HUMAN RESOURCES | TE WAHANGA MATUA PUMANAWA TANGATA About Us/Mo Matou The University of Otago | Otakou Whakaihu Waka has been a renowned place of learning and discovery for more than 150 years.
We strive to become an even more successful, globally influential university, committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Our Vision / Ko te Aronga is for our people and knowledge to transform lives, connect communities and nurture the environment in Otakou, Te Waipounamu, Aotearoa, the Pacific, and the world.
Our Human Resources Division is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that enables the university to attract, retain and develop the people we need to achieve our goals.
The Role/Te mahi Our Change Management team provides specialist change management advice and support, leading activities focused on the people side of change.
Working alongside University leaders and in partnership with project managers we support the achievement of strategic goals and the successful delivery of projects including system implementations, building projects, process improvements and restructuring.
As Change Manager you will develop and implement change management strategies to engage stakeholders, minimise resistance and maximise the success of change initiatives.
You will deliver, review and monitor end-to-end change deliverables to increase business readiness, support staff to successfully adapt to change, and ensure that changes are effectively communicated, adopted and sustained.
What you'll do: Apply structured methodologies to develop, deliver and monitor appropriately scaled and effective change management strategies and plans.
Identify and connect with key stakeholders, listening and responding to their needs and gathering feedback.
Ensure communications about change supports project progress and keeps staff engaged and informed about project activities.
Conduct change impact assessments on people, processes and systems; analyse the University's readiness for change and tailor change strategies to meet the different needs of impacted groups.
Support and coach project sponsors and managers in their critical roles leading change.
Identify and prepare recommendations to mitigate risk associated with proposed changes to minimise impact on other business as usual (BAU) activities.
Skills And Experience/Ka Pukeka Me Ka Wheako Relevant tertiary level qualification or recognised qualification(s) appropriate to the role.
Previous experience in human resources management, project management, change management or relevant discipline.
Proven executive stakeholder management experience and a consultative and partnering approach with stakeholders.
Knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, disciplines and tools.
An inquisitive nature and a genuine interest in people.
Be resilient and self-motivated with the ability to influence others to achieve results.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Further details/Puroko This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position, based in Dunedin.
Some travel may be required to attend other University campuses.
The appointment range for this position is $90,165 to $98,515 per annum.
Top of the range is $106,863.
A competitive benefits package is on offer, including wide ranging learning and development opportunities, a competitive salary, 5 weeks' annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.
For more information about our Staff Benefits Package, please visit our website: Staff Benefits You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to Carolyn King via the contact details below.
Application/Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below.
Applications quoting reference number 2401350 will close on Friday, 6 September 2024.#J-18808-Ljbffr
