Change Manager

4 weeks ago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand Otago Regional Council Full time

At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for Change Manager to join our Executive Advice Team on a 12 month fixed term (part time) contract in our busy Dunedin office.

Take the lead in an exciting, organisation-wide initiative to prepare Otago Regional Council staff for a transformative move to a purpose-built environment. This pivotal project focuses on ensuring a seamless transition while maximising benefits for the organisation, its people and the communities we serve. Your expertise will support staff to adapt to a new environment, foster resilience, and adaptability, and achieve the full potential of this exciting change.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Project Manager to develop and execute tailored change management plans, including communication strategies, training programmes, and readiness assessments.
  • Identify concerns and challenges early and work closely with teams to address them and adapt project implementation tactically where appropriate.
  • Build strong relationships across the organisation, providing change support and fostering collaboration to help staff adapt to changes in the working environment.
  • Monitor progress, adoption, and the embedding of ways of working to deliver measurable project benefits.
  • Lead engagement events and provide ongoing support to ensure staff feel confident and prepared for the transition.
  • Collaborate with project and leadership teams to align activities with organisational goals and ensure sustained success.

If you are interested in being a dynamic and crucial part of this important next step for the Otago Regional Council, then this is the role for you

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • A tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in change management, human resources, or project management.
  • 10+ years in a related field, with expertise in change management methodologies such as PMP, Prince2, or Agile.
  • A practical, pragmatic approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and foster collaboration.
  • The ability to identify concerns and challenges, and to develop and implement solutions that are both practical and effective.
  • Exceptional organisational and facilitation skills, with a focus on delivering outcomes.
  • A proactive and creative mindset with the flexibility to adapt as needed.

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that we care.

To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

  • Flexible work opportunities
  • Life Insurance
  • Superannuation
  • Competitive remuneration packages

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.

Please note: We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close Thursday 26th February 2025

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