Consultants (Information & Communication Technology) Contract/Temp We are the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), committed to designing and operating a sustainable energy system that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and gas.Our mission includes facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve 100% renewable generation capability by 2025.We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around Character, Commitment, and Connection.Join us as we contribute to this significant mission in the energy sector.About the role This role has been established to support the delivery of ongoing reforms and other initiatives required to support the energy transition in the Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) – Western Australia's main electricity system.Our Senior Change Manager is responsible to lead and deliver change management activities for assigned workstreams and projects within the WA Reform Program.The role is part of a team of change professionals, and reports to the Manager - Business & Market Readiness.The Senior Change Manager is a hands-on role, with a strong focus on implementing IT and regulatory changes.That means you will be accountable for undertaking/implementing each stage of the change management process from impact assessment to high-level strategy, to detailed plans and delivering the change interventions.The Senior Change Manager will be expected to quickly develop familiarity with key market concepts and processes through a combination of SME support and self-guided learning.You will need to be a resourceful self-starter, confident in using your initiative to obtain inputs and deliver outputs.What you will be doing Develop and deliver change artefacts throughout the project lifecycle including Change Impact Assessments, Communication and Engagement Plan, Learning Needs Analysis and Delivery Plan, Business Readiness and Transition to BAU Plans, and status reports.Provide the Project Manager any inputs required to support the relevant Enterprise Project Office (EPO) Stage Gate submission requirements.Collaborate with and coach Business Owners to drive leader-led change approach, ensuring the business is ready to transition from the project/program change to BAU through effective business readiness assessment.Support internal and external engagement activities through coordination of forums and delivery of tailored communications and engagement materials.Work with Program and Project Managers to identify and manage relevant Risks, Issues, Dependences and Resourcing Demand.Develop and deliver fit-for-purpose training activities to support optimal change adoption.Where relevant, provide oversight of training and learning materials and ensure all learning and development activities and materials meet the requirements and identified learning outcomes.Aid the identification of business process gaps and propose relevant mitigations.Minimum Requirements Extensive Change Management Experience : Significant experience with Change Management artefacts, tools, and techniques, including Change Impact Assessments, Change Strategy/Plans, Communications/Engagement, Training/Learning Strategies/Plans, Business Readiness Checks, and Handovers.Project Delivery Familiarity : Demonstrated experience delivering change within various project delivery methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and Iterative.Leadership and Coaching Skills : Highly developed skills in coaching leaders and the proven ability to guide and support leader-led change; driving adoption of new technology solutions.Communication and Business Acumen : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to effectively engage and manage stakeholder relationships.In return some of our benefits to you Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract opportunity, with option to extend.About Our Process AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples.We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information.#J-18808-Ljbffr