Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Enterprise Performance Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UOM 9 – $143,185 – $148,972 p.a. plus 17% super

• Drive university-wide transformation / Influence senior leadership / Shape organisational culture

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You are an experienced change management professional with a strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead complex initiatives in a large, diverse organisation.

You will also:

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification with at least 3 years of change management experience.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of change management methodologies and best practices.
• Show experience in providing strategic advice and support to senior executives.
• Possess strong skills in developing communication strategies across various channels.
• Exhibit the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Have experience managing multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in change practices.
• Show adaptability and creativity in applying change management approaches.
• Have experience in higher education or similarly complex organisations (desirable).
• Possess excellent analytical skills for impact assessments and data-driven decision-making.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

COVER LETTER OUTLINING YOUR INTEREST AND EXPERIENCE

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the .
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address .
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the .
: Change and Communications Lead PD.pd

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Change and Communications Lead at the University of Melbourne, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and executing transformative initiatives that have institution-wide impact and reach . You’ll develop comprehensive change strategies, manage stakeholder engagement, and drive the adoption of new ways of working. This role offers you the opportunity to influence university-wide practices, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to the institution’s strategic goals through effective change management and communication.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategy Development: Create and implement comprehensive change management strategies aligned with university objectives .
• Discipline leadership: Guide and advise project team members on change management issues, risks and opportunities, coaching them to understand where the change lens has real impact.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage and influence diverse stakeholders, ensuring buy-in and addressing concerns throughout change processes.
• Communication Leadership: Develop and execute communication plans to keep the university community informed and engaged.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop change management professionals, providing guidance and oversight to direct reports.
• Impact Assessment: Conduct thorough analyses of change impacts on processes, systems, and people, developing mitigation strategies.