Organizational Development Consultant

Join to apply for the Organizational Development Consultant role at Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) We’re here to help. When an injury or illness happens on the job, we move quickly to provide wage-loss benefits, medical coverage and support to help people get back to work. Funded by businesses, we also provide no-fault collective liability insurance and access to industry-specific health and safety information. We are one of the largest insurance organizations in North America covering over five million people in more than 300,000 workplaces across Ontario. For more information, visit wsib.ca. At the WSIB, you’ll have the opportunity to Explore many career paths and follow your passion Continuously learn and grow professionally Be recognized for the great work you do Participate in programs that support your health and wellbeing You’ll also receive a competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefit package and defined benefit pension plan. Salary Grade N08 – From $100,101.59 to $125,127.00 Job Summary The Organizational Development Consultant plays a pivotal role in shaping an exceptional employee experience to support a dynamic and inclusive culture at WSIB. The role leads the design, development and execution of enterprise-wide programs and initiatives, including performance management, competencies and corporate values, talent management and succession planning, that enable employees and leaders to thrive. By aligning organizational development solutions with WSIB’s Corporate Strategy, People Strategy and values, the Consultant creates integrated, innovative and scalable approaches that strengthen the organization’s culture and capability. The Consultant leverages deep expertise in talent and succession planning and performance management, while also bringing exceptional capability in project management, change management and stakeholder engagement to drive the successful delivery of high-impact initiatives. As a trusted and collaborative advisor, the Consultant provides expert and strategic guidance to the Executive Committee, Senior Management, and HR leaders, delivering compelling insights and presentations to drive understanding, buy-in and adoption of innovative organizational development practices. Through this work, the Consultant helps ensure WSIB remains a forward-looking, agile organization where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. Major Responsibilities Lead the research, design, development and implementation of organizational development initiatives and solutions. Proactively assess and diagnose organizational needs relative to the strategic needs of the business. Key initiatives may include modernizing performance management, building a robust talent and succession planning approach, driving greater accountability and traction for development planning, enhancing the WSIB competency framework, and leading recognition initiatives such as the WSIB annual awards process and service milestone program. Apply a systems thinking approach to problem solving when developing a solution or recommendation. Align organizational development solutions to WSIB’s Corporate Strategy, People strategy, organizational values and competencies to ensure deliverables bring value now and into the future. Use evidence, research of best practice approaches, and analytical insights to forecast trends and provide advice and recommendations on organizational development programs and solutions. Provide expert advice, consultation and stakeholder engagement to the Executive Committee and other Senior Management (including HR) on various organizational development programs and initiatives to achieve business objectives. Design and implementation of programs and solutions that represent best practices in the industry contextualized to fit WSIB’s unique needs. Demonstrate strong business acumen and significant SME knowledge to link employee experience and culture strategies to business objectives. Act as a SME in providing advice on how to maximize organizational effectiveness by applying solutions and presenting those solutions to Executives. Facilitate sessions with key stakeholders such as HR Business Partners and working groups to gather feedback, brainstorm solutions and provide information to educate and support their knowledge of various programs and initiatives. Maintain a strong pulse on industry best practices, including thought leadership and research to bring innovative and industry-leading ideas and recommendations forward. Develop and maintain strong relationships and lines of communication with various stakeholders including HR business partners, Communications, Learning teams and the Systems & Analytics team. Lead cross‑functional project teams to design and implement enterprise‑wide organizational effectiveness initiatives to enhance the employee experience and organizational culture of the WSIB. Key initiatives may include a performance management program, a high‑potential program in partnership with the Enterprise Learning Services team, and workshops with leaders to increase awareness and development of high‑potential talent. Project‑manage all aspects of the design, development, implementation and measurement of programs and solutions using highly collaborative approaches and excellent stakeholder management, partnering with Communications to ensure clear, concise and effective communication tactics across programs and within the portfolio. Implement continuous improvements to enhance the effectiveness of the program(s) and/or solution(s) within the portfolio. Demonstrate strong stakeholder relationships by providing regular updates, seeking feedback and implementing change‑management best practices to enhance effectiveness and impact. Consistently develop and maintain effective knowledge‑management resources so that program knowledge can be easily shared. Lead the complete procurement and vendor management process for assigned vendors. Collaborate with external vendors on WSIB projects and programs, where applicable. Own and manage vendor relationships, bridging any gaps between external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure a positive relationship. Job Requirements Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., HR Management, Applied behavioural sciences, industrial organisational psychology) or equivalent combination of education and experience. CHRL, CHRP or equivalent. Preferred Level Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., HR Management, Applied behavioural sciences, industrial organisational psychology) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Change Management certificate and/or designation. Project Management certificate and/or designation. Additional expertise in another area of Human Resources, a Master’s Certificate in consulting and/or coaching. Experience 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in organisational development or talent management roles, including: Performance Management Competency frameworks and assessment Potential assessment and high potential programs Succession planning Strong project management, change management, and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to communicate complex ideas in a persuasive and compelling manner both verbally and in writing to all levels of leaders, employees and vendors. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion We respect and value the diversity of our people. We strive to create an environment where employees can be themselves and where our differences are celebrated. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating inclusive experiences for both our employees and prospective employees. We invite all interested individuals to apply. If you require accommodations in order to apply to this position please contact talentacquisitioncentre@wsib.on.ca. If you are invited to participate in the interview or assessment process, you can advise our Recruiter of your accommodation needs at that time. Please visit our EDI Vision to learn more about what actions WSIB are taking to advance our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and to support all employees participating and contributing to their full potential. Conflicts of Interest As public servants, employees at the WSIB have a responsibility to act in an ethical way at all times to create a respectful workplace and maintain public trust. Job applicants are required to disclose any circumstance that could result in a real, potential or perceived conflict of interest. A conflict of interest is any situation where your private interests may impair or be perceived to impair the decisions you make in your official capacity. This may include political activity, directorship, other outside employment and certain personal relationships (e.g., with current WSIB employees, customers and/or stakeholders). If you have any questions about conflict of interest obligations and/or how to make a disclosure, please contact the Talent Acquisition Centre at talentacquisitioncentre@wsib.on.ca. Privacy Information We collect personal information from your resume, application, cover letter and references under the authority of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. The Talent Acquisition Centre and WSIB hiring parties will use this information to assess/validate your qualifications, determine if you meet the requirements of vacant positions and/or gather information relevant for recruitment purposes. If you have questions or concerns regarding the collection and use of your personal information, please contact the WSIB’s Privacy Office at privacy_office@wsib.on.ca. The Privacy Office cannot provide information about the status of your application. As a precondition of employment, the WSIB requires that prospective candidates undergo a criminal records name check any time before or after they are hired. Application Information To apply for this position, please submit your application by the closing date. This role requires the successful applicant to commit to an in‑office work arrangement up to 5 days a week beginning in 2026. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources Industries Public Safety, Government Administration, and Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr