Senior Change And Communications Manager

Job no: 0053915
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Enterprise Technology
Salary: UOM 10 - $143,913 p.a. plus 17% super

• Design, develop, and execute change initiatives for Technology projects in a challenging and diverse project domain, providing leadership and expertise in change management
• Opportunity to lead a team of Change & Communications professionals, ensuring project success and operational excellence within the Enterprise Services Domain
• Brilliant benefits, a great team and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role
The Senior Change and Communications Manager leads change initiatives and change sizing  within the domain, managing a team. You will provide expertise in strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and Communications to ensure project success. Collaborating with stakeholders across the University, you will drive impactful change. Be a part of driving change across the Enterprise Services Domain!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead a team of Change & Comms Managers, overseeing recruitment, development, and performance
• Develop and implement Change Management Strategy to drive positive change adoption
• Ensure quality assurance over change management activities and deliverables
• Engage stakeholders, deliver change management support, and develop effective communication plans

Who we are looking for
You will have the ability to build and maintain productive relationships both internally and externally, including consensus-building and negotiation across diverse audiences. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in various communication channels, exceptional problem-solving and negotiation abilities, and the capacity to work proactively and independently or as part of a team to achieve portfolio and university goals.

You will also have:

• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline with significant experience in a project Change Management environment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Extensive experience in assessing Change Readiness and evaluating the implementation of Change initiatives
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the leadership and management of change management resources, including coaching, mentoring, and professional development

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Business Services
Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University.

What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!

The University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at **********@unimelb.edu.au, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alex Spezza via email at **********@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.

Applications close: 28 March 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)

Position Description: 0053915 - Senior Change and Communications Manager - PD.pdf