Virtual Organizational Development Manager
Description
Virtual Organizational Development Manager
Introduction to the Role
Do you believe people thrive where empathy meets innovation? As a Virtual Organizational Development Manager, you will guide the evolution of team dynamics within a remote-first, inclusive organization. This is your opportunity to design strategies that strengthen connection, reinforce equity, and foster ongoing career growth. You'll collaborate with leaders across departments to develop adaptable frameworks and programs that empower a globally distributed team.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Organizational Planning
- Evaluate current organizational systems and recommend enhancements tailored for distributed operations.
- Collaborate with executive teams to align structure with engagement and performance goals.
- Design leadership pathways and mentor programs that align with the company's vision and reflect the realities of virtual teams.
Culture and Inclusion Advancement
- Launch initiatives that cultivate a welcoming, values-based culture.
- Leverage employee feedback tools to elevate belonging and responsiveness.
- Embed fairness and access into every aspect of the employee lifecycle.
Change Management and Communication
- Implement virtual-first change strategies rooted in transparency and psychological safety.
- Act as a cultural ambassador to translate organizational vision into day-to-day employee experiences.
- Use accessible and engaging storytelling formats to build clarity and motivation across teams.
Learning and Development Leadership
- Build adaptable learning ecosystems focused on digital skill development and emotional intelligence.
- Curate engaging learning content and experiences for all career stages.
- Monitor participation, adjust program strategy, and celebrate growth milestones.
Work Environment and Culture
This is a fully remote role designed to support your creativity and balance while staying connected to an expansive and inclusive global team. We center humanity, dialogue, and innovation in all we do. You’ll contribute to a team where people express their identities freely and champion shared values. You'll find:
- Virtual gatherings to share wins and build collective spirit
- Flexible routines built around well-being and mutual respect
- Affinity groups and digital forums are designed to amplify diverse voices
Tools and Technology
To support your mission, you'll have access to thoughtful, collaborative tools:
- Knowledge management and planning tools (e.g., Notion, ClickUp) to support coordination
- Communication tools (e.g., Loom, Gather, Microsoft Teams) to foster trust and visibility
- HR tech for real-time data on impact, sentiment, and growth equity
Qualifications and Skills
Essential Requirements
- At least 7 years of experience in organizational development, talent strategy, or virtual team facilitation
- Demonstrated success designing equity-based programs and cross-cultural initiatives
- Strong interpersonal awareness, capable of handling ambiguity, and supporting diverse needs
- Familiarity with remote-first education and engagement tools
- Experience leading strategic transformation across distributed settings
Preferred Experience
- Educational background in psychology, human development, or similar fields
- Insight into remote organizational design and motivation theory
- Professional certifications in DEI, coaching, or organizational change frameworks
Equal Opportunity Commitment
We believe our teams thrive when they reflect the world around us. We are an inclusive employer committed to providing equal opportunities and encouraging applicants of every background, identity, and life experience. We are committed to fair hiring and advancement practices, ensuring that all individuals have equal opportunities to succeed without barriers. We support your growth—whoever you are and wherever you’re from.
Compensation and Benefits
This role offers an annual salary of $146,205, along with benefits that support you holistically:
- Inclusive healthcare plans covering physical and mental wellness
- Remote-first schedules with paid flexibility and recharge time
- Education stipends for self-directed or structured learning
- Company-wide retreats are designed for purpose and connection
Career Growth and Impact
In this role, you'll play a central part in shaping a vibrant and sustainable culture for a distributed workforce. Your work will elevate people practices, inspire emerging leaders, and open doors for underrepresented voices. You’ll be part of an organization that believes in long-term vision, constant curiosity, and co-creating the future of work.
Ready to Lead the Change?
If you're someone who leads with purpose and believes in building human-centered systems that truly reflect equity and inclusion, this is your place. Join us to guide culture, expand possibility, and shape what’s next.
Apply now and help create a workplace where everyone is valued and every voice is heard.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
1. What does a typical day look like for a Virtual Organizational Development Manager?
Each day brings something new. You might start by checking the latest pulse survey results, then meet with a project team to rethink a workflow or address a challenge that popped up overnight. Some mornings are devoted to sketching out new learning content or updating a leadership program for managers in different countries. Throughout the day, you’re fielding feedback, running strategy sessions, or helping colleagues shape initiatives that keep the culture strong and people growing. No matter where you start, you end the day knowing you moved the needle on connection, equity, or learning.
2. What’s the most meaningful challenge in this role?
One of the toughest parts is building genuine connections and a sense of fairness in a team that spans multiple time zones and diverse backgrounds. Every new initiative needs to make sense for someone in Bangalore and someone in Berlin. The reward? Watching a culture of trust take hold, seeing new leaders step up, and hearing that employees truly feel they belong, no matter where they’re working from.
3. How do you drive culture, inclusion, and learning in a fully remote company?
You turn ideas into action. That means partnering with leaders to design pathways for growth, launching programs that celebrate what makes every team member unique, and continually seeking ways to break down barriers. Whether you’re introducing a mentorship group or running a virtual town hall, your work is about giving people a voice and making growth accessible to everyone.
4. What kinds of tools and technology do you use?
Your toolkit is diverse: Notion or ClickUp for organizing projects, Loom or Teams for building trust through quick videos, and HR platforms for tracking impact and equity. You’ll utilize survey tools to gather honest feedback and digital forums to bring together voices from all corners of the organization. The goal? Keep learning and improvement front and center, wherever your team logs in from.
5. What’s it like working with so many people in so many places?
It’s dynamic, often unpredictable, and always interesting. Some days, you’re co-designing a new process with peers across three continents. Other days, you’re listening to employee stories in an open forum or jumping in to coach a team facing change. The joy is in turning distance into connection—helping people feel included, heard, and inspired to do their best work, even when no two days look the same.
