and implement effective improvement strategies.
• Develop and deliver top-notch programs leveraging leadership and organisational development principles.
• Showcase strong program management, system skills, and exceptional communication abilities. 
• Coach team members for growth, providing balanced feedback tailored to individual and team needs. 

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications, extensive relevant experience, management expertise, or equivalent combination. 
• Proven expertise to successfully implement and facilitate leadership and organisational development programs and initiatives. 
• Expert knowledge of systems, process and business improvement capabilities. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively design, develop and implement programs across an organisation. 
• Extensive project management experience. 

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Emma Smith, Associate Director, Leadership and Organisational Development, via e.smith@deakin.edu.au   

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Consultant, Leadership and Organisational Development 570707.pdf

Applications for this position close on 7 April 2025.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.