18 Transformation Consultant jobs in South Africa

South African Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC) is the latest part of PwC, a global brand delivering services for the biggest clients in the world. PwC leads the way in human led, technology enabled professional services, working with clients to transform their business and make it fit for the future.

We are looking for candidates who bring in-depth market experience, who see technology as a way to enable and drive human innovation and who want to be a part of a community of solvers, to tackle the biggest challenges in society.

If you are looking for a career where every day is different, where challenges are complex and where you can make a real difference, then we want to hear from you. By choosing to join SATIC, you are choosing to work with teams all over the world, harnessing the power of world leading tech and making a difference to real people's lives.

We are seeking Finance Transformation Consultants to join our diverse and collaborative team in SATIC. In this role, you'll support high-impact transformation programmes with clients across sectors, working as part of a global delivery model. You'll bring a curiosity about finance operations, a desire to improve how things work, and a commitment to inclusive collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your consulting career by contributing to meaningful client outcomes, leveraging process innovation and supporting the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Diagnostics & Design:
  Assess and map current-state finance processes, identify pain points and support the design of future-state processes aligned to leading practices, compliance requirements, and digital opportunities.
• Finance Operating Model Development:
  Support clients in shaping target operating models (TOMs), including shared services, Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and finance business partnering models.
• Technology Enablement:
  Contribute to ERP / EPM design and deployment (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Cloud, Workday), and assist in integrating automation, analytics, and AI to improve process effectiveness and data-driven decision-making.
• Business Case & Benefits Realization:
  Help clients to develop the business case for change and realise benefits including analysing changes on the operating model to operating costs, risk, and investment.
• Project & Stakeholder Management:
  Lead delivery workstreams or components, ensuring alignment with milestones, quality standards, and risk controls. Maintain strong working relationships with global stakeholders in virtual and hybrid delivery environments.
• Global Delivery & Collaboration:
  Work effectively within a global team structure, collaborating across time zones and cultures, with the ability to deliver autonomously.
• Capability Development & Knowledge Sharing:
  Contribute to internal capability building, tool development, and thought leadership on emerging trends in finance transformation and sector innovation.

Requirements:

• Experience in core finance processes such as P2P, O2C, R2R, and FP&A, with practical involvement in transformation or redesign.
• Business analysis and/or business architecture capabilities (e.g. process mapping, modelling, systems requirements).
• Clear communication and collaboration skills across virtual and multicultural teams.
• Familiarity with ERP / EPM systems functionality such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday, and awareness of enablers like RPA, AI, and analytics.
• Comfortable working independently and contributing to engagements through global delivery.

Desirable Skills:

• Data visualisation skills (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx).
• Experience with automation, analytics, or modelling tools (e.g. Python, AI tools, RPA tools).
• Familiarity with process documentation and mining tools (e.g., Aris, Celonis, Signavio).
• Knowledge of Agile, hybrid, or Waterfall delivery models.
• Experience supporting change management and user adoption.

Inclusion & Belonging

At PwC, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—especially those historically underrepresented in consulting or technology roles. If you don't meet every requirement but are excited about the role, we'd still love to hear from you

Management Level
Manager

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services related to human resources, talent management, and organisational development. They analyse client needs, develop people and organisation strategies. These individuals offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their workforce, enhance employee engagement, and drive organisational effectiveness.

In HR transformation and technology at PwC, you will focus on providing consulting services related to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the HR function and related technologies within organisations. You will work closely with clients to assess HR processes, policies, and systems, and provide guidance on HR transformation, technology implementation, and service delivery models. Your work will involve assisting clients in optimising their HR function to align with business objectives and enhance HR service quality.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member's unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
• Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.
• Effectively mentor others.
• Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.
• Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

South African Technology & Innovation Centre (

SATIC
) is the latest part of PwC, a global brand delivering services for the biggest clients in the world. PwC leads the way in human led, technology enabled professional services, working with clients to transform their business and make it fit for the future.

