Classification: Senior Manager 1 (IT)
Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed-term (until 31 December 2028)

Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER SM1 Change and Communication Lead.pdf

The Position

Information Technology Services (ITS) provides enterprise technology services that support ANU’s research, teaching, and public policy activities. The Australian National University is seeking an experienced Change and Communication Lead to support the successful delivery of strategic digital transformation initiatives within the Research Stream. This role will lead change management and communication activities for major research technology projects, including the implementation of a new Research Funding and Grants Management Solution. Working with senior stakeholders, project teams, researchers, academics, and professional staff, the role will develop and deliver change strategies, stakeholder engagement, training, and communication plans to support adoption of new systems and processes. The position will provide strategic advice, manage change impacts, monitor implementation progress, and contribute to continuous improvement of change practices across the University. This is an opportunity to lead high-profile digital transformation initiatives in a complex university environment.

The Person

You are an experienced change and communications professional who can operate effectively in complex environments, build trusted relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels. You bring a strategic and structured approach to managing change, supported by strong communication, analytical, and project management capabilities. You will have demonstrated experience delivering change initiatives, providing strategic advice, analysing complex information, and developing practical solutions. With highly developed interpersonal skills, you can collaborate, negotiate, coach, and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. You will also demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunity principles and their application within a university environment.

For further information please contact Dayna Boase, Change and Communication Chapter Lead, E: Dayna.Boase@anu.edu.au 

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au 

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

Closing date: Monday, 17 August 2026, 11:55PM (AEST)