Head of Enterprise Change

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Enterprise Change to join UTS at a pivotal time of transformation. This newly created opportunity will play a critical leadership role in supporting the evolution of the University Portfolio Management Office (UPMO) into a Strategic Portfolio Office, driving enterprise-wide change that advances the University's strategic priorities.

About the Opportunity

The Head of Enterprise Change provides enterprise leadership and specialist organisational change expertise across UTS. The role supports the University to prepare for, adopt and sustain strategic change, enabling the successful delivery of the University's strategic priorities.

The role supports the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the University's enterprise change frameworks, governance practices and organisational readiness approaches, promoting a consistent and evidence-based approach to organisational change across the strategic portfolio. It provides analysis and insight into organisational readiness, cumulative change impacts, enterprise capacity and adoption risk to support informed executive and governance decision-making.

About You

We are seeking a passionate and strategic leader who has a strong understanding of enterprise governance, portfolio management and organisational readiness within complex organisations.  

As the successful candidate, you will also have;

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Organisational Change, Human Resources, Psychology, Management or a related discipline

• Professional certification in organisational change management (e.g. Prosci, CCMP, APMG Change Management or equivalent) (desirable)

• Professional qualification or certification in project, program or portfolio management (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, PMBOK, Agile, SAFe or equivalent)

• Proven experience providing guidance, coaching and coordination to multidisciplinary teams, project teams or change practitioners

• Extensive experience providing strategic advice, analysis and assurance support to Executive leaders, governance forums and senior decision-makers

• Knowledge of strategic planning, organisational capability, benefits realisation and adoption practices

• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority, building alignment across diverse stakeholders to support enterprise outcomes

• Highly developed analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear strategic advice and recommendations

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please download the Position Description from the link below. 

Remuneration

A competitive remuneration package, including an employer contribution of up to 17% superannuation, will be on offer to the successful candidate.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit;

1. Your current CV

2. A cover letter that outlines your motivation for applying for the role, as well as addressing the selection criteria found on Page 5 and 6 of the Position Description

For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria 

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing. 

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC344620 and your name. 

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at ***********@uts.edu.au 

Closing Date: Sunday 6th September 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST) 

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.