Change Management Specialist

Role Summary

This is a remote position.

Genesis Consulting has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Change Management Specialist to join our team in support of a Federal Client’s project centered around Data Management and Analytics. Join our team and work on challenging, complex solutions that are driving innovation and technology advancement in the local community. Work with teams that are rapidly delivering value to their customers leveraging concepts of Lean, Agile, Kanban and SAFe. Our clients are some of the world’s leading companies and the candidate will be a part of challenging projects to build and support technical solutions for their needs.

OTHER

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Ability and willingness to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

The Change Management Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions during the project's technology and process improvements. This role requires a strong communicator with expertise in change management frameworks and a track record of successfully guiding organizations through periods of change.

• Develop and implement comprehensive change management plans that align with project objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Identify and assess the impact of changes on various teams within the organization and design strategies to mitigate resistance.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to communicate changes effectively, providing clarity on new processes and technology implementations.
• Conduct change readiness assessments to understand the organization's capacity to adapt and prepare for upcoming changes.
• Design and facilitate training programs and workshops to equip employees with the skills and knowledge required to manage transitions effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives, gathering feedback and adjusting strategies as necessary.
• Prepare and distribute communications to keep stakeholders informed about changes, project updates, and support resources.
• Foster a culture of change within the organization by promoting the benefits of new technologies and processes, encouraging engagement and collaboration.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in change management or organizational development roles, preferably in a federal or governmental context.
• Proven expertise in change management methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Lean Change Management).
• Strong understanding of project management principles and the ability to integrate change management into project planning efforts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to negotiate and influence outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) is preferred but not required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or another related field.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) preferred but not required.