Organizational Development Consultant - Talent

NAIT International; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Job summary

NAIT is seeking an Organizational Development Consultant - Talent to design, implement, and continuously improve talent management programs across the organization. You will partner with leaders and HR to provide expert consultation, coaching, and change leadership to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness.

The role supports performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development, while leveraging technology-enabled solutions and data-informed

Qualifications

• A related undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in facilitating groups and conversations.
• Experience in a supervisory and/or consulting role, with leadership stories to tell of your successes and challenges would be an asset.
• Experience developing and/or facilitating organizational programs would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of phased‑in performance management initiatives.
• Support talent reviews, calibration exercises, and succession planning activities.
• Develop and enhance talent management programs, tools, and resources for leaders and employees.
• Lead change management planning and implementation for organizational talent initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate talent processes with data to support continuous improvement.
• Serve as a Talent Partner security role holder in Workday for designated functions.

Skills

Talent management

Facilitation

Coaching

Change management

Data-informed decisions

Leadership development

Consulting

Relationship-building

Workday knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT? At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Organizational Development, the Organizational Development Consultant - Talent supports the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of talent management programs, with a primary focus on performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, leadership development, and organizational change initiatives. Working in partnership with leaders and Human Resources, the role provides expert consultation, coaching, facilitation, and change leadership to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness. The Organizational Development Consultant - Talent, supports enterprise talent processes, contributes to the development of talent management practices and systems, and ensures the effective execution of performance and succession‑related activities through technology‑enabled solutions and data‑informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Management Lead the design and implementation of phased‑in performance management initiatives aligned with the NAIT Competency Framework.
• Support talent reviews, calibration exercises, and succession planning activities across the organization.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of talent management programs, procedures, tools, and resources for leaders and employees.
• Lead change management planning and implementation for organizational talent‑related initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate talent management processes, leveraging data and insights to support continuous improvement and informed decision‑making.
• Serve as one of the designated holders of the Talent Partner security role in Workday, with accountability for specific functions, activities, and transactions within the role's scope and access.

Learning & Development

• Support the development, implementation, and facilitation of leadership, learning, and development programs aligned with organizational talent strategies.
• Support High Potential assessments and development initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify learning and development needs and recommend innovative solutions.
• Review existing programs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance effectiveness, engagement, and organizational impact.

Consultation & Facilitation

• Provide consultation and coaching to leaders on talent management, organizational effectiveness, and people‑related initiatives.
• Design and facilitate team effectiveness workshops, leadership sessions, and other organizational development activities.
• Build and contribute to internal organizational development consulting capabilities through the development of methodologies, frameworks, facilitation approaches, and reusable tools and resources.
• Partner with leaders, HR colleagues, and stakeholders to support organizational change and workforce effectiveness initiatives.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of talent management practices, including performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, and leadership development.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and foster meaningful discussions.
• Demonstrated consulting, coaching, and relationship‑building skills with the ability to influence and support leaders at all levels.
• Knowledge of organizational development principles and change management methodologies.
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programs and initiatives that support organizational effectiveness.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing needs, and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with HR technology and talent management systems, including experience working with Workday or similar platforms.

Qualifications:

• A related undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in facilitating groups and conversations.
• Experience in a supervisory and/or consulting role, with leadership stories to tell of your successes and challenges would be an asset.
• Experience developing and/or facilitating organizational programs would be an asset.

Remuneration: Refer to salary range noted on posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. The compensation range for this job posting is : $86,686.95 - $114,845.29

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work‑life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s. NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on‑campus, off‑site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada. NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

People make NAIT Great - and at NAIT, people truly matter.

We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability.

When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community. If you're looking for purposeful work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.