Head of Organisational Development and Capability at Online Education Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organisational development, Organisational design, Leadership development, Change management, Strategic planning, Generative AI, Digital transformation, Employee value proposition, Human-centred design, Stakeholder management, Succession planning, Workforce readiness, Growth mindset, Operating models, Culture building

Industry

E-Learning Providers

Description

About OES OES is a vibrant and values led organisation, and we are passionate about enhancing lives through education. We work with university partners, training institutes, and professional bodies worldwide, to develop and enable immersive and engaging learning experiences. We empower our teams to be student focused, innovative and embrace change with a growth mindset to ensure we achieve our vision of being the world’s most impactful enabler of education. We encourage our people to grow and develop through teamwork and a diverse range of projects, programs and challenging work. We trust our people to deliver, so when you work with OES, you will join a team who are empowered to impact every day. The Opportunity: We’re seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Head of Organisational Development & Capability, to design and execute our global Organisational Development strategy and partner closely with the Executive team to shape the organisation of the future. This is a senior, enterprise‑level role with accountability for driving transformation across organisational design, leadership capability, ways of working, and future workforce readiness, which includes Generative AI and emerging technologies. OES is a medium sized organisation, and this role will have one direct report. As the Head of OD & Capability, you will not only think strategically but will be hands‑on, leading, designing, and delivering solutions end‑to‑end. This is a highly influential role suited to a leader who thrives in complexity, moves at pace, and is motivated by meaningful, visible impact. This role is a permanent position working 4 days a week Key Responsibilities: Partner closely with the Executive team and senior leaders to deliver strategic organisational transformation Shape organisational design, operating models, leadership capability, and ways of working aligned to a growth strategy Lead complex, global change initiatives and embed fit‑for‑purpose change management practices Define and deliver future‑focused leadership development & succession plans Build organisational capability in Generative AI and digital ways of working, enabling responsible adoption at scale Design and embed a high‑performance, engaged, and inclusive culture across the organisation Own and evolve the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) Lead and grow an Organisational Development function, role‑modelling agility, innovation, and impact About you: You are a confident, credible OD leader who brings both strategic depth and practical execution capability. Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, or a related discipline Proven experience leading an Organisational Development function Demonstrated experience enabling organisations to scale for growth Strong background in organisational design within high‑growth, agile environments Experience influencing senior stakeholders across complex organisations Experience applying Human‑Centred design principles to organisational and leadership challenges Capability to design and implement change at scale in ambiguous environments Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys complex challenges Brings a positive, can‑do approach with a strong growth mindset Comfortable managing competing priorities and ambiguity Operates with integrity and credibility at all levels of the organisation What’s in it for you? Along with joining a passionate, energetic and highly skilled team, this role will allow you to gain exposure to many growth and development opportunities. OES offers a hybrid, flexible approach to work, where we work 2-3 days from our state-of-the-art Cremorne office, and the rest from home (or wherever you choose!). Breakfast, snacks, table tennis, Nintendo Switch are all available in the office, as well as weekly staff drinks. Ultimately, you will be joining a values-driven, collaborative business where your creativity and innovation will be nurtured and celebrated. We pride ourselves on being a 'People First' employer and if you join the OES Team, you will benefit from: Flexible, hybrid work for genuine career-life fit (2-3 days in our Cremorne Office) Professional development and mentoring OES Culture Club and events calendar Health and wellbeing activities Annual flu vaccinations Paid parental leave Purchased leave Study assistance and leave for eligible employees Mental health support resources and Employee assistance program (EAP) Income protection insurance Access to corporate health insurance rates If this opportunity excites you, please APPLY NOW with your CV & Cover Letter At OES, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, where we encourage candidates of any nationality, age, background, disability, and gender identity to apply. If you feel aligned to the role and would like to further explore your suitability, we welcome your application and would love to consider your fit for the role at OES.

Responsibilities

The Head of Organisational Development & Capability will design and execute a global OD strategy while partnering with the executive team to drive transformation. Key duties include shaping organisational design, leadership capability, and embedding digital ways of working like Generative AI.