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Job Title:

CONSULTANT, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TFT

Posted Date:

2026-06-12

Closing Date:

2026-06-18

Functional Discipline:

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Job Description

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VACANCY NUMBER: 43589JF

JOB TITLE: CONSULTANT, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TFT
STATUS: TEMPORARY FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION: WELLAND SITE
HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 12 June 2026
CLOSING DATE: 18 June 2026

UNION: NON UNION
WAGE RANGE: $51.02 PER HOUR

THE POSITION IS COMPENSATED ACCORDING TO AN ESTABLISHED WAGE GRID, WITH PROGRESSION THROUGH THE STEPS OCCURRING IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE POLICIES UNTIL REACHING THE MAXIMUM OF THE SALARY RANGE.

Join Our Extraordinary Team at Niagara Health!
Niagara Health is a regional hospital system with multiple sites and a growing network of community-based and virtual services. We believe every person in our region deserves to live every day of their life in the best health possible and are committed to transforming hospital care in Niagara.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Organizational Development (OD) Consultant to join our Organizational Development team. This impactful role reports directly to the Manager, HR Strategy and OD and will support our People First agenda. This is a temporary opportunity (12 months) with the possibility of an extension.

The Role: Aligned with the OD agenda, the OD Consultant will play a key role in supporting overall objectives supporting our people development strategies (Staff, Leaders) agenda; support performance management and development initiatives; employee engagement activities; deliver training including orientation/onboarding, service focused programs; support recognition activities and performance improvement methodologies through a consultative approach.

Key responsibilities include:
o People Development
o Employee Engagement
o Recognition
o Performance Management and Planning
o Performance Consulting
o Supporting Corporate Initiatives

We are looking for a passionate and innovative individual who thrives in a collaborative environment, possesses a strong commitment to driving organizational and cultural growth with a positive and proactive attitude. You are a kind person who wants to contribute to a high performing, accountable, team and organization.

Key Skills and Experience:
o Consultation skills leading to effective assessment performance/problem identification
o Some experience leading training, and or learning exchange with diverse teams
o Strong relationship building skills
o Experience contributing to enterprise projects from an OD perspective
o Insight into key management practices and various frameworks and tools adapted to organizational needs
o Exposure to the application of organizational development tools and methodologies including needs assessment and process and workflow development
o Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
o Demonstrated experience in building strong internal and external partnerships; ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment to reach business objectives
o Highly developed planning, organizational, problem solving, decision-making and time-management skills
o Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision
o Adaptable to changing priorities, deadlines and procedures with a strong attention to detail
o Excellent negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal), including group facilitation and presentation for varied audiences

Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Behavioural Sciences, Organizational Development, Human Resources or equivalent
o Five years' related experience, ideally with a large multi-union organization
o Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, and report writing software
o Experience in planning, project management, change processes and process improvement methodologies and principles preferred
o Demonstrated proficiency in adult learning principles and ability to develop, implement and deliver educational programs
o Ability to travel between all NH hospital sites

Core Competencies for Success:
o Change Management Expertise: Proficiency in guiding organizations through change processes, including developing strategies, managing resistance, and ensuring successful adoption of new practices
o Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify underlying issues, and develop effective solutions to enhance organizational performance and efficiency
o Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively convey ideas, present findings, and facilitate discussions with diverse parties and team members
o Project Management: Expertise in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget
o Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and teams, fostering a culture of cooperation and mutual respect
o Consultation and Facilitation: Skilled in consulting with leaders and staff, facilitating workshops, and leading discussions to gather insights and drive consensus
o Adaptability and Flexibility: Capacity to adapt to changing priorities and environments, and to pivot strategies as needed to meet project goals
o Innovation and Creativity: Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to address organizational challenges and improve processes
o Emotional Intelligence: Proficiency in recognizing and managing one's own emotions and those of others, fostering a positive and productive work environment
o Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with relevant tools and software used in organizational development and project management, such as data analysis tools, workflow management systems, and presentation software
o Interested and Affected Parties Management: Expertise in identifying, engaging, and managing relationships with interested and affected parties to ensure their support and involvement in the project

Niagara Health continues to be a Top Employer in the Hamilton Niagara region. This opportunity is best suited to a high performing professional who is highly innovative and looking to contribute in a meaningful way. The position is currently based at the Welland Hospital site, with regular inter-site travel required.

Questions, quoting the job posting number, may be directed to hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca

This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca

At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.

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