" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Organisational Development Advisor\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19345\"\u003e HR \u0026amp; Recruitment \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19346\"\u003e OD - Organisational Development \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19347\"\u003e Christchurch \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19348\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 3/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to a significant programme of organisational change\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on OD role combining design, facilitation and practical delivery\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFixed term, opportunity with a supportive team and flexible working options\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eChristchurch | Fixed-term until June 2027\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to a significant programme of organisational change\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA hands-on OD role combining design, facilitation and practical delivery\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a collaborative, supportive team with flexible working options\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Are you an experienced organisational development professional who enjoys turning good ideas into practical solutions?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKa Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is entering an important period of change, with a new operating model being introduced across the organisation. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting leaders and kaimahi through that transition, helping establish stronger connections, build capability and embed new ways of working.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national, for-purpose organisation providing mental health, addiction, disability, housing and community-based support services. With approximately 1,500 kaimahi across Aotearoa, the organisation is committed to supporting people and wh\u0026#257;nau to thrive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the National Manager Workforce Development, you will join an established, supportive team and contribute to the \u003cem\u003eConnect and Enable\u003c/em\u003e workstream.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is very much a hands-on opportunity. While you will bring the experience to design effective OD initiatives, you will be just as comfortable rolling up your sleeves and delivering them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Be Doing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eWorking closely with leaders and teams across the organisation, you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign and facilitate workshops that support team development, collaboration and new ways of working.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop practical tools, guides and resources that help leaders navigate organisational change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the introduction and embedding of a new Leadership Framework.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside managers to strengthen team effectiveness, trust and psychological safety.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild relationships across the organisation, responding to emerging needs and helping translate OD thinking into everyday practice.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, leadership capability and workforce development.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will be an experienced OD practitioner who brings sound judgement, creativity and a practical approach to your work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will have demonstrated experience supporting organisational change, ideally within a large or complex environment, and be confident working with leaders and teams through periods of transition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are particularly interested in your ability to:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign and deliver engaging workshops, learning activities and team development initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTranslate complex OD concepts into clear, useful resources and practical guidance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild trusted relationships and engage effectively with people at all levels.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBalance competing priorities while maintaining momentum and delivering quality outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively, adapt to changing circumstances and contribute positively to a small, supportive team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Just as importantly, you will enjoy the delivery side of OD. You are someone who gets satisfaction from seeing initiatives put into practice, rather than simply developing the strategy behind them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, inclusion and the diverse communities Emerge Aotearoa serves will be important.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Emerge Aotearoa?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an opportunity to contribute to a substantial programme of change within an organisation whose work makes a difference to communities across New Zealand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will work alongside an experienced, approachable leader who values trust, autonomy and fresh thinking, supported by a close-knit Workforce Development team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Christchurch is the preferred location, with flexibility to work from home for up to two days per week once established in the role. The position is ideally full-time, although a four-day working week may be considered for the right person. Some domestic travel may be required.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInterested?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you are an experienced OD professional who enjoys working with people, solving problems and making things happen, we would welcome a conversation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Candidate Briefing Document, please contact \u003cstrong\u003eHeather Ewing at Bishop Associates\u003c/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong\u003e03 265 0667\u003c/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eheather@bishopassociates.co.nz\u003c/strong\u003e. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2007352\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "