74 Technology Transformation jobs in South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 08/26/2024

Centrax Systems is a provider of next-generation technology solutions and services that addresses customer challenges and empowers enterprises into the future and helping businesses stay ahead.

Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of the ERP system. Conduct impact assessments and manage stakeholder communications. Provide training and support to users during and after the ERP implementation.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Change Management, or related field.
2. 5+ years of experience in change management, with a focus on ERP implementations.
3. Certification in change management methodologies (e.g., PROSCI).
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

We are looking for candidates to fill an organizational change management position in Pretoria, South Africa, with a 3-month extended contract role.

The salary for this role ranges from 40,000 to 51,000 ZAR per month.

Scope of Work: Change Manager

Objective:

To lead and support organizational change initiatives by ensuring smooth transitions, minimizing resistance, and maximizing employee adoption and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop Change Strategies: Design and implement structured change management plans that align with business goals and project timelines.

Stakeholder Engagement: Identify key stakeholders, assess their influence and impact, and maintain open lines of communication throughout the change process.

Impact Analysis: Conduct readiness assessments and impact analyses to understand how changes affect individuals, teams, and departments.

Communication Planning: Create and execute communication strategies that clearly articulate the vision, benefits, and progress of the change.

Training & Support: Collaborate with HR and training teams to develop and deliver training programs that equip employees with the skills and knowledge needed for the change.

Resistance Management: Identify sources of resistance and develop targeted strategies to address concerns and foster buy-in.

Performance Tracking: Establish metrics and feedback loops to monitor adoption, usage, and proficiency, and adjust strategies as needed.

Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, business analysts, and leadership to integrate change management into broader project plans.

Deliverables May Include:

Change impact assessments

Stakeholder maps and engagement plans

Communication and training plans

Resistance management strategies

Adoption and proficiency metrics

Post-implementation reviews

The purpose of this role is to plan and execute Organisational Development strategies across the organisation by developing and providing interventions through implementation of change management, performance management, succession planning and related transformation processes.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAS)

1. Collaborate with Senior Manager: OD and Transformation to develop long term strategic plans for the department.
2. Participate in business planning sessions and identify mitigation of organisational risks relating to Projects.
3. Collaborate with Senior Manager: OD and Transformation with the development of national initiatives and develop project plans for implementing agreed decisions.
4. Prepare and submit required monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

1. Implement and facilitate (if required) the approved OD interventions and plans.
2. Develop ongoing communication for OD processes.
3. Provide support and guide managers and employees in the implementation of Change Management and OD initiatives.
4. Review implementation progress and provide reports to respective stakeholders.
5. Coordinate the participation in annual surveys (e.g. DNA, Deloitte best company to work).
6. Ensure compliance to teambuilding guidelines by engaging with line managers and assisting with recommendations of most appropriate teambuilding interventions.
7. Manage change management data capturing and integrity.

1. Design and implement change management approach by interpreting the business strategies.
2. Formalise the Change management strategy and manage execution thereof together with the Snr Manager OD.
3. Deliver on agreed strategic and operational learning projects and manage their implementation across SANBS in line with service level agreements.
4. Engage with internal and external clients to determine and understand the change managements that will address business objectives and design relevant solutions.
5. Address business needs by translating business requirements into change and (learning) development requirements and by developing implementation plan/s.
6. Build relationships with key stakeholders including HR, line management and relevant HR resources and external parties.
7. Ensure the development solution address requirements and ensure delivery within agreed timelines by contracting and negotiating with vendor/s, addressing any deviations (as required).
8. Ensure the integration of change with other processes in the HR value chain to enhance the company employee value proposition.
9. Identify areas of resource inefficiencies and promote optimisation through multi-skilling and digitisation of processes.

1. Develop Change Management methodologies for the organisation.
2. Provide Change Management stream lead support to strategic and operational projects.
3. Implement Diversity and Inclusion strategies, policies and procedures to embed Change Management.
4. Develop and implement required interventions to promote organisational transformation.
5. Deploy and monitor transition and resistance management plans.
6. Coach, consult, and support Transition Teams.
7. Act as sounding board for transition issues.
8. Build and sustain commitment from key stakeholders.
9. Facilitate and coordinate closing skill gaps through training and other learning activities.
10. Provide regular status updates to the Sponsor and Project Manager.
11. Identify change issues and facilitate their resolution through the Sponsor and Project Manager.
12. Communicate project-wide information.
13. Establish, measure, and communicate Project related change management metrics.
14. Advise leadership on CM issues.

1. Maintain Relationships with external service providers (e.g. Consultants).
2. Manage risks and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
3. Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in the company culture building initiatives, business strategy.
4. Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
5. Understand and embrace the company vision and values, leading by example.
6. Provide input into the overall HR communication plan.

1. Provides management support to the Human Resources function in the area of people metrics, reporting and predictive analytics in relation to projects.
2. Supports the Human Resources leadership team to identify business challenges and use data analysis to help influence changes to the operations, process or programs.
3. Utilizes technology and analytical tools to develop and analyse enterprise-wide people and other cross-function data as needed.
4. Communicates findings to senior management via formal presentations, standard management reporting on periodic/quarterly/annual basis.
5. Collaborates with subject matter experts across the business service areas to improve overall strategic and operational performance and insight.
6. Works as the key representative to the external benchmarks and key surveys supporting the broader HR function.
7. Assist with design of HR data integrations and strategic level reports.

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Change Management
• Holistic / Big Picture
• Judgement and Decision making
• Problem solving
• Planning, Organising

• Ethical behaviour
• Excellence Orientation
• Resilience and stress management
• Self-Management

• Communication
• Conflict Management
• Knowledge Sharing
• Organisational Awareness
• Relationship Building
• Teamwork

• Systems Competence
• Business and Financial Acumen
• Best Practice Thinking
• Accounting Practice
• Business process understanding

• Practical Execution Management
• Strategic leadership

• Honours Degree in Org/Industrial Psych or HR related field.
• Post graduate in Business management (advantage).

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Business and HR.
• 3 years’ Management experience.
• 5 years’ Project Management.
• 5 years in Change Management.

• MS Office (Advanced).
• SAP.
• Driver’s License.
• Policies and Procedures relating to HCM and organisational strategy.

Are you a strategic change leader ready to make a meaningful impact across a dynamic organisation?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Change Management Specialist to support a leading business in driving successful organisational transformation initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for people, process, and performance, who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a proven track record in managing complex change projects.

Working closely with project teams, HR, and key stakeholders, the successful candidate will play a critical role in preparing, supporting, and guiding teams through change journeysensuring smooth transitions and sustained adoption.

• Provide expert guidance and tactical support for change initiatives
• Develop change management plans including communication, training, and coaching strategies
• Assess organisational readiness and change tolerance/fatigue
• Support and build internal change capability across the business
• Collaborate with communication, HR, and project teams to implement change strategies
• Conduct change readiness assessments and post-implementation reviews
• Coach line managers through people-impacting changes
• Monitor change load and identify potential risks to ensure smooth transitions

• B.A. in Psychology or Social Science (essential)
• 35 years experience in a change management role
• Minimum of 2 years in a project-driven environment
• Advanced facilitation skills
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and build strong stakeholder relationships
• High levels of organisational awareness and customer responsiveness

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