Senior Change Management Associate (0034)

Senior Change Management Associate (0034)
OCT Consulting LLC is a boutique management and strategy consulting company that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology. OCT Consulting has grown significantly within the last 3 years and continues to grow.
Responsibilities and Duties
We are looking to bring onboard experienced federal government management consultants to support a US civil agency client’s effort to reorganize their workforce of over 500 FTEs around Category Management principles. If you are intelligent, intellectually curious, organized, diligent, client-focused, and detail-oriented, and you have significant experience in change management with federal government clients, you may be a great fit for this position Senior
Among other things, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a Change Management Plan to support this reorganization. The plan will pertain to the implementation of a new organizational structure, processes, policies, and procedures. You will need to prepare the organization for the changes, determine change management needs, develop communications to roll out the new changes, and continuously measure and monitor the implementation of the defined changes. You will work closely with business process analysts and communications consultants to ensure that the organization is transforming appropriately vs. plan. You will also brief senior executives on the transformation. You must be a versatile worker and also contribute to other general management consulting tasks as needed (e.g., creating new business processes, leading briefings, conducting general research).
Responsibilities and duties include:
Acting as change management subject matter expert
Developing and leading the rigorous implementation of a comprehensive Change Management Plan in support of the rollout of new processes and procedures related to the reorganization
Creating stellar, aesthetically appealing PPT presentations, infographics, and other work products in support of the change
Conducting 1:1 and group discussions to gauge the level of change and progress vs. plan
Developing and executing approaches (e.g., surveys) to monitor change
Develop communications to update the organization on changes including new processes, policies, procedures, and ways of working
Communicating business process changes to the client’s workforce of over 500 FTEs through cross-channel education and training campaigns
Leading briefings to senior executives and other stakeholders on the extent to which defined changes have been implemented and the relative success of implementation
Providing support and guidance to the government client around issues related to change management, communications, and training.
Assisting with the development of various presentations, briefing materials plans, and infographics using Excel, Google, and MS PowerPoint
Supporting executive-level meeting facilitation and scheduling, and facilitating new and recurring meetings to build consensus, gain approval on key decisions, and conduct research
Draft, finalize, and distribute meeting minutes
As requested, conduct self-directed research and analysis, produce reports and presentations, and complete other work, as assigned
Note that this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a small team of management consultants working closely with high-level government executives to execute a reorganization and build new processes for a high-profile government agency
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
Minimum of ten (10) years of work experience providing expert-level, change management support within the Department of State, DoD, or other Federal agencies. agencies. While not necessary, experience supporting reorganization efforts for a federal agency is desirable.
Certifications related to change management are highly desirable
Excellent organizational and detail-oriented working style; you should be capable of creating executive-level materials with minimal oversight
Excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in support of senior government stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft suite of programs, as well as Google tools to manage Shared files
Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple taskings, and work in a fast-paced working environment
Openness to feedback and continuous self-improvement; self-awareness to understand the areas where you excel and those which will require further development
Highly intellectually curious and resourceful when approaching problems and determining solution
Willingness to perform a broad range of tasks that include everything from high-level strategy creation to administrative duties
Demonstrated critical thinking and flexibility in supporting a diverse set of projects
Bachelor’s Degree
Must possess or be able to obtain and retain a Moderate Risk Public Trust clearance; the investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check (Current Secret or higher clearance preferred)
Ability to Commute
The position is primarily off-site but may require one or more days per week at the Federal client site in Rosslyn, VA (i.e., Arlington, VA) and/or in Washington, DC.
Benefits
Benefits
The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions.
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
Training Benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $(phone number removed) - $(phone number removed) per year, commensurate with experience and education.
About OCT
OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority-owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.
OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.