Management Consultant - Change Management and Adoption

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specializing in Change Management and Adoption. This is a fully remote role within South Africa. You will guide organizations through transformations, minimize resistance, and drive adoption of new ways of working.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in change management, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to foster collaboration within virtual teams. Strong knowledge of ADKAR or Kotter frameworks is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least 6 years in change management consulting.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale change initiatives with measurable adoption outcomes.
• Strong communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change management strategies and plans.
• Assess organizational readiness and identify barriers to change.
• Design and execute communication plans, stakeholder engagement, and training.
• Coach leaders and teams through transitions and changes.
• Measure effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust as needed.
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to drive adoption of new processes or technologies.
• Collaborate with project teams and client stakeholders to ensure integrated change efforts.
• Contribute to best practices in change management within the firm.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's in Organizational Psychology

Tools

ADKAR

Kotter's 8-Step

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected management consultancy, is actively recruiting a Management Consultant specializing in Change Management and Adoption. This role is entirely remote, providing the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will guide organizations through significant transitions, whether driven by technology implementations, process improvements, or strategic shifts. Your expertise will be crucial in minimizing resistance, maximizing employee buy-in, and ensuring the successful adoption of new ways of working. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of human behavior in organizational change, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to foster a collaborative environment within a virtual team setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Assess organizational readiness for change and identify potential barriers.
• Design and execute communication plans, stakeholder engagement activities, and training programs.
• Coach and support leaders and teams through periods of change.
• Measure the effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust strategies as needed.
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to drive adoption of new processes or technologies.
• Collaborate with project teams and client stakeholders to ensure integrated change efforts.
• Contribute to best practices in change management within the firm.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in change management consulting, organizational development, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful change management strategies for large-scale initiatives.
• Strong understanding of change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage change efforts in a remote or hybrid environment.
• Proficiency in project management and change assessment tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based rewards.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Engage in impactful change initiatives for diverse client organizations.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Access to leading change management methodologies and resources.
• Career growth within a reputable consultancy.