Senior Consultant - Change Management & Transformation

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance-based bonuses

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant in Change Management and Transformation in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will guide organizations through significant change, ensuring adoption of new strategies, technologies, and structures while engaging employees and leaders.

The role requires 5+ years in change management or related consulting, with strong communication, facilitation, and project management skills. On-site in Pretoria with provincial travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Admin, HR, or related field. Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in change management, organizational development, or related consulting roles.
• Experience with ADKAR or Kotter's 8-Step Process; strong stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute change management strategies and plans for client organizations.
• Conduct change impact assessments to identify challenges and risks.
• Design and deliver communication and training programs to support change initiatives.
• Engage and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the change process.
• Facilitate workshops and focus groups to gather feedback and foster buy-in.
• Develop and track KPIs for change management effectiveness.
• Provide coaching to leadership and project teams on best practices.
• Analyze organizational culture and resistance points; develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers to align change efforts with project goals.
• Contribute to development of client change management methodologies.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Facilitation

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant specializing in Change Management and Transformation to join their esteemed practice in Pretoria, Gauteng . This role is crucial for guiding organizations through periods of significant change, ensuring seamless adoption of new strategies, technologies, and organizational structures. You will work with a variety of clients to develop and implement robust change management plans that minimize disruption and maximize employee engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in organizational behavior and project management within a dynamic consulting environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a passion for facilitating positive organizational evolution in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies and plans for client organizations.
• Conduct change impact assessments to identify potential challenges and risks associated with organizational changes.
• Design and deliver communication and training programs to support change initiatives.
• Engage and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the change process.
• Facilitate workshops and focus groups to gather feedback and foster buy-in.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for change management effectiveness.
• Provide coaching and support to leadership and project teams on change management best practices.
• Analyze organizational culture and resistance points, developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers and functional leads to ensure alignment between change efforts and project goals.
• Contribute to the development of our client's change management methodologies and offerings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or related consulting roles.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful change management strategies in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of change management models (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in project management and managing multiple workstreams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must be able to work on-site in Pretoria, Gauteng , with occasional travel within the province.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary, excellent benefits package including medical aid, pension fund, and performance-based bonuses.
• We invest in our employees' growth through extensive training, development programs, and opportunities for career advancement.
• This role is based in our Pretoria office, offering a professional environment and the chance to work on impactful transformation projects for leading organizations in Gauteng and across South Africa.
• Be part of a forward-thinking consultancy committed to making a difference.