Business Change Manager - Research Value Stream

Title: Business Change Manager Research Value Stream 
Division: Information Technology Services
Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Administration)
Term: Full time, Fixed term up to three (3) years
Salary package: Competitive remuneration package plus 17% superannuation 
Location: Acton, Canberra ACT (opportunity for flexible working arrangements)
Closing Date: 4 February 2024

 

• Make a difference to the national mission of our world-leading University, its students and staff.
• Enjoy workplace flexibility and be part of a supportive team. 
• Use your change management and communications skills and experience to contribute to the delivery of a high-profile program. 

 

About the Role
As a Business Change Manager, you will work alongside senior leaders and business representatives within the University and project teams, to plan and manage change and communications activities, that gain commitment of staff and other stakeholders to embrace, adopt and effectively use digital solutions and changed ways of working. 

Research Value Stream: The Research Value stream is a strategic partner delivering a range of improvements to researcher and higher degree research candidates at the ANU. Through the Digital Master Plan, we are maximising outcomes for the whole ANU research community. The Change and Communication role works with our delivery teams to work with our stakeholders, create and implement communication and change plans, and help ensure successful outcomes before, during and after the change. 

Key Duties:

• Develop, implement, and oversee effective business change management and communication strategies for successful project delivery.
• Lead change management aspects of projects, engaging stakeholders to understand and mitigate the impact of change on business operations.
• Provide implementation advice, deliver training, and customize materials for affected business areas and ANU Colleges.
• Generate regular reports on change management plan delivery for stakeholders.
• Conduct stakeholder and data analysis to proactively address issues and minimize adverse impacts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Business Change Management at the University, recommending improvements to systems and frameworks.
• Support post-implementation activities and adhere to ANU policies, including those related to work health and safety and equal opportunity.
• Undertake additional duties as requested, aligning with the position's classification and the principle of multi-skilling and professional development.

 

About You
We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes:

• Possess postgraduate qualifications and practical experience in business change within a large organisation or equivalent education and training in a business change management environment.
• Provide strategic advice on complex change matters to senior management and stakeholders to enhance organisational outcomes.
• Have proven project and change management expertise, including planning, coordination, and implementation using diverse methodologies as needed.
• Exhibit initiative, strategic thinking, creativity, and effective problem-solving skills, with experience in analysing complex data and preparing business change management plans.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead, motivate, mentor, coach, collaborate, consult, and negotiate with senior stakeholders.

 

About Us
ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally.
ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.

About ITS: Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable the Australian National University to achieve its strategic goals: a student experience equal to the world’s best, and research that transforms society and creates national capability. ITS has responsibility for the University’s digital ecosystem and is leading the delivery of the Digital Master Plan, a 10-year strategic roadmap for the transformation of the University’s digital capability.  

Digital Transformation:  We have released our ANU 2025 Strategy, and our Digital Master Plan, which will see ANU embark on the biggest digital transformation in our history.  A transformation that matches our national and global mission. Our digital future will transform the experience of ANU for our students, researchers, academics, professional staff and the wider community and we are seeking great people to be a part of this history making journey.  Click here to learn more.   

 

Our Campus 
The University's Acton campus is in the heart of Canberra. From here it's an easy walk, bike ride or drive to some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. You'll find all the conveniences of a small suburb including cafes, bars, supermarkets, childcare centres, a newsagency, post office and even a medical centre right on campus! The Acton Campus is well renowned for its landscape setting, with over 10,000 trees and a commitment to maintenance of open space. It's 'park like' environment is a feature that is internationally recognised.  

 

What we can offer you

Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits including​:

• ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases.
• We support flexible, hybrid working arrangements, with access to our beautiful, green campus and working remotely.
• We value your work life balance, with standard 7-hour work days, paid December shut-down period, purchase leave, cultural leave, part-time and job-sharing opportunities, compressed working weeks, and flexible times of work.
• We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility).
• We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.
• We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. We offer generous paid parental leave entitlements for up to 32 weeks.
• We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs.
• We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces.
• ANU offers salary sacrificing benefits including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more! 
• We offer affordable onsite parking from $34 / fortnight with salary sacrificing options.
• ANU has a supporting, challenging and motivating culture.
• We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all backgrounds and identities.
• We care about your wellbeing, with access to additional leave, the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options.

 

For further information about this position, please contact Jude Burger, Change Chapter Lead, Information Technology Services. E: [email protected]  

 

ANU is committed to workforce diversity, creating an inclusive workplace, and providing equal employment opportunities to people with diverse backgrounds and identities. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.   

Our Vision : Support the development of national unity and identity, improve our understanding of ourselves and our neighbours, provide our nation with research capacity amongst the best in the world, and education in areas vital for our future is our mission.   

Our Values : Excellence, Original Thinking, Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Diversity 

 

How to Apply:
To apply for this role please ensure that your submission includes the following documents:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages (for reference, see the position description & selection criteria).
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

 

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure . An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.