Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead

NuAxis Innovations; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NuAxis Innovations is seeking an Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead to drive change within the organization. The role involves developing strategies to maximize employee adoption while minimizing resistance, mentoring staff, and ensuring successful project implementation. Candidates should have extensive experience in change management and a passion for fostering effective stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in change management is required.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced knowledge.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change management strategies aligned with project goals.
• Monitor and assess organizational readiness for change.
• Track adoption metrics to measure effectiveness of change initiatives.

Skills

Change Management Principles

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

Teams

Jira

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We are a federal IT company on a mission to make customer experience (CX) the center of every government solution.

Technology is our Passion. People are our Purpose.

We know tech, but we love people. NuAxis is home to thinkers and feelers, engineers and artists. We work hard and support each other along the way. Teamwork is more than just a buzzword for us, it’s a state of mind.

We believe happy employees do amazing work, so join our team NOW! We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead for a Full-Time position.

Job Summary:

The Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead is responsible for developing and executing change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and usage while minimizing resistance. This role will support enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, ensuring that changes to business processes, systems, and technologies are smoothly and successfully implemented to achieve lasting benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Change Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans aligned with project goals and organizational culture.
• Conduct change impact assessments and stakeholder analyses to identify key areas of focus.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels to foster buy-in and support for change initiatives.
• Facilitate change networks, champions, and advisory groups.
  
  

Communication & Training

• Design and deliver targeted communication plans to inform and engage impacted audiences.
• Collaborate with training teams to develop and execute training programs that support skill development and adoption.
  
  

Change Readiness & Adoption

• Monitor and assess organizational readiness for change and develop mitigation strategies.
• Track adoption metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of change initiatives.
  
  

Collaboration & Integration

• Work closely with project managers, business analysts, HR, and IT to integrate change management activities into project plans.
• Ensure alignment between change management and project management methodologies.
  
  

Coaching & Leadership

• Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders and people managers to help them fulfill their change leadership roles.
• Mentor junior change practitioners and contribute to the development of OCM capabilities within the organization.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in change management, organizational development, or related roles.
• Certifications: Prosci, ACMP CCMP, or similar change management certification preferred.
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Experience with large-scale organizational change efforts, including digital transformation, ERP implementations, or M&A integration.
• Proficiency in project management tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, Teams, Jira).
  
  

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in Agile environments or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Background in HR, IT, or business transformation.
  
  

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Our Profile:

We are an IT company with a unique mission—to make people the center of every federal IT solution. Our technologists have always gone the extra mile to help our federal clients succeed. And over the years, we saw a growing disconnect in how federal IT initiatives were built and managed.Time after time, programs failed because the focus was on the tools and products and not the people using them. Learn More .

NuAxis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Learn More about our Benefits and Culture!

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