You will become part of a dynamic and diverse team that blends human ingenuity, deep expertise, and cutting-edge technology. At SATIC, our inclusive workforce brings together forward-thinking perspectives and advanced tools to go beyond conventional solutions. Together, we are redefining service delivery by integrating the right mix of skills, capabilities, and technologies—anchored in quality and innovation.

Position Overview:

The HR Transformation Manager will lead major initiatives focused on process redesign, HRIS implementation, operating model refinement, organizational design, and service delivery improvements. This role involves working closely with HR leadership and key stakeholders to advance strategic projects and ensure their successful execution and integration across the organization

Requirements:

Qualifications / Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

, Business Administration, or a closely related field

• Master's degree (advantageous)

Experience & Skills:

• 5+ years' relevant experience

• Experience in HR transformation, consulting, or related HR leadership roles.

• Proven track record of managing successful HR process design and system implementation projects.

• Strong leadership and project management skills.

• Excellent communication skills with experience interacting with senior leadership.

• Proficiency in change management practices.

• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

• In-depth knowledge of HRIS systems such as Workday, SuccessFactors, Oracle, ServiceNow, and organizational development theories (advantageous)

• Experience with agile methodologies or project management certifications (advantageous)

• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging HR technologies (advantageous)

Responsibilities:

• Manage workstreams within large and complex HR transformation projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

• Lead the design and execution of innovative HR processes that improve efficiency and support strategic objectives.

• Develop and implement operating models and service delivery frameworks that enhance HR effectiveness for our clients.

• Partner with organizational leaders to guide organization design initiatives, aligning structures with business strategies.

• Facilitate meaningful workshops and meetings to gather insights, requirements, and drive stakeholder engagement.

• Mentor and support team members, providing guidance and developing their skills and capabilities.

• Ensure projects are managed following due process including administering the internal risk, budget and finance components of the engagement

Travel Requirements
Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Job Posting End Date
September 30, 2025

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced
Business Transformation Consultant
with a strong focus on
Business Process Automation
to advise clients in the Financial Services industry. This role involves re-engineering processes, leveraging modern technologies such as
GenAI, process mining, automation, robotics, and BPM tools
, and guiding clients in defining a clear roadmap toward their future business vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on products, solutions, and strategies to solve complex challenges in the Financial Services industry.
• Reengineer business processes to align with organizational strategy and industry best practices.
• Support the creation of an organization's Business Vision and Blueprint, focusing on operational optimization.
• Define and outline a strategic roadmap for clients to achieve their future-state business model.
• Assist clients with solution selection, design, and implementation, including shared services and outsourcing solutions.
• Drive profitability improvements through cost management, reduced working capital, and increased asset utilization.
• Stay informed on industry trends, directions, and marketplace players to bring relevant insights to clients.

Requirements
Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of the Financial Services industry, including current trends and challenges.
• Hands-on experience with GenAI, Automation, Robotics, BPM, Process Mining, Decision Engines, and related tools.
• Proven track record in business transformation and process reengineering.
• Ability to design and implement shared services and outsourcing solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving, advisory, and communication skills.

Contract Details

• Start Date: 01 October 2025
• End Date: 31 October 2025
• Duration: 1 Month (Contract)
• Location: Sandton

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Assistant Director: Organizational Development

REF NOHR4/25/09/01HO

Re-advert, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

SALARY: R per annum

CENTRE: Head Office, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS: An Undergraduate qualification at (NQF 6) as recognized by SAQA in

Management Services/ Industrial Engineering/ Operations/ Production Management/ Industrial Psychology/Human Resource Management. Four (4) years functional experience in Organisational Development/ Effectiveness/ Work Study services environment. Knowledge: Basic understanding of policies, regulations, prescripts and legislation, Understanding of efficiency promotion including the development of organisational structure, Job profile design and Job evaluation, Organisational behaviour, Business Process Management, Organisational Design, DPSA Resolutions and Guidelines, Labour Relations Act, Basic knowledge of Public Financial Management Act. Skills: Organizational and planning, Facilitation, Project Management, Computer, Good communication (verbal and written), Listening, Interviewing, Research, Analytical, Good interpersonal relation, Report writing, Innovative.

