Job Description
The Organizational Change Management (OCM) Director is responsible for guiding organizations through all phases of change initiatives, ensuring seamless adoption and lasting success. This role requires a blend of strategic acumen and hands-on execution, driving change programs that align with organizational goals and culture. Key responsibilities include:
Organizational Readiness Assessment
- Assess organizational readiness through surveys and interviews, then analyze the results to customize change management plans.
Change Management Strategy Development
- Develop strategies that address changes in people, processes, and technology, ensuring alignment with business goals and organizational culture.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Design and implement communication plans to engage stakeholders, using presentations, written materials, and events to foster awareness and support across employees, leadership and other stakeholders.
Collaboration With Leadership Teams
- Identify potential areas of resistance and key influencers. Partner with leadership to anticipate challenges, address concerns, and champion change initiatives.
Training And Development
- Facilitate design and delivery of training tailored new systems, processes, or roles using classroom sessions, e-learning, job aids, and ongoing support to facilitate adoption.
Project Team Support
- Guide project teams in applying change management principles, track adoption progress, and refine approaches based on ongoing feedback and project developments.
Sustainment Of Change
- Ensure long-term success of change initiatives by embedding new practices and measuring organizational performance improvements.
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading large-scale change or transformation projects.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities
- In-depth knowledge of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci)
- Demonstrated ability to influence, motivate, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in conducting readiness assessments and interpreting data.
- Adaptable, empathetic, and results-driven approach
- Formal certifications in OCM – PROSCI, APMG or similar
- A Background in Consulting, Psychology, Organizational Development, or related field with experience working across diverse industries.
Salary Range: $158,950 - $215,050 a year
