The specialist will drive the adoption of a new cloud-based procurement system by managing stakeholder communications, training programs, and organizational change initiatives. They will also assess system impacts, track project risks, and develop documentation to ensure minimal disruption during the transition.
Change Management Specialist-Long-Term Contract (Government) Position Title: Change Management Specialist
Worksite Address: Washington, DC
Interviews: Webcam Only
Short Description: Client seeks a Change Management Specialist for the PASS Modernization Project, replacing the current procurement system with a state-of-the-art cloud solution. This role drives adoption, communication, training, and minimal disruption.
Complete Description: The District Government’s PASS Modernization Project is replacing the existing on-premises procurement management system with a new state-of-the-art cloud solution. Client seeks a Change Management Specialist who will play a key role in the change management process. This role involves:
Aligning changes with organizational goals
Assessing the impact of new system processes
Facilitating communication among stakeholder groups
Scheduling training and providing support to ensure smooth adoption
Emphasizing minimal disruption to existing work while maintaining the project schedule
Roles & Responsibilities
Apply a structured methodology to support change management activities based on experience with change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
Leverage change management processes and tools to assist in creating a plan and strategy that supports adoption of changes required by the project.
Support the design, development, delivery, and management of key communications to project stakeholders.
As directed by the client Change Manager, assess change impact by conducting impact analyses, evaluating change readiness, and identifying key stakeholder groups.
Support training efforts by providing input, documenting requirements, scheduling sessions, and assisting with the design and delivery of training programs.
Contribute to the creation of core change management plans, including stakeholder communication plans and training plans.
Participate in organizational redesign efforts, including defining new roles and responsibilities and updating policies and procedures as needed.
Coordinate change management initiatives with the client Change Manager, other team members, and the PMO.
Track and report issues to the client Change Manager and, as directed, support entries in the project’s Risk, Actions, Issues, and Decisions (RAID) log.
Use videoconferencing tools to conduct meetings, workshops, and communication briefings.
May participate in or manage the creation of change-related communication videos.
Organize and maintain documents in designated Microsoft Teams folders, ensuring all documentation is current and easily accessible to procurement staff.
Develop clear, step-by-step job aids to support the implementation of new or revised processes.
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