Capability and Organisational Development Partner

About the Opportunity 

As a Capability and Organisational Development Partner youll play a key role in building a skilled engaged and high performing workforce. Working across the university youll lead strategic capability and organisational development initiatives providing expert advice and influencing solutions that support the Universitys goals and compliance requirements. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and deliver strategic evidence based capability and OD initiatives aligned with the Universitys goals.  

• Manage and contribute to programs across the employee lifecycle including onboarding performance leadership talent development succession planning engagement and culture.  

• Scope plan and project manage OD initiatives ensuring timely delivery and effective change management.  

• Design and deliver scalable online and face to face learning programs ensuring compliance and tracking completions.  

• Monitor and evaluate OD programs through data analysis to drive continuous improvement.  

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and impact. 

About you 

• The occupant of this position will hold relevant postgraduate qualifications in Organisational Psychology or a relevant field or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Candidates must have full unrestricted Australian work rights and may be subject to a National criminal history check.  

What we can offer 

This is continuing opportunity and can be based at either our Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast Campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.  

HEW 8 Salary Base range - $113713.03 - $127923.91. Full package range - $133044.25 - $149670.98. 

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. 

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit ourEquity Diversity and University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.  

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth Talent Acquisition Partner on 

For further specific information on this role please reach out to Erin Thompson Manager Talent & Succession (moving into the Head Capability & Development role from 1 Jan 2026)  on  

Closing date: 16th November @ 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.  

A note to recruitment agencies please do not send unsolicited messages/CVs to our hiring team recruitment for this role is managed internally.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time