Change Management Specialist (12 Months Contract) O Band at Rand Water

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required, majors include: Business Administration (BA), Finance, Project Management, Organizational Psychology
• Master’s Degree is advantageous
• Certifications: Change Management Certifications:
• Prosci Change Management Certification
• ACMP Change Management Professional (CMP) Certification
• Minimum of 8 years in Transformation and Change Management Consulting, multi-project management with a strong track record of successful implementations.
• Prior experience in change management
• Knowledge of change management methodologies
• Understanding of financial processes
• Prior experience in Finance
• Project Management Experience
• Advanced computer literacy proficiency
• Valid Code 8 driver’s license

Primary Duties

• Guiding Successful Transitions: Develop and implement comprehensive change management plans to ensure a smooth and successful shift towards new processes, technologies, or structures.
• Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to guarantee clear communication and alignment with change initiatives. This fosters a collaborative environment and minimizes resistance.
• Education & Training: Facilitate workshops and training sessions to equip employees with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively adopt and utilize the changes.
• Communication Champion: Develop and distribute communication materials to keep employees informed and engaged throughout the change process. This transparency addresses concerns and builds trust.
• Progress Monitoring & Evaluation: Closely monitor and assess the progress of change initiatives. Identify any roadblocks or resistance that may arise and take appropriate actions to address them.
• Impact Analysis & Optimization: Analyze the impact of the changes on the organization. Recommend adjustments to optimize the adoption and effectiveness of the new processes for maximum benefit.
• Change Needs Assessment: Partner with leadership to assess the need for change, analyzing business goals, industry trends, and internal metrics. Identify opportunities for improvement and areas where change management can provide strategic value.
• Strategic Planning & Alignment: Develop data-driven change management plans that align with the organization's overall strategic objectives. This ensures change initiatives directly contribute to achieving long-term goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Proactively identify and engage key stakeholders across all levels and departments. Understand their needs and concerns, and tailor communication and engagement strategies to secure their buy-in and support for the change initiative.
• Risk Management: Conduct a thorough risk assessment to identify potential challenges and roadblocks associated with the change. Develop mitigation strategies to proactively address them and minimize disruption.

Knowledge

• Change Management Principles & Methodologies:
• A strong understanding of core change management principles, including:
• Identifying the need for change and building a compelling case for change.
• Stakeholder identification, engagement, and communication strategies.
• Managing resistance to change.
• Implementing change in a structured and phased approach.
• Measuring the success of change initiatives.
• Familiarity with established change management methodologies, such as:
• Prosci ADKAR Model
• Kotter's 8-Step Change Model
• Financial Knowledge:
• Understanding financial processes, regulations, and terminology is a significant asset. This allows you to:
• Effectively communicate with finance professionals.
• Better assess the impact of change initiatives on the FBU.
• Tailor change management strategies to the specific needs of the finance function.
• Project Management:
• Understanding of project management principles, including:
• Project planning, scope definition, and resource allocation.
• Risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Project monitoring and evaluation.
• Business Acumen:
• General knowledge of business operations and how different departments work together.
• Understanding of organizational structures and hierarchies.