Senior Consultant - Organisational Change Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Consultant specializing in Organisational Change Management to lead change initiatives for client transformations. You will design strategies, engage stakeholders, and drive adoption of new technologies and structures.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in change management, with strong understanding of Prosci ADKAR or Kotter frameworks, and excellent communication and facilitation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in change management or organizational development, preferably in consulting.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale organizational change programs.
• Strong knowledge of change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to analyze organizational dynamics and tailor change solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Conduct change readiness assessments and stakeholder analyses.
• Design and deliver communication and engagement plans for change initiatives.
• Develop training programs and materials to facilitate adoption of new ways of working.
• Identify and mitigate resistance to change and partner with project teams to embed change principles.
• Measure and evaluate effectiveness of change interventions and coach leaders.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Training development

Communication skills

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is actively seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Organisational Change Management to join their practice in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is critical for assisting clients navigate complex transformations, ensuring smooth adoption of new strategies, technologies, and structures. You will be responsible for designing and implementing change management strategies, engaging stakeholders, and mitigating resistance to change. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of human behavior in organizational contexts, and a proven ability to drive successful change initiatives. This is a stimulating role for a seasoned professional in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Conduct change readiness assessments and stakeholder analyses.
• Design and deliver communication and engagement plans to support change initiatives.
• Develop training programs and materials to facilitate the adoption of new ways of working.
• Identify and manage resistance to change, developing mitigation strategies.
• Partner with project teams and business leaders to embed change management principles.
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of change interventions.
• Provide coaching and support to leaders and teams undergoing transformation.
• Contribute to the firm's expertise in change management best practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or a related field, preferably within consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale organizational change programs.
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to analyze complex organizational dynamics and develop tailored change solutions.
• A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
• Experience in developing and delivering training materials.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, supporting clients both on-site in Vereeniging and remotely.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented approach.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical aid, retirement savings, and performance-related bonuses. Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career progression are abundant. The firm cultivates a collaborative and supportive work environment that values individual contributions. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects in Vereeniging, Gauteng .