Change Management Consultant

Hybrid (Onsite 3 days/wk)

Description:

DSI is searching for a Change Management Consultant: Communication Lead who will lead the development of a communication strategy, plans and materials with the associated deliverables. These deliverables would include but are not limited to:

• Develop a comprehensive communication strategy
• Develop a comprehensive communication plan
• Develop communication templates (Internal/External)
• Develop master communication delivery schedule
  
  

This individual must have strong project management and planning skills. They must be comfortable and adept at communications (formal and informal) and have a solid understanding of communication strategies. They must be comfortable and effective in building relationships across the organizational spectrum, including executive (C-level) communication. They must be able to manage and leverage existing resources and dispersed often "dotted line” non OCM team members. This is a "hands on” role and includes deliverables development as well as strategy development and planning. This role will be under the direction and guidance of the program owner.

Responsibilities:

During the lifecycle of the program the OCM Communication lead will:

• Developing an organizational change approach for varied complexity projects or program workstreams using a defined methodology, including sponsorship, communications, training, reinforcement, and resistance management.
• Developing communication strategies, plans and materials.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders (business users, HR professionals, IT) to identify user-specific communication needs based on roles, functionalities, and desired outcomes. Assess current communication preferences to design appropriate communication plans.
• Align communication strategies, plans and activities to tell a cohesive story across the entire program.
• Develop and define strategies, frameworks, and roadmaps for communicating to diverse audiences.
• Maintain a high degree of cross-functional team coordination.
  
  

Requirements:

• Demonstrated 5 years of experience working with Organizational Change Management Communication tools and techniques, including:
• Expertise in Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities such as OCM communication, OCM Training and OCM Readiness.
• Experience in a framework for managing the effect of new business processes, new technology or changes in organizational culture within an enterprise.
• Proven experience in creating and delivering engaging communication strategies.
• Strong understanding of storytelling and communication methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to captivate and engage diverse audiences.
• The candidate should also have experience with design and development of Communication Plans and Materials.
• The candidate must be technology aware and should have experience with technology projects.
• Accomplished Change Management Professional.
• PROSCI & ADKAR change management methodology.
• Change Management Strategy and Planning.
• Training Strategy and Planning.
• Communication Strategy and Planning.
• Experience in leading Change Management in Supply Chain, Transportation and/or Logistics.
• PROSCI Change Management certifications(s) preferred.
• Experience in large scale transformation (5,000 impacted individuals).
  
  

About Diversified Systems

Founded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award-winning Technology Services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages.

Diversified Systems is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

DSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve. As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.