Senior Change and Engagement Specialist - SPARC in Dandenong

Chisholm is seeking an experienced Senior Change and Engagement Specialist for our Tafe Transformation Office.

BELONGING & INCLUSION

Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people's unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm's culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Change and Engagement Specialist will be responsible for designing and delivering the integrated change, stakeholder engagement, communication and capability components of the Student Progression Analytics for Retention and Completion (SPARC) project. The role will build understanding, confidence and commitment to SPARC and support the adoption of data-informed approaches that improve student engagement, retention and completion outcomes across participating TAFEs.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement the SPARC change strategy, change plan and integrated adoption roadmap aligned with project scope, pilot activity, risks and key milestones.
• Lead the end-to-end change and engagement approach for SPARC pilots and broader implementation across participating TAFEs.
• Map, analyse and manage stakeholder groups across Chisholm, TAFE network and project partners.
• Lead and facilitate workshops, briefings, co-design sessions, interviews, consultation forums and communities of practice.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication and engagement strategy that is timely, transparent and tailored for diverse audiences.
• Create clear and accessible communications that explain SPARC objectives, pilot activity, evidence, decisions and implications for practice.
• Work with local leaders, educators, student support teams and technical specialists to prepare pilot sites and stakeholder groups for implementation.
• Conduct training and capability needs analysis to identify the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to understand and use SPARC insights confidently and appropriately.
• Integrate change, engagement, communication, capability and adoption activities into project schedules, governance and reporting.

This position is assessed as partly remote capable and if this position is approved for flexible work arrangements Chisholm retains the right to recall to campus in the event of incidents and events that require on campus attendance.

ABOUT YOU

You are a highly motivated individual with demonstrated experience leading change and engagement within complex transformation, data, digital or service improvement programs. Experience developing and executing integrated change, stakeholder engagement, communication, readiness and adoption strategies is essential for this role.

Qualifications required for the role:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Business or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

ABOUT US

Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne's southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education.

We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees.

At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.

Chisholm has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated consistently in accordance with Chisholm policy and procedure.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An Inclusive work culture.
• Professional Development - continue to grow your career.
• Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners.
• State of the art facilities on our campuses.
• Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport.
• Free Employee Assistance Program - get the support you want. It's confidential.

Applications for this position close at 9am Monday 09 November 2026. We are committed to a fair and equitable merit-based recruitment process for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact our Belonging & Inclusion Lead by emailing inclusion@chisholm.edu.au.

Important information about your application:

Your application should include:

• a cover letter
• your resume
• contact details of three (3) referees

Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including:

• Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume.
• Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer) (at applicant's expense).
• Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
• Verified Police Check (at applicant's expense).

Let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self by emailing us at pcsops@chisholm.edu.au.

Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage. Find out more about us by visiting us on our Website and social media sites.