Margaret Devlin

Experience

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  Centre for Organisation Development Pty Ltd

  Nov 1998 - now

  For more than 20 years, CfOD has worked closely with Local Government Authorities supporting Councils, executive teams, managers and their teams.In addition to our suite of organisation development, leadership, culture and team development services, we also offer support and facilitation for annual CEO Performance Reviews.Our approach is to work with the Council in the context of the Council Plan to:Work within the current system to facilitate the annual performance review process.Support the Council to develop and facilitate a process based on the CEO’s key performance indicators.Support the Council to develop CEO key performance indicators.CEO BenefitsObjective, constructive review of leadership performanceMinimal impact on CEO scheduleOpportunity to discuss development and career opportunities.Council BenefitsProfessional, inclusive process, adapted to Council priorities and styleEndorsement of CEO performance priorities in compliance with the ActOptimise CEO Council relationship based on clear expectations and constructive feedback. Show less We also offer facilitated post-election Councillor Induction workshops designed to integrate with legal service provider governance sessions.Our approach is to work with the Council in the context of the Local Government Act 2020, Local Law and the current Council priorities to facilitate induction workshops for the newly elected Council. Outcomes of these workshops can include:▪ Deepening the understanding of individual and collective roles and responsibilities of Councillors in the context of the organisation.▪ Working inter-dependently with the professional staff by understanding and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. ▪ Developing communication and relationship protocols to strengthen collective leadership and good governance practice.▪ Articulating individual aspirations and interests, priorities and legacies of Councillors for their term of office to establish opportunities and strengths.▪ Building confidence in using the local law for meeting procedures to ensure compliance and full participation in decision making.▪ Building a foundation of success and a sense of team based on mutual trust, respect and co-operation.▪ Ensuring success and professional practice by identifying development and individual support needs.Our process ensures that planning and design of this workshop is co-created with the client to ensure full integration of the local law and cultural alignment to the organisation’s values and behaviours.We will work with other professionals, such as legal providers in an integrated and seamless induction program. Show less Centre for Organisation Development provides end to end organisation development solutions. Our mission is to provide an organisation development resource that facilitates authentic leadership, generative change and healthy, productive workplace cultures. in other words, we take care of the human side enterprise.As organisation development professionals, we believe in a world where organisations and communities are productive, healthy and sustainable, where leadership is authentic and individuals are engaged to perform at their best.CfOD has developed an enviable reputation for excellence in our field. Our professional practice is values based, we value:Leadership – that is adaptive and authentic, that excites people to exceptional performanceEngagement – enabling full participation and willing contribution of discretionary effortRespect and Inclusion – of people, ideas, perspectives and culturesCollaboration – work collaboratively with our clients, and encourage collaboration, mutual trust and respect in individuals and groupsAuthenticity – we strive for authenticity and congruence, and encourage these qualities in those with whom we workSelf-awareness – knowledge of ourselves and our impact on the system. We are committed to ongoing personal and professional development, and lifelong learningWe deliver tailored solutions to fit your specific situation, our services include- Executive Coaching and Mentoring- Council CEO Performance Reviews- Councillor Induction Programs- Online workshops and webinars- Leadership Development- Team Strengthening- Learning and Development SolutionsSound interesting? Click the link below to find out more. Show less

  • CEO Performance Reviews

    Oct 2018 - now

  • New Council Induction

    Jan 2005 - now

  • Managing Partner, Lead Facilitator and Executive Coach

    Nov 1998 - now