Organisational Development Coordinator - Location Negotiable within the MNCLHD

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ652180
Advertising Closes: 28th April 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

About the role

The Organisation Development Coordinator plays a pivotal role in strengthening leadership capability and organisational effectiveness across MNCLHD, fostering a culture that is responsive to the needs of patients, carers, and the wider community. This role leads and project manages strategic organisational development initiatives aligned with the NSW Health Future Health Strategy, Workforce Plan, and internal people and performance priorities.  With accountability for resource allocation and achieving defined outcomes, the coordinator ensures the efficient, timely, and cost-effective delivery of programs and services. They apply creative and innovative approaches to improve productivity, while leveraging strong negotiation, delegation, and stakeholder engagement skills to drive results.

The role contributes to the development and evaluation of policies, procedures, and standards, and supports the design of strategic and business objectives, including the establishment of meaningful performance measures. Using established project and change management methodologies, the coordinator delivers a diverse portfolio of organisational development initiatives, including leadership development, capability building, facilitation, and change coaching across teams and services.  Grounded in contemporary best practice, the Coordinator researches, designs, implements, and evaluates programs that build organisational, team, and leadership capability, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and organisational goals. Central to the role is a strong commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and innovation, actively contributing to a culture that prioritises excellence in care and continuous improvement in health outcomes.

This is a permanent Full-Time role based within the Mid North Coast Local Health District with offices based in Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie.

About You

You bring a strong foundation of relevant tertiary qualifications, complemented by extensive practical experience in organisational development, leadership capability, and culture change with a background that reflects a balanced combination of formal study and hands on delivery, enabling you to translate theory into meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Demonstrated high level of leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to consult, negotiate, and build effective relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders. Confidence in engaging with individuals at all levels, including senior executives, clinicians, and managers, and have a strong track record of building rapport, trust, and collaborative partnerships within complex environments.

Highly organised and outcomes-focused, you will need to excel at managing competing priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and delivering results within allocated resources and equally effective working independently or as part of a high-performing team, with the ability to motivate, coordinate, and support others to achieve shared goals.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category B positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.