About the Role
The Department is seeking to engage a number of Business Change Managers to support the delivery of expected projects and initiatives across the agency. These resources are required in order for the agency to successfully deliver projects in a timely manner and ensure ongoing alignment with current strategic objectives and future strategic directions.
Key duties and responsibilities
The key duties and responsibilities of the Business Change Managers include:
- Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans
- Design and delivery communications, training, and stakeholder engagement initiatives
- Conduct change impact assessments and readiness evaluations to guide business units
- Monitor and report on adoption, benefits realisation, and performance outcomes
- Provide expert advice on change management methodologies and best practices
- Identify risks and develop mitigation and treatment plans to support business continuity
- Work collaboratively with project teams, executives, and stakeholders to align change efforts
- Develop and execute communication strategies using digital adoption tools
- Lead change readiness assessments and provide actionable insights
- Mentor and coach staff, fostering a culture of adaptability and learning
- Maintain documentation and records in line with organisational standards
- Support the Change Management Practice of the agency including knowledge transfer to staff and other contributions to practice building.
1.Demonstrated experience in delivering end-to-end change management within complex environments
2.Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and communication planning
3.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
4.Strong understanding and experience applying change frameworks (e.g. PROSCI, ADKAR, or similar)
5.Demonstrated success driving organisational adoption of new systems and processes
6.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills
Desirable criteria
1.Demonstrated knowledge or experience working on projects within an Intelligence operating environment
2.Experience working within a small to medium sized Federal Government agency
3.Experience working with benefits management and providing advice
Contract: 12 Month Contract with 1 x 12 months extension option
Security Required: NV1 Security Clearance required
Location- Canberra, Hybrid - based - Onsite, Full-time (Monday to Friday) Flexible working/work from home arrangements may be negotiated with the successful candidate/s after the first six months of the contract period.
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Tuesday 25 November 2025
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
