About us
Geoscience Australia is Australia's pre-eminent public sector geoscience organisation. We are the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia. We apply science and technology to describe and understand the Earth for the benefit of Australia. We apply our diverse professional expertise, our deep and trusted knowledge, our national-scale Earth observation infrastructure and our strong partnerships, to the opportunities and challenges that face our nation.
What we can offer you
When you work at Geoscience Australia you will have access to a range of benefits and the opportunity to experience a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging. To learn more about our competitive salary, free onsite parking, generous flexible working arrangements and the role you can play in growing our culture click here .
Our team
Geoscience Australia is undertaking an Organisational Transformation Program (the Program) to design and implement operating model changes to ensure that the organisation remains fit for purpose into the future. The Program will undertake organisational design and incorporate recommendations from recent internally initiated reviews and audits. The Program will align activities into cohesive, achievable workstreams that will allow us to deliver effective long-term change. The Program will uplift key areas to improve our performance, resilience and impact and ensure that the organisation can continue to successfully deliver into the future.
The role
The Change Manager provides critical GA-wide analysis, expertise and advice on change management and stakeholder engagement for the Organisational Transformation Program. This is a specialist role that provides change leadership and influences organisational culture and behaviour to ensure that the program outcomes are achieved and sustained.
The Change Manager develops and implements a comprehensive change management and communication strategy and plan for the program, aligned with the program objectives and the Geoscience Australia Strategic Plan 2028. They work collaboratively with program workstream leads, project managers, business owners, and other key stakeholders to identify and manage change impacts, risks and issues, and to design and deliver effective change interventions and activities, including coaching individuals and teams to engage with, adopt and apply change. They also monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the change management and communication initiatives and report on the progress and outcomes of the change management plan.
The Change Manager leads and fosters a culture of change readiness and resilience, by leading staff and stakeholders to participate in and contribute to the program, and by creating and supporting a collaborative and learning environment for change adaptation and innovation.
As a member of the leadership team of the Transformation Program Office, this role also contributes to the broader direction and governance of the program.
In this role you will:
* Work collaboratively across the organisation to develop and maintain an understanding of Geoscience Australia’s key business priorities and processes, as well as the current and desired organisational culture and behaviour, in order to inform and forecast change needs and opportunities.
* Develop and communicate a clear and compelling change management and communication strategy and plan for the program, aligned with the program objectives and the Geoscience Australia Strategic Plan 2028.
* Establish and oversee a robust and agile change management and communication framework and associated change management principles, tools and methodologies, to ensure that change impacts, risks and issues are identified and managed effectively, and that change interventions and activities are aligned with the program strategy, objectives, and values.
* Lead and foster a culture of change readiness and resilience, by empowering and leading staff and stakeholders to participate in and contribute to the program, and by creating and supporting a collaborative and learning environment for change adaptation and innovation.
* Build and develop the change management and communication capabilities and skills for the program, by providing coaching, mentoring, training and support to program workstream leads, project managers, business owners, and other key stakeholders.
* Maintain awareness of emerging change management and communication trends and best practices of relevance to Geoscience Australia, including building and sustaining strategic relationships with key vendors, partners and stakeholders to leverage change management and communication resources and expertise.
* Work collaboratively with program workstream leads, project managers, business owners, and other key stakeholders to design and deliver effective change interventions and activities, such as stakeholder analysis and engagement, impact assessment and mitigation, communication and engagement, training and education, and benefits realisation and evaluation.
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the change management and communication initiatives and report on the progress and outcomes of the change management plan, using appropriate metrics and measures.
* Work collaboratively with the Program Director and the leadership team of the Transformation Program Office to contribute to the broader direction and governance of the program.
* Lead and exemplify a healthy and safe working environment, modelling and promoting ethical behaviour and practices consistent with the APS Code of Conduct.
To be successful in the role you will:
* Be outcomes focused, enjoy leading change, work collaboratively with colleagues, build great culture, continuously learn and be part of a fun work environment.
* Have broad change management and communication knowledge and a passion for applying change management and communication to deliver value for Geoscience Australia and its stakeholders.
* Understand and be able to apply Australian Government change management and communication policies and frameworks, as well as adapting relevant best practices from other industries.
* Be able to communicate complex change management and communication concepts to a range of stakeholders with varying backgrounds, including senior executive.
* Apply your specialist expertise in developing, maintaining and guiding delivery of change management and the communication strategy and plan.
* Maintain an awareness of emerging change management and communication trends and identify opportunities for Geoscience Australia.
* Demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills including the ability to build productive professional networks, establish a clear and compelling vision, work collaboratively to deliver outcomes and to influence for success.
Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in organisational change using best-practice methodologies and frameworks.
* Change management qualifications highly desirable.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
Are you unsure about applying?
Did you know that a Hewlett Packard internal report found that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60 per cent of the job requirements? Women and other people from diverse backgrounds tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on what we are looking for, please still apply or get in touch with the contact officer to learn more about the role.
To Apply
Please visit the careers page of our website to submit your application via our e-Recruit system. Your application should include:
* Your resume (no more than 3 pages)
* A brief statement (no more than 700 words) outlining your transferable skills, experience and capabilities related to the role and the value you would bring to Geoscience Australia.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Clive Rossiter on (02) 6126 8734 or email
To learn more about applying for roles within the Australian Public Services please review, ‘ Applying for an APS job: cracking the code ’.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this position you must meet the below eligibility criteria.
* Be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application.
* The successful applicant must be able to obtain, hold and maintain a security clearance of an appropriate level relevant to this role.
* Commencement of employment is subject to the successful applicant undergoing and satisfying pre- employment screening, which includes a police history check.
Recruitability
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information please visit the Australian Public Service Commission website .
Hearing or speech impaired applicants are invited to use the National Relay Service by contacting 133 677, and requesting to be connected with our Recruitment team on 02 6249 9777 in order to obtain selection documentation.
Technical Assistance
If you require technical assistance, call Human Resources on (02) 6249 9777 or email
A merit list/pool may be created from this process. If you are successful for the merit pool, your details may be shared with other Australian Public Service agencies unless you choose not to have your details disclosed.
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