Manager, Organizational Development and Employee - Langley, Canada - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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Langley, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Employee Group:

Administration/Management

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

- # of openings:

1

Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
Pay Level:

1- Administrative Salary Grid

Days of Work (BCGEU):
Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

Internal Closing Date:

April 7, 2023

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

External Closing Date:

April 7, 2023

Competition ID:

2140

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

JOB OVERVIEW:
Manager, Organization Development & Employee Experience
This role reports to the Director, Organizational Development and Employee Experience. Reporting directly to this position are the Organizational Development Specialist and Organizational Development Associate.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Manager, Organization Development & Employee Experience is responsible for leading, overseeing and supporting organizational development and employee experience programs and initiatives that contribute to the overall vision and strategic goals of the University.

These programs and initiatives include onboarding and offboarding program design, new hire orientation, employee engagement, respectful workplace, leadership and professional development, performance management, change management and succession planning.

This role will develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization and work closely with HR Leadership and Senior Administrators to help shape an inclusive and equitable culture of engagement, respect, and accountability while continually seeking to enhance the employee experience in alignment with organizational objectives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate degree in human resources, organizational development, psychology or an equivalent level of experience.
Five years' experience in an Organizational Development related capacity
Three years' people leadership experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Public sector and/or postsecondary work experience is preferred
Change Management certification is preferred
Training or education related to adult learning is preferred
True Colors or similar certification is preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive experience successfully leading, creating and implementing sustainable organizational development initiatives using change management principles, practices and methodologies.
Practical experience utilizing project management principles, practices, and methodologies.
Excellent communication, presentation and networking abilities.
Experience conducting needs assessments, developing training, communications & engagement strategies, and designing customized learning solutions.
Effective facilitation skills including the ability to motivate and influence senior leaders and employees when needed.
Ability to build effective work relationships with internal and external parties and work in a collaborative manner within a complex organization.
Understanding of leadership models and competency frameworks.
Solid organizational skills including keen attention to detail and a proven ability to juggle and reprioritize based on organizational demands and priorities.
Ability to analyze information and put forward wellwritten recommendations to senior leaders.
Ability to lead people and build a highperforming team.
Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive situations that call for the use of diplomacy and professionalism in the delivery of information and explanations.
Ability to work independently and effectively as a leader or member of a team.
Ability to cope with and tackle ambiguous situations to meet project deadlines and deliverables.
Commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, equitable and inclusive workplace.
Ability to travel between campuses as required.

_As KPU supports internal promotions, please note that at this time, internal talent has been identified. _
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