DUTIES: Manage and facilitate organizational development investigations. Manage and

facilitate the development and review of job profile in the Department. Facilitate and conduct Job Evaluation processes within the Department. Coordinate and Facilitate the development of Business Process Improvement. Conduct change management processes intervention and organizational client survey in the Department.

ENQUIRIES: Mr S Nkhabelane Tel No:

APPLICATIONS: Chief Director: Human Resources Management: Private Bag X117, Pretoria,

0001 or hand deliver at 215 Francis Baard Street. Email: Jobs-

FORATTENTION: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Head Office

CLOSINGDATE: 12 September 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 00:00 (online)

NOTE: All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and

CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part "F" must be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used soley for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department's intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)

About Us

At Embelo, we're dedicated to helping founders of consulting businesses start and scale efficiently. Backed by our UK-based investors and clients, we deliver exceptional client services to a growing group of UK businesses — combining technical expertise, South African spirit, and the latest in AI-powered services. We believe it takes great people to grow great businesses. That's why we're building a culture that values innovation, curiosity, and getting things done with excellence.

About the Role:

We are working with an independent consultancy dedicated to empowering frontline staff through innovative IT solutions. They are entering an exciting period of growth and building our Cape Town capability to deliver world-class workforce management solutions and scale our operations. As a workforce transformation
Functional Consultant,
you will work end-to-end with clients to design, configure, and implement cutting-edge technology that transforms frontline performance, productivity, and employee experience. Combining your expertise in WFM processes with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset, you'll help organisations unlock efficiency while contributing to the growth of our agile, fast-moving consultancy. If you're ambitious, innovative, and eager to contribute to the early stages of a dynamic consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. Hybrid working model: In office 8-5pm in Observatory, 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Engaging with clients, managing stakeholders, and building strong relationships
• Continuously upskilling on new partner solutions to become a trusted expert across multiple WFM platforms
• Gathering requirements, defining scope, and constructively challenging current ways of working
• Leading to-be process definition and designing end-to-end solutions
• Configuring systems and building solutions that meet customer needs
• Conducting testing, providing user support, and delivering iterative solution improvements
• Facilitating training and supporting change management throughout the implementation lifecycle
• Providing post-implementation support to ensure solutions are fully fit for purpose
• Collaborating with colleagues and clients to ensure the successful delivery of consulting projects
• Contributing to the growth of our dynamic boutique consultancy across diverse areas

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

We are hiring at both junior and mid-level, so whether you're early in your WFM journey or already have solid project experience, we'd love to hear from you. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive, driven individual to make a real impact. We are looking for applicants who have:

• Proven experience in delivering and implementing WFM solutions
• A strong understanding of frontline worker processes and industry best practice
• Hands-on configuration expertise with WFM systems and solutions
• The ability to translate complex business requirements into effective system designs
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A collaborative mindset, supporting and developing others to achieve shared outcomes
• Flexibility, strong prioritisation skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while staying organised

Qualifications:

• BCom in Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Industrial Psychology or Human Resource Management, or a related field.
• Ideally UKG/Kronos, or similar WFM system certifications
• Microsoft Excel / Power BI (for data and reporting-heavy roles)
• Change management certifications (e.g., Prosci)

Why Join Us?

At Embelo, you'll work directly with UK founders and senior leaders while gaining hands-on exposure to international consulting projects in a supportive, close-knit team. We value initiative, growth, and quality delivery — and you'll have the opportunity to help shape processes, influence client success, and develop your expertise in workforce management. This is a place where talent is nurtured, ideas are heard, and sustainable growth is a shared goal. If you're organised, proactive, and energised by the chance to work with a dynamic South African team supporting global clients, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Title: Senior Manager, Organizational Development and Sports – Africa

Location: Africa Region

Department: SO Africa Region

Reports to: Director, Program Development and Sports SO Africa Region

Organization Summary:

Founded in 1968, Special Olympics is a global movement to end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities. We foster acceptance of all people through the power of sport and programming in education, health, and leadership. With nearly four million athletes and Unified Sports partners and one million coaches and volunteers in more than 170 countries, Special Olympics delivers more than 30 Olympic-type sports and nearly 50,000 games and competitions every year. Learn more at

JOB DESCRIPTION

Worksite: Home-based office with approximately 60 to 70% travel to Special Olympics Programs and events in the Africa Region.

