Dr Daniel Groenewald (FACEL)

Leadership | Capability | Change | Learning that Sticks

East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

I partner with organisations to build leadership capability and drive change that turns strategy into practical outcomes. I've done this across technology and education, leading programs for enterprises of up to 19,000 staff across 300 sites. My work spans the full leadership lifecycle. Frameworks. Facilitation. Coaching. Change. From front line to executive. I hold a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and certifications in Prosci Change Management, Growth Coaching, and LSI. I care deeply about the craft of adult learning, drawing on storytelling, research, and methods that make development genuinely transformational. I believe organisations get better when good people are supported to be their best, in well-led teams, doing work that matters.

Experience

  • Manager, Leadership Development at Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

    • Managing the delivery of leadership development programs for a workforce of 18,000, enhancing organizational capability. • Developing comprehensive frameworks to support staff growth and engagement, aligning with strategic goals. • Collaborated with senior stakeholders to tailor programs, ensuring relevance and effectiveness. • Introduced innovative adult learning models based on scientific principles, improving program delivery outcomes.

  • Senior Consultant, Talent Management, Learning and Leadership Development at Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

    Leading the development of an enterprise framework for leadership development, organisational and talent management, inclusive of career pathways.

  • Leadership Consultant at Catholic Education Western Australia

    • Led the revitalization and digitization of leadership programs for emerging leaders to experienced principals. • Integrated eLearning solutions to enhance program accessibility and engagement. • Collaborated with universities and corporate partners to align programs with strategic objectives.

  • Digital Transformation Consultant at Catholic Education Western Australia

    • Supported change communications and professional development uplift for the LEADing Lights digital transformation project, impacting 163 schools and 77,000 students. • Developed and executed change management strategies, enhancing communication across various channels. • Organized professional learning events to elevate teacher capabilities in digital technologies and deep learning. • Fostered partnerships with educational institutions to support innovative initiatives and strategic digital adoption.

  • English Teacher at Ivanhoe Grammar School

    • Developed and implemented an innovative middle years' English curriculum, enhancing student engagement through the "Express Yourself" program. • Coordinated Year 9 English, fostering a collaborative learning environment and promoting student choice. • Actively contributed to co-curricular sports by coaching soccer and cross country, encouraging teamwork and physical fitness. • Honored with the Ivanhoe Grammar School Board of Governor’s Prize for excellence in professional learning, reflecting peer recognition and commitment to education.

  • Professional Learning Consultant at Datacom

    • Collaborated with school leaders and teachers to enhance technology integration in educational settings. • Developed tailored professional development programs that improved ICT practices and curriculum design. • Successfully guided schools in creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences, resulting in increased student engagement.

  • English Teacher at Methodist Ladies'​ College

    • Developed and implemented engaging English and Literature curricula for senior students, enhancing critical thinking skills. • Coordinated the Middle Years English curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards and student needs. • Led the ICT-VISION committee to establish a comprehensive technology integration strategy, improving digital literacy across the school.

  • Coordinator Digital Learning at Catholic Education Western Australia

    • Coordinated the Digital Learning Team to deliver high-quality professional learning in digital technologies and pedagogies. • Collaborated with consulting teams to develop strategic ICT roadmaps, enhancing teaching and learning experiences. • Partnered with stakeholders to implement system-based professional learning, driving school-centered improvements in digital integration.