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About the Client
Our client is a key player in the Defence sector, leading the integration of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities through cutting-edge information systems. Their mission-critical platform enables users to efficiently search, discover, and collaborate on data across multiple repositories via a unified web interface. With strategic importance and a 10+ year operational horizon, this system is central to enhancing Defence's analytical capabilities.
About the Role
As a Change Manager, you will be instrumental in driving the adoption and sustained use of a high-value ISR discovery tool. Following a comprehensive Organisational Change Management (OCM) Review, you will lead the development and execution of a change strategy and implementation plan to embed the system as a “business as usual” capability across Defence.
You will work closely with the Capability Manager and stakeholders to:
You are an experienced OCM professional with:
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT or Melbourne, VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active NV2 security clearance.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
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.
Applications open until 8am 11 June 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Organisational Change/Communications Manager
| Job title : | Organisational Change/Communications Manager |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | City |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $115 - $130 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-06-02 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 6.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-52970 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 2 days ago |
Our client is a key player in the Defence sector, leading the integration of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities through cutting-edge information systems. Their mission-critical platform enables users to efficiently search, discover, and collaborate on data across multiple repositories via a unified web interface. With strategic importance and a 10+ year operational horizon, this system is central to enhancing Defence's analytical capabilities.
About the Role
As a Change Manager, you will be instrumental in driving the adoption and sustained use of a high-value ISR discovery tool. Following a comprehensive Organisational Change Management (OCM) Review, you will lead the development and execution of a change strategy and implementation plan to embed the system as a “business as usual” capability across Defence.
You will work closely with the Capability Manager and stakeholders to:
- Develop and implement long-term OCM strategies and short-term action plans.
- Lead stakeholder engagement and communication initiatives.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of change initiatives.
- Support end-user adoption through training, engagement, and resistance management.
You are an experienced OCM professional with:
- Proven expertise in organisational systems, stakeholder engagement, and change implementation.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills to assess and improve change effectiveness.
- The ability to translate strategic recommendations into actionable plans.
- NV1 security clearance (mandatory).
- Experience in Defence or similarly complex environments is highly desirable.
- A high-impact role on a strategically significant Defence project.
- Long-term engagement with opportunities to shape enduring change.
- Work from Melbourne or Canberra, with occasional travel for training delivery.
- Collaborate with a dedicated and mission-driven team in a supportive environment.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT or Melbourne, VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active NV2 security clearance.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
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.
Applications open until 8am 11 June 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.