Change and Communication Lead

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Title : Change and Communication LeadClassification : Senior Manager 1 (Information Technology)Salary package : $153,883 - $161,234 per annum including 17% superannuationTerm : Full time, Fixed term (up to 18 months)Location: Acton, Canberra (opportunity for flexible working arrangements)Position Description and Selection Criteria :Closing date: March 2025, 11:55pm 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. About the Role We are seeking a Change Lead to drive the transformation of our digital learning environment under the University’s Digital Plan (2023–2026). The Learning Ecosystem Initiative aims to modernise the learning environment at ANU to better support students, staff and industry. A major focus of this initiative is the transition to Canvas as our new Learning Management System. This change will improve course design, enable innovative teaching, and prepare ANU for future educational challenges. Reporting to the Change Chapter Lead and the Learning and Teaching Stream Lead, and working in partnership with our business areas, the Change and Communications Manager operates with a considerable degree of autonomy to establish a best practice change management and communications framework and appropriate governance and controls for a project. Key Duties: Design, implement and support a best practice business change management and communications strategy to support the successful delivery of a new Learning Management System (Canvas). Effectively lead the change management aspects of project delivery to successfully deliver a comprehensive change management approach. Engage with stakeholders through a range of forums to understand and manage the impact of change on the business operations and prepare stakeholders for the transition to new ways of working. For further information please contact Change Chapter Lead, Jude Burger 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 is responsible 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: Informed by extensive consultation with ANU students and staff, the ANU Digital Master Plan (DMP) is a 10-year vision to transform the way our University does business - how we work and think. 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 : ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases. We support flexible and hybrid working, with access to our beautiful, green campus. 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 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 including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more! We offer onsite parking with salary sacrificing options. We care about your wellbeing, with access to the Employee Assistance Program , vaccinations and health insurance plan options. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. 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 statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages. A current curriculum vitae (CV). The names and contact details of 2 referees. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr