Role – OCM Consultant
Levels- A to SM
Job Description
· Collaborate with Change Management Lead, Project Leads and Project Sponsors to determine change management scope and effort
· Apply Organization Change Management (OCM) framework, methodology and tools to create a change strategy to support adoption of the changes
· Conduct Change Impact Assessment (CIA) to identify key impacts, assess change readiness and identify key stakeholders
· Document all impacts of process or tool change to determine user support and resistance
· Develop a Change Management Plan to drive faster adoption and higher utilization of process/system changes
· Work with the Change Management Lead and Project Leads to ensure that change management activities are incorporated into overall project plan
· Support the design, development, delivery, and management of all engagement activities, including communications
· Demonstrate experience in using multiple digital communication channels to engage stakeholders and impacted users across geographies
· Ensure high quality and timely execution of communication plans and strategies by on time design and development of quality communication collaterals – Mailers/ newsletters/ posters/ flyers etc.
· Support training efforts by managing the development and deployment of training materials using effective training channels
· Work with key stakeholders to establish and maintain the commitment necessary to address workforce transition challenges that might arise and implement change deliverables
· Report project level status, metrics, issues, and risks on an ongoing basis to the Executive Leadership
Skills Required
· Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools
· Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to take a leadership role when necessary
· Ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, etc.
· Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
· Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
· Excellent business, communications, and interpersonal skills
· Experience in CCA deployment (optional)
Experience
· 3 to 20 years of work experience (depending on level) at a Tier-1 consulting firm or in a corporate communications department
· Bachelor’s degree required. MBA or advanced degree in related specialization area preferred
· Experience implementing change management plans utilizing multiple communication tools and techniques
Preferred
Organization Change Management experience in one end-to-end ERP implementation program
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
