Organizational Development Specialist-

Company: CGL

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (6 months)

Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Language: English is required, French is an asset.

Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity

We are a leading Canadian financial services cooperative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our national Human Resources team aspires to enable a culture where our company and its employees excel. We think innovatively and strategically to solve business problems and strive for operational efficiency and simplicity in the employee experience with HR. We take a proactive approach to preparing for the future by creating agile and flexible programs to remain competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.

As the OD&P Specialist, you will support the review, research, development, implementation, communication, administration, and continuous improvement of Organizational Development & Performance programs, processes, resources, and tools. You will work closely with OD&P Partners and Lead role, HR Partnering teams, HRMT, and other stakeholders to help translate people strategies into practical, accessible, and well-supported programs that strengthen performance, talent, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness.

Technologies You Have Experience With

• Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Forms and SharePoint)
• SharePoint content management and intranet administration
• UKG PRO is an asset
• Employee Listening platforms (e.g., Viva Glint) is a nice to have
• Achievers is a nice to have

How You Will Create Impact

• Support the design, development, coordination, implementation, and maintenance of OD&P programs, tools, processes, and resources that respond to identified business and employee needs.
• Conduct research, gather requirements, complete gap analysis, source products, and prepare recommendations to support new or enhanced OD&P tools, assessments, processes, and program improvements.
• Coordinate and support enterprise OD&P programs and processes including employee listening strategy, Elevate/performance management, succession and talent planning, strategic workforce planning, team dynamic assessments, recognition, executive onboarding, mentorship and related organizational development initiatives.
• Lead and/or co-lead workshops such as Advisory Sessions, information sessions with the HR Partnering team, and stakeholder meetings related to OD&P offerings, including preparing materials, supporting facilitation, and following through on actions.
• Manage OD&P content, communications, and resources across internal channels including SharePoint, Leader Portal, Source, Co-op Learn and related platforms to ensure materials are current, accessible, well-branded, and easy to use.
• Provide guidance and support to HR Partnering teams, leaders, and stakeholders on OD&P tools, resources, processes, procedures, guidelines, and program interpretation, including technology-enabled processes.
• Prepare reports, presentations, communications, and preliminary insights from program data, survey results, and stakeholder feedback to help identify themes, opportunities, risks, and recommendations.
• Support any cross over responsibilities shared from Talent Development Specialists or Wellbeing Specialist as required.

To Join Our Team

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, Communications, Organizational Development, Adult Education, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Three or more years of experience in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Employee Experience, Learning and Development, Workforce Planning, or a related area.
• CHRP designation, or progress toward a professional HR designation, is considered an asset.
• Experience coordinating or supporting HR programs, projects, processes, workshops, communications, and stakeholder materials.
• Demonstrated research, analytical, problem-solving, recommendation-writing, and presentation skills.
• Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, content management tools, survey/reporting tools, and data analysis or presentation tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with employee listening, performance