Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. 
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. 

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. 

About the Opportunity 

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

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and deliver strategic, evidence based capability and OD initiatives aligned with the University’s 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 - $113,713.03 - $127,923.91. Full package range - $133,044.25 - $149,670.98. 

Why join Griffith? 
 
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've 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, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re 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 our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern 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 [email protected] 

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 [email protected]. 

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

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