Hybrid Change and Transformation Advisor (Retainer) Change and Transformation Advisor (Retainer) with verification

Application period 27-Aug-2024 to 24-Sep-2024

Functional Responsibilities:

• Consulting
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior management on complex business issues.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business operations, strategic planning, and organizational development.
• Identify and recommend solutions to improve organizational performance and efficiency, and in alignment with wider transformation efforts.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions to gather input and build consensus on strategic initiatives.
• Develop and present clear and concise reports and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Project Management
• Lead and manage complex programmes and projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholders effectively.
• Ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Facilitate project team meetings and communication.
• Monitor project progress and report on performance.
• Analysis
• Conduct in-depth analysis of data, processes, and systems.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and develop recommendations.
• Analyze data to inform decision-making and measure impact.
• Develop and present data visualizations and reports to stakeholders.
• Facilitate data-driven discussions and workshops.
• Solution Design
• Develop and implement creative solutions to address complex business challenges.
• Utilize design thinking principles to generate innovative solutions.
• Translate business needs into practical solutions and prototypes.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to develop solutions.
• Present and advocate for proposed solutions to stakeholders.
• Organization Design
• Conduct organizational assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Design and implement organizational changes to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and agility.
• Develop and implement new organizational structures, workflows, and processes.
• Facilitate change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions.
• Provide guidance and support to teams during organizational change.
• Strategy Development
• Participate in the development and refinement of departmental and organizational strategies.
• Align strategies with UNOPS strategic priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Conduct research and analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Develop and present strategic plans, frameworks, and action plans.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and discussions.
• Strategic Communication
• Develop and implement strategic communication plans.
• Write clear, concise, and impactful strategic documents.
• Communicate strategic plans, frameworks, and action plans to stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver presentations and speeches on strategic initiatives.
• Manage and maintain communication channels for strategic updates.
• Change Management:
• Utilize best practice in change management to develop and implement change management plans: to minimize change resistance, maximize adoption and enable project outcomes
• Communicate change initiatives effectively to stakeholders.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and build consensus.
• Manage conflict and resolve issues related to change progress.
• Provide training and support to teams during change implementation.
• Plan and execute mechanism for tracking change adoption and for ensuring changes are embedded longer term.
  
  
  

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education Requirements:

• An Advanced University degree (Master's or equivalent) preferably in Business Administration or relevant field is required;
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) preferably in Business Administration or relevant field in combination with 2 additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
• Relevant certification related to the functional areas such as PRINCE 2, Agile, PROSCI Change etc. is a distinct advantage.
  
  
  

Experience Requirements:

Mandatory:

• 7 years of experience in advisory services with a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated practical experience in leading and executing projects in at least two of the functional areas below is required:
• Project Management (service sector)
• Analysis (data, process, systems, value proposition)
• Organizational design
• Solution design
• Strategy
• Strategic communication
• Change Management
  
• Leading or advising Organizational Transformation initiatives is required
• Root cause analysis and concept development experience is required
• Proven experience collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior management to drive results
• Proven experience engaging with senior C-suite stakeholders
  
  

Desirables:

• Management Advisory experience is highly desirable
• Experience in global or multicountry transformation initiatives is an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and functional areas listed above.
• Experience in development and execution of communication and stakeholder engagement strategies
  
  
  

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in written and oral English required.
• Knowledge of a second UN language (preferably French or Spanish) is an asset.
  
  

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Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.