Jobs and Careers

• Design and deliver leadership and organisational development programs across the University. 
• Facilitate engaging development experiences that help leaders, teams and individuals grow and work together.  
• Play a key role in building the capability and culture needed for the University to succeed  

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.  

About the Opportunity  

The University of Tasmania is seeking an experienced organisational development and learning professional to join our Organisational Development team as an Organisational Capability Partner. 

This role is for someone who can turn good thinking into high-quality development experiences. You will design and deliver leadership development programs, facilitate workshops and team sessions, and work with colleagues across the University to strengthen leadership, people management and organisational capability. 

You will bring together strong learning design, facilitation and program delivery skills. From shaping the overall participant experience and curating content, to coordinating contributors, managing logistics and using feedback to improve future programs, you will oversee development initiatives from concept through to delivery. 

You will work closely with leaders, subject matter experts, external providers and colleagues across People and Wellbeing to ensure development activity is practical, relevant and connected to the University’s broader priorities.  

What’s Required 

We’re looking for an experienced organisational development, learning and development, or leadership development professional who can design great learning experiences and confidently bring them to life. 

You'll bring: 

• A genuine interest in helping people, teams and organisations grow and collaborate through thoughtful, well-designed development experiences. 
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering leadership, professional development or organisational capability programs. 
• Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to engage different groups, build psychological safety, and manage group dynamics.  
• Experience designing learning content, workshops and development resources that are practical, evidence-informed and suited to diverse audiences. 
• Demonstrated cultural capability, including the ability to work effectively across cultures and support others to build culturally responsive practices. 
• The ability to manage development programs from end to end, including planning, stakeholder coordination, participant experience, logistics and evaluation. 
• Strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to work with leaders, subject matter experts and external providers. 
• Experience using feedback, data and participant insight to improve programs and demonstrate impact. 

Salary details 

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 8 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $152,033 comprising base salary within the range of $114,282 to $129,943 plus 17% superannuation. 

Belong - Be You 

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you. 

How to Apply? 

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. 

• Please provide your up-to-date resume. 
• Cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining your suitability and motivation for the role 

For further information about this position, please contact madeleine.avico@utas.edu.au.  

 Position Description - Organisational Capability Partner.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 2 August at 11.55pm. 

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.