Strategic Change Advisor at City of Casey

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

129007.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Impact Assessments, Communications Planning, Training Strategy, Adoption Planning, Business Transformation, Cultural Transformation, Interpersonal Skills, Influencing Skills, Coaching and Mentoring, Capability Development, Risk Identification, Strategic Alignment, Collaboration, Project Management

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

* Supportive, innovative team * Narre Warren, Hybrid & Flexible Working * Limited Tenure, Full Time * $ 115,289 - $ 129,007 + Super (Band 7), RDO monthly with full-time 40-hour weeks Why Choose City of Casey The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home. Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place. Why You’ll Love Working with Us At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. * True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first. * Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology. * Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees * THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. * 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it. * Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments. * Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career. * Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place. * Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan. * Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking. * Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud. * Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave * And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey [https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey] About the Role Deliver effective, enterprise-wide change management across Council in this pivotal role, supporting transformational programs that align with strategic objectives and drive meaningful organisational change. The role spans technology, people, and process change programs, ensuring change is embraced and benefits are realised. You will lead change initiatives including impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies. This position is ideal for an experienced change professional with outstanding interpersonal skills who thrives in complex, collaborative environments, demonstrates strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, and has a proven ability to lead cultural and business transformation initiatives. What You’ll deliver * Lead the delivery of enterprise-wide and transformational change initiatives, including change impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption planning. * Partner with business leaders, project teams, and subject matter experts to ensure alignment, business readiness, and successful implementation of change programs across Council. * Drive stakeholder engagement and communication strategies to build awareness, understanding, and commitment to change across all levels of the organisation. * Provide expert change management advice to project and business leaders, identifying risks and ensuring that change initiatives meet strategic objectives and deliver expected benefits. * Support and build internal change capability, coaching and mentoring others in change practices and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability. What You’ll Bring * An appropriate Change Management certification e.g. PCI, APMG, Agile Change Leadership, Prosci or demonstrated equivalent competency. * Experience delivering end-to-end change management across large-scale organisational, cultural, and technology transformation projects. * Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for crafting clear, compelling messages and facilitating collaboration. * Experience applying change management principles, methodologies and tools for multiple projects, including change impact assessments, engagement, communication and training plans. * Demonstrated ability to lead and drive change initiatives and activities across technology, people and processes which are aligned to organisational strategy, goals and plans. * Proven ability to design and implement capability development programs and interventions and coach and develop others. * Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong relationships, build partnerships and influence at all levels of the organisation to achieve optimal project outcomes and aligned goals. * Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check Please ensure that you are eligible to apply for this position in line with the Workforce Management Policy for internal movements. How to Apply If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume. No need to address selection criteria. For enquiries, contact Katie Fitzgerald, Transformation Program Change and Delivery Lead, kfitzgerald@casey.vic.gov.au or +61397927264 Applications close at 11:55pm on Monday 13 July 2026. Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds. We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments. For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au [Talent@casey.vic.gov.au]. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position. For more information about the City of Casey and to stay updated, follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/city-of-casey/].

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-wide change management initiatives across technology, people, and processes to align with strategic objectives. This includes conducting impact assessments, managing stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption strategies to ensure benefits are realized.