An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified and dynamic Organizational Development Specialist to join a leading mining company. We are looking for someone with solid experience across a range of OD initiatives, strong project management capabilities and a broad understanding of business methodologies and continuous improvement. Experience working within a large organization is important and a background in mining would be ideal.

Job Code: 6636

Opportunity

The HR department is being formed alongside the start up of operations. Now the initial recruitment phase of personnel is well advanced. The key focus is on organizational development, and facilitating growth by implementing key HR policies and processes. Currently, our client wishes to recruit a seasoned organizational development specialist who will be instrumental in planning and implementing OD initiatives for a large national workforce.

Organizational Development Specialist Role

• Develop and implement programs to align work force and key business initiatives through use of organizational effectiveness interventions.
• Assist the organization in areas of leadership development, organizational redesign, team development and change management.
• Operate as an organizational leader/internal consultant to identify, develop and implement business processes and organizational effectiveness interventions, as and when required.
• Act as a change agent providing the support and mechanism to implement major changes to the operations of the business and provide coaching to leaders and executives on organizational growth.
• Manage the process of replacement planning, succession planning, key employee retention design, change management, workforce management and development.
• Support organizational planning including creation of organizational charts, review of roles and responsibilities and job descriptions.
• Oversee employee compliance with all performance management processes (annual performance review process, goal setting, probationary reviews, employee development planning). Responsible for timely completion of performance reviews and evaluations for all employees.
• Identify and monitor company culture so that it supports the project's goals and promotes employee satisfaction. Conduct employee engagement focus groups within offices and operating locations to discuss staff concerns and suggestions.

Organizational Development Specialist Experience & Skill Set Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources Management, Psychology, or another closely related field.
• 5-8 years related experience in organizational development and/or training.
• Advanced proficiency in both French and English languages is required for this role.
• Must have previous experience working independently or with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong follow-through required.
• International experience obtained via a foreign assignment (Africa or 3rd world country) preferred.
• Major project start-up experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to gain the trust and credibility of senior management is required.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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This will be a residential posting in a preferred French Africa location. Successful applicants will be rewarded with a comprehensive and competitive international expatriate package and be afforded an opportunity for personal growth in an international environment.

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