You play a key role in driving MINDEF's transformation agenda by working closely with leadership to set the direction of transformation efforts, articulate clear outcomes, and deliver actionable solutions for sustained change across MINDEF's work, workforce and workplace.
Assistant Director (Transformation)
Permanent
Closing on 08 Jun 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
- Work closely with MINDEF leadership to shape the direction of transformation efforts, articulate clear transformation outcomes, and drive actionable solutions for sustained organisational change
- Develop action plans to improve Organisational Development (OD) in MINDEF, and improve performance, agility and collaboration, at both the organisational and individual levels
- Identify and develop expertise in tools and techniques to support leadership in driving mindset and behavioural change across the organisation
- Engage with a diverse spectrum of stakeholders to harmonise workstreams, build consensus, and sustain momentum across transformation initiatives
- Build collaborations across whole-of-government entities and engage vendors and external change management experts to support transformation and organisational development initiatives
Challenge(s)
- Navigating a complex stakeholder landscape by understanding each stakeholder's operating challenges and near-term goals, while keeping the broader transformation outcomes in sight
- Sustaining organisational momentum for transformation over the long term, given the relatively unstructured and constantly evolving nature of the work
What we are looking for
- At least 6 years of working experience in a policy, plans, transformation or innovation role
- Strong writing, presentation and analytical abilities
- Good project management and stakeholder management skills
- Quick-thinking and innovative, with the ability to thrive in unstructured and constantly evolving work environments without precise precedent
- Comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty with the ability to maintain a practical and solutions-oriented mindset
- Understanding of individual and organisational behaviour, with an innate drive for continuous improvement
- Knowledge of organisational development concepts and practices is advantageous
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 08 Jun 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within or the wider Public Service.