Remote Senior Program Manager - Change Management

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Leadership training

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Senior Program Manager specializing in Change Management to join a distributed team. This fully remote role is within South Africa and requires strong strategic planning and change management expertise to drive a portfolio of initiatives that boost operational efficiency and employee experience.

You will design comprehensive change strategies, oversee budgets, and mentor project managers while ensuring adoption of changes across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or related field.
• 8+ years in program and project management with Change Management focus.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex change programs remotely.
• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in program management tools and change management software.
• Experience developing budgets and resource plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program strategies for organizational change initiatives.
• Manage a portfolio of projects, aligning with program objectives and strategy.
• Lead design and implementation of change management plans, including communication strategies and training.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and effective stakeholder communication.
• Develop and manage budgets, resource plans, and timelines.
• Measure and report on change outcomes and benefits.
• Mentor project managers and change leads within the program.
• Ensure changes are adopted into daily operations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Influencing

Budgeting & resource management

Remote/distributed work experience

Change management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology

Tools

Program management tools

Change management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Remote Senior Program Manager specializing in Change Management to join their distributed team. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to work from any approved location within South Africa. You will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of interconnected projects focused on organizational change, driving strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and employee experience. This position demands a leader with exceptional strategic planning capabilities, a deep understanding of change management principles, and a proven ability to manage complex programs across diverse business units. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that change initiatives are effectively planned, communicated, and adopted by the organization, minimizing resistance and maximizing benefits. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator and a skilled facilitator, adept at managing stakeholder expectations in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive program strategies for organizational change initiatives.


• Manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with overall program objectives and business strategy.


• Lead the design and implementation of change management plans, including communication strategies, stakeholder engagement, training, and resistance management.


• Monitor program progress, identify risks and issues, and implement corrective actions.


• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and ensure effective communication among all program stakeholders.


• Develop and manage program budgets, resource plans, and timelines.


• Measure and report on the effectiveness of change initiatives and program outcomes.


• Mentor and guide project managers and change leads within the program.


• Ensure successful adoption and integration of changes into the organization's daily operations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.


• Minimum of 8 years of experience in program and project management, with a strong specialization in Change Management.


• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex change programs in a remote setting.


• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).


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


• Proficiency in program management tools and change management software.


• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets and resources effectively.


• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.


• Experience in a remote-first or heavily distributed work environment is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive senior-level salary.


• Remote work flexibility with a focus on work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning.


• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership training.


• Exposure to high-impact strategic initiatives.


• Generous annual leave and paid time off.