Organisation Design and Change Projects Lead

Mr Price Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban is seeking an experienced organisational development specialist. This role involves driving change management initiatives, implementing performance-enhancing strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to foster a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate must possess a postgraduate degree in HR or Industrial Psychology, with 5-8 years of relevant experience in complex organisational settings. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in leading OD and/or change management projects.
• Proven experience in complex organisational environments.
• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement OD and change projects to enhance performance.
• Partner with leaders to ensure alignment and buy-in.
• Create and execute change management plans.
• Manage planning and delivery of OD programs.
• Support leadership and team development.
• Use diagnostics to assess organisational health.
• Evaluate OD initiatives and recommend improvements.

Skills

Change Management

Project Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Organisational Development

Education

Postgraduate degree (NQF Level 8) in HR or Industrial Psychology

Job description

Job Description

This role drives organisational development (OD), culture shaping, and change management to enable sustainable transformation aligned with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have expertise in change management, project leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• OD & Change Initiatives: Design and implement OD and change projects that enhance business performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with senior leaders, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and buy-in. Develop strategies and programs to foster employee experience and engagement.
• Change Management: Create and execute change management plans, including communication, training, and impact assessments. Build organisational change capability and monitor effectiveness.
• Project Leadership: Manage planning, resources, risks, and delivery of OD programs on time and within scope.
• Capability Building: Support leadership and team development through interventions, workshops, and coaching.
• Data & Insights: Use diagnostics and analytics to assess organisational health and inform strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate OD initiatives and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in leading OD and/or change management projects.
• Postgraduate degree (NQF Level 8) in HR or Industrial Psychology.
• Proven experience in complex organisational environments.
• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in designing and delivering learning and development interventions.