Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.
Job DescriptionBuilding future workforce impact
Our Organisational Development team is evolving, and we are making an investment in a cohesive, future‑focused Organisational Development capability agenda to support organisational performance, workforce sustainability, and long‑term impact.
As part of this exciting change, we are seeking three Organisational Development Managers to work as a connected OD cohort. Each role holds clear ownership of a distinct portfolio, with accountability for shaping direction, building maturity, and delivering impact in their specialist domain, while collectively contributing to an integrated, organisational capability agenda.
These roles are suited to experienced OD practitioners who are comfortable owning their space end‑to‑end. From diagnosing needs and setting strategy, through to delivery, and embedment. Success in these roles requires confidence operating in complex environments during times of change, and the ability to influence senior leaders while maintaining practical, delivery‑focused discipline.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
OD Manager – Future Workforce & Innovation
Own the design and delivery of a future‑focused workforce capability approach.
You will:
- Ensure workforce capability priorities are clearly identified, aligned to organisational strategy, and translated into actionable capability forecasting.
- Design and delivery of targeted workforce capability initiatives that address current and future organisational needs
- Own the University’s approach to understanding and responding to workforce capability needs over time
- Relevant degree and 10+ years’ senior experience in OD, learning, or capability roles
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
Please note this is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position, with a salary range of $110,700 - $149,800 depending on skills and experience.
OD Manager – Future Career
Define and deliver a cohesive approach to career development, designing pathways, tools, and experiences that connect capability, performance, and opportunity at an organisational level.
You will:
- Strategy and career architecture integration with organisational priorities, workforce needs, and employee experience.
- Diagnosis, design and delivery of career development initiatives aligned with workforce capability priorities and appropriate learning experiences.
- Strengthen the University’s approach to understanding and improving the career experience of professional staff through data driven insights and continuous improvement
- Relevant degree and 10+ years’ senior experience in OD, learning, or capability roles
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
Please note this is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position, with a salary range of $110,700 - $149,800 depending on skills and experience.
OD Manager – Learning Experience
Ensure high‑quality, consistent, and scalable learning experiences aligned to organisational capability priorities.
You will:
- Lead the design and delivery of an engaging, end‑to‑end learning experience that supports capability development across the employee lifecycle
- Ensure high‑quality, scalable learning across digital, blended, and face‑to‑face environments
- Develop and embed a future‑focused learning experience strategy aligned to organisational priorities
- Relevant degree and 10+ years’ senior experience in OD, learning, or capability roles
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
Please note this is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position, with a salary range of $98,700 - $133,500 depending on skills and experience.
Additional InformationNgā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 28th June 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Lisa Matthews via [email protected] for more information about the role. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Skills Required
- Relevant degree and 10+ years' senior experience in OD, learning, or capability roles
What We Do
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading university, offering internationally recognized qualifications and aiming to educate world-class graduates. It operates within the University and Other Higher Education industry.
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