Management Consultant - Change Management Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health & wellness

Professional development & certs

Exposure to diverse change initiatives

Supportive team environment

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Change Management Specialist in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, to guide organizations through major transitions and drive adoption of new initiatives. The role emphasizes understanding human behavior, strong communication, and stakeholder engagement across levels.

You will develop robust change strategies, design training programs, assess readiness, and collaborate with project teams to ensure desired benefits are realized. A rewarding consultancy environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• ≥4 years in change management or related consulting.
• Experience developing and implementing change strategies.
• Knowledge of ADKAR or Kotter methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• On-site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute change management plans for client initiatives.
• Conduct change impact assessments for people, processes, and systems.
• Design and deliver stakeholder communication strategies.
• Develop training programs for employees.
• Identify and mitigate resistance to change.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change activities.
• Assess organizational readiness and provide recommendations.
• Measure effectiveness of interventions and adjust accordingly.

Skills

Change management expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Communication & facilitation

Project management

Knowledge of ADKAR or Kotter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Change Management Specialist to join their team. This role is based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, and focuses on guiding organizations through significant transitions, whether they are driven by technology, strategy, or organizational restructuring. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust change management strategies, ensuring smooth adoption of new initiatives, and minimizing resistance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of human behavior, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. You will play a pivotal role in helping clients successfully navigate complex change, ensuring that new initiatives are embraced and deliver their intended benefits. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to drive positive transformation within businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management plans to support client initiatives.
• Conduct change impact assessments to understand the implications for people, processes, and systems.
• Design and deliver communication strategies to inform and engage stakeholders.
• Develop and implement training programs to equip employees with necessary skills and knowledge.
• Identify and manage resistance to change, developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management activities into the overall project plan.
• Assess organizational readiness for change and provide recommendations.
• Measure the effectiveness of change interventions and make necessary adjustments.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or a related consulting role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful change management strategies.
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in assessing organizational culture and dynamics.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work on-site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in change management.
• Exposure to diverse change initiatives across various industries.
• A supportive team environment focused on delivering client value.
• Career growth within a respected consultancy.