Change Control Manager

The Talent Experts; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Change Management Lead to drive a transformative project implementing smart classrooms across multiple campuses. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of learning environments and enhance student engagement, requiring extensive experience in stakeholder management and training facilitation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Change Management, Education Technology, or related field.
• 5 years experience in large-scale tech-driven change projects.
• Certification in Change Management essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead change management effort for multi-campus technology rollout.
• Conduct stakeholder assessments and develop change control processes.
• Design and implement training programs and coordinate communications.

Skills

Change Management

smart classrooms

4IR

facilitating training

stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree

Job description

Lead transformational change insmart learning spaces across a dynamic academic landscape.
Is this you?
You're a natural facilitator with a passion for people-centred change. Youthrive in stakeholder-rich environments and are at your best when managingdiverse perspectives and navigating organisational complexity. Yourcommunication is clear and persuasive, and your ability to manage resistancewith empathy sets you apart. If you're driven by the challenge of implementingmeaningful change in higher education, this could be your next step.

What you'll be doing(and why you'll enjoy it)
You'll lead the change management effort for a multi-campus technology rolloutfocused on smart classroom environments. From conducting stakeholderassessments and readiness analyses to developing structured change controlprocesses, your work will ensure seamless adoption across academic andtechnical teams. You'll design and implement training programmes, coordinatecommunications, report on adoption progress, and mitigate resistance risks-allwhile aligning with a formal waterfall methodology and working closely withsenior leadership.

Where you'll be doing it
Our client is a well-regarded institution operating at the forefront ofeducational innovation, with a strong commitment to digital transformation andstudent success. Known for its collaborative environment and impactfulinitiatives, the organisation offers a chance to be part of a meaningfulproject that supports academic excellence and modern learning environments.

What you'll need
You hold a degree in Change Management, Education Technology, ICT, or a relatedfield, paired with at least five years' experience in large-scale, tech-drivenchange projects. You're confident in using methodologies like ADKAR, Prosci, orKotter, and ideally have experience in the higher education sector. A ChangeManagement certification is essential, along with a track record infacilitating training and stakeholder engagement. Experience with smartclassrooms or 4IR technologies will be a distinct advantage.

What you'll get
A high-impact role on a transformative academic project, working withforward-thinking leaders. You'll gain experience across campuses, buildrelationships at every level, and play a pivotal role in reshaping the learningenvironment for thousands of students and faculty.

How to apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Judy Engelbrecht on [Phone Number Removed];or send your CV to [Email Address Removed].
We appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date. No problem, just sendus what you have.
We do respond to everyone! Just give us a few days to work through yourapplication.

Desired Skills:

• Change Management
• smart classrooms
• 4IR
• facilitating training
• stakeholder engagement

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree