Senior Manager (Grade 7), Organisational Development at Barwon South West

Newtown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Experience Initiatives, Engagement, Culture Change, Talent Development, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Communication Skills, Facilitation Skills, Influencing Skills, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Change Management, Project Management, Coaching, Diversity And Inclusion Reporting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type - Temporary Part Time; Temporary Full Time Hours per fortnight - 80 Job Category - Administration - Human Resources Req Id - 6873 Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service Find satisfaction in a position that offers diversity, complexity, and fulfilment Temporary full-time role | 80 hours per fortnight | ADOs, 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) & salary packaging About the role The Senior Manager Organisational Development is responsible for working proactively with senior leaders at Barwon Health to create a positive and engaging work environment in which all employees are motivated and enabled to do their best work. The position provides expert advice to the Chief People and Culture Officer with respect to strategy, planning, implementation and evaluation of employee experience initiatives and the People and Culture Strategy to best meet the business objectives of Barwon Health. The position manages the organisational development function which delivers on the People and Culture Strategy with an emphasis on creating a high-performance culture, leadership and capability development, and organisational culture change Key Responsibilities Lead Barwon Health’s employee experience strategy, driving a high-performance, values-led culture aligned to organisational priorities. Design and deliver evidence-based culture, engagement, wellbeing, and diversity initiatives that strengthen capability and psychological safety. Own the leadership development strategy, overseeing programs, coaching partnerships, and development pathways for leaders. Provide strategic advice and high-quality reporting to Executive and Board, using data, benchmarking, and sector insights to drive improvement. Oversee employee experience frameworks, policies, systems, and partnerships, working collaboratively across People & Culture and the organisation. What we’re looking for Growth-minded with a transparent and collaborative working style. Demonstrated experience delivering employee experience initiatives, including engagement, culture change, talent and succession, and leadership development. Strong understanding of employee experience frameworks such as team effectiveness, change and project management. Excellent communication, facilitation and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a complex environment; experience in large-scale change, workforce design, coaching, analytics or DEI reporting is desirable. Position Description Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. Barwon Health staff benefits Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Extensive professional development opportunities Attractive salary packaging benefits Living expenses capped at $9,010 Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here Diversity and Inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Child Safety We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) Additional information If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au All appointments are subject to: Satisfactory Police Record Check Immunisation Status Clearance Working with Children Check (if applicable) To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email. Contact person: Tracy Gilligan, Chief People & Culture Officer Email: tracy.gilligan@barwonhealth.org.auPhone: (03) 4215 1072 Application closing date: 12th February 2026 If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying. Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager Organisational Development is responsible for leading employee experience strategies and managing the organisational development function. This includes designing and delivering initiatives that enhance culture, engagement, and leadership development.