Senior Organisational Development Consultant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, invites an experienced Senior Organisational Development Consultant to help clients enhance effectiveness, manage change, and foster positive workplace cultures. You will diagnose challenges, design interventions, and implement solutions aligning people with strategic goals.

The role requires a Master’s in Organisational Psychology (or related) and at least 7 years in OD/change management, with strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organisational Psychology or related field.
• 7+ years in organisational development, change management or consulting.
• Proven experience designing and implementing OD interventions in corporate settings.
• Strong knowledge of organisational behaviour and talent management best practices.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex projects and stakeholder relations.
• Experience with Gauteng-based clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organizational assessments across structure, culture, talent and leadership.
• Design and implement OD initiatives including change management and leadership development.
• Facilitate workshops and training on engagement, team effectiveness and culture change.
• Develop performance management systems and engagement surveys.
• Advise leaders on organisational design and human capital management.
• Manage OD projects ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Support talent pipelines and succession planning.

Skills

Organisational psychology

Change management

Talent management

Leadership development

Stakeholder management

Facilitation coaching

Client consulting

Education

Master's degree in Organisational Psychology

Master's degree in HR Management

MBA

Tools

Assessment tools

OD frameworks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking management consultancy, is looking for a skilled Senior Organisational Development Consultant to join their practice in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is crucial for helping clients enhance their organizational effectiveness, manage change, and foster positive workplace cultures. You will work with diverse businesses to diagnose organizational challenges, design interventions, and implement solutions that align people, processes, and structures with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in organisational psychology, change management, talent management, and leadership development. You will be instrumental in driving sustainable organizational performance and employee engagement. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on businesses within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct organizational assessments to identify needs in areas such as structure, culture, talent, and leadership.
• Design and implement strategic organizational development initiatives, including change management programs, talent management systems, and leadership development frameworks.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions focused on employee engagement, team effectiveness, and cultural transformation.
• Develop and implement performance management systems and employee engagement surveys.
• Advise leadership teams on best practices in organizational design and human capital management.
• Manage OD projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of solutions.
• Support the development of talent pipelines and succession planning strategies.
• Stay current with OD trends, research, and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organisational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in organisational development, change management, or a related consulting role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing OD interventions in a corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of organisational behaviour, change management models, and talent management best practices.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience working with clients in the Gauteng province is preferred.
• Proficiency in relevant assessment tools and methodologies.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, and a provident fund. Opportunities for continuous professional development, including advanced training and certifications, are a core part of the role. This hybrid position allows for flexible working arrangements, combining remote work with valuable in-office collaboration in Vereeniging .