Change Management Lead

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a prestigious management consultancy to hire a seasoned Change Management Lead in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will guide organizations through major transformations, drive adoption, and shape successful outcomes for clients across industries.

Responsibilities include developing change management plans, engaging stakeholders, and mitigating resistance. The ideal candidate has deep framework knowledge (ADKAR, Kotter), strong communication, leadership, and travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, HR, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in change management or related fields.
• Experience leading large-scale change initiatives and knowledge of ADKAR or Kotter frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement holistic change management strategies for complex projects.
• Conduct change impact assessments and stakeholder analyses.
• Design and deliver communication and training programs for change initiatives.
• Engage with and influence key stakeholders to build sponsorship.
• Identify and manage risks and issues related to change implementation.
• Develop and track KPIs for change management effectiveness.
• Coach and mentor project teams and leaders on best practices.
• Foster a positive organizational culture to support ongoing change.

Skills

Change management frameworks

Communication

Influencing

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consultancy, is seeking a seasoned Change Management Lead to join their team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This critical role focuses on guiding organizations through significant transformations, ensuring smooth transitions, and maximizing employee adoption of new strategies, processes, or technologies. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive change management plans, engaging stakeholders, and mitigating resistance to change. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of change management methodologies, excellent communication and influencing skills, and a proven track record of successfully managing organizational change initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to make a substantial impact on client organizations within the Northern Cape and build a rewarding career in change leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement holistic change management strategies and plans for complex projects.


• Conduct change impact assessments and stakeholder analyses to identify potential challenges and opportunities.


• Design and deliver communication and training programs to support change initiatives.


• Engage with and influence key stakeholders at all levels of the organization to build buy-in and sponsorship.


• Identify and manage risks and issues related to change implementation.


• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for change management effectiveness.


• Coach and mentor project teams and leaders on change management best practices.


• Foster a positive and adaptive organizational culture to support ongoing change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.


• Master’s degree preferred.


• A minimum of 6 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or project management with a strong change component.


• Proven experience in developing and executing successful change management strategies for large-scale initiatives.


• In-depth knowledge of change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).


• Excellent communication, facilitation, negotiation, and influencing skills.


• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.


• Ability to analyze complex situations and develop practical, actionable solutions.


• Experience working with clients in the Kimberley area or Northern Cape province is a significant advantage.


• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.

You will have the chance to work on impactful transformation projects that shape the future of businesses in the Northern Cape . We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where expertise in change leadership is highly valued. Join us to guide organizations through their most critical transitions and build a successful career.