Organisational Development Officer

Overview

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: ,