Senior Manager, Change Enablement

• Lead enterprise-wide change for some of UWA’s most significant strategic programs and transformation initiatives.
• Influence Executive leaders and shape organisational capability across a world top 100 university.
• Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $159,292 – $165,497 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Planning and Strategic Initiatives plays a critical role in shaping the future direction of The University of Western Australia. Through enterprise-wide strategy, planning, governance and performance oversight, the portfolio supports the delivery of UWA’s strategic priorities and major institutional programs.

Within this portfolio, the University Program Office partners with senior leaders across the University to deliver complex strategic initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, enhance performance and support long-term sustainability.

About the opportunity

• Lead the development and delivery of enterprise change strategies that support the successful adoption and embedding of major strategic programs and transformation initiatives.
• Partner with Executive sponsors, senior leaders and governance groups to provide expert advice on change management, stakeholder engagement, organisational readiness, communications and implementation planning.
• Build organisational change capability across the University by establishing frameworks, tools and standards, coaching leaders and supporting sustainable ways of working.

About you

• Extensive experience leading organisational change, transformation and business change initiatives within large, complex organisations.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management methodologies, change impact assessment, stakeholder engagement, adoption planning and organisational readiness.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work credibly with Executive stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience navigating ambiguity and competing priorities in complex environments.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications or equivalent experience in organisational change, organisational development, transformation or a related discipline; change management certification and higher education experience are highly regarded.

Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  Senior Manager, Change Enablement - 524910.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Chris Wever at chris.wever@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Zen Huang at zen.huang@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 26 November 2026. The University reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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