Management Consultant - Organizational Design & Change Management

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional development & certs in 5–

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Management Consultant specialized in Organizational Design and Change Management to lead transformative projects in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will design structures, craft change strategies, and drive adoption across client organizations.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or HR and at least four years of consulting experience in organizational design and change programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• 4+ years in organizational design, change management consulting, or similar.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing change management plans for large-scale initiatives.
• Strong understanding of organizational development theories and methodologies.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess current structures, roles, and responsibilities to identify improvements.
• Design effective structures, reporting lines, and governance models.
• Develop and implement change management strategies, communications, and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Identify resistance to change and develop mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate workshops and training to support transitions to new designs and processes.
• Measure impact of change initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Advise leadership on organizational development and change leadership.

Skills

Organizational design

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Communication

Influencing

HR transformation

Education

Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, HR, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consultancy, is recruiting for a skilled Management Consultant focused on Organizational Design and Change Management. This role, based in Bloemfontein, Free State , is critical for assisting clients in navigating complex organizational transformations, restructuring efforts, and implementing change initiatives effectively. You will be responsible for designing optimal organizational structures, developing change management strategies, and ensuring successful adoption of new ways of working. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in organizational psychology, change methodologies, and stakeholder engagement. Operating from Bloemfontein , the judicial capital, offers unique opportunities to engage with public sector entities and large regional businesses undergoing significant strategic shifts. This is a chance to drive meaningful organizational evolution and support clients through critical transitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities to identify areas for improvement and alignment with strategic goals.
• Design effective organizational structures, reporting lines, and governance models.
• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies, communication plans, and stakeholder engagement approaches.
• Identify potential resistance to change and develop mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to support the transition to new organizational designs and processes.
• Measure the impact of change initiatives and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Advise leadership teams on best practices in organizational development and change leadership.
• Ensure smooth execution of change projects, managing timelines and deliverables effectively.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in organizational design, change management consulting, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing change management plans for large-scale initiatives.
• Strong understanding of organizational development theories and methodologies.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to analyze complex organizational dynamics and design practical solutions.
• Experience with HR transformation projects is a plus.
• Adaptability and resilience in managing complex client situations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in change management.
• Engaging work on significant organizational transformation projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Generous annual leave and wellness programs.
• Flexible working arrangements.