Consultant, Organizational Development

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Director, Leadership and Organizational Development, the Consultant, Organizational Development provides strategic and operational leadership and partners with leaders at all levels of Island Health to strengthen leadership effectiveness, organizational capacity, workplace culture, and system performance. Grounded in an interactive and generative organizational development approach and an adaptive systems perspective, the Consultant functions as a strategic thought partner, coach, facilitator, and capacity builder, fostering meaningful dialogue and adaptive change processes that enable leaders and teams to navigate complexity, address organizational challenges, and advance strategic priorities. Working collaboratively with leaders, Human Resources, and key interest holders, the Consultant builds trusted partnerships, serving as the primary Organizational Development resource for client groups and supporting them to explore systemic patterns, surface diverse perspectives, strengthen leadership accountability, and co-create context-specific approaches that promote learning, adaptability, employee engagement, and sustainable results. The Consultant also contributes to the strategic planning and operational priorities of Leadership and Organizational Development, leads and supports corporate initiatives, represents Island Health on internal and external committees, and fosters collaborative partnerships across the health authority and broader healthcare system.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in Organization Development, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behaviour, or a related field combined with five (5) years of recent, related experience in organizational development, organizational effectiveness, or change leadership.

Skills And Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of Organization Development theory and practice, including systems thinking, complexity, appreciative inquiry, and adaptive leadership.
• Exceptional coaching, facilitation, consultation, and group process skills with the ability to establish trust and credibility across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, complexity, organizational change and competing priorities while supporting leaders and teams.
• Skilled in strategic dialogues, and collaborative engagement processes fostering accountability
• Ability to assess organizational needs, identify patterns and opportunities, and develop context-specific interventions that support organizational effectiveness and employee well-being
• Strong political acuity and ability to work effectively within large, complex systems.
• Knowledge of the LEADS in a Caring Environment Framework
• Strong analytical, reflective, evaluation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with learning technologies, Microsoft Office applications, virtual platforms, and other relevant software applications.
• Valid Class 5 British Columbia drivers license.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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