Change Management & Capability Building Consultant ( 6-month )

AHOY; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced change management expert to lead the transformation office. This role involves driving cultural initiatives, developing bilingual training programs, and ensuring the sustainability of the change efforts. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience, a proven track record in public sector projects, and professional fluency in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading enterprise-level change programs.
• Minimum of 3 projects in public sector or GCC region.
• Proven track record in capability-building for project environments.
• Professional fluency in Arabic & English.

Responsibilities

• Drive behavioral, cultural, and skills-transfer initiatives for transformation.
• Design comprehensive change management plan.
• Develop bilingual training and coaching programs.
• Establish mechanisms for lasting impact.

Skills

Change management expertise

Bilingual training (Arabic/English)

Integration with PMO

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in Saudi Arabia, is implementing a strategic transformation office to enhance project delivery and organizational performance. We're seeking an experienced change management expert to lead the people and culture transformation required for successful adoption.

Role Purpose

Drive the behavioral, cultural, and skills-transfer initiatives needed to activate the new transformation office—ensuring alignment across people, processes, and performance mindsets for on-time, quality delivery of strategic initiatives.

Key Objectives

1. Change Strategy & Roadmap: Design comprehensive change management plan driving adoption of new processes, governance frameworks, and performance culture
2. Capability Building Program: Develop and deliver bilingual (Arabic/English) training, coaching, and knowledge transfer for executives, project managers, and support teams
3. Sustainability & Transition: Establish mechanisms, toolkits, and internal champions to ensure lasting impact beyond the engagement period

• 8+ years leading enterprise-level change programs
• Minimum 3 projects in public sector or GCC region
• Proven track record designing and delivering capability-building programs for project/portfolio environments
• Demonstrated success integrating change initiatives with PMO or transformation offices
• Professional fluency in Arabic & English (written and spoken)
• Familiarity with Saudi Vision 2030 initiatives and regional governance culture