Position Summary :

The Senior Manager, Organizational Development and Sports, Africa Region will have the responsibility to assess, advise, consult and assist in all aspects of organizational program development. He/she will identify needs and opportunities for Special Olympics initiatives and services and advise leadership on potential improvements, disseminate and collect best practices and develop and create new activities to support growth, as part of each Program's strategic planning process. These activities may include but are not limited to recruitment/retention of coaches, athletes and volunteers, event management, all areas of fundraising and financial planning. He/she will provide leadership, training, service and support to insure a strong understanding and commitment by Programs to the Special Olympics General Rules, Strategic Plan and Priorities of the Special Olympics Movement. He/she will be the first line of authority and communication from the Director, Program Development and Sports SO Africa Region to assigned Programs to proactively solve the wide range of challenges that affect Programs and the Movement on a day to day basis. It is expected that the Senior Manager, Organizational Development and Sports will develop several areas of expertise that can be deployed anywhere in the Movement.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop outstanding relationships with the Program CEOs and Board Chairs in the Region to ensure optimal engagement and a sense of partnership. Communicate with these individuals on a regular basis to insure that programs have a current understanding of Program issues, Program achievements and an understanding of regional trends.

• Seek additional counsel from both the President and Managing Director and SOI, the Director, Program Development and Sports SO Africa Region and Africa Region staff whenever necessary to proactively support the Program and help foster interaction across constituencies.

• Customize SOI curriculum, materials and templates to assist Programs with annual planning and evaluation.

• Support implementation and on-going utilization of the PQS (Program Quality Standards) to develop performance and accountability goals for initiatives, services, events and recruitment.

• Will help in the process of transitioning the PQS system to the new Program standards and provide training to Program leadership in understanding the purpose and use of Program standards.

• Support planning and facilitation of orientation and training of new CEOs and Board Chairs. Collaboratively develop a succession plan for staff and board.

• Develop and provide expertise in specific SOI areas including, but not limited to inclusion, governance, board development, outreach strategies, government relations and fundraising.

• Work with SOI Chief Legal Officer and Managing Director on resolving all compliance issues related to accreditation and the General Rules.

• Serve as a key resource for Programs to identify and apply for grants, collaborative fundraising opportunities and government funding.

• Monitor the progress and provide detailed reports on the Program Action Plans and Regional strategic plan and provide guidance to Program leaders in their planning process to conform with the Regional and Global strategic plan.

• Provide guidance and lead World Games application process, registration and will supervise Regional program leaders to during the Games.

• Will supervise and provide guidance to 2 Regional athlete leaders in areas of sports.

Required Qualifications :

• Academic qualification that will meet the position and five to seven years of related experience with a non-profit organization or association with strong grass roots and/or constituent based relationship or focus on organizational development, public or social policy.

• Preferred extensive experience managing and leading teams.

• Preferred experience in one of the following: service on a non-profit board; board /staff management and leadership development; board/staff evaluation; creating, facilitating and managing strategic planning; or experience in developing and writing cases for support.

• Preferred: through knowledge and leadership experience with the Special Olympics Movement.

Desired Qualifications :

• Ability to be creative in designing programs and exacting in their execution.

• Excellent leadership, negotiating and consensus building skills.

• Proven ability to build and maintain trust with a wide array of clients and staff

• Appreciation and respect for diversity.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet multiple, competing responsibilities and to lead others

• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment

• Superior written, computer and oral communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to mobilize a team around shared goals. Ability to work in and lead teams that include SOA staff, volunteers, athletes and Program leadership.

