• Based at either our Melbourne Burwood or Geelong Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed-term for 5 years
• Competitive salary and benefits including 17% Superannuation

Are you ready to make an impact? It’s an exciting time to join the newly structured Change and Future Workforce team. At Deakin, change management is not just a function—it’s a strategic, people-first practice that ensures seamless transitions across infrastructure, digital and organisational change programs and projects. This role is positioned within a forward-thinking and strategic People and Culture division  where you are empowered to drive impactful change.

If you have a passion for facilitation, thrive in flexible environments where no two weeks are the same and want to be part of a highly skilled and collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Why work with us?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are agile and innovative, and committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education and research and the contributions we make to the wider community. We aim to be a catalyst for positive change for the individuals and the communities we serve. We aspire to be recognised as Australia’s most progressive university.

At Deakin, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including various leave options such as generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to advance your career; an inclusive, supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role

The Associate Director, Change Programs leads the university-wide organisational change management function, playing an integral role in delivering strategic goals through change programs and projects. In partnership with Deakin Transformation, this role is responsible for managing complex change management for initiatives related to infrastructure, digital, and people projects, ensuring alignment with Deakin’s objectives and collaborating with, senior leadership to drive successful outcomes.

As the Associate Director, Change Programs, you will:

• Lead, mentor and inspire a team of professionals to deliver large-scale change management services, fostering a high-performance work environment.
• Partner with leaders at all levels to implement well-considered transformation and change initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and organisational effectiveness.
• Lead people-centred change management for complex infrastructure, digital and organisational programs and  initiatives across the University, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Managing complex stakeholder relationships and addressing resistance to change with empathy and professionalism, ensuring smooth transitions.

To be successful, you’ll bring

• Extensive experience conceptualising, developing and implementing contemporary organisational change solutions, strategies and services to achieve Deakin’s objectives.
• A sound knowledge and understanding of contemporary relevant discipline practices.
• Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain strong and productive relationships with internal and external partners and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative work teams and proven capability to achieve quality customer service to stakeholders and quality improvement to a wide range of practices and services.

For a copy of the full position description, please see below:

 Associate Director, Change Programs_SL1.pdf

To apply

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact David Tucker (Director, Change & Future Workforce) via d.tucker@deakin.edu.au 

Applications for this position close on 4th of March at 11.55pm

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.