Drive cultural and behavioural change across a complex academic and professional services environment.
We are seeking an experienced Change Lead with a strong background in higher education to support a major cultural and behavioural transformation program at one of Australia's leading universities. This initiative is designed to embed new ways of working, strengthen organisational values, and create a more inclusive, collaborative, and future-ready institution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of change strategies to support cultural and behavioural transformation across the university.
- Partner with senior leaders and professional staff to drive awareness, buy-in, and sustained adoption of new behaviours.
- Conduct stakeholder engagement, impact assessments, and readiness planning across faculties and business units.
- Develop and implement targeted communication, engagement, and capability uplift initiatives aligned with institutional values and program outcomes.
- Monitor change effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements to support long-term cultural change.
About You:
- Proven experience as a Change Lead or Senior Change Manager on complex people and culture initiatives.
- Demonstrated success leading change within a higher education setting - strong understanding of academic environments, governance, and operating models.
- Expertise in organisational culture, behaviour change, and stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Ability to influence, challenge, and coach senior leaders.
- Relevant qualifications in change management (e.g., PROSCI, IAP2) or organisational psychology highly desirable.
What's in it for you?
- Contract until Feb 2026 with the view to extend (program will go on for 3 more years).
- Up to $1200 per day + super.
- Work for a leading university and contribute to a high profile and strategic business transformation.
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