ADMS Engagement and Communications Manager

• Executive Level 1
• Canberra, ACT (DEWR also has a presence in all state capitals)
• $125,220 - $138,394

About the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations We are committed to empowering futures, ensuring rights and enriching lives. We support people to have safe, secure and well-paid work with the skills for a sustainable future as we ourselves strive to be a model employer. We provide the framework for fair and productive relationships between employers and employees. We also oversee skills development and training initiatives to support those entering the workforce or re-training to take advantage of emerging employment opportunities. With us your work directly contributes to shaping the employment landscape. Whether youre engaging in policy development, program implementation, or direct support services, your efforts will have a tangible impact on job seekers, employees and the economy by giving them a framework to build a future anchored and realised through employment. Please note, this opportunity is for Ongoing Department of Employment and Workplace Relations/APS employees only. Please discuss the possibility of release with your manager before applying. The Role Reporting to the Director, the Engagement and Communications Manager is responsible for the development and delivery of change management activities that support the operations of the Apprenticeship Data Management System (ADMS). The Engagement and Communications Manager will be responsible for collaborating with teams to develop business cases, defining and delivering change strategies and tactics, and building effective working relationships with users and delivery partners. Skills and Capabilities We are seeking an individual with the following skills and capabilities:

• Strong understanding of change management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with agile methodologies and working in scrum teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

The Opportunity This position is available to Ongoing Department of Employment and Workplace Relations and/or APS employees as a temporary transfer at level and/or a temporary performance (Acting) opportunity for a period of 12 months. Qualifications and Education Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Training or a related field (Desirable) Eligibility Our successful candidate will need to hold a valid Baseline clearance to undertake the role. How to Apply Applicants are required to provide up to a one & a half page summary (no more than 750 words) that outlines skills, knowledge, and experience and why you should be considered for this vacancy. You should take into consideration the position overview (including any detailed position specific requirements) when drafting your response. Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work. The APS work level standards accommodate the diversity of roles across the APS and are structured to clearly differentiate between the work expected (i.e. responsibilities and duties) at each classification level. In eRecruit (the departments online recruitment system) you will also need to:

• upload a Curriculum Vitae
• provide contact details for 2 Referees.