Job description
Organisation Development Officer
VANRATH are proud to be partnering with a respected public sector organisation to recruit an Organisation Development Officer on an initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension.
This role is a great opportunity for a proactive OD professional to join a high-impact team focused on improving organisational culture, employee engagement, and leadership capability across a diverse and community-focused workforce.
The Role
Reporting to the Organisation Development & Employee Engagement Manager, you will play a key role in:
- Supporting the delivery of the Organisation Development Business Plan
- Designing and implementing development programmes and leadership initiatives
- Driving employee engagement, wellbeing, and internal communications strategies
- Supporting elected member development and accreditation compliance
- Advising on talent development, workforce planning, and succession strategies
- Designing, delivering, and evaluating in-house and external training interventions
This is a dynamic role that will suit an individual with a background in OD, L&D, or HR, who thrives in a collaborative, public-facing environment.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A relevant third-level qualification (Level 4 or above) in a business-related subject
Membership of the CIPD (Associate or above)
2+ years' experience in an Organisation Development or Learning & Development role
Proven experience with:
- Designing and delivering engagement and wellbeing initiatives
- Internal communications planning and delivery
- Developing leadership or elected member training
- Implementing innovative learning methodologies including digital/e-learning
What's On Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate of £20.66
- Immediate start with initial 3-month contract
- Office-based in the Greater Antrim Area, with occasional travel to other local sites
- Join a forward-thinking team passionate about organisational culture and performance
Interested?
For more information or a confidential chat, reach out to Emma Hall at VANRATH today: emma.hall@vanrath.com, 028 9033 0250
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