ELIGIBILITY

Suitably Qualified

Candidates

CLOSING DATE

REFERENCE NUMBER

FPR 36/25 Ext

SALARY

TCOE: R R

DEPARTMENT

Organisational Effectiveness

&Innovation

DIRECTORATE

FUTURE PLANNING AND

RESILIENCE

Principal Organizational Development

Specilaist-Change Management and leadership

Requirements

• A three-year tertiary qualification, with a focus in social

sciences or behavioural sciences. Preference would be a

postgraduate qualification in Organisational Psychology or

equivalent

• Certification in change management methodology would be an

advantage

• Eight (8) years or more working experience coupled with

experience in organizational behaviour/change

management/organisational development

• A valid driver's license is preferred.

Key Performance Areas

• Facilitate the development and implementation of

change management and change leadership strategies

across all the directorates / departments of the City of

Cape Town

• Engage and build relationships with various stakeholders

proactively through communication and collaboration to

enable effectiveness of organisational change

• Plan and execute specific key strategic initiatives

(organisational; technical; cultural) by applying change

management principles for large scale transversal and key City

projects

• Provide input to and implement change readiness assessments,

develop communication, sponsorship, stakeholder engagement

and training plans while also identifying areas of resistance

• Develop specific interventions to address resistance at individual

and team levels and facilitate change sessions/ conversations with

senior management and teams

• Build change management capability by collaborating with

the Organisational Development team to institutionalise

change leadership in the city as key leadership / management

competency

• Utilise a variety of organisational development, people

management and change management methodologies and

best practice approaches to deliver on key functions.

Job Description

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

About Strategy& and Fit for Growth

Strategy&, PwC's global strategy consulting business, leverages the
Fit for Growth
approach to help organizations build differentiating capabilities, strategically manage costs, and realign their structures for sustainable growth. In today's climate of uncertainty, our solutions enable clients to strengthen their core, optimize operations, and unlock long-term value.

We enable our clients to cut costs and grow stronger at the same time. Our solutions assist companies to align their strategies with their capabilities, ensure the organisation structure is conducive to enabling workforce productivity to achieve the business strategy, and the business costs are reflective of the business strategy and operations for maximum efficiencies and revenues.

Job Purpose:

Lead and deliver high-impact business transformation initiatives applying Strategy&'s Fit for Growth methodology. This role requires a leader & strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, deep industry insight, and a proven track record in successfully selling and delivering impact-based engagements through operating model design, cost optimization, and business restructuring.

What's going to be expected of you:

• Sell and deliver end-to-end strategy-based transformation projects across industries.
• Conduct deep-dive diagnostics into business operations, cost structures, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations supported by data-driven insights and industry benchmarks.
• Face-to-face engagement and interaction with client and team
• Lead business development efforts, including proposal development, client relationship management, and opportunity identification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
• Mentor and develop consultants, fostering a high-performance and inclusive team culture.
• Demonstrate resilience, agility and adaptability across client contexts and sectors.
• Experience in leading a team in the delivery of client engagements

Minimum Requirements
:

Education:

• Post graduate degree from a top tier University in either Engineering, Finance, Mathematics and/or Actuarial Science.
• CFA level 1/MBA - advantageous.

Experience & Technical Skills:

• Minimum years' strategic work experience with a reputable consulting firm.
• Demonstrated experience across the full consulting lifecycle: sales, delivery, and project closure
• Consulting experience in Financial Services, Telecommunications and Infrastructure Sectors.
• Advanced proficiency in analytics tools including excel, python etc.
• Proven track record in cost reduction, digital transformation, operating model redesign, and performance improvement.

Soft Skills:

• High emotional intelligence (EQ) and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and influence in complex, ambiguous environments.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Department:
Management Consultants

Location:
South Africa

Description
Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa. ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-Level Overview
The client is a South African management consulting firm that helps institutions deliver meaningful transformation. It primarily serves the public sector, including municipalities and municipal-owned entities, tackling complex service delivery challenges. The firm works in lean, senior-led teams that focus on apprenticeship, capability building, and delivering results in real-world contexts.

The client is replacing a departing consultant and requires a generalist Consultant to join its municipal transformation team. The consultant will independently manage a defined workstream, from diagnostics and business requirements through to implementation support. Immediate assignments include a digital transformation program within a municipal entity, where the consultant will assess maturity, define future-state processes, and support system enablement on a department-by-department basis; and a productivity transformation across eight districts, helping to standardize operating models, processes, and technology.

