Your future workplace

Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness, deep disadvantage, and social exclusion. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best and whole selves to the work we do each day.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in a fun and friendly organisation with a big heart.

Your new role

This is an exciting time in Sacred Heart Mission’s history, as we are now working within our bold new strategic plan, Strategy 2030: Serving more people and more communities.

As a part of Strategy 2030, Sacred Heart Mission is strengthening our culture, capability and workforce adaptability, and we are seeking a Head of Organisational Development to drive performance and culture transformation through organisation-wide frameworks and initiatives.

In this newly created role, you will lead the development and implementation of organisational development strategies and oversee a team that includes Learning and Development and the Student Program.

Click here to download a copy of the position description.

Your day-to-day

• Leading the strategic development of organisational-wide strategies that drive workforce capability.
• Developing and implementing initiatives that build a culture of constructive leadership, psychological safety and continuous learning.
• Establishing SHM’s learning strategy, partnering internally and externally to deliver high-impact programs and coaching.
• Continually mentoring and supporting team members to build a high-performing team.
• Work collaboratively with the broader People and Culture Team, including DEI, Health Safety & Wellbeing, Volunteering and People Experience to deliver inclusive, forward-thinking initiatives.

We're looking for someone with

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (Organisational Development, HR, Psychology) or relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in organisational development and the creation of innovative practices.
• A deep understanding of how to build upon leadership capability, develop workforce culture and deliver meaningful learning programs.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a demonstrated ability in maintaining and supporting high-performing teams.
• Ability to embed lived experience and participant voice into organisational design and practice.

You can look forward to

• A full-time role, with flexible working arrangements available (including working from home days).
• Salary range of $135,000 - $150,000 + superannuation (dependent on experience & qualifications).
• Professional and career development opportunities, including participation in organisation-wide initiatives like the Rainbow Collective and Culture Champions.
• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 p.a pre-tax.
• Generous leave entitlements, 17% annual leave loading, gifted leave over holiday period, wellbeing leave & more.
• A supportive work environment including: 1 on 1 regular line supervision, Psychological First Aid and EAP available.
• Access to the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme.
• End your day knowing you are working to support people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage.

Come and work with us

To join our team, simply scroll down and enter your details below with attached resume and cover letter.

For more information about the role, contact Natalie Capp, Director People and Culture on 0415 345 007.

Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday 7th of July 2025*

*Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening or evidence of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined in the position description.