Principal Advisor Change Systems
2 months ago
Permanent, full-time position
- Based in Auckland or Wellington
**About Us**
KiwiRail delivers sustainable and inclusive growth for our customers, communities, and people. For over 150 years, we’ve connected communities, transported goods, and showcased New Zealand’s stunning landscapes. Our purpose, ‘Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand,’ reflects how we advance through connected people, networks, and innovative ways of working.
**About the Role**
As Principal Advisor Change Systems, you will play a crucial role in shaping and leading KiwiRail's enterprise wide approach to change management. You will provide thought leadership and expertise on major change, supporting the implementation of strategic initiatives across KiwiRail. This role is responsible for developing change management frameworks, tools, and methodologies to build change capability and drive successful transformations throughout the organisation. You will work closely with senior leaders to align change strategies with KiwiRail’s vision and objectives, ensuring our transport network and services continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of New Zealand.
**Key Accountabilities**
- Lead the development and implementation of KiwiRail’s change management strategy, frameworks, and methodologies
- Provide expert advice and guidance on complex change initiatives to senior leaders and project teams
- Design and deliver change leadership programs to build change capability across the organisation
- Establish a cross functional Change Centre of Excellence to drive best practices and continuous improvement in change management
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives, using data and insights to inform decision-making and improve outcomes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate change management into project and program delivery.
- Mentor and coach other change professionals within KiwiRail to enhance overall change management maturity
- Balancing the need for standardized change approaches with the flexibility required for different business units and projects.
- Influencing senior leaders and building buy-in for new change management practices across the organisation
- Managing multiple, concurrent change initiatives in a dynamic environment with competing priorities
**What We’re Looking For**
- Extensive experience (5+ years) leading complex change initiatives
- Experience in technical (high asset infrastructure/transport industry) change with people change highly desired
- Deep understanding of change management methods and best practices
- Experience in setting up and running a Change Centre of Excellence
- Proven ability to create and implement change strategies across an organisation
- Skilled in managing stakeholders and influencing senior leaders
- Familiarity with project and program management approaches
- Experience in New Zealand’s transport sector and government (preferred)
- Inspiring leader with a strong ability to communicate about change at all levels
- Influencer who can connect with diverse audiences
- Analytical problem-solver who makes decisions based on data
- Effective collaborator with multiple groups of stakeholders
- Positive, adaptable, and comfortable with uncertainty
- Creative thinker always seeking improvement
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in managing change
- Resilient and capable of working effectively in a changing environment
**Qualifications**
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Change, Organisational Psychology, or a related field
**KiwiRail Benefits**
- Southern Cross discounted health insurance for you and your whānau
- Supportive and diverse team culture
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Access to discounted travel, medical cost support, and holiday homes via the NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust
- Contribute to shaping New Zealand’s future through sustainable transport solutions
**Join Us**
- Please note: A willingness to travel within New Zealand is required for this role._
**#We’re going places. Are you?**
Applications close: Sunday 3rd of November 2024
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