Drive enterprise-wide change. Deliver measurable impact. Lead with purpose.

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for transformation and organisational excellence? Banyule City Council is seeking a Senior program management professional to lead the execution of our multi-year, multi-stream enterprise transformation program - a bold program designed to uplift service delivery, modernise core platforms, and build future-ready capabilities.

Why you'll love this role and what you'll do:

As Transformation Program Manager, you'll be at the helm of one of Banyule's most ambitious programs. You'll:

• Guide the delivery of organisational transformation programs, ensuring alignment across departments and sustained momentum.
• Champion initiatives that improve how we serve our community - digitising services, streamlining processes, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through modern enterprise architecture and human-centred change.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and maintain confidence in delivery through transparent communication and collaborative leadership.
• Support the organisation's readiness for change by developing capability and embedding transformation practices.

This is a strategic leadership role that blends program delivery with human-centred cultural change, requiring vision, resilience, and a passion for public impact.

This role is part of Banyule's Leadership Network – you'll have opportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership in a Local Government context and develop your skills as an organisational leader beyond your role-based expertise.

What you'll bring/what we are looking for:

We're seeking a strategic and results-driven leader with deep experience overseeing complex, technology-enabled transformation programs, consistently delivering measurable business outcomes and sustainable organisational change. You'll have enterprise architecture literacy, and experience driving maturity, and translating strategic vision into operational reality. You'll also bring:

• Exceptional ability to engage, influence, and maintain productive relationships with executives, department heads, vendors, and diverse stakeholder groups throughout transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring professional development, and creating high-performing transformation delivery capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing operationally, translating enterprise vision into detailed delivery plans and tangible results.
• Deep practical experience implementing organisational change management strategies in large, complex organisations with measurable adoption and sustainability outcomes.
• Understanding of modern digital platforms, service digitalisation approaches, and technology-enabled business transformation in public sector environments.
• Consistent track record of achieving ambitious targets, delivering programs on time and within scope, and creating lasting organisational value.
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to facilitate consensus, resolve conflicts, and drive collaboration across organizational boundaries.
• Personal values and behaviours aligned with Banyule City Council's values of Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Initiative, and Inclusion.

What's on offer

• A permanent, full-time position, salary from $136,607.14 to $147,321.43 per annum (excluding Super).
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
• Flexible work and leave arrangements.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.
• A transformational leadership opportunity working on critical projects with organisational and community impact.

Pre employment requirements:

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).
• Psychometric Assessment.

How to apply:

Applications close: 19 September 2025 at 11.45pm. Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and setting out your achievements aligned to the requirements of the position.

For further details about this position, please see the position description. If you have any questions, please call Tim Wakeham on 03 9242 3450 for a chat.

Why choose Banyule?

Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.