Change Implementation Officer

unimelb; Parkville; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites a high-impact HR Change and Communications professional to lead practical change programs across Employment Compliance, partnering with HR, faculties and portfolios to clarify workforce expectations and strengthen policy practice.

You will design engaging communications, training and web content, build trusted stakeholder relationships and contribute to briefs, reports and submissions on compliance issues to uplift staff capability.

Qualifications

• Hold tertiary qualifications in Change, Communications, HR, business or similar, and bring substantial related experience.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of Prosci , HR policies, procedures, legislation and enterprise agreements, ideally within higher education.
• Proven experience using SharePoint, Canva, MS365 Copilot and WorkDay .
• Offer proven experience designing and delivering complex change programs in large, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Apply strong problem-solving and critical thinking to translate complex issues into clear, practical guidance for staff.
• Excel at stakeholder engagement, building trust and finding common ground with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Thrive working both independently and collaboratively, contributing to strategic projects that uplift organisational capability.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver change programs and engagement activities that help staff understand and adopt new employment expectations.
• Develop clear communications, guidance materials and web content that support workforce compliance and behaviour change.
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across faculties, portfolios and HR to ensure relevant, accepted change initiatives.
• Support Instructional Designers and HR Policy team to maintain contemporary, accessible HR policy and work instruction frameworks.
• Research change management methodologies, employment and sector trends, gather data and contribute to briefings, reports and submissions on compliance related issues.

Skills

Change management

Communications

HR policies

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Change, Communications, HR, or business

Tools

SharePoint

Canva

MS365 Copilot

WorkDay

Job description

Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term

Department/School: Employment Compliance Directorate, Office of the Provost

Salary: UOM 7: $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super

High-impact HR Change and Communications role in Employment Compliance / partner across all faculties and portfolios / shape contemporary workforce practice

Join us to deliver engaging change programs and communications that support staff and strengthen employment compliance .

Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website .

Your next career opportunity

In this role, you will lead practical change programs that clarify workforce expectations across the University. You will collaborate with HR, faculties and portfolios to design engaging communications, training and policy support. You will grow your expertise in contemporary change practice within a high-impact Employment Compliance Directorate.

What you will deliver :

• Design and deliver change programs and engagement activities that help staff understand and adopt new employment expectations.


• D evelop clear communications, guidance materials and web content that support workforce compliance and behaviour change.


• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across faculties, portfolios and HR to ensure relevant, accepted change initiatives.


• Support Instructional Designers and HR Policy team to maintain contemporary, accessible HR policy and work instruction frameworks.


• Research change management methodologies, employment and sector trends, gather data and contribute to briefings, reports and submissions on compliance related issues.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold tertiary qualifications in Change, Communications, HR, business or similar, and bring substantial related experience.


• Demonstrate sound knowledge of Prosci , HR policies, procedures, legislation and enterprise agreements, ideally within higher education.


• Proven experience using SharePoint, Canva, MS365 Copilot and WorkDay .


• Offer proven experience designing and delivering complex change programs in large, multi-stakeholder environments.


• Apply strong problem-solving and critical thinking to translate complex issues into clear, practical guidance for staff.


• Excel at stakeholder engagement, building trust and finding common ground with people from diverse backgrounds.


• Thrive working both independently and collaboratively, contributing to strategic projects that uplift organisational capability.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment , including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation


• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being


• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning


• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being , including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave


• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance , and access to un ique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company


• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - \" Employment Compliance Directorate \"

You will join the Employment Compliance Directorate within the Office of the Provost and Chief People Officer. This team underpins the University's people and community vision within the Advancing Melbourne 2030 strategy.

We champion fair, contemporary employment practices that help staff thrive and support academic and professional excellence. You will collaborate with leaders and colleagues across HR, faculties and portfolios, influencing culture and capability. Expect a supportive, high-performing environment that values inclusion, diverse perspectives and continuous learning.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

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