Organizational Development Consultant

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension plan

Professional growth

On-site in Bloemfontein

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Organizational Development Consultant to partner with diverse clients in the Free State. You will diagnose organizational challenges and design strategic interventions across structure, culture, and talent management, with a focus on change management and leadership development.

Based on-site, you will facilitate workshops, lead engagement initiatives, and advise on workforce planning, performance systems, and culture transformation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in organizational development, change management, or HR consulting.
• Proven ability to design and implement successful OD interventions.
• Strong understanding of organizational behavior, psychology, and change management principles.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience in conducting needs assessments and developing strategic OD plans.
• Familiarity with the Free State business landscape is advantageous.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess organizational structures, culture, and processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Design and implement strategies for change management, talent development, and leadership effectiveness.
• Facilitate workshops and training programs focused on team building, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Develop and deploy employee engagement surveys and action plans.
• Advise clients on organizational design, workforce planning, and performance management systems.
• Support the implementation of new organizational initiatives and cultural transformations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and provide recommendations for ongoing development.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

OD strategy design

Facilitation

Project management

Needs assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in OD/HR/related

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a skilled Organizational Development Consultant to join their consultancy firm in Bloemfontein, Free State. This role focuses on partnering with organizations to enhance their effectiveness through strategic interventions in structure, culture, and talent management. You will be responsible for diagnosing organizational challenges, designing and implementing solutions related to change management, leadership development, and team effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within the Free State region, working directly with diverse clients. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong understanding of human capital management and organizational dynamics. The ideal candidate will possess excellent facilitation and communication skills, with a passion for driving positive change within client organizations. This role is based in Bloemfontein, requiring regular on-site client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess organizational structures, culture, and processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Design and implement strategies for change management, talent development, and leadership effectiveness.
• Facilitate workshops and training programs focused on team building, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Develop and deploy employee engagement surveys and action plans.
• Advise clients on organizational design, workforce planning, and performance management systems.
• Support the implementation of new organizational initiatives and cultural transformations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and provide recommendations for ongoing development.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in organizational development, change management, or HR consulting.
• Proven ability to design and implement successful OD interventions.
• Strong understanding of organizational behavior, psychology, and change management principles.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience in conducting needs assessments and developing strategic OD plans.
• Familiarity with the Free State business landscape is advantageous.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging organizational development projects.
• Work within a supportive and professional consultancy environment in Bloemfontein.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical aid and pension.
• Contribute to the strategic success of clients in the Free State.