The role requires strong problem-solving, execution and process management skills, comfort working in the public sector, and the ability to engage directly with client stakeholders. Candidates should bring depth in either digital, strategy, or operating model work, with the flexibility to grow across all three.

Role and Responsibilities
Role:
Consultant (Generalist) — Public Sector Transformation
Direct Report:
Engagement Manager (day-to-day), with oversight from Associate Partner and Managing Director
Candidates Required:
1
Key Deliverables:
The consultant will take ownership of a workstream and collaborate with colleagues, leadership, and clients to conduct diagnostics, design recommendations, drive implementation, and engage stakeholders across diverse contexts, projects, and topics. While the project pipeline is expected to evolve, initial projects include:

• Digital Transformation
  (Municipal Entities): Manage implementation of digital transformation within assigned departments.
• Onboarding & Workstream Setup:
  Review maturity tools, BRD frameworks, and prior assets; agree scope, metrics, and review cadence; and develop workplan
• Diagnostics & Maturity Assessment:
  Conduct interviews and artifact reviews; map current processes/systems; deliver maturity assessment and gap analysis.
• Business Requirements & Operating Model Alignment:
  Facilitate requirements gathering, draft BRD, and align to-be processes with governance and reporting structures.
• Solution Definition & Vendor Coordination:
  Package requirements for solution design; liaise with vendors/developers; validate designs against BRD and to-be processes.
• Implementation Support & Project Management:
  Manage RAID log, timelines, and dependencies; lead stand-ups and Steering Committee reporting; coordinate SIT/UAT testing and sign-off.
• Change Management & Enablement:
  Draft SOPs, quick guides, and training materials; prepare stakeholder comms; embed sustainability and benefits tracking.
• Performance Tracking, Handover & Rotation:
  Deliver dashboards and closure packs; capture lessons learned; rotate to next department or pivot to productivity program.
• Productivity transformation
  (Eight Districts): Manage implementation of process and operating model standardization across districts.
• Onboarding & Workstream Setup:
  Define scope for the assigned district; confirm success metrics; align with PMO governance cadence; and finalize workplan
• Diagnostics & Maturity Assessment:
  Map people, processes, and technology; identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and district-level variations.
• Business Requirements & Operating Model Alignment:
  Apply firm templates to re-engineer processes; harmonize policies, governance, and reporting lines across districts.
• Solution Definition & Tools:
  Contribute to technology selection and integration; ensure process alignment with chosen platforms.
• Implementation Support & Project Management:
  Manage RAID log, timelines, and dependencies; consolidate district inputs into the central PMO for oversight
• Change Management & Enablement:
  Develop comms, SOPs, and training to support adoption of new processes and systems.
• Performance Tracking, Handover & Rotation:
  Stand up dashboards/KPIs to track productivity gains; deliver closure packs; support PMO scaling across districts.

Requirements
Experience Required:

• ~2–3 years' experience in management consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to own a workstream end-to-end with guidance from a team lead.
• Comfort operating across strategy, digital transformation, and process/operating model; a spike in any one area is welcome.

Technical Requirements:

• 4-year degree in any discipline (minimum requirement)
• Core consulting toolkit: problem definition, structuring, analysis, recommendation, synthesis, and presentation.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills for analysis and communication.
• Strong end-to-end process management, orchestrating and coordinating across all stakeholders to deliver milestones on time

Other Skills:

• Structured problem-solver; concise communicator (written decks and verbal updates).
• Strong stakeholder management skills (internally and with department-level clients)
• Learning mindset; able to switch contexts and maintain momentum under hybrid ways of working.
• High ownership, reliable follow-through, and attention to detail

**Working Arrangement

Location:
Based in Johannesburg – on-site at client locations across the metro as required
Language:
English
Travel:
TBD
Terms of agreement:

Start Date:
ASAP - Mid-October
Contracting Period:**
